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Vacation in the UK - Ireland
If you have a desire to experience beauty in its purest form, there is nothing better than Ireland. Think green, and lots of it. This is a land of mystery and myth, legends and diversity, and there is nearly no limit to the educational and recreational possibilities of this ancient country.
Ireland IS history. Think of the stone age, thousands and thousands of years ago, and you will have a good idea of Ireland's beginnings. Many different migrations of people from other regions of the world have formed what we know as Ireland in this day and age. It is a primarily Catholic culture, full of people who are extremely proud and aware of their roots, and who are more than willing to help others explore their heritage.
Ireland is a natural wonderland. From ancient forests to volcano produced landscapes, there is no shortage of things to educate yourself on when it comes to the land of Ire. Ireland is surrounded by many smaller islands that are definitely worth exploring, if your interest lies in getting away from the fast pace of larger cities.
And when it comes to Irish cities, Dublin is one of the biggest and most popular of them all. It is situated on the eastern coast and is a major commerce thoroughfare. One might think that since it is a large city, it is impersonal and cold, but Dublin is quite the contrary. It is a large city with a quaint, small town feel that blends the modern with the traditional values of its people.
If you are interested in staying in Dublin while on your UK vacation, you will have many great and affordable options. There are over 90 bed and breakfasts, nearly 60 farm vacation options, hostels, hotels, and what is referred to as "self-catering" accomodations. With self-catering, it is something like renting a private condo. Most often, these can be paid for by the week, and give tourists the ability to come and go as they please and live more like the locals than in a generic hotel setting. This can be an extremely flexible option, since you can choose to be within a city or out in the country, and affordability comes into play when you consider that these only cost between $150 and $850 per week!
So, if you are in the mood to be whisked away to a magical land on your next vacation, Ireland is sure to be exactly what you are looking for. You may never find a leprechaun, but Ireland is most certainly a pot of gold.
