Coast with the most: 20 Munster road trips to try this summer
Tom Breathnach discovers 20 mighty Munster road-trip highlights
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Tom Breathnach
Take a Viking tour, Waterford
Welcome to Vadrafjord (that’s Waterford to you and I). Ireland’s oldest city has been steeped in a storied maritime history since it was founded by Vikings in 915 AD. The city’s well-preserved Viking Triangle offers visitors a trove of historic attractions within its walls. King of the Vikings, billed as the world s first viking virtual reality adventure, is a family-friendly 3D experience which brings you up close and personal with Waterford’s onetime sea pirate warlords. The site is located in a replica Viking house within the ruins of a medieval monastery, all adding to the drama; kingofthevikings.com. For the perfect evening refuge, take the 20km spin down to cliffs and coves of Dunmore East and feast at one of Ireland’s best seafood chippers, East Pier.
30 of the best places to book a staycation this summer
Foreign getaways are out this summer. Instead, our fingers are crossed for a break closer to home. Whether travelling in a group or on your own, with an interest in thrill-seeking or relaxing, we ve found a destination for you
A couple enjoying the view at the Kerry Cliffs, Co. Kerry
Tue, 23 Feb, 2021 - 07:50
Tom Breathnach & Melanie Mullan Seaside Reunion
If an extended family reunion is on the cards this summer, why not splurge on a magnificent escape to the seaside at the Cliff Beach House? The Cliff Group don’t do things by halves, and the Beach House is no exception with six bedrooms overlooking the Atlantic, two living rooms, and impeccable design throughout. A stay here is all about the luxury, whether you opt for having one of the multi-award-winning chefs cook your dinner, a seafood cooking masterclass, or an evening of live traditional music. It’s the holiday we all need! Prices start at €2,500