The island of Ireland is located in the North East of Europe. Ireland's interior is mainly flat surrounded by hills and mountains on the coast, the most scenic of which are located on the western seaboard, in Antrim and in Wicklow.

Among the many picturesque vistas of the "Emerald Isle" are the Burren, a lunar-like landscape located in Co. Clare, the windswept plains of gaelic speaking Connemara, the picture postcard scenery of Kerry, known locally as the Kingdom, and the Giant's Causeway, a unique rock formation found in the extreme North-East of the island. As well as the hauntingly beautiful countryside Ireland offers the visitor a vibrant urban scene.

Galway is capital of the West and a major Irish language centre.

Offering a distinct contrast to the relaxed atmosphere of Galway is the capital of the Republic, Dublin. This increasingly cosmopolitan and modern city, has nevertheless retained its sense of history and culture.

Cork, the southern capital is 2005 European city of culture.

The beautiful city of Belfast, capital of the North, is beginning to come to terms with its recent past, and is at last able to highlight its many attractions to the wider world.

Celtic crosses, monasteries, and ancient fortresses dot the landscape from Dun Aengus on the Aran Islands to 4000 year old Newgrange in Co. Meath.

These provide an opportunity to view the remains of an ancient and colourful history.

To truely experience Ireland is to experience the world renowned hospitality of the natives.

The best ways to experience the conviviality of the Irish is to sample one of its many beverages, amongst which include its famous whiskey, stouts and lagers in one of its many pubs, and to taste the superb local cuisine in its numerous fine restaurants.

Whilst on your visit to Ireland you can stay in a wide variety of accomodation from the traditional Irish bed and breakfast, and impressive castles, to modern and luxurious hotels.