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Relatively tiny Ireland (32,600 sq. miles) packs great attractions into a small area. You can pack a lot of diverse experiences into your trip with this book as your guide. Climb the cliffs. Kiss the blarney stone. Have a bowl of Irish stew and a pint of Guinness in a local pub. Pay homage to literary giants W. B. Yeats, James Joyce, or Frank McCourt. Play championship golf courses. Whether youre a book lover or a golf nuta history buff or a Celtic music fana full-fledged adventurer or a laid-back sight-seer, youll find plenty to enjoy in this guide that gives you the scoop on:

• Historic sights, including the 5,000 year old Newgrange Tomb, the burial mounds at Knowth, the storied Hill of Tara, ancient seat of the Irish high kings, and Glendalough, a monastic community founded in the sixth century
• Gorgeous natural wonders, including the sheer Cliffs of Moher and Slieve League cliffs; the rocky, wildflower-studded Burren; the beautiful Aran Islands; the wild landscape of Connemara; and more
• Cosmopolitan Dublin, hot-and-happening Belfast, and intriguing medieval villages
• The Traditional Irish Musical Pub Crawl
• Strolling through Powerscourt Garden or touring the Waterford Crystal Factory
• Exploring Killarney National Park on horseback, on a bike, or on foot
• Driving the Ring of Kerry with its seascapes, cliffs, and spectacular mountain views or the Dingle Peninsula with its patchwork of farms, plus sandy beaches, craggy cliffs, and more seascapes
• Staying in an ancient but luxurious castle or a comfortable B & B overlooking a working dairy farm
• Dining on diverse cuisines, ranging from Italian to Mediterranean to fusion and from meat-and-potatoes to sushi; enjoying great pub food at a local haunt or feasting at a medieval banquet in an authentic castle

Like every For Dummies travel guide, Ireland For Dummies, 5th Edition helps you make the most of your vacation. It includes:

• Down-to-earth trip-planning advice
• What you shouldn't miss--and what you can skip
• The best hotels and restaurants for every budget
• Lots of detailed maps

No, this book cant tell you where to find a leprechaun, but if youre looking for other Irish sites, attractions or adventures, youre in luck with this guide.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #39368 in Books
• Published on: 2009-02-24
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 504 pages

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• ISBN13: 9780470422076
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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