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Kilkenny Castle, Kilkenny City
2 Ireland’s Ancient East
History is woven into Ireland’s core, so send clients on a deep dive into the past in Kilkenny, a medieval city on the water. A guided walk will bring tales of battles, monks and witches to life at sights such as Kilkenny Castle and along the Medieval Mile, which takes in 800 years of history. Elsewhere in the east is the prehistoric site of Newgrange, a Unesco World Heritage Site older than the pyramids, while in the old Viking settlement of Waterford, a laid-back visit to the Medieval Museum or Bishop’s Palace transports clients through the ages. Suggest they soak up the heritage with afternoon tea at Waterford Castle, a historic hotel that sits on a private island just outside the city.
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McDermott’s Castle, Lough Key, Co Roscommon
4 Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands
The quiet centre of Ireland makes it easy to take a pause. Far from the crowds, the region is perfect for gentle cycles along greenways, refreshing cold water dips and slow mornings in family-run guesthouses. For active clients, kayaking along the Shannon has clients paddling through the landscapes around Carrick-on-Shannon, fuelled by homemade food at waterfront eateries. Meanwhile, Athlone also has water at its heart, with places for wild swimming, paddleboarding and boat cruises, which should be followed by a drink at one of Ireland’s oldest pubs, Sean’s Bar. Make sure to add a visit to County Roscommon to clients’ routes, to visit the fairytale McDermott’s Castle in the middle of Lough Key.
Waterford Greenway, Co Waterford
Graiguenamanagh, Co Kilkenny
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Dublin
Dublin’s allure lies in its contrasts: while lively nightlife and busy streets are what the capital is known for, it has a calmer, slower side that’s easy to experience. Exploring on foot will lead clients through cobbled Georgian streets, in the footsteps of famous writers and along the peaceful banks of the River Liffey. Visitors can make like the locals with coffee and pastries at laid-back cafes or explore hidden bookshops as a follow up to a literary walking tour. Meanwhile, off the beaten path, visitors can head to a multitude of distilleries and follow expert-led foodie trails to try unique homemade produce. On the outskirts in Dublin Bay, a cool breeze and salty air accompany visitors past limestone cliffs towards slow lunches at seafood restaurants and culinary adventures in the charming village of Howth.
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