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Monday, December 10th, 2007
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Quick Guide to Ireland

Wednesday, December 6th, 2006
Ireland is known as The Emerald Isle or The Land of Saints and Scholars. In truth it is one of the world’s fastest growing economies where time no longer stands still. It is a country with a young vibrant and energetic population eager to be part of the Celtic Tiger as the rapidly growing economy has become known as. Ireland is divided into 32 counties and 4 provinces-Munster, Ulster, Connaught and Leinster. The country has a population in excess of 5 million inhabitants. Ireland is famed the world over for its music, literature and friendly folk. U2, Yeats, Beckett and Joyce being just some of the more recognisable names. Ireland boasts a unique culture one that is truly it’s own. While English is the most widely spoken language Gaelic or Irish was the only language spoken until the early 20th century. Gaelic is a fascinating and deeply meaningful language and is still taught widely in all schools today. It is reputed to be one of the hardest three languages in the world to master. Gaelic games such as football and hurling are widely played in Ireland and are a true spectacle to watch. Hurling, played with 15 men on each team and with sticks is the fastest field game in the world. Both games retain amateur status to this day. Dublin is the capital city and is located in the East of the country on The River Liffey. With a population in excess of 1.25 million Dublin is a lively city with lots to do and see. Home to the famous Guinness beer, Dublin has acquired an International reputation as a great party city. The main landmarks are Grafton Street which is the principle shopping street, O Connell Street-the cities main street and Temple Bar. Temple Bar is the bohemian part of the city full of lively bars, restaurants, nightclubs and art galleries. Ireland is a real gem and a must see destination for any avid traveller. For those interested in exploring the mystical Isle of Ireland reserving accommodation in advance is always advisable. Car rental should also be booked well in advance and provides a great way to travel at your leisure. Remember that driving in Ireland is on the left hand side of the road!  Dara Ward is Managing Director of Irish Accommodation Guide and operates over 20 Irish Travel websites. He is recognised as an expert on the travel industry in Ireland. Dara operates and lives in Ireland's oldest 2 storey thatched cottage in Wexford, Ireland. His sites allow guests to book over 9000 properties in Ireland instantly online including all Hotels in Dublin.  He also operates many other Irish travel sites including Hotels in Galway and Hotels in Tralee

Explore Yeats Country

Saturday, October 14th, 2006
Explore Yeats Country Looking to see something different in Ireland? If so we recommend spending a few days exploring Yeats country-County Sligo in Ireland's North West. Sligo is stunning and is surrounded on 3 sides by mountains with The Atlantic Ocean on the remaining side. The best selection of Hotels in Sligo can be viewed here. Once you have accommodation sorted why not check out restaurants in Sligo which will assist you selecting a restaurant. Our travel tip when visiting Sligo is to visit Lough Gill located about 3 miles from Sligo Town. Tranquility at its perfect best!

Take a break in Wexford

Saturday, October 14th, 2006
 Take a Break in Wexford If you fancy a break outside Dublin why not try Wexford. The best selection of all Hotels in Wexford can be viewed here. Wexford is only a 2 hour drive from Dublin yet allows you get away from the hustle and bustle of city living. If fine restaurants, beaches, golf and friendly locals are what you are after then take a break in Wexford. View all restaurants in Wexford here. Wexford Town is  our travel tip if you decide to visit. A quaint old viking town with plenty to do and see.

Bray Wicklow

Monday, September 25th, 2006
Located just outside Dublin in the lovely county of Wicklow, Bray is a popular destination for all the family. The area was once a distinguished Victorian resort, but it is now a cheerful seaside town, boasting all the traditional holiday essentials, such as fish and chip shops, amusement arcades and a busy promenade. For anyone who’s had their fill of arcade games and candyfloss, Bray is also home to beautiful cliff walks around the area of Bray Head.

Failte Ireland-Setting Poor Standards in Service Sector

Wednesday, August 23rd, 2006
Failte Ireland is the national body funded by tax payers hard earned money whose primary role is to promote Ireland as a travel destination. The standard in the whole service industry in Ireland has fallen at an alarming rate over the past few years with the mighty Euro or Dollar far more important than providing a good service to guests. This goes right across the spectrum from restaurants to hotels, shops to garages and now even has permutated into Failte Ireland-the very body who are supposed to promote the travel and service industry to and within Ireland. A personal recent experience is testamant to this. How many phone calls and being put from one person to another, one answering machine to another would we deam to be a poor service? Try at least 6 calls, messages left, emails sent to the appropriate people and not a squeak of a reply! Bear in mind all we were asking for was a little advise (details of which are advertised on their website) and considering we operate over 20 Irish travel websites which bring tens of thousands of overseas bednights to Ireland we felt we were not asking for too much. However Failte Ireland obviously thought differently and didn't even have the decency to reply via email or return a call to say they could or could not assist. I know not to waste my valuable time again!