Dublin

DUBLIN

UBICATION

Dublin is the capital and largest city of Ireland. The English name is derived from the Irish name Dubh Linn, meaning "black pool". It is a primate city with a population of over 1.2 million, containing over a quarter of the country's population. Dublin is situated near the midpoint of Ireland's east coast, at the mouth of the River Liffey, and at the centre of the DublinRegion.

Originally founded as a Viking settlement, it evolved into the Kingdom of Dublin and became the island's primary city following the Norman invasion. The city expanded rapidly from the 17th century, and for a brief period was the second largest city within the British Empire and the fifth largest in Europe. After the Act of Union in 1801, Dublin entered a period of stagnation, but remained theeconomic centre for most of the island. Following the partition of Ireland in 1922, the new parliament, the Oireachtas, was located in Leinster House. Dublin became the capital of the Irish Free State and later of the Republic of Ireland.

LANGUAGES: Englis/ Irish

CURRENCY

The Euro is the only currency that is recognised as legal tender in the Republic of Ireland. On occasion shop-staff andhotels may accept sterling (GBP), however, this is not always the case.

TRADITIONAL FOOD

Almost everyone when asked about Irish food mentions two things – Irish Stew and Corned Beef with Cabbage. And almost every visitor to Ireland is surprised to find that neither features commonly on restaurant menus!

HOTELS

Conrad Dublin - Dublin Ireland
Five star deluxe hotel located in the heart of Dublin'scity centre just opposite the National Concert Hall and around the corner from beautiful St. Stephens Green.

Clarion hotel dublin airport
Welcome to the Clarion Hotel Dublin Airport, a modern 4 star hotel conveniently located inside the Dublin Airport Complex. The hotel offers easy access to the sights and sounds of Dublin City Centre, just 11km away.

Camden court hotel
The Camden Court Hotel isan elegant hotel with a spacious and richly designed lobby, and friendly and competent staff are both trademarks of the Camden Court Hotel.

The Camden Court Hotel is located just a short distance from Saint Stephens Green and the famous shopping thoroughfare of Grafton Street. The renowned Trinity College is near by also, as is the centre of Dublin's nightlife, Temple Bar.

Abbey Hotel
The AbbeyHotel has earned a reputation for having small hotel charm and big hotel standards. The staff at the Abbey Hotel makes especially sure that they can meet all your needs with haste and efficiency. With such professional staff you can be sure of a restful stay. Convenient to both Lansdowne Road and to Croke Park by taxi you will not be disappointed with this excellent location. Many guests willfind themselves drawn back to the Abbey to avail of the unique atmosphere and warm reception of what can only be called the most convenient hotel in Dublin

PACKAGE TOUR
THE BEST OF IRELAND AND ASHFORD CASTLE $2185.96

Period: 9 Days / 8 Nights


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Highlights

•Twin-bedded rooms in hotels listed or similar; hotel taxes, service charges andtips for baggage handling

•4 breakfasts and 1 dinner with choice of entree and coffee

•Farewell Irish Coffee

•Services of a professional Irish Driver/Guide

•Private luxury motorcoach with airconditioning, extra leg room and emergency washroom

•Complete sightseeing program as detailed in the itinerary, including: Dublin city tour including St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Trinity College Library;Blarney Castle and Blarney Woollen Mills; Ring of Kerry; Cliffs of Moher; Rathbaun Farm

•Inside visits and special features as shown in bold in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable





ATTRACTIONS IN DUBLIN

PLACES TO VISIT

Guinness Storehouse
In the heart of the Guinness factory complex this excellent visitor centre tells the dramatic story of the 250 year history...