Visit
Dublin City and Saint Valentine
Why
not take a trip to Ireland's Fair City and as part of it visit the
Saint Valentine's Shrine? The Carmelite Church on Aungier Street is the
resting place of Saint Valentine's remains - they were donated in the
early 19th century by Pope Gregory XVI to boost Catholicism in the
city. A mass is said in this church every Valentine's Day and the
relics of the Saint are placed on the altar of the church. It is fair
to say that Saint Valentine has been claimed by the Irish - after all
his final resting place is here in Dublin for nigh on 200 years!
There
is so much to browse through in Ireland's capital city for your
Valentine's weekend break. Famous buildings are plentiful, from Trinity
College (home to the Book of Kells) to Dublin Castle and there is
plenty of shopping to be enjoyed on Grafton Street. You could spend the
day trawling through the famous streets of Dublin, home to literary
greats from Joyce to Behan. Round off your weekend by staying in a
luxurious hotel!
Visit
County Clare
Clare
is a county of many contrasts, from the rugged coastline of the west
and north that contains the karst rock region of the Burren and the
majestic Cliffs of Moher, to the plains of mid Clare that include the
cosmopolitan County town of Ennis, and the east of the county, with the
wonderful Lough Derg making the boundary between Clare and Tipperary at
Killaloe.
For a romantic Valentine's Break to remember, why
not
book a cruise on the River Shannon at Killaloe and venture north on a
peaceful cruise through the pleasant waters, passing pretty villages
such as Mountshannon and Williamstown on the Clare side and Dromineer,
Garrykennedy in Tipperary, and all the way up to the larger town of
Portumna in County Galway. The views are majestic here. If you are into
traditional Irish Music and culture, then you are well advised to head
to North West Clare, to the wonderful village of Doolin, a short
distance from the world famous Cliffs of Moher, which attracts
thousands of visitors each year.
Visit
County Kerry
Like
Clare, Kerry has much to see and do, and plenty for a Valentine's
Weekend! You could venture west to Dingle and check out the rugged
scenery of the coastline there, where much of the film "Ryan's
Daughter" was filmed. One of the best picks for a romantic break in
Kerry is the charming town of Killarney, which attracts thousands of
visitors every year. The town has everything, from charming shops, to
wonderful accommodation outlets, pubs and restaurants and a wonderful
National Park that allows you to walk for hours upon hours together.
The scenery outside the town isn't half bad either - with wonderful
lakes, stunning mountain ranges and the wonderful "Ring of Kerry".
Visit
County Wexford
A
Valentine's weekend in County Wexford can be just what the doctor
ordered! A relaxing break in some of the most stunning scenery that you
are likely to see! The county itself boasts over 100km of coastline
offering golden sandy beaches, and offering an escape route from the
stress and noise of urban living. If you are interested in heritage and
culture, then a visit to Wexford is for you! What could be better than
discovering Irish heritage at The Irish National Heritage Park where
you can learn about the history of Ireland? By visiting New Ross you
can re-enact life on an Irish emigrant ship to the USA on a specially
recreated ship called "The Dunbrody", and the nearby John F. Kennedy
Memorial Park. At Hook Head you can take a romantic trip to visit the
world's oldest operational lighthouse. You see, a romantic break in
Wexford can educate you whilst you enjoy the sights and sounds!
Visit
County Galway
A
visit to Galway City and County is well recommended as part of a
Valentine's weekend in Ireland. The city has much to see and do, with a
vibrant nightlife and remarkable restaurants. A short drive outside the
city will take you to the wonders of the wilds of Connemara. For peace
and tranquility, this is the place to go. Surrounded by nothing but
mountains, wonderful lakes and magnificent beaches, you will be spoiled
for choice in getting the best out a romantic getaway break in
Connemara in West Galway.
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in a Valentine's break to Ireland. In order to get the best out of your
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