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Ireland Travel
- Places to visit
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With one of the
most spectacular coastlines in Europe, the famous Giant's Causeway
now a world heritage site, and the romantic nine glens of Antrim,
this part of Northern Ireland is an ideal destination for your Ireland travel vacation.
Along
the coast, golden sandy beaches contrast with rocky headlands
and ruined castles from Carrickfergus to Castlerock. Inland
you will find emerald green valleys, crystal clear waterfalls
and sheep covered mountains including Slemish where St Patrick
is reputed to have come as a slave boy.
Come to Lisnagault Northern
Ireland holiday cottages for Ireland Travel and
sports enthusiasts are well catered for. Golfers can perfect
their game at any one of twelve golf courses. Anglers will
enjoy some of the best game and coarse fishing in Europe,
and every type of water sport is available from scuba diving
to water skiing and surfing.
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The
Giant's Causeway and Visitor Centre
The Giant's Causeway with its 40,000 stone columns was the
first world heritage site in Ireland. It is Ireland's most
famous tourist attraction and a must for all visitors to Ireland
(and it's only 10mins from the cottages!).
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Old
Bushmills Distillery
The small village of Bushmills can claim to have the oldest
licenced whiskey distillery in the world, established in 1608.
There are organised tours to see and sample the various whiskeys.
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Carrick-a-rede
Rope Bridge
This swinging rope bridge spans a 60ft wide chasm, giving access
to the salmon fishery. We dare you to cross! Not for the faint
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Dunluce
Castle
A romantic ruin clinging to a crag almost surrounded by the
sea, this was once the main fort of the Irish MacDonells, chiefs
of Antrim. |
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Portrush
Situated on a one mile long peninsula, Portrush is noted for
its splendid location with sandy beaches on all sides. If a
bit of "craic" and a good meal is what you are after, then the
many good quality restaurants and pubs will make your stay even
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Royal
Portrush
The magnificent Dunluce Course at Royal Portrush Golf club has
played host to many prestigious competitions including the British
Open. Amateur or professional golfers are spoilt for choice with
the variety and quality of the challenging links and parkland
courses. |
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Barry's
Amusements
Fun for all the family, Barry's are Northern Irelands only permanent
funfair. Traditional Hobby horses on the Merry-go Round are
ideal for younger kids but overlooking the beach lurks the terrifying
Big Dipper rollercoaster which keeps the thrill seekers happy.
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Coleraine
The shopping centre of the Causeway Coast, Coleraine is situated
beside Mountsandel Fort which is the site of the earliest known
habitation of man in Ireland 7000BC. |
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The
Glens of Antrim
The 9 Glens of Antrim are a truly mystical and enchanting place.
Spectacular glen walks and waterfalls await the visitor to Glenariff
Forest Park whose paths wind through the emerald foliage and
meandering streams to the panorama at the top of the mountain
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Portstewart
With its pretty harbour and coastal paths the whole town forms
an Atlantic Promanade leading to 2 milesof golden strand. |
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The
Coastal Drive
From Larne to Portstewart take the coast road and enjoy the
spectacular views and call in at quaint villages and harbours,
such as, Cushendun, Carnlough, Ballintoy Harbour, Dunseverick
and Murlough Bay for breaks from the driving or to enjoy lunch
or afternoon tea. |
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Rathlin
Island
Rathlin Island is an enjoyable 50min trip by car ferry from
Ballycastle. The island has high white cliffs, a small beach,
diving centre, a pub, a restaurant and a guesthouse. At the
west lighthouse 4 miles from the harbour there are spectacular
views of Northern Ireland's largest colony of seabirds - puffins,
razorbills, guillemots and killiwakes .
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