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Travel Guide Ireland
Beautiful Ireland is an island perfectly suited to driving a rental car. The diverse landscape that it offers its visitors is unmatched in its beauty by anywhere else on earth, and couple that with exciting cities, friendly towns and great overall ambience and you have the vacation of a lifetime even though the weather can be wet.The island is divided into Northern Island in the North and the Republic of Ireland in the south, with Belfast and Dublin as their respective capitals. Both of these cities offer up endless great activities and experiences for visitors including discovering the countries rich history.
Despite the images of violence that are often conjured when Belfast comes to mind, this is a fantastic, friendly and now safe city that is enjoyed by all who visit. The second largest city in Ireland, it is the political, commercial and cultural hub of Northern Ireland. This thriving city has a great arts scene, and many famous writers have found their inspiration here. A high student population ensure that there is never a dull moment, and the pubs that are scattered throughout the city are all great.
Dublin is the largest of Ireland's cities, and is full of excitement 24 hours a day. Over 35% of all Ireland's citizens live within 69 miles of this city, making it the busiest place in the country. Dublin is renowned for the literary giants it has spawned, including Yeats, Joyce, Wilde and Swift. The famed Book of Kells can be seen at Trinity College, and there is always the wild pub scene at Temple Bar to get you going at night.
The cities aren't the only exciting thing about Ireland, and having the freedom of a hired car will allow you to see some of the most spectacular sights the island has to offer. Giant's Causeway on the Northern tip of Ireland is well worth the trip, and this out of world natural formation is considered by many to be the 8th Wonder of the World. The Burren and the Cliffs of Moher are two other beautifully-weird sights that should not be missed. The Rock of Cashel is an area packed with fascinating history, and the beautiful Aran Islands provide a great trip out onto the sea. For more information why not check out our guide to top Ireland travel sites.