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12 Great Ways to Use Your Gift Voucher from Ireland’s Blue Book
The Blue Book contains beautiful country houses, hotels and restaurants all across Ireland, many set in idyllic scenic surroundings in some of the more rugged and isolated parts of this beautiful island.
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Discover Dreamy Retreats Along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way: 16 Enchanting Escapes
Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way stretches from the Northern Headlands to the Surf Coast, and is famous for its sweeping coastlines, towering sea cliffs, and diverse landscapes.
Wild Atlantic Way
8 of Ireland's Wonderful Greenways
Things to do and places to see along Ireland's Greenways
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8 Things to do on the coast of Northern Ireland
Things to do on Northern Ireland's coast
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Explore and more at Ballyfin Demesne
10 wonderfully luxurious things to do and see at Ballyfin Demesne
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Celebrate at Carrig Country House & Restaurant
Special Occasions on the Ring of Kerry
History
The Marshall Doran Collection in Belleek Castle
Why not take a step back through time and discover the fantastic history of the unique Castle through a guided tour and explore the Marshall Doran Collection of fossils and Medieval European Armour.
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9 Stylish Venues for your next Family Get-Together
Find the perfect venue for your next family get-together, birthday celebration, anniversary or reunion.
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Ditch the Car: 6 Hotels You Can Travel to by Train
6 Hotels you can travel to by train
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Soak up the Suds
Relax, unwind and float effortlessly in a calming and serene state, with these 7 Blissful Bathtubs from Ireland’s Blue Book.
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5 Blue Book Boltholes within 90 minutes of Dublin
5 Blue Book Boltholes within 90 minutes of Dublin that are perfect for your next break away
Activities
5 Hotels With Cosy Autumn Walks
5 Blue Book hotels that have walks for guests to enjoy the crisp autumnal air
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Connemara Dreamin’: 6 Things to do at Galway's Glenlo Abbey Hotel
We have put together 6 experiences to be enjoyed during your stay at Glenlo Abbey. For some, you won’t even have to leave the grounds of the hotel while, for others, adventure awaits a little further afield.
Gardens
Experience the ‘Celestial Vault’ at Liss Ard Estate
James Turrell Irish Sky Garden: Designed and constructed under the close observation of famed Artist, James Turrell, The Irish Sky Garden or Crater gives the viewer a totally unique opportunity to admire and enjoy the ‘celestial vault’. Turrell, considered the greatest American Land Art Artist, has turned the Crater into a massive naked – eye observatory. The sky is his studio.
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13 Rooms With a View
What could be better than waking up to one of these spectacular views?
Activities
3 Thrilling Daytrips from Carrig
Summer has arrived here in Carrig, and many of our guests are rediscovering Kerry. Whether you're visiting for the very first time or returning to create new memories, we hope our 3 favourite daytrips from Carrig Country House will help inspire your summer plans.
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6 Perfect Spots to Throw a Private House Party
Our top picks for truly exclusive venues in a grand country houses for special birthdays, family reunions or simply parties with friends.
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The Townhouse Suite at No.1 Pery Square, Limerick
Located on the top floor of No.1 is the Townhouse Suite, a generous and stylish suite complete with sweeping views of the city and the mountains of Clare, its own bar & dining area, comfy sofas and a large screen on which to watch all the latest movies.
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Here at Carrig Country House the outdoors has never felt so good, but the welcome is as warm as ever inside!
It is the start of a new season here in Carrig, we officially re-opened after lockdown on July 10th and it was wonderful to welcome back so many returning guests and to greet lots of first-time visitors to our country home.