Cork & Kerry - Tour The Southwest Of Ireland

And rest assured, what's on offer is, quite frankly, a lot! As we will see in the following paragraphs, Cork and Kerry offer the best blend of the things which are synonymous with Ireland for the pure Irish experience. Tours of Cork and Kerry meets everyone's tastes. Whether it's a relaxing scenic tour, an activity-filled fun tour, a golf tour, fishing tour or just a visit home for people who have a past with this country, Cork and Kerry provide the authentic taste of traditional Ireland for all people.

Traditions

Ireland's age old traditions have stood the test of time. They offer a look into the heritage of Ireland and also, more importantly, they keep the Irish identity strong and vibrant. This is important for every country in the world, as a country's traditions and history define its people. Easter Sunday, St. Patrick's day, Halloween, Christmas, and wedding traditions are to name but a few. All with their own charm, character and attraction. In Cork and Kerry is to be found traditional Irish music and dance which can be;seen in a huge variety of pubs and hotels on most nights. An experience which must be had by all those who come and visit.

Scenery

The scenery in Cork and Kerry is indeed a thing to behold. Views of the Atlantic coast which are unmatched;in all of Ireland. The rich green colour of the land contrasting with the dark rock of the cliffs and brilliant white spray of cascading Atlantic waves is something which will take your breath away. Though, in truth, it doesn't actually take your breath away, rather fills your lungs with the freshest air you'll ever have, which invigorates body, spirit and mind. Views from the top of the highest mountain in Ireland, Carrauntohill, can be experienced for most people who wish to make the trek. A view that is unsurpassed, as it offers panoramic views inland and also over the Atlantic, and beyond. Beautiful sandy beaches that stretch for miles are a familiar sight in Cork and Kerry, as are the lush, green valleys and vast national parks that are to be found.

Places of Interest

Besides the city of Cork and the towns of Tralee and Killarney in Kerry, one must tour the southwest coastline of Ireland and stop in the many towns and villages along the way. Going through West Cork, one encounters the towns of Clonakilty (famous for its Irish breakfast ingredients!), Bandon, Kinsale (famous for the Battle of Kinsale in 1601 when Irish forces supported by the Spanish, fought the English), Skibbereen and Bantry. Crossing the Cork-Kerry border, the next town is one of Kerry's most famous towns.....Kenmare. Here can be found many lively spots to wine and dine, and with a warm reception from the inhabitants, a true taste of rural Ireland can be experienced. Next stop, having traveled through the beautiful Killarney National Park, is the town of Killarney itself. This town, in the opinion of many, is a fine example of the true essence of Ireland, traditionally, culturally, historically and in every other way that appeals to visitors to these shores. Quite simply, it is a fantastic town, and a place where people of all ages gather to enjoy the 'ceol, ol agus craic'!! (music, drink and fun!)

Summary

Above mentioned are some good examples of the attractions that the southwest coast if Ireland has to offer. To truly experience it, sometimes a person must just explore and be curious about ''what is down that road'' or ''let's see where this takes us!''. A lot of tour companies just stick to pre-determined routes which, although can be a pleasant experience, often leaves the visitor wondering if there was something that they missed. So be sure to ask yourself before visiting Ireland, what you want to see and experience? How you want to feel? What you (and your family) want to take from the experience of visiting Ireland? And the memories that will you with you for a lifetime.