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Irish Christmas

Irish Christmas

The Perfect Exotic Vacation Spot for Christmas Holidays

"Cork is the second largest city in the Republic of Ireland after Dublin. The city is located in the province of Munster and lies on the banks of the River Lee. Cork City has a population of 275,000 inhabitants. Cork is also one of the 32 counties of Ireland and is in fact the largest county in Ireland. Cork city has a great reputation for its’ friendly people and is home to Murphy’s Irish Stout, the Guinness Jazz Festival, famous ex Irish footballer Roy Keane amongst other things. For anyone visiting Ireland for the first time no visit is complete without visiting County Cork. The city boasts some excellent accommodation that caters for all a travelers needs. However hotels in Cork in particular have garnished a fine reputation over the years.

Due to its’ location in the South West of Ireland Cork is an ideal base from which to explore neighboring counties such as County Kerry and County Waterford-home of the world famous Waterford Crystal factory. The main towns in County Cork include Kinsale, widely recognized as one of the finest locations in Europe to dine in, Youghal, a traditional family seaside resort, Mallow, Skibbereen, Cobh and of course the world famous Blarney-home of the woolen mills.

Getting to Cork

Getting to Cork is also not as problematic as it once used to be. Daily flights operate between Dublin and Cork Airports and daily flights also operate from many UK and mainland European destinations. Flights to Cork have become much more competitive in recent years especially with the launch of Ryanair daily flights from Dublin. If flying does not take your fancy you can always take a train from Houston Station in Dublin right to Cork city centre. For those wishing to travel by car, rental cars can be picked up at almost all major Irish locations including Dublin Airport, Shannon, Rosslare Port and of course in Cork Airport of City itself.

Top 10 tips when visiting Cork City or County include:

1. Make sure to watch a live hurling match. This is a fantastic spectacle and is played with 15 men on each team. It is the fasted field game in the world today and is played with hurling sticks and a small leather ball called a sliothar. A truly amazing sport!

2. Visit Fota Wildlife Park located between Cobh and Midleton in East Cork.

3. Check out and sample Irish Whisky at its finest at the Jameson Irish Distillery in Midleton.

4. Sample some of the best cuisine anywhere including crocodile in Kinsale’s many fine restaurants.

5. Take a day trip to The Blarney Woolen Mills.

6. Marvel at the spectacular scenery in West Cork.

7. Take in a day’s golf at the many fantastic course Cork has to offer.

8. Enjoy a few pints of the local black stuff-Murphy’s in the many quaint city bars.

9. Treat yourself by staying in any of the fine Cork hotels on offer below.

10. Lastly remember to relax-life in Cork is not as frantic as in many other locations so enjoy!

For more info please visit Hotels in Cork Ireland"

About the Author

Dara Ward is the Managing Director of Hotels in Cork Ireland Dara has extensive experience within the travel industry in Ireland and the selection of Cork Ireland Hotels offered on his websites are competitively priced and suitable for both leisure, business and group reservations.

An Irish Christmas $7.49 An Irish Christmas

Irish Christmas Blessing Platter $29.99 Inscribed with a beautiful verse and decorated with raised Celtic knot work, this platter will be used time and time again during the Christmas season. Crafted of oven, microwave and dishwasher safe ceramic. 13 7/8? x 11 ??. Imported. Boxed.

Santa's Irish Christmas Candy Box $13.99 Six of Ireland's most popular candy bars all in one box! A real treat to receive on Christmas morning. Cadbury's England

Christmas Crackers $13.99 An Irish tradition at Christmas. Each contains a snap, a joke, a surprise novelty, and a party hat. Box of eight. Designed in Canada.

Candle In The Window Christmas Blessing Cards $14.99 Send a warm Christmas blessing with cards portraying a lovely Irish Christmas window. 18 single fold 5 x 7 cards and 19 envelopes. USA. Boxed.

Holiday Irish Sensation Sweater $51.99 Exquisite Christmas wreath hand beaded sweater is adorned with sparkling crystals and dazzling sequins. A real eye catcher for the holidays! Imported.

Various Artists - An Irish Christmas $5.99 Various Artists - An Irish Christmas

Spirit Of An Irish Christmas $10.49 Spirit Of An Irish Christmas

An Nollaig: An Irish Christmas $11.49 An Nollaig: An Irish Christmas

Irish Kilted Santa $21.99 This roly-poly Santa is truly dashing in his green plaid outfits and will add such fun to your Christmas decor. It is 8 tall, resin and fabric. Boxed. Imported

Changeable Season Irish Plaque $24.99 Switch your seasons on this unique plaque! Choose between a summer scene and the saying Cead Mile Failte (One Hundred Thousand Welcomes) or a winter scene with the saying Nollaig Shona Dhuit (Happy Christmas). Wood; 8 x 10. Boxed. This item can be personalized.

Killarney Crystal Christmas Bowl $19.99 This sparkling cut crystal bowl with Christmas tree and snowflake design will be used throughout the holidays. Perfect for serving all kinds of Christmas treats. 4 high x 6 wide. Boxed. Ireland

Happy Christmas Poinsetta Shirt $35.99 A new design to wear this Christmas season and a real talking point! 100% cotton. Printed in USA. Sizes S (2-4, M (6-8), L (10-12), XL (14-16).

12 Days of Christmas Charm Bracelet $15.99 Perfect wee charms for each of the 12 days and interspersed with beads. 8 1/4 toggle closure bracelet. Arrives boxed with Christmas poem. Imported.

Tea Time Christmas Cake $18.99 Delicious and moist, this traditional fruitcake is topped with marzipan and royal icing. From Ireland 17.6 oz

Christ Is Born Christmas Card $17.99 These exclusively designed cards are absolutely stunning in rich Celtic colors embossed in gold and with gold foil lined envelopes. 18 French fold 5 x 7 cards and 18 envelopes. USA

Irish Country Christmas $9.99 ">Irish Country Christmas will take you on a melodic stroll through the quaint Irish countryside and celebrates a traditional Celtic yuletide season.>"

Personalized Baby's First Christmas Ornament $3.99 A first ornament for baby. Glass and resin. Please state name and date. 8 is the max character for the name. 4 1/2 x 3. Boxed. Imported.

An Irish Night Before Christmas (Hardcover) $25.52 Father Christmas, with his Irish eyes twinkling, ushers in his seven elves and thus begins this Irish tale.

Waterford's Alana Set of 2 Ornaments $65 Glittering hand blown and hand decorated glass ornaments will stand out on your Christmas tree. Boxed. 3 dia.

Personalized Porcelain Gym Shoe Ornament $11.99 Painted with shamrocks and personalized with a name eo mark that special date - birth, Christmas, birthday, etc. USA.

Scottish Kilted Santa $21.99 This roly-poly Santa is truly dashing in his red plaid outfits and will add such fun to your Christmas decor. It is 8 tall, resin and fabric. Boxed. Imported

Perfect For The Holidays Belt $9.99 Add some Christmas flair to your wardrobe with this flowing satin tie belt trimmed with shining metal beads. Imported. 90 long.

Joy Three Piece Set $13.99 Ceramic sculpture in angelic detail with painted shamrocks, this is a lovely reminder of the real meaning of Christmas. Ea. piece 4 x 3 x 3/4. Imported.

The Irish Tenor Trio: A Classic Irish Christmas (DVD) $20.01 A CLASSIC IRISH CHRISTMAS features the Irish Tenor Trio performing 16 songs and Christmas classics including "Silent Night," "Oh Come All Ye Faithful," "Danny Boy," "The First Noel," "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling," and "My Wild Irish Rose."

Irish Christmas Irish Hooded Sweatshirt by CafePress $45 Irish You A Merry Christmas t-shirts and gifts. This funny Christmas design makes a great gift for anyone who's Irish. Please take a look at all our humorous Christmas products. Irish Hooded Sweatshirt Tee, TShirt, Shirt The hoodie: the perfect utilitarian piece of clothing. Leave your hat and scarf at home Stay warm and comfy in your Pullover Hooded Sweatshirt. This hoodie is constructed with a cotton/polyester blend - both durable and comfortable.Heavyweight 90

Starry Starry Snowflakes $12.99 beautiful and lightweight either on the Christmas tree or strung on a chain as a pendant. One is a lovely design of Celtic Claddaghs and a dangling shamrock, and the other a unique combination of thistles, leaves and Celtic knots. USA. Silver over pewter. Approx. 3

Personalized Led Swirl Glitterdome $22.99 You will be mesmorized by the swirling snow and the multi LED colors. A lovely Christmas décor piece. On/off switch. 3 AAA batteries not included. 8 x 4. Acrylic. Boxed. Please state name.

Waterford's 2011 Wishes for Joy Toasting Flute $85 The 1st edition of Waterford's Snowflake Wishes glassware celebrates winter's iconic snowflake. 2011 is the beginning of the 10 year series of hand cut crystal in Waterford's most beloved pattern Lismore. Ideal for Christmas gift giving and winter celebrations. Arrives in a distinctive silver box with satin lining.

Personalized Santa and Mrs. Clause Ornament $6.99 A 2011 Christmas keepsake, this ornament displays your family with pride and joy. Please state up to five names. Names will be placed where best fit. Cannot specify location of each name. Designed in USA. 4 1/2 x 4.

Waterford's 2011 Wishes for Joy Old Fashion Glass $75 The 1st edition of Waterford's Snowflake Wishes glassware celebrates winter's iconic snowflake. 2011 is the beginning of the 10 year series of hand cut crystal in Waterford's most beloved pattern Lismore. Ideal for Christmas gift giving and winter celebrations. Arrives in a distinctive silver box with satin lining.

The Irish Tenors - Home For Christmas $35.47 On Home for Christmas, the original Irish Tenors -- John McDermott, Anthony Kearns, and Ronan Tynan -- created a soul-satisfying, bona fide holiday classic that has stood the test of time. On this disc, many of the most enduring holiday songs are perfectly performed by the tenors in their beloved, world-renowned vocal style.

An Irish Country Christmas (Paperback) $23.13 It`s Christmas time in Ballybucklebo, Patrick Taylor`s whimsical Irish village, where Dr. Fingal O`Reilly continues to tutor his apprentice Dr. Barry Laverty in the unique ways of Irish medicine. While both O`Reilly and Laverty face the forlorn prospect of spending the holidays without a romantic partner, they are distracted by the arrival of a medical quack who begins endangering their patients with a slew of absurd home remedies. They still find time to attend to the usual coughs and sniffles and make the local social scene, including the Rugby Club Party and the children`s Christmas pageant. With a number of delightful set pieces and heartwarming storylines, Taylor`s yarn is sure to become a contemporary Christmas favorite.

Irish Blessing $7.99 Irish Blessing

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