Ireland
Overview
Also known as The Emerald Isle, Ireland is the third-largest island in Europe. The Republic of Ireland comprises five-sixths of the island, with Northern Ireland covering the remaining area.
Famous for its landscapes and verdant scenery, Ireland is a big draw for outdoor enthusiasts whether it's to engage in activities like hiking, surfing, dolphin watching or biking, or merely to enjoy Ireland's breath-taking views.
Equally famous for the quality and range of its arts, Ireland also offers music lovers of all kinds an Irish holiday to remember.
Make time also to visit reminders of Ireland's historic past, its numerous monuments and historic buildings scattered around the Irish countryside.
Weather
The Atlantic Ocean exerts the most dominant influence on Ireland's climate and as a result, Ireland experiences less extreme ranges of temperature than other countries at latitudes similar to Ireland's.
The average annual temperature in Ireland is 9°C. However, the east and middle of Ireland tend to experience more extreme temperatures, with Irish summer temperatures rising to 19°C and dropping to 2°C during Ireland's winter.
Ireland is also known for its rainfall; low-lying areas receive on average 1000mm per year whereas in the Irish mountainous areas, rainfall can rise to 2000mm per annum.
Main resorts & attractions
Ireland is world-famous for its contribution to the Arts. Whether it's in literature, music, theatre or dance, Ireland's rich lineage is a major draw for tourists to the Ireland of today. Ireland's Cork Jazz Festival, the Wexford Opera Festival and the West Cork Chamber Music Festival are just some of the reasons to visit musical Ireland.
Outdoors too Ireland has something to offer - visit Ireland's historic buildings and monuments, reminders of Ireland's past. The UNESCO World Heritage site at Newgrange (Bru na Boinne) is a ‘must' for any visit to Ireland, along with Kilkenny Castle, Waterford City and Inis Mor on the Isles of Aran.
Ireland's National Parks also offer a wealth of outdoor activities - visit Blenveagh, Ballycroy, Connemara, Killarney and Wicklow Mountains National Parks, some of the finest Ireland can offer - along with areas of outstanding natural significance such as the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren.
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