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The impressive , undulating Sperrin Mountains form the northeastern limits of County Tyrone. Wild, empty and beautiful, they reach 224ft at their highest , yet the smooth and gradually curving slopes give them a deceptively low appearance.  The covering of bog and heather adds to...

30 November, 2011 /

If you are thinking of touring Ireland in 2012 start booking  NOW !!! 2012 is the anniversary of  the tragic sinking of the Titanic and Belfast and the North of Ireland expect a huge amount of visitors. Especially on the back of the highly successful MTV...

29 November, 2011 /

Bangor is in Northern Ireland. It takes its name from its curving bay set between a pair of symmetrical headlands (beanna chor, "curved peaks") , and its sheltered position made it ideal for exploitation as a holiday resort. Have a look on any tours of Ireland...

23 November, 2011 /

Set on the banks of the tranquil River Barrow , between Portarlington and Monasterevin , the ivy clad ruins of Lea Castle , with its towered keep and outer walls leading down to the river , is an impressive sight. It is a real hidden gem...

18 November, 2011 /

Kilfenora is a tiny village near Lisdoonvarna in the heart of the Burren. Kilfenora Cathedral is well wort a visit on any Ireland tours for its high crosses. Especially the twelfth century Doorty Cross which shows 3 bishops and what is probably Christs entrance into Jerusalem....

14 November, 2011 /

Thank you, Thank you, Maurice!   The plans for our family of eight  Ireland tour seemed doomed.   The travel agent with whom we had been working had given us very bad advice on tours of Ireland.   Then a friend recommended Ireland Luxury Tours.   In desperation we contacted Maurice.   On very short notice...

11 November, 2011 /

The largely Irish speaking town of Ballyferriter (Baile an Fheirtearaigh) is a lively little village during the summer , its beach, the beautiful Wine Strand is a great spot for swimming in the fine weather. Well worth a visit on any tours of Ireland. The little...

10 November, 2011 /