Ireland Travel Guide - Travel to Ireland
Travel to Ireland - Why visit Ireland? The Republic of Ireland, known popularly as the Emerald Isle, will appeal to almost everyone. Travelers looking for charm, friendly people, solid service without a “touristy” feel and plenty of places to explore should plan a travel to Ireland. Nearly everyone will find something to enjoy in Ireland, be it the stunning coastal scenery, excellent golfing, bird-watching (for puffins, terns and other northern sea birds), fishing, horse racing, historical sites and ruins, lush gardens, legendary Irish pubs (where Guinness Stout and Irish whiskey flow freely) or shopping.
When to visit Ireland? The best times to visit Ireland are probably from mid-May to the end of June and during the month of October—the weather is good for touring, and there usually aren’t as many tourists. The rest of the summer is fine, though a bit crowded. Winter days can be drizzly, cold and short (the sun sets around 4 pm).
International Flights to Ireland
Ireland has four international airports: Dublin Airport (DUB), Shannon Airport (SNN) in County Clare, Cork Airport(ORK) and Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) in County Mayo. Virtually all international visitors to Ireland travel via England. Several major European cities offer direct international flights to Ireland.
Lodging in Ireland
Lodging in Ireland ranges from deluxe castles and manor houses to quaint inns, hotels, guesthouses, hostels, bed-and-breakfasts and campgrounds.
Top Travel Destinations in Ireland
Travel to Dublin - the capital and largest city of Ireland. With excellent pubs, fine architecture and good shopping, Dublin is a very popular travel destination and is the fourth most visited European capital.
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