Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way It’s on the edge of Europe, where land and sea collide. Irelands 1,500 mile coastline known as The Wild Atlantic Way runs from Kinsale in County Cork in the south to the Inishowen Peninsula in Donegal to the north. It is the longest coastal drive in the world. This is a landscape shaped by the sea, with a rich history, seaside towns and fishing villages, cottages, castles and cathedrals. Sip a stout to toe-tapping music in a pub with roaring fires or savor fresh seafood and watch the waves from a waterfront view. Irelands accommodations range from cozy bed and breakfasts, farmhouses, and holiday house rentals to manor houses and castles. Drive a loop with endless shades of green in the renowned The Ring of Kerry. Relax on a beach or visit an Iron Age castle. Fish the rivers for salmon or trout or head for the sea for bass and more. Head for Irelands Dingle Peninsula, the westernmost point in Europe, where the Irish language is still widely spoken. This Top 100 destination on Trip Advisor was named one of the most beautiful places on earth by National Geographic. Historic Slea Head Drive begins and ends in Dingle. Head for the beaches, see a stone crucifixion scene, or spot scenes where the movie Ryan’s Daughter was filmed. Find the spot where St. Brendan is said to have sailed to America centuries before Columbus. Experience a warm Irish welcome on the Emerald Isle. Be entertained in Ireland, the land of stories, myths and legends. See why its said the west is best when experiencing the Wild Atlantic Way. vimeo/51647157
Posted on: Sun, 28 Sep 2014 03:48:31 +0000