2012 is a perfect time to travel to Ireland to discover your Irish heritage. Begin by finding your name on your Irish Family Map of Ireland with the easy to use grid system. Add the county of your ancestry to the list of exciting landmarks to visit in Ireland. You can arrive by air into Dublin which is serviced by 63 airlines including Aer Lingus, American Airlines, Continental, Delta, Iberia, Lufthansa, and USAirways.
While in Dublin you can tour St. Patrick’s Cathedral or Trinity College to see the 1200 year-old Book of Kells. You might visit the historical homes of Oscar Wilde and Bram Stoker and then sample a traditional Irish brew while touring the original Guinness Brewery.
A short distance north of Dublin, in the coastal village of Malahide, you can enjoy Malahide Castle or a stroll on the sandy beach. A short distance south of Dublin, in County Wicklow, you can visit the awe inspiring, historic Glendalough Round Tower.
- Glendalough Round Tower
As you make your way to the town of Galway, about a three hour car ride west of Dublin, sheep graze the picturesque Irish countryside; their territory marked by winding century-old stone walls.
- Stone wall, Irish Countryside
From Galway you can visit Locke’s Distillery in Kilbeggan, the oldest licensed pot still whiskey distillery in the world.
- Kilbeggan distillery
A short distance from Galway, on the west coast of Ireland, visit the beautiful and historic Kylemore Abbey in the Connemara Region.
- Kylemore Abbey in the Connemara Region
You won’t want to miss the Cliffs of Moher where you can imagine your Irish ancestors as they viewed this breath taking view for the very first time.
- Cliffs of Moher, Burren, Galway
- Galway Bay Ireland
Along the way, visit the 5800 year old Gleninsheen Wedge Tomb and the historic Celtic Crosses of Kilfenora.
- Gleninsheen Wedge Tomb, County Clare
- Celtic Crosses, Kilfenora Ireland
You’ll find a wide array of accommodations throughout Ireland. As you visit the home of your Irish heritage, you can choose from a warm, comfortable bed and breakfast; a country manor house; a boutique hotel or even a grand castle hotel. Explore the rich culture of historical Ireland, the warmth of the Irish people and invigorating music as you discover the roots and lineage of your Irish family name.
Experience the exciting traditions of your Irish ancestors. Order your Irish Family Map today. Locate your name on the easy to use grid system and plan the trip of a lifetime to celebrate and share your Irish heritage.
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