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Re: Itinerary for Ireland

by rodway 15 May 2012

Joining the Meath lovers I would add Loughcrew megalithic site on the Meath / Co Cavan border north of Oldcastle and several miles east…
RE: 2-3 days Antrim coast?

by whynotindeed 11 April 2012

A car is not necessary but you will get the most out of the area with one. There are also buses and tours via Belfast and Dublin. The…
Re: 2 weekends in Ireland - request suggestions for a car trip from Dublin

by anwanda 11 April 2012

Hi Swati 1234 Cliffs of Moher are lovely to see but can be crowded over the weekend. You could also drive to Doolin and take the ferry…
Northwest/ NI itenerary advice August

by kep 09 March 2012

Hi quick advice needed if possible on trip to NW part of Ireland and Northern Ireland. What we've booked so far follows. Mostly we want…
Re: Staying in Ballyvaughan for 8 days...

by PhilipD 16 February 2012

I suppose if you have family connections in Armagh, thats a reason to go, but that is a huge amount of driving - please don't underestimate…
RE: Itinerary for Ireland - Suggestions welcome!

by Miconew 15 February 2012

I agree, do not expect to get to places in two hours. Like most trips, it depends on what you want to get out of your visit. With some…
Re: Ireland on April 6th - 17th - some questions )

by rodway 24 January 2012

A good start is the Ireland edition from either lp or Rough Guide. I prefer the latter and the end of each regional chapter gives a good…
RE: Belfast or Glenariff for a week ?

by Isotala 29 December 2011

You are in right in saying Glenariff is a secluded place but it is beautiful, although some of the best parts are the drive from Belfast…
RE: Taking it all in...Ireland.

by Copepod 04 November 2011

Good source of maps or popular areas & trails for walkers here http://www.harveymaps.co.uk/acatalog/Ireland.html Two east coast options:…
RE: Advice on itinerary 16 days/nights end of next August

by rodway 26 October 2011

I would also get the knife out!! I think it is likely to be either go north or go south. I would probably go north except for your proposed…
RE: 1 week driving itinerary

by CelticPride 08 August 2011

Personally, I think you are best leaving out the northern region, except Donegal, which has some of the most dramatic wilderness in Ireland.…
RE: Help! Bad planner with itinerary questions :)

by linfield 24 May 2011

If you plan to visit major places like Dublin, Cork, Galway and Belfast its most likely you will want to spend a couple of days at least…
RE: Iteinary suggestions for Ireland

by linfield 07 May 2011

Not a lot of time if youre talking about 2 major cities plus hiking etc. I usually reccommend at least 2 nights in Belfast but you will…
Re: Iteinary suggestions for Ireland

by ponaire 05 May 2011

I would definitely recommend the Giant's Causeway - you can go from Belfast on the Antrim Coaster 252 and spend a couple of days hiking.…
RE: A campsite to hold event for 100+ people

by Copepod 03 May 2011

You may have to compromise on some requirements. Any potential site will want to know how many tents (50 x 2 person tents takes more room…
RE: First Trip To Ireland--Need Advice On Logistics & Destinations :)

by wana_go_everywhere 30 April 2011

Thats quite a bit to pack into a few weeks using PT! If possible, I would try and see some parts with your family and then the rest yoursel…
RE: First Trip To Ireland--Need Advice On Logistics & Destinations :)

by linfield 30 April 2011

From Dublin you could probably get off bus/train at newry, Banbridge or Lisburn and head east towards Newcastle ( Mourne Mountains, Tyrella…
RE: Camper Van around Ireland? North or South?

by linfield 26 April 2011

First of all the weather in Ireland is not guaranteed at most times of the year although the best chances of good weather would be from…
RE: Between Belfast and Dublin

by alan1972 04 April 2011

I also like Carlingford and the surrounding Cooley Peninsula. I'm not sure if you have a car though. If not you can still get to Carlingford…
RE: Ireland Suggestions???

by linfield 04 April 2011

You would be making a big mistake by leaving out Northern Ireland completely. What is your reasoning for this ? Armagh is the ancient…
RE: Northern Ireland Itinerary - 6 Days- Thoughts and Recommendations?

by linfield 04 April 2011

You could also stop in Downpatrick (40 mins from Belfast) before Belfast or on route back to Dublin. Said to be the burial place of Saint…
Re: Ireland travel

by ponaire 31 March 2011

For July, I think you really need to book. It is peak holiday season. In Northern Ireland we have public holidays on 12th and 13th July…
RE: DUBIN: Day trips, hikes, exploring, cool places? NO CAR

by alan1972 24 March 2011

The website referred to by #1 is http://www.dublinmountains.ie/home/ and in particular http://www.dublinmountains.ie/dublin_mountains_way/du…
RE: Few days to kill after Dublin...

by alan1972 15 March 2011

The Mourne Mountains, Carlingford and the Cooley Mountains between Belfast and Dublin. Various historical/cultural places in Counties…
RE: Driving the Irish Coastline (Dublin to Dublin)

by annabrinks1 09 February 2011

Sounds like a great trip and if you love the countryside I doubt you'll be bored. IMO the coastal areas are the best parts of Ireland.…