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Dublin

One of the most popular capitals in Europe, Dublin is a city steeped in history. Huddled together within a small vicinity you’ll find Viking remains, medieval cathedrals and churches, Georgian squares and excellent museums. But it’s not just about buildings – music, theatre, literature and pubs play just as strong a part in Dublin’s atmosphere. These highlights are the must-sees for any visitor who wants to truly capture the variety and vibrancy of the city.

  • Located on the quiet shores of Donegal, this country house also has award-winning gardens. Rooms are decorated in period style and family rooms and suites are available. There is an indoor swimming pool, steam room and tennis courts for added luxury.

  • A grand country house hotel, this could be described as an institution in Donegal. Gourmet dinners are served in the Pavilion, a conservatory-type room maximizing natural light.

  • Once named the Country House of the Year, Rathsallagh House has an 18-hole championship golf course and is set on 530 lush acres of rolling landscape with several lakes, streams and woodland. On the west side of the Wicklow Mountains.

  • Reginald’s Tower

    The circular stone fortification built 1,000 years ago by Ragnvald, son of Sygtrygg, was part of the original Viking ramparts and still dominates the quayside. Over the centuries it provided a base for other invaders, including Strongbow, Henry II, King John and Richard II, as well as doing time as a prison. Today it houses an art gallery and a museum of Waterford history.

  • A gracious country house-style hotel on the shores of the Atlantic serving superb seafood, Connemara lamb, and a range of other classic Irish and European dishes.

  • During the day, this bar is the smart, yet fashionable Globe, serving soups and sandwiches. Things change at 11pm. Rí-Rá opens as a thronging nightclub with a mixed gay/straight crowd.

  • This 18th-century Georgian country house offers an award-winning restaurant and stunning grounds. Log fires warm the rooms, which have period features.

  • Serving an appetizing blend of classic Italian dishes and the best of modern Irish cooking (with the emphasis on seafood, game, and Irish beef and lamb).

  • Ireland’s longest river opens into broad lakes, eventually widening into a huge estuary. The river’s curve traditionally marks the border of the west. Lough Derg, the largest lake, set amid wooded hills, is a popular area for boating and angling. Further downriver is an immense variety of birdlife.

  • This shooting lodge on the shores of Ardbear Bay enjoys spectacular views. Horse-riding, fishing and walking available.

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