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The tourism industry in Ireland is one of the biggest contributors to its economy with almost 7.3 million tourists visiting the country. In the 2011, it was voted as one of the “Favorite Holiday Destination in the World,” and was listed as one of the world’s friendliest countries. There is no doubt that this country will satisfy your craving for those dream vacations you want spend with your loved ones or the whole family.
Location
Ireland is located in the northwestern part of Europe in the North Atlantic Ocean. It is on the European continent and part of the Eurasian Plate. It is the neighboring country of the United Kingdom to the west. It has an area of 70,280 sq. km, it has a length of 486 km from North to South, and its width is 275 km from West to East.
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This country is larger than the state of West Virginia. This Irish Republic is bounded to the north by the North Channel that also separates it from Scotland, Northern Island to the northeast, the Irish Sea to the east and St. George’s Channel to the southeast, which separates it from England and Wales to the west, from north to south.
Climate
The climate in Ireland is a variable oceanic climate. You can experience four different seasons in a single day. There is also a difference in temperature between the northern and southern parts of the country and there is more rainfall in the western part compared to the eastern part of the country.
The daily winter temperature in Ireland ranges from 4°C to 7°C, while the daily temperature during summer varies from 14°C to 16°C. The temperature in Ireland barely exceeds with 25°C and rarely falls -5°C.
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Regardless of when tourists visit Ireland, tourists will still experience the rain even in the middle of the summer. As such, be ready with your waterproof coat because it is highly recommended.
Transportation
The Republic of Ireland has 4 International Airports. One is in Dublin, Shannon in the county of Clare, Cork and Ireland to the West and Knock in the Country of Mayo. Dublin is the 8th largest airport in the whole of Europe and it is one of the largest. It also has the largest number of connecting flights to other countries like the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, along with other neighboring countries in Europe and the Middle East.
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Shannon Airport also has flights to the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and the Middle East. Cork also has flights to the United Kingdom and wide selections to some European cities like London. Knock Airport has daily flights to some of the cities in the UK and also serves chartered flights to European countries.
What to see
Causeway Coastal Route
This Causeway Coastal Route is known as one of the world’s greatest roads. It follows the main coast and serves as the road between Londonderry and Belfast, with a distance of 120 miles.
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Between the nice coastline and dipping inland to rural glens and villages, 195 miles of weaving trail between the cities of Belfast and Londonderry might not cover a massive distance, but each location is worth savoring.
Wild Atlantic Way
This Wild Atlantic Way is one of the most famous coastal routes in the world that covers seven of Ireland’s districts and regions. This road will surely take you to some of Ireland’s breathtaking scenery along Donegal to Galway, and from Kerry to Cork.
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The Atlantic Way is a journey full of discoveries because it will let you experience the untamed western coast of Ireland and start an adventure that you will never want to end.
Ireland’s Ancient East
Ireland’s Ancient East showcases the captivating culture of Ireland. Discover Ireland’s Ancient East trail to sate the Celtic curiosity of carefree wanderers. This stretches from Newgrange to Boyne Valley in the northeast.
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It is one of the most enjoyable places in Europe to experience the 5,000-year history of Ireland’s Ancient East. It is also one of the greatest keys to unlocking a treasure chest of holiday memories in the Emerald Isle.
See More:
Ireland Travel | Places to visit in Ireland
http://www.roughguides.com/destinations/europe/ireland/
Ireland Travel Guide – Irish Travel, Tours & Vacations
http://www.myirelandtour.com/travelguide/
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