Ireland For Dummies - Softcover

Albertson, Elizabeth

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0470422076 ISBN 13: 9780470422076

Publisher: For Dummies, 2009

Synopsis

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 you?re a book lover or a golf nut?a history buff or a Celtic music fan?a full-fledged adventurer or a laid-back sight-seer, you?ll 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 can?t tell you where to find a leprechaun, but if you?re looking for other Irish sites, attractions or adventures, you?re in luck with this guide.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Discover Ireland the fun and easy way

From its fascinating history and friendly people to its stunningly beautiful landscapes, Ireland has it all. Take in breathtaking clifftop views or heather-covered hills. Play championship golf courses or explore ancient castles. Enjoy Celtic music and a pint of Guinness at local pubs. Visit cosmopolitan Dublin, hot-and-happening Belfast, or quaint villages. With this friendly guide, you'll explore the Emerald Isle in style.

Open the book and find:

• 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

About the Author:

Liz Albertson worked as an editor for Frommer’s Travel Guides for four years before making the leap to the other side of the computer as the author of Ireland For Dummies. When she isn’t researching and writing, Liz spends much of her time in Ireland sitting in on traditional music sessions, fiddle in hand. She currently teaches sixth grade in Northampton, Massachusetts, where she lives with her fiancé, Hugh, and her adopted African cichlid fish, Rocky. Liz welcomes feedback and suggestions for the next edition of the book at ejalbertson@yahoo.com.

About this edition

• Publisher: For Dummies
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0470422076
• ISBN 13: 9780470422076
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 504