Still looking for that perfect Christmas Gift? Look no further & give the most extraordinary gift this year: The Perfect Christmas Gift 2010

Adare Manor recently received the Award for Ireland’s Leading Hotel 2010 at the recent 2010 World Travel Awards.The World Travel Awards are often referred to by the Wall Street Journal as ‘the Oscars’ of the International Travel & Tourism Industry. They focus on the complete customer experience with a very high standard of quality, value & customer service. Thus, this list has become an increasingly dependable source for travelers.

Speaking on the news of the accolade, Anita Higgins, General Manager, Adare Manor Hotel & Golf Resort said: “This is fantastic news for the hotel especially when you consider the calibre of the properties that were in contention. I am especially delighted that the hotel has been recognised by travel industry professionals all over the world, whose opinions are highly respected by consumers and the tourism industry alike. This truly cements our position as a destination of choice in the luxury travel marketplace.”

To make your next booking at Adare Manor, contact us today. Or view our most popular itinerary featuring Adare Manor: our 5* Castle & Manor Tour.

As the leaves fall & the cool breeze rolls in on this First Day of Autumn, why not take the time to plan your next dream Ireland vacation.

The Fall & Winter in Ireland is truly a magical time - As usual, the perople are open and warm-hearted, yet you will the raods pleasantly uncrowded! We have a number of special packages, as well as enchating & memorable Thanksgiving & Christmas packages. Contact us today for more details or download our Fall in Ireland Offers Guide here: Fall in Ireland 2010

In conjunction with Specialized Travel Services, our sister company, Cronins Coaches, was delighted to participate in the recent Failte Ireland Familiarization Trip recent tour for Canadian & US Agents.

Pictured below, Cronins Coaches is proud to display Tourism Ireland’s 2010 campaign: ‘Go Where Ireland Takes You’.

Pictured is Derry Cronin, director of Cronins Coaches & Specialized Travel Services, with the Failte Ireland Team at Dromoland Castle.

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The days of summer are winding down: children are back to school & the fall breeze is now creeping into the air so before you pack the beach chairs and bbq grill away, don’t forget to contact us before we put away our summer specials to Ireland!

With self-drive tours from $219.00 on sale, as well as escorted tours from $698.00, & a wide selection of chauffeur driven & private group tours, view our End of Summer Sale here: End of Summer Specials or contact us today for more information.

Dublin City was recently named as a a city of literature by The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, UNSECO. Its just the Fourth City worldwide to be bestowed with this honor.

In a statement, Minister for Culture, Tourism and Sport, Mary Hanafin welcomed the accolade, saying “Dublin has been awarded this accolade because of the rich historical literary past of the city, the vibrant contemporary literature, the variety of festivals and attractions available and because it is the birthplace and home of literary greats.”

Make sure to include Dublin on your next visit to Ireland. Think about doing a literary tour? Check out our Literary Tour of Ireland, or call us today & we can customize a tour for literary buffs & those that just want to visit Ireland!

Thinking about planning a Group to Ireland with a ‘Christian Heritage’ based itinerary? Religious & historical groups alike with be delighted to learn about the recently opened Irish High Cross Exhibition at the National Museum of Ireland in Dublin.

Until Decemer 2010, the National Museum of Ireland will showcase the Irish High Cross in a new exhibition. This exhibition “brings together 6 plaster-of-Paris casts along with a selection of early Medieval treasures. You will be able to examine and compare how the High Crosses of early Christian Ireland were decorated with pictures, which taught biblical stories to the largely illiterate population.”

Want to visit this wonderful exhibition? Call us today & we will customize an itinerary for your group of any size.

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As a focal point for Christian study & expansion through Europe, Ireland is well-known as the ‘land of Saints & Scholars.’ Visitors to Ireland often list the remains of the Celtic Christian sites at the top of their ‘must-see’ list.

Our team of Irish experts is no different - we too have experienced all the wonderous sites, from visiting St. Patrick’s Grave in Downpatrick to retracing the difficult route of St. Patrick’s Purgatory in Lough Derg, Co. Donegal.

Our planning can help you put together an unforgettable Christian Heritage Tour of Ireland! So if your planning a Church Group tour, School Group Trip or want to travel independently, make your first call to us today! Read More

As part of the My Own Private Ireland Tour, No. 1 Pery Square Hotel & Spa, is Limerick’s most prestigious address.

It is the only Irish Hotel that was awarded the prestigious ‘Condé Nast Traveller’ magazine’s Hot List 2009, one of the most significant accolades in the hospitality and tourism industry.

With under 20 rooms, it’s a real urban retreat. “Located a 15-minute drive from Shannon International Airport, a stay at No. 1 Pery Square can be a sweet introduction to Ireland’s warm hospitality or a charming spot for an Irish farewell fling before flying home,” as noted by Susan Katzman, St. Louis Today, who stayed at the property earlier this year.

The property houses a thermal spa in its atmospheric cellars which includes an Irish Mist Steam Shower, using local fresh herbs and natural seaweed products.

While there, one cannot miss the French inspired fare at Brasserie One. Enjoy the finest of gourmet food, made from the freshest of local ingredients.

A stay at No. 1 Pery Square guarantees the perfect balance of luxury, privacy & location.

To read more & enquire about staying at this hotel, click here.