"The hospitality of an Irishman... springs like all his qualities& directly from the heart." So said Daniel O'Connell, whose beautiful estate is part of the walk over the mystical Ring of Kerry. Ireland's past is present in Iron Age forts, Celtic churches and the mysteriously carved Ogham Stone. The Irish celebrate this land of emerald hills, woodlands, lakes and sea with annual walking festivals. When not blazing these stunning trails, visitors can fish, ride, sail and surf. Revel in Irish music, be it a rousing rebel song or a lyrical harp. Irish spirit and spirits prevail in convivial pubs and countryside where you hear the lilt of Irish laughter and the old Gaelic language Caed Mille Failte A Hundred Thousand Welcomes!

Friendly and full of surprises, the southwestern counties of Kerry and Cork are a cyclist's paradise. Here, we revel in life's simple pleasures... dramatic landscapes, historic sights, and stunning coastal routes.