Today, February 1st, is the feast day of St. Brigid and in Irish Celtic mythology marks the beginning of the early start of spring!

If you are thinking of planning a trip to Ireland, now is a great time. There are a number of events on around Ireland during the month of February, or join in the St Patrick’s Day celebrations in March!

Contact us to book your trip now - we have a St Patrick’s day Special in Dublin for $699.00 Per Person, March 14th-18th or an Escorted Irish Pub Tour from March 16th-20th for $599.00 Per Person.

February Events in February & March:

February 3rd-5th 2012
Kerry - Éigse na Brídeoige, Irish cultural festival

February 5th & 25th 2012
Dublin - Six Nations Championship: Ireland - Rugby matches at the Aviva Stadium

February 9th & 11th 2012
Cork - UCC Tradfest, traditional Irish music festival

February 14th-18th 2012
Belfast - Spring Festival - Clonard Monastery and Bank Square

February 15th-18th 2012
Cork City - Cork Spring Poetry Festival

February 15th-19th 2012
Dingle, Kerry - Scoil Cheoil an Earraigh, Irish music festival

February 16th-26th 2012
Dublin - Jameson Dublin International Film Festival

February 22nd - 26th 2012
Killarney, Kerry - The Gathering Festival

February 27th - March 4th 2012
Clare - Corofin Trad Festival

March 16th-20th 2012
Irish Pub Winter Weekend Tour

This November, we are thankful for many things - among them is the November Savings on travel to Ireland for 2012. As the holiday season quickly approaches, there is often alot to think about but don’t forget about your dream vacation for 2012, or give the gift of a vacation to a loved one!

Our 2012 Irish Pub Weekend Tour is the perfect break to visit Ireland with stays in Galway and Dublin; see the Cliffs of Moher, hear traditional Irish music in Galway, enjoy a creamy pint of Guinness in the Gravity bar overlooking Dublin City! Hurry, you need to book by November 30th to save $100.00 off this Escorted Ireland Tour - just $449.00 for January/February and $499.00 for March. Click here for more information: 2012 Irish Pub Weekend Tour

A weekend break in Ireland is the perfect remedy to get rid of those Winter blues - its also a great time to travel and explore the enchanting Emerald Isle. See the countryside & meet the locals, learn the history & absorb the culture. So take a long weekend and visit Ireland, dates available for Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend, Presidents Day weekend and St Patrick’s Day!

Enjoy a 5 Day/4 Night Weekend Break from $549.00 (Land Only) in Dublin & Galway and come see for yourself why Ireland is known as the land of 100,000 welcomes.

Save even more -

Book before November 30th 2011, and receive a discount of $100.00 per person!

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With the start of the 2011-2012 Football Season, the team at Specialized Travel Services is ready and highly anticipating the 2012 Emerald Classic in Dublin - the Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. Navy Shipmen.

The Notre Dame vs. Navy Emerald Classic will be played at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium on Saturday September 1st 2012.

To find out more about available packages and offers, CLICK HERE.

For customized Group Packages, call us on 1-800-66-IRISH.

Click here to read Director Derry Cronin’s interview the Sunday Business Post:

Business Interview: Derry Cronin

Here, he explains why Cronin’s of Cork is more committed than ever to Irish tourism and travel, all the while maintaining its core values of maintaining the highest level of customer service within the family organization.

Exclusive Tour to see the Kings of Leon in Ireland! Live Jetsetter Sale!

This exclusive five-day package over Memorial Day explores the cities and countryside of Ireland. Highlights include a traditional breakfast each morning, a guided tour of Dublin, tastings at the Guinness Brewery and the Jameson Distillery, a literary-themed pub crawl — plus, tickets to the already sold-out Kings of Leon concert at the 18th-century Slane Castle.

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February offers fantastic savings to Ireland - this month’s Special Offer is a discount of $200.00 ($100.00 per person) on our April 2011 7 Night Best of Ireland Fully Escorted Tour (Land Only Tour).

See Ireland’s most loved areas & sites - & with rates starting at $999.00, its exceptional value for money. Don’t wait - Ireland was named as a Top Destination in the 2011 Frommers Readers’ Favorite Destination. For more information & to book, click here: Best of Ireland February Offer

From small groups of 2 to 6 people or larger groups of 10-15, a Chauffeur tour of Ireland is ideal for those who do not want to drive & is perfect for group tours of Ireland, family vacations to Ireland & golf trips to Ireland.

With a vast fleet of luxury vehicles, we guarantee a trip composed of comfort & style. Sit back & enjoy the scenery, all while learning about Ireland from your driver; all of our drivers are qualified guides who can advise you of the best available touring routes, the must-see sights of each area & the best time to go, places to dine, and even where to find the best pint of Guinness!! …
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New for 2011 is our Best of Ireland Escorted Tour. This 8 Day/7 Night Land Only Tour visit Ireland’s most loved & world renowned places. Enjoy the spectacular scenery, meet the locals, and see for yourself why Ireland is known as the land of 100,000 welcomes.

Ireland tops the list of Frommer’s readers’ top Destination pick for 2011 so there is no better time to visit, especially with prices starting at just $999.00 per person! For full inclusions & dates of tour, click here: 2011 Best Of Ireland Tour

Ireland tops the list of Frommer’s readers’ top Destination pick for 2011. When asked what prompted visitors to choose the Emerland Isle, an astounding number referred to its exceptionally hospitable people - other reasons included:
•”The rugged beauty of the island and its historic past enchant me.”
•”I have family there. But I also love being out in the country, rambling around, exploring megalithic sites, and having tea in small shops. Love it all.”
•”Beer, castles, lush landscapes, and small enough to explore via bicycle or car.”
•”Love the scenery, love the people. Had an excellent time when I was last there, but need more time.”
•”A magical destination in nearly every way.”

So share in the magic and add Ireland to your 2011 destination list -From self-drive vacations & Escorted tours to luxury private chauffeur driven escapes contact our team of Ireland experts today to plan your dream Ireland vacation.  

Ireland: Frommers Top Destination 2011