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Located in the St. James’s Gate Brewery in Dublin, Ireland, the Guinness Storehouse has welcomed millions of visitors since opening in 2000. It is situated within a building that was constructed in 1904. The Storehouse pays homage to the history of Guinness, the country’s most famous beer. [Read more…] about The Guinness Storehouse :: Dublin, Ireland
Upon the rich, rolling green landscape of Killorglin, Ireland there is a gathering. Dating back to at least the early 17th century (and quite possibly to pre-Christian celebrations) the Puck Fair is the oldest traditional fair in Ireland and among the oldest festivals in the world. Most notable for the yearly crowning of King Puck (a captured wild goat) this three day August party is packed with every form of merriment you could imagine. There are many tales regarding the Puck Fair’s origin. The first written mention of its existence was a 1603 charter permitting it to run signed by King James I. Some associate its beginnings with early pagan [Read more…] about Puck Fair :: Killorglin, Ireland
When planning a trip to the Emerald Isle, the majority of vacationers want to see the majestic old castles of yore. What a lot of travelers don’t know is that you can be treated like royalty and stay in an actual 12th century castle without having to pay a king’s ransom! [Read more…] about Clontarf Castle Hotel :: Dublin, Ireland