The longer you spend in Ireland, the more you will desire the endless choice of quaint villages seeped in history and varied attractions experienced through Ireland vacation packages.
A popular Irish vacation option, especially for first-time vacationers or adventure enthusiasts, is an escorted tour. Ranging from a 45 passenger motor coach with a seasoned driver/guide, to a private, luxury vehicle with a chauffeur/guide, to bike or trekking tours through the breathtaking countryside and coastlines, escorted tours offer an insight into Ireland that is hard to find on one’s own.
Your choices for destinations on guided motor coach tours are wide-ranging, depending on your interests, budget and length of your vacation. If you prefer, you can even include a tour to nearby Scotland and/or England.
The very popular Ireland Pub tours give exceptional value, especially for a short winter vacation. Many of these tours are geared for a "taste" of Ireland – the tours only take 4 or 5 days and include a few famous sites and destinations – and of course, requisite stops at warm, and often famous, Irish pubs.
Are you dreaming of a family vacation or reunion – or even a romantic or solitary getaway? Why not rent a cottage at a golf community where everyone can have enough space to move around and explore, and can share quiet moments by a warming fire or relax outdoors.
Rental cottages are available in every choice of price ranges and destinations – by the beach, in remote areas, in sports communities and even on the grounds of luxury hotel resorts. Some rental properties feature seasonal activities such as Kid’s Clubs and organized events and may be conveniently near a spa or fitness center and restaurants; others are single homes in quaint locations, where you will be able to experience Irish life and meet the local residents. Renting a home provides a reasonably priced base from which to venture out into the region or rediscover your family’s roots.
Among the most popular Ireland vacation packages for independent vacationers is a self-drive trip that includes accommodations in a combination of B&Bs, hotels and castles. The options are virtually endless based on how far you want to drive and the number of days you will be in Ireland. If you want to see as much as possible, think about flying into Shannon and departing from Dublin – doing this may eliminate backtracking across the country.
The Sceptre Tours Blog - Travel Tips, Deals and Info for Ireland, Scotland, Great Britain & Italy
16 April 2010
5 Star Hotel Stay Ireland!
There's never been a better time to grab three family members or another couple and head over to Ireland for a vacation! From just under $100 per person, per night, travelers can enjoy round-trip airfare to Dublin, 6 nights in a Deluxe Villa at The Heritage 5-Star Golf & Spa Resort, and a weekly manual full-size car rental!
Nestled in the quaint village of Killenard, just southwest of Dublin, The Heritage 5-Star Golf & Spa Resort combines ancient Celtic history with deluxe five-star accommodations. Travelers enjoy their own Villa which includes two guestrooms, two bathrooms, a spacious and elegant dining room, kitchen and living space. All have own balcony or terrace as well as gas fireplaces, Internet access, slippers and bathrobes, hair dryer, safe, integrated sound system, and more.
Guests of The Heritage 5-Star Golf & Spa Resort enjoy complimentary access to the tennis court, children's games room, health club with pool, sauna, and steam rooms, Jacuzzi, and resort bicycles. Additional resort facilities include three restaurants, a variety of bars, an award-winning spa, The Natural Golf School, and Championship Golf Course.
The Heritage is the perfect base to explore the wonders of Ireland with easy access to the capital city of Dublin, Kilkenny, Waterford and other hidden gems waiting to be discovered.
The Ireland Deluxe Resort Package includes:
•Round trip economy class airfare to Dublin;
•6 nights in a two-bedroom Deluxe Villa at The Heritage 5 Star Golf & Spa Resort;
•Weekly manual full-size car rental
This package is priced from $599 per person (based on four people traveling) from New York; $619 from Boston, and $649 from Chicago for travel now through April 30th and from November 1 through March 2011. Prices are slightly higher for travel May 1 through October 31. Price does not include government taxes/fees/facility charges of up to $180 per person. Travelers may also opt to upgrade their airfare to Business Class for an additional $499 each way out of New York, Boston, and Chicago. For additional information, click here.
The Ireland Deluxe Resort Package is also available for groups of 10 or more and can be booked through the Group Department at 800-485-5192.
To book this package, travelers should contact the Aer Lingus Vacation Store at 800-495-1632 or visit www.aerlingusvacationstore.com.
Nestled in the quaint village of Killenard, just southwest of Dublin, The Heritage 5-Star Golf & Spa Resort combines ancient Celtic history with deluxe five-star accommodations. Travelers enjoy their own Villa which includes two guestrooms, two bathrooms, a spacious and elegant dining room, kitchen and living space. All have own balcony or terrace as well as gas fireplaces, Internet access, slippers and bathrobes, hair dryer, safe, integrated sound system, and more.
Guests of The Heritage 5-Star Golf & Spa Resort enjoy complimentary access to the tennis court, children's games room, health club with pool, sauna, and steam rooms, Jacuzzi, and resort bicycles. Additional resort facilities include three restaurants, a variety of bars, an award-winning spa, The Natural Golf School, and Championship Golf Course.
The Heritage is the perfect base to explore the wonders of Ireland with easy access to the capital city of Dublin, Kilkenny, Waterford and other hidden gems waiting to be discovered.
The Ireland Deluxe Resort Package includes:
•Round trip economy class airfare to Dublin;
•6 nights in a two-bedroom Deluxe Villa at The Heritage 5 Star Golf & Spa Resort;
•Weekly manual full-size car rental
This package is priced from $599 per person (based on four people traveling) from New York; $619 from Boston, and $649 from Chicago for travel now through April 30th and from November 1 through March 2011. Prices are slightly higher for travel May 1 through October 31. Price does not include government taxes/fees/facility charges of up to $180 per person. Travelers may also opt to upgrade their airfare to Business Class for an additional $499 each way out of New York, Boston, and Chicago. For additional information, click here.
The Ireland Deluxe Resort Package is also available for groups of 10 or more and can be booked through the Group Department at 800-485-5192.
To book this package, travelers should contact the Aer Lingus Vacation Store at 800-495-1632 or visit www.aerlingusvacationstore.com.
Fly Away to Florence
Yes, you can believe your eyes — here's a four night getaway to Florence, Italy from just $899 per person!
Known as the "art capital of Italy," Florence beckons travelers who love art, history, and the Italian Renaissance. Widely regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in Italy, visitors can spend days strolling the magnificent piazzas, touring the Pitti Palace and Uffizi gallery, and wandering in the footsteps of the city's native sons including Dante, Botticelli, Michelangelo, Guccio Gucci, Salvatore Ferragamo, and Emilio Pucci.
Travelers will stay at the Hotel Delle Nazioni, located in the historical city center of Florence near Piazza della Libertá and the Fortezza da Basso Exhibition Centre. The Duomo and other major landmarks are all within easy walking distance. Also located nearby is the Galleria dell'Accademia which contains Michelangelo's David.
The Florence Fling package includes:
•4 nights at the Hotel Delle Nazioni (5th and 6th nights available from just $75 more per person, per night);
•Round-trip economy class transatlantic airfare on Alitalia;
•Daily buffet breakfast
This package is priced from $899 per person from New York, $1,289 from Newark and Boston, and $1,039 from Chicago for travel April 1 to May 15. Other departure dates and gateway cities are available through December 15 with rates depending upon date of travel. All rates are per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes up to $143 per person are additional.
Travelers can also opt to upgrade to a Gold Package for more luxury and stay at the Hotel Tornabuoni Beacci right in the heart of Florence for an additional $50 per person, per night.
Dooley Vacations can also accommodate groups on this tour. For additional information on traveling with 10 or more people, call 800-901-3885.
For additional information on this package, call 877-331-9301.
Known as the "art capital of Italy," Florence beckons travelers who love art, history, and the Italian Renaissance. Widely regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in Italy, visitors can spend days strolling the magnificent piazzas, touring the Pitti Palace and Uffizi gallery, and wandering in the footsteps of the city's native sons including Dante, Botticelli, Michelangelo, Guccio Gucci, Salvatore Ferragamo, and Emilio Pucci.
Travelers will stay at the Hotel Delle Nazioni, located in the historical city center of Florence near Piazza della Libertá and the Fortezza da Basso Exhibition Centre. The Duomo and other major landmarks are all within easy walking distance. Also located nearby is the Galleria dell'Accademia which contains Michelangelo's David.
The Florence Fling package includes:
•4 nights at the Hotel Delle Nazioni (5th and 6th nights available from just $75 more per person, per night);
•Round-trip economy class transatlantic airfare on Alitalia;
•Daily buffet breakfast
This package is priced from $899 per person from New York, $1,289 from Newark and Boston, and $1,039 from Chicago for travel April 1 to May 15. Other departure dates and gateway cities are available through December 15 with rates depending upon date of travel. All rates are per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes up to $143 per person are additional.
Travelers can also opt to upgrade to a Gold Package for more luxury and stay at the Hotel Tornabuoni Beacci right in the heart of Florence for an additional $50 per person, per night.
Dooley Vacations can also accommodate groups on this tour. For additional information on traveling with 10 or more people, call 800-901-3885.
For additional information on this package, call 877-331-9301.
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