Ireland Travel

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Capital Celtic Vacation Guide to Ireland by EEHealy - There are many ways to plan your trip to Ireland so that you can experience all or part of Ireland's treasures. Under this Capital Celtic Guide EEHealy will give you insights and pointers on different ways to experience the best for your time and money.


The LINKS on this page will take you to resources that will provide you with valuable information as well as portals to book your Ireland Travel Online.

COMPARE CAR RENTALS:

Capital Celtic Network provides you with the option to compare three major Car Rental Companies in Ireland.  From here you can easily review quotes and book online your choice for Car Rentals.

First within our Online Booking Agent you can review Dan Dooley Car Rentals.  Of course this is the place to plan and book your complete vacation or business trip to Ireland.  The rates are the most competitive and the services are outstanding.

Second there is IRISH CAR RENTALS. Irish Car Rentals operate the most modern fleet of vehicles possible and can arrange most makes or models of Car or People Carrier to suit your exact needs. They also arrange for delivery and collection to and from most parts of Ireland. They have several rental locations in Ireland and can also offer you the opportunity to Book on Line through this web site.

Our third and newest partner is BUDGET CAR RENTALS. Budget Car Rental in Ireland is a leader in the Irish Car Hire Market. With locations including Dublin, Shannon, Cork and Belfast airports they aim to provide unbeatably priced car hire and the friendliest service in Ireland.

 

POPULAR GUIDE BOOKS:
(With reviews from Amazon.com.)

Fodor's Exploring Ireland by Lindsay Hunt - "There are lots of good pictures in this book, including tourist attractions, local people, scenery, events and historic photos. There are many localized maps that show the general area of the sights and events described in the book. There are also good over view maps. Great "focus" sections give detailed information on specific points of interest or significant historic events in Ireland. The Travel Facts section has a comprehensive list of things a traveler might want to know."

Fodor's Ireland - "Insider info that's totally up to date. Every year our local experts give you the inside track, showing you all the things to see and do -- from must-see sights to off-the-beaten-path adventures, from shopping to outdoor fun. Hundreds of hotel and restaurant choices in all price ranges -- from budget-friendly B&Bs to luxury hotels, from casual eateries to the hottest new restaurants, complete with thorough reviews showing what makes each place special."

Bed and Breakfast Ireland: - A Trusted Guide to over 400 of Ireland's Best Bed and Breakfasts by Elsie Dillard, Susan Causin. - "I had the opportunity to use this book while on an extended vacation in Ireland. I had the use of several guidebooks, but this publication became the book of choice. I found the information to be timely and descriptions of the various B&B's to be accurate, including the personalities of the various owners."

Karen Brown's Ireland: - Charming Inns & Itineraries by June Brown, Barbara Tapp (Illustrator), Karen Brown. - Travel Your Dreams with Karen Brown. "Meander down the streets of Dublin or journey around the lovely Dingle Peninsula. Irish hospitality prevails: from grand castles to country farmhouses, you will be treated as a houseguest rather than a tourist. Itineraries guide you through the Emerald Isle, from Dublin's fair city to the beautiful scenery of Connemara."

RECOMMENDED SERVICES:

IRISH CAR RENTALS - Irish Car Rentals - your partner in Ireland. - Irish Car Rentals operate the most modern fleet of vehicles possible and can arrange most makes or models of Car or People Carrier to suit your exact needs. They also arrange for delivery and collection to and from most parts of Ireland. They have several rental locations in Ireland and can also offer you the opportunity to Book on Line through this web site.

IRELAND TRAVEL Booking Service - Our own Capital Celtic Network Travel Booking Service operated by Sceptre Ireland. - Sceptre Ireland was founded as a charter company in 1980 and over the past 22 years they have grown into the largest United States tour operator to Ireland. As a family-owned and operated company, it's strong sense of value and service stand out in the industry. Sceptre offers the largest menu of escorted motor coach tours, self-drive packages, a portfolio of golf packages, and the best airfare prices to Ireland. Sceptre Ireland strongly believes in providing the best product at the best price.

IRELAND LODGING Reservation Service - Capital Celtic Network has an affiliate portal with "Gulliver Ireland and Go-Ireland" to offer an Online Reservations Service. This is Ireland's leading accommodation reservation service where you can choose from nearly 9,000 properties. Quality accommodations - Guaranteed low prices - Secure reservations.

Economy Travel - Lowest International - Airfares - Up to 40 percent off selected published fares to Ireland when you book online - search our partner ticket agency for full schedules.

DORAS DIRECTORY - For the most comprehensive guide to what's Irish on the web, the Doras Directory is unbeatable. Search for specific sites, or browse through over 80 sub categories, there's sure to be something for all tastes. If you've got a site of Irish interest, then submit it for review.

InterCelt - InterCelt is the primary internet resource for information about cultural holidays and activities in Ireland which involve the Irish language and Celtic culture. Browse the listings shown here to find the holiday or activity which interests you.

BUDGET CAR RENTALS - Budget Car Rental in Ireland is a leader in the Irish Car Hire Market.  With locations including Dublin, Shannon, Cork and Belfast airports they aim to provide unbeatably priced car hire and the friendliest service in Ireland.

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FREE INFORMATION RESOURCES:

Fáilte Ireland - the National Tourism Development Authority, established under the National Tourism Development Authority Act, 2003. The organization provides strategic and practical support to develop and sustain Ireland as a high-quality and competitive tourist destination.  In this context, their mission is broadly: "To increase the contribution of tourism to the economy by facilitating the development of a competitive and profitable tourism industry."


Irish Tourist Board - Ireland Travel and Tourism Information.  The official Irish Tourist Board guide to Ireland, Ireland vacations and travel information.

Both of these web sites are loaded with free information on travel to Ireland. When you start your planning contact the Irish Tourist Board for Free Information and save money.

Telephone them at 1-800-669-9967 for Information.

Karen Brown's Ireland - Online Reviews - Charming Inns & Itineraries is this online version to the book. Here you can review and e-mail eack location. Karen has provided the reader with a few of the best places to stay in Ireland.
E-mail Karen Brown for Information.

Rick Steves' Ireland Marathon on Public Television - In his latest public television special, Rick Steves takes you on a two-hour journey through Ireland, the place he calls the friendliest land in Europe. In three new episodes from Rick Steves' Europe, we get an intimate look at Dublin, the Wicklow Mountains, Dingle Peninsula, and more. Between each episode, Rick offers travel tips and a behind-the-scenes look at the production of the series.

His web site contains loads of good travel tips for Ireland and Europe as well.

Purchase Rick Steves Guide Book to Ireland - Online.
 

Pictures of Ireland - Visit this site which contains many links, having detailed descriptions to pictures of scenery, landscapes, cities, towns and regions in Ireland.

Dublin Photo Site - Visit this site which contains 1800 original photos that are free for non-profit use.

Paul Gallagher - Pictures Direct - Pictures of Ireland from Pictures Direct specializing in fine art photographic images of Ireland. Here is a web site that has captured Ireland. Paul Gallagher based in Donegal in the northwest of Ireland has many images concentrated from the Donegal - Connemara regions.

FREE Digital Postcards and FREE Pictures of Ireland screensaver.

RECOMMENDED PLACES:

Cedar Lodge - Dublin Location - In the Ballsbridge area, just southeast of Dublin proper, is this charming Victorian home. Just across from the British Embassy, the home of Mary and Gerard Doody offers guestrooms in a three-story extension overlooking their grassy garden. Awarded Dublin Tourism's premier 4 star rating, and having achieved the AA's highest quality mark Cedar Lodge is comparable in many ways to top class Dublin hotels.
E-mail Cedar Lodge for Information.

LemonGrove House - Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford - Colm & Ann McGibney provide a lovely and comfortable country home setting for the tried traveler. Breakfast is a full traditional Irish breakfast in a lovely dining room. Ann is a perfect hostess ready and willing to provide helpful answers to all your travel questions.
E-mail LemonGrove House for Information.

The Old Deanery - Ferns, Co. Wexford - Valerie & Lorcan Sinnott owners of The Old Deanery, the grandest house in Ferns, built in 1735 have updated it to the 20th Century and have provided a lovely setting for a country house Bed & Breakfast or self-catering cottages. This is one that is also in Karen Browns book.
E-mail The Old Deanery for Information.

Kilcaw House - Kinsale, Co. Cork - Henry & Christina Mitchel have a new home build on seven acres just outside of Kinsale proper. This family provides a wonderful setting with complete Irish breakfast that is tops. Special attention is given to insure that your stay is friendly, warm and full of charm.
E-mail Kilcaw House for Information.

The White House - Kinsale, Co. Cork - Kinsale is noted for fine food. The White House is a Landmark in Kinsale, Ireland's gourmet center. Here you will not be disappointed when it comes to fine food.
E-mail The White House for Information.

You can also Book your Ireland car rental on line through this web site using our secure server.
We will automatically confirm your Car Rental booking by return and ensure that the vehicle you select is ready for collection where you want, when you want.