Thanksgiving In Ireland!
November 22-29, 2008
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This is our 5th
annual Thanksgiving vacation in Ireland and we usually get 25-50
singles on it! Don’t wait to sign up or you may miss out on a great
Thanksgiving getaway with a lot of singles!
Ireland
is well known for her “thousand shades of green,” but the beauty of
the land and the warmth of her people shine through during the
winter months as well. From the beautiful, green rolling hills and
their morning mist, to the delightful towns, to the fun in the pubs,
you’ll love this country!
Enjoy the big city life of Dublin—2 nights in this vibrant historic
capital, renowned for its boutiques, museums and trendy restaurants,
it’s a favorite of Europeans. See Trinity College, St. Patrick’s
Cathedral and the Guinness Storehouse as well as many other sights.
Then it’s through the countryside, visiting the famous Blarney Stone
and Blarney Woollen Mills on our way to the southwest corner of the
country to spend two nights in bustling Killarney. While here we
travel the road that winds around the beautiful peninsula known as
“The Ring of Kerry”. Then see the beautiful Cliffs of Moher and
visit a local farm to see how farm life is in the rural countryside.
This year we have added a night in Galway to show you another lively
Irish town! Our last night is spent in Limerick with fun times to
be had at our optional Medieval banquet at Bunratty Castle before we
head home!
This great getaway over
Thanksgiving week is affordable and includes, among other things-6
nights accommodations, 7 meals, professional tour director,
sightseeing but time to visit other sights with new friends from the
group, as well as try the many restaurants and visit the fun pubs!
So why not join us!
Don’t miss out on this fun and
affordable trip we have every year!!! We’ve had a lot of calls for
this trip-expect a good group again!!!
Price Includes:
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Hotel
taxes, service charges, tips for baggage handling; all local
taxes
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Free
roommate matching if requested
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Welcome get together
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7
meals total including: (as listed in itinerary)
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Services of a professional Irish Driver/ Guide
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Singles Travel Company Representative
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Private deluxe motorcoach with air-conditioning and emergency
washroom on board
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Complete sightseeing program as detailed in the itinerary-
including:
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Dublin city tour including St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Trinity
College Library and the Book of Kells, Guinness Storehouse
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View of Rock of Cashel
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Blarney Castle visit
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Blarney Woollen Mills visit
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Ring of Kerry excursion
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Shannon River Ferry Crossing
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Cliffs of Moher visit
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Rathbaun Farm visit with tea/coffee and Irish Farmhouse
scones with demonstrations
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Visit Galway
Ireland Thanksgiving
Itinerary
Day 1
Saturday, Nov. 22 DEPART USA.
Fly transatlantic overnight to Dublin,
Ireland
Day 2
Sunday, Nov. 23 ARRIVE IN DUBLIN,
IRELAND
Welcome to Dublin-
Ireland’s capital city! Upon arrival you’ll transfer to our hotel
using your included airport transfer.
Bustling, cosmopolitan,
ancient, but young at heart, Dublin is one of Europe’s liveliest
cities, where medieval and fine 17th century buildings stand
together. Depending on your flight arrival time, enjoy the rest of
the day to explore the city at your leisure.
This evening, our group will
gather for a casual get together to mix and mingle in the hotel
lounge. Then the balance of the evening is yours to relax and sample
some of the quaint and lively Irish pubs of Dublin. For dinner maybe
visit the Temple Bar area, Dublin's Cultural Quarter, located in the
heart of Dublin's City Centre. Some of Dublin's best nightspots,
restaurants and unusual shops line these narrow, cobbled streets
running between the Bank of Ireland and Christ Church Cathedral.
After dinner, make sure you
visit one of Dublin’s many pubs, an essential part of Ireland's (and
Dublin's, of course!) social life and a must for every visitor. In
Dublin today there are basically two categories of pubs: the
Traditional ones, and the Modern ones. Have fun!!
Hotel: Academy Plaza Hotel
has an exceptional location in the very heart of Dublin city
centre and has 285 rooms. Each room has individually controlled
air-conditioning, super-comfort beds flatscreen T.V., laptop sized
safe, complimentary wireless internet access, iron and ironing
board, hair dryer, shower/bath, tea/coffee making facilities. It
also has several restaurants and room service.
Day 3
Monday, Nov. 24
DUBLIN
After an Irish breakfast
in our hotel, we have a full day ahead of us. We’ll get an overview
of the wonderful city of Dublin on our city tour in the morning with
our professional guide for our journey of “Ireland’s Favorite
Places”. The tour brings to life Dublin’s architectural
treasures and history stretching back more than 1,000 years. Visit
St. Patrick’s Cathedral, founded in 1190; tour Dublin’s beautiful
Georgian squares; walk the cobbled courtyards of Trinity College to
its famed library and its truly unique world treasure – the 8th
century Book of Kells.
Also visit the
famous Guinness Storehouse; visit the Guinness Factory visitor
center, learn about the dramatic story of the 250 year history of
Guinness. A complimentary drink in the highest bar in Ireland, the
Gravity Bar, is part of your visit here usually.
This afternoon is on your own
or with friends from the group, continue exploring this exciting
city, savoring its charm and ambience at
your leisure. Maybe shop on Grafton Street, Dublin's smartest
shopping area with fashionable stores such as Brown Thomas. Other
principal shopping streets in the area include Wicklow Street,
Dawson Street, and South Great Georges Street. Also shop on Henry
Street, with department stores such as the popular Arnotts', and an
assortment of popular clothing and footwear stores are here on
Dublin's Henry Street. The ILAC shopping center, and the newer
Jervis Street Shopping Centre are both here. Great shopping!
This evening why not sign up
for our optional Merry Ploughboy’s Pub Dinner and Irish
entertainment for a fun way to end the day in this lively capital!
(FB)
Day 4
Tuesday, Nov. 25 CASHEL / BLARNEY CASTLE
/ KILLARNEY
This morning we depart
Dublin. After driving through the Curragh, the heart of Ireland’s
equestrian country, view the unforgettable Rock of Cashel, an
impressive pre-Christian settlement. The dramatic limestone rock
crowned with secular and religious buildings dominates the flat
countryside for miles around. Travel on to County Cork to visit
Blarney Castle
with its magical stone that gives the gift of eloquence for a kiss.
Time to stop at Blarney
Woollen Mills to
shop for Waterford crystal
and other handicrafts before continuing on to bustling Killarney.
The town on the lakes is famous for its lively pubs and open,
cheerful atmosphere, full of what the Irish call “craic!” – the
Gaelic for fun. Tonight, you are free to explore the ambience of
Killarney and her pubs. (FB,D)
Hotel: Our
hotel, the Killarney Towers, offers a leisure center
where guests can enjoy a workout in its fitness facility followed by
a dip in the pool, whirlpool or a session in the sauna, steam room
or sun tanning bed. The hotel bar is always buzzing, with live music
most nights. All rooms feature a hair dryer, coffee/tea maker and
personal safe.
Day 5
Wednesday, Nov. 26
THE RING OF KERRY
Today we travel the road that
winds around the beautiful Iveragh Peninsula, better known as “The
Ring of Kerry.”
It is undoubtedly one of the most magical and most beautiful places
in all of Ireland. Here, mountains, valleys, lakes and sea blend
into a landscape that is often breathtaking beyond words. Even the
names of the towns seem to whisper their beauty: Cahirciveen,
Glenbeigh, Killorglin and Sneem. After returning to our hotel, the
balance of the day and evening is at leisure to explore Killarney.
This evening maybe we’ll find some local music to enjoy with the
towns people like in past years. (FB)
Day 6
Thursday, Nov 27 KILLARNEY /
CLIFFS OF MOHER / GALWAY
This morning, cross the
Shannon estuary by ferry and enter County Clare to see the
Cliffs of Moher,
one of Ireland's most visited attractions and spectacular sights,
where a magical vista awaits you with one of the most amazing views
in Ireland. On clear days you can see the Aran Islands too. There
is a tourist centre and a small shop, which sells souvenirs and hot
chocolate and tea!
Afterwards we head north
across the Burren, a suddenly stark and barren landscape dotted with
rare flora. We’ll drop in for refreshments at Rathbaun Farm and
meet a farming family as they carry out their everyday chores. Watch
as the farmer shears a sheep and maneuvers his flock with the help
of his dog. (This may be done on Friday.)
Next, on to Galway to see what
this city has to offer! Galway is
regarded as one of the liveliest cities in Ireland, second only to
Dublin. It is certainly not the place to go if you want to
experience the peace, quiet and solitude usually connected with the
Irish West! The small city center has narrow and winding streets,
and a complete tour takes no longer than a couple of hours. Eyre
Square is at the center of the city and has the Browne Doorway,
cannons from the Crimean War and a modern mall incorporating the old
city walls, the Eyre Square Centre. You can see Lynch's Castle, the
Collegiate Church of St Nicholas and the Spanish Arch on the old
quays. Just across the river is the Claddagh, reputed home of the
famous ring design and famed for its pubs. West of the city you will
find Salthill, a traditional seaside resort with amusement arcades
and good beaches.
Enjoy exploring and then
dinner is at leisure and don’t forget a pub visit tonight as Galway
is known for it fun pubs!! (FB)
Hotel:
Courtyard by Marriott is surrounded by historic
sites, colorful cultural attractions and famed natural wonders such
as Connemara,and is located within a delightful 10-minute stroll
from the heart of the city. Amenities include large, well-appointed
guest rooms, plush new bedding for your comfort; a work desk,
ergonomic chair, high-speed Internet, fitness centre, luxurious
health spa, international cuisine or breakfast buffet at the Olive
Tree Bistro, and it has the Point Bar for casual fare.
The rooms include in room
fridge, coffeemaker, hair dryer, T.V., iron and ironing board.
Day 7
Friday, Nov. 28 LIMERICK
This morning after breakfast,
a little time in Galway before we head towards Limerick for our
overnight here.
Tonight, why not attend an
optional Medieval banquet dinner and entertainment at
Bunratty Castle? Enjoy
the dinner and lots of Irish music and songs. (FB)
Hotel: Absolute Hotel in Limerick
is situated in Sir Harry’s Mall in Limerick city
centre. It has a bar, restaurant, spa, fitness room, and the
rooms include TV, Air Conditioning , In-room safe (laptop size),
Salon style hairdryer ,Complimentary high speed internet access,
Sound Proof Windows, Direct Dial phones with voicemail, Tea and
Coffee Facilities, and writing desk.
Day 8
Saturday, Nov. 29
LIMERICK / DEPART SHANNON
After a
transfer to the airport, we travel homeward, arriving the same day.
(FB)
May the luck of the Irish be with you!
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Price |
$1189.00 per
person, double occupancy, land only (remember we can assign
a roommate).
$450.00 add to
above rate if you want a room to yourself (very limited
number).
Optionals
are offered on two occasions: please pay by final payment.
1)
Dublin, November 24: Merry Ploughman’s Pub Dinner &
Irish Entertainment $75
2)
Limerick, November 28: Bunratty Castle Banquet Dinner
& Entertainment $75
Airfare
is additional and you need to
fly into Dublin Airport and out of Shannon Airport.
Airport
transfers
are included if you arrive and depart on the
days of the tour and you arrive and depart between these
time periods:
Arrival -Dublin,
November 23, anytime. Transfer is by a shuttle service to
the hotel.
Departure-Shannon,
November 29, there will be 2 shuttle times-one very early
morning and one mid morning.
Travel
Insurance
is highly recommended. Information available
on request.
Price does
not include- items of a
personal nature, meals not included in above itinerary,
phone calls, tips and gratuities to
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Fine Print – Thanksgiving in Ireland November 22-29, 2008
Your payment for a reservation
on this trip constitutes consent and acknowledgement of all the
provisions in this Fine Print listed below and in the Singles Travel
Company General Terms and Conditions. Please make sure you read both
of these important pieces of information and call us with any
questions. Hotels are subject to change per our tour
operator.
Payments Deposits
are $200.00- due with your reservation. Since this is a holiday
trip, early sign-ups are important. Checks are preferred (payable to
Travel Advisors) or credit cards are accepted.
Final payments
are due 70 days prior to trip. Checks preferred or credit cards.
Cancellation Fee and
Refunds All cancellations must be in writing. Any
cancellations 91 days or more prior to the trip-complete refund of
deposit minus a $50 cancellation fee. For any cancellations within
90 days of departure- no refund. No refund on unused portions of the
trip. After airline tickets are issued, airline cancellations are
per the airline’s policy.
Travel/Trip Cancellation insurance is highly recommended
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