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 Visiting Ireland - Any sugestions...?
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MsLongBeach

What do I do? Where do I go?

Okay, my hubby and I are travelling to Ireland for 7 days next month. This will be my first time there, so I need a bit of advice from folks that live there or have been there before.
Our flight lands and departs from Dublin, we are renting a car and driving around for 6 days of the trip. (with one day in Dublin) Since I have no practical idea (nor my hubby) how long it takes to get around and see things by car, can anyone please help me figure out the best way to see as much as I can while still enjoying myself?
Like, from Dublin, where would be the next place you would go? And then to where?
We'd like to see as many natural wonders and amazing sights as we could, (cliffs, caves, castles, and what not.) and still make it back to Dublin for our flight home.
Also, how cold is it usually in mid-October?
Oh, and how expensive is gasoline there?

    



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murnip
You should visit Galway city, the Burren and the cliffs of Moher in Co. Clare, Bunratty Castle in Co. Clare, the Dingle peninsula, drive the Ring of Kerry, the west Cork coast, Cork city, visit Blarney Castle, Kilkenny city, Glendalough in Co. Wicklow. Here's a list of some events that are on during October around Ireland: http://goireland.about.com/od/irelandmonthbymonth/qt/october_ireland.htm
The temperatures in October would usually be in the early teens (celsius) at the most. Rain is very likely, though you might be lucky. The average price of petrol is 117.8 cent ($1.63) per litre, and the average price of diesel is 109 cent ($1.50) per litre. (http://www.aaireland.ie/petrolprices/)
Have a look at http://www.discoverireland.com/gb/ for more info on accomodation and where to go. It also has a section on driving around Ireland.


cheeop
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My girlfriend and I took a trip there in April this year. We took a journey through southern Ireland and had a terrific time!
Driving in Ireland can take time depending on conditions, and you want to make your first trips very short so that you can adjust to the drive.
For your one day in Dublin, I highly recommend Dublin Castle (they let you take pictures inside), Christ Church, and the Book of Kells. If you're in to that kinda thing, do a Pub Crawl here, although expect to have to elbow your way to the bar.

For your first day out, I recommend a short trip to stay somewhere near Newgrange, and to see that site. Find a tour that visits Newgrange, Hill of Tara, and at least one other site.

Now you're ready for a drive across country. Don't worry, if you leave in the morning, you'll easily have time to see the Cliffs of Moher in County Clare. After a big city like Dublin, you should stay in a cozy Bed and Breakfast - check out Daly's House, it was by far our best stay.

Another stop I'd recommend is in County Kerry. You'll see the best mountains in Ireland, great photo opportunities.
Check out Torc Waterfall, Ross Castle, take the boat to Innisfallen Island - it's so cool to spend some time alone on that tiny island with just your loved one!

If you like stone circles, you can see two in one day - the Druid Circle in Kenmare, and the much smaller but far cooler Uragh Stone Circle near Lauragh. Be careful while getting to this circle, it's well off the paved road. The best things about this circle are the terrific scenery, and the fact that you'll probably be there all alone or with just a few others, just like on Innisfallen.

The Rock of Cashel and Cahir Castle are some great visits in County Tipperary! After seeing these sites, finish by driving to and staying in Kilkenny. This way you can visit Kyteler's Inn, the coolest pub I visited in Ireland!

The next morning, you can take a tour of Kilkenny Castle before you leave for your next visit. Drop in to Glendalough and then a bed and breakfast before you head to Dublin for your flight out! See detailed info on all of the above on our vacation blog: irelandvacation2007.blogspot.com


smilingireland
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Murnip has said it all really....I can't really add to such a thorough answer except to wish you a wonderful holiday!


tchspd
Not sure if the schedule would work for you or if you are heart-set on driving around yourself but I traveled with a company called Vagabond tours and highly recommend it.

All tours start and end in Dublin. It's not a typical tour group -- you ride in a Jeep which only holds about 12 people so the group is small. You go off the beaten path and avoid the typical tourist traps. We went surfing, sea kayaking with seals, horseback riding -- rode in the Jeep on the beach -- what fun! Lots of time out of the jeep, exploring and hiking. We stayed in small bed/breakfast inns. In our case, we took the 5 day tour that left Dublin on Monday a.m. and returned to Dublin late Friday. We were a group of 1 mom and 4 teen girls, and we met up with two sisters from New England and a family of 5 from Amsterdam. What a great experience!

www.vagabond-ireland.com


chrissytimebuds
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Burren and the cliffs of Moher in Co. Clare, Bunratty Castle in Co. Clare,

Crough Patrick, etc


benhur
Your welcome ere.

I have been living in Dublin for more than a 1 year and u would really enjoy it.

Places to visit

Dublin

Bray and wicklow ( South of Dublin )

Galway ( Cliffs of moore)
Wexford
and few other places..

I think 6 days are more than enough for you..

Theses places u can come across cliffs, caves and other interesting irish culture.

Happy holidays



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