Alexis Ferguson by Alexis Ferguson https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx en-us 2016-05-25 15:14:37 UTC 2026-03-03 16:31:11 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.storage.googleapis.com/portrait/rose_close.jpg                   Eire Travels aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/112544882 2016-05-25 15:34:45 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/112544882 Travel Destinations: aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113232715 All incoming and outgoing flights go through Dublin International Airport, and Cork Airport;
- Dublin
- Cork
- Cobh
- Killarney
- Killkenny
- Cliffs of Moher, Clare
- Limerick
- Athlone
- Waterford
- Wicklow
*All traveler's must be aware the motivation for Eire Travels is to explore the environment of Ireland, culture and to be adventuress. Many mountains and trails will be hiked so therefore be aware of physical activity.*]]> 2016-05-31 19:35:19 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113232715 aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113235143 Among its many mountains, farms and bodies of water, Ireland brings a warming sensation to anyone standing on its soil. The smell of salt water is right under your nose, cliffs made out of a lunar-like limestone with caves waiting to be explored. What's Ireland without a nightlife? In Leinster the cities of Dublin, Kilkenny, Wicklow and many other cities hold over half the population, sure to create a busy nightlife while you're not adventuring! Summer months want travelers out more at night, eating at cafes and lastly all the beautiful scenery that's bloomed. Although in the Autumn,  you'll enjoy kicking bronze-burnished leaves about, while spring sees nature kick into gear and flowers blossom. As for winter, a walk through a national park on a clear, frigid winter's day can mean seeing nature at its most impressive.]]> 2016-05-31 19:57:33 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113235143 Things to remember: aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113236922 - 5 hour time difference: 12PM in Canada/ 5pm Ireland
- 0.69 Euro's/ 1 dollar
- Unpredictable Weather
- Passport
- Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis, Measles, Mumps, Rubella,  and Polio should be reviewed and updated if necessary before traveling.
-Visa/Debit cards can be used at bank machines.
- Sunscreen (even in the winter)
- Sweaters
-Waterproof jacket and shoes
- Hiking boots
- Appropriate clothing for adventure and nightlife
-Fanny pack/ Small, safe purse in case of pick-pockets in major cities such as Limerick, Dublin and Cork]]> 2016-05-31 20:16:43 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113236922 Work Cited aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113239071 https://www.iamat.org/country/Ireland/risk/routine-immunizations?CFID=9279234&CFTOKEN=6ea523b1ca92af25-54FCA91E-CB66-ED46-252904E4044B547A
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https://crokepark.ie/home
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-17473476]]> 2016-05-31 20:38:53 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113239071 aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113257097 2016-06-01 00:44:25 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113257097 History of the Emerald Isles aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113257482 Around 4000 BC it is estimated that the first farmers arrived in Ireland. Farming marked the arrival of the new Stone Age. Around 300BC, Iron Age warriors known as the Celts came to Ireland from mainland Europe. The Celts had a huge influence on Ireland. Many famous Irish myths stem from stories about Celtic warriors. The current first official language of the Republic of Ireland, Irish or Gaelic comes from Celtic language. Some time later, the arrival of Saint Patrick and other Christian missionaries in the early to mid-5th century. Christianity took over the indigenous pagan religion by the year 600 AD. At the end of the 8th century and during the 9th century Vikings, which is now called Scandinavia, began to invade and then gradually settle into and mix with Irish society. The Vikings founded, Dublin, Ireland’s capital city in 988. Following the defeat of the Vikings by Brian Boru, the High King of Ireland, at Clontarf in 1014, Viking influence faded. Fast forward many years into the future where many things have changed. What followed is known as the war of independence which is when the Irish Republican Army – an army declared Irish Republic – waged a guerilla war against British forces from 1919 to 1921.  In December 1921 a treaty was signed by the Irish and British authorities. While a clear level of independence was finally granted to Ireland the contents of the treaty were to split Irish public and political opinion. One of the sources of division was that Ireland was to be divided into Northern Ireland which is made up of 6 citites and the Irish Free State made up of 26 cities was established in 1922. Finally establishing the state in the constitution as the Republic of Ireland in 1937.]]> 2016-06-01 00:47:40 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113257482 Airlines Used: aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113260038 Air Canada (Approx value of round trip 1 passenger: $960)
West Jet (Approx value of round trip 1 passenger: $1100)
Air Transat (Approx value of round trip 1 passenger: $900)]]> 2016-06-01 01:20:15 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113260038 aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113385689 Must See's
  • Cliffs of Moher not only is the salt water sticking to the bottom of your nose the 800ft cliffs will sure take your breathe away. Any person standing near the cliff has a chance to feel the wind pass by them as they let every worry go. A picture does this destination no justice, for anyone looking for the most beautiful view in Ireland the Cliffs of Moher should definitely be on your bucket list! 
Admission: Adults 6 Euros, Seniors 4 Euros, children 16 and under are free
  • Guinness Storehouse take a walk through St. James Gate into one of the oldest beer factories in history, not only will you learn the history of Guinness you will also get free samples, a lounge room, live music and bar, and the most famous gravity bar where every customer gets a free pint when they reach it. it doesn't matter why you're traveling to Ireland, the Guinness Storehouse is still a must see.
Admission: 
  • Killarney National Park is one of the biggest national parks in all of Ireland brings beauty to anyone who steps inside, through Eire travels tourists will have the lucky chance to travel with the Killarney horse and carriage rides where they will be brought throughout the whole park as well as learning some history about Killarney. Don't forget to take a look at how clean Ireland is!
Admission for horse and carriage: 
  • Blarney Stone visit one of the oldest castles with the biggest myths in history, if you hang over the castle and kiss the blarney stone you will have every amount of luck you need! any adventure type would love to hang over the edge of the castle and kiss the walls.
Admission: 
  • St. Patrick's Cathedral take a walk into one of the oldest cathedral's in Ireland, with puzzles, pictures and history written over everything its sure to bring new knowledge to any tourist.
Admission: 
  • Hike the Commloughra Horseshoe to view all of the magnificent beauty Killarney brings to Ireland, with mountains, water and history surrounded you any person interested in adventure will want to walk this 1038m trail.
Admission: 
  • Walk the Croke Park Stadium Roof to see above all of old Dublin, whilst walking on the roof of the second largest stadium in Ireland you're also getting a breathe of the fresh Ireland air along with its beauty. with the chance to participate in learning all the Gaelic games any adventure buff or scenic tourist will wish to view this sight. 
Admission: 
  • Last Port for the Titanic on the coast of Ireland in a small town named Cobh the Titanic picked up its last passengers and sailed off, in Cobh tourists will find tours, memorial statues and sights all in memory of the people who passed in the tragic accident.
Admission: 
  • Ring of Kerry with jaw dropping view of the Atlantic Ocean, islands to visit, beautiful mountains, and many villages this destination is sure to keep you intrigued and sight seeing for a few hours.
  • Rock of Cashel with buildings dating back to the 12th century the limestone tower, castle and cathedral are all still a main tourist attraction for anyone looking for some history and culture in Ireland. Also don't forget to look beyond the property at the beauty of the land of Cashel.
Admission: Adults 5.30 Euro, Seniors 3.70Euro, Students 2.10 Euro, Family 11.50 Euro
]]> 2016-06-01 20:16:01 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113385689 Finest Hotels across Dublin aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113390542
  • Temple Bar hotel with a five minute walk from Grafton Street downtown Dublin the Temple Bar is sure keep tourists stress free. Hotel includes swimming pool, sauna, steam room, and gym if over the age of 16.
Price: 229 Euro / per night
  • Wineport Lodge- whilst relaxing on a balcony with a view of the lake guests are sure to have a relaxing time. it could be the afternoon tea, lazy breakfast in bed the next morning, a chance to relax in the lake shore lounge or enjoy a leisurely stroll on the property.
Price: 219 Euro's / per night
  • Killmurry Lodge Hotel- includes a wonderful restaurant, bar and lounge, free wifi and free parking the employees at Killsmurry Lodge never fail to make guests feel at home. 
Price: $71 CA / per night
  • Hayfield Manor Hotel- with a 2-acre property and mature gardens it allows guests to take a stroll whenever they please. The two restaurants on the property offer a range of true Irish cuisine. This beautiful property makes guests think they are back in the late 1800's as they stay the night at Hayfield Manor.
Price: $179 CA / per night

*All hotels come with complimentary breakfast so tourists can get in their car right away!*

Along with many other accommodations all across the Republic of Ireland when you book with us!
]]> 2016-06-01 21:22:15 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113390542 Real Irish Meals aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113706859
  • Dolan's Pub: 4 Dock Road, Limerick, Ireland. Pub is known for international and Irish bands that specialize in Irish tradition and dancing, and traditional iris food and drinks.
  • Market Lane: 5-6 Oliver Plunkett Street, Cork, Ireland. 2-Floor restaurant with cocktail bar and mixture of European and Irish flavors, modernizing each customers meal.
  • The Old Storehouse: 3 Crown Alley, Dublin, Ireland. Irish Bar, live music, European and Irish food, with a friendly staff and cozy atmosphere, any customer is likely to feel at home.  
  • Reel Dingle Fish: Bridge Street, Dingle, Ireland. With an assortment of fresh fish caught fresh that morning any tourist is going to fall in love with Ireland's freshest fish and chips. 
    • ]]>     2016-06-05 15:02:28 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113706859     Transportation Offered- aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113707293 Taxi Fare per person: Approx. 5000 Euro's for 10 days.
    Enterprise Rent A Car: Approx. 540.40 Euro for 10 days.
    Public Transit: while in major cities public transit may be used, although unable to be used while traveling to different cities. Fare: 2.70-10 depending on destination.
    Coach Bus- Mannings Coaches: in groups over 20 Mannings coaches is sure to give you the best tour you need. With personal experience with Mannings Coaches tourists are sure to enjoy themselves on the bus as much as at destinations.
    Fare for week plus tours:
    $750.00

    ]]>     2016-06-05 15:14:16 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113707293     Cliffs of Moher aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113709590 Fun Fact: Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince had a scene filmed at this location.]]> 2016-06-05 16:10:01 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113709590                 Guinness Storehouse, Dublin aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113709845  Industrialized in 1880, making it one of the oldest dark beers in history, made from both barley and rye giving beer an extra flavour.]]> 2016-06-05 16:16:51 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113709845 Blarney Castle aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113710008 According to the legend, any person that kisses the blarney stone will be gifted with eloquence and persuasiveness.]]> 2016-06-05 16:21:16 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113710008 St. Patrick Cathedral aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113710191 2016-06-05 16:26:41 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113710191 Coomloughra Horseshoe, Killarney National Park aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113710284 2016-06-05 16:29:28 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113710284 Town of Cobh- Last port before Titanic aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113710518 (click picture to view better)]]> 2016-06-05 16:34:46 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113710518 Temple Bar Hotel- Standard     Room aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113855469 2016-06-06 20:58:24 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113855469 Wineport Lodge aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113855841 2016-06-06 21:02:42 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113855841 Killmurry Lodge Hotel aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113856087 2016-06-06 21:06:12 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113856087 Hayfield Manor Hotel aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113856346 2016-06-06 21:09:02 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113856346 Dolan's Pub and Restaurant  aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113856892 2016-06-06 21:15:07 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113856892 Market Lane aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113857074 2016-06-06 21:17:48 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113857074 Reel Dingle Fish aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113857567 2016-06-06 21:24:23 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113857567 The Old Storehouse aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113857935 2016-06-06 21:29:26 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113857935 Rocks of Cashel aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113858216 2016-06-06 21:32:52 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113858216 Killarney National Park aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113858376 2016-06-06 21:34:58 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113858376 aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113858688 2016-06-06 21:38:38 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113858688 aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113858887 2016-06-06 21:40:56 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113858887 aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113859035 2016-06-06 21:43:03 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/113859035 aemferguson99 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https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114160172 2016-06-09 03:09:27 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114160172 Ring of Kerry aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114160314 2016-06-09 03:12:50 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114160314 Ireland aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114646864 Capital: Dublin
    • Population 4.6 million
    • Area 70,182 sq km (27,097 sq miles)
    • Major languages English, Irish, Gaelic
    • Major religion Christianity
    • Life expectancy 78 years (men), 83 years (women)
    • Currency euro
    ]]>     2016-06-14 19:25:55 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114646864     A Brief History aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114647034 1801 - Kingdom of Ireland annexed to Great Britain under the Act of Union.

    1840s     - Great potato famine: Ireland's staple crop fails, starving a million people to death and forcing many more to flee abroad.

    1916     - Nationalists stage Easter Rising, seizing the General Post Office in Dublin and proclaiming an independent Irish republic. The rising is crushed by the British who execute its leaders. Irish public is outraged.

    1919     - Led by Eamonn De Valera, the nationalist movement Sinn Fein sets up a Dublin assembly, which again proclaims Irish independence. A guerrilla campaign by the Irish Republican Army, or IRA, against British forces begins with heavy casualties on both sides.

    1921     - Anglo-Irish Treaty establishes the Free State, an independent dominion of the British crown with full internal self-government rights, partitioned from Northern Ireland. Dissatisfaction with the treaty prompts the year-long Irish Civil War.

    1949     - Independence. Republic of Ireland and leaves British Commonwealth.

    1973     - Ireland joins the European Economic Community.

    Early 1980s     - Ireland faces severe economic problems, with rising debt and unemployment.

    Mid-1990s - mid-2000s     - Rapid economic growth earns Ireland reputation of "the Celtic Tiger".

    2008     - Global financial crisis hits Ireland hard. In 2010 it agrees a bailout with the EU and IMF.
    ]]>     2016-06-14 19:29:00 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114647034     Budget- per person aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114647248 Flight-
    $1600
    Manning's Coach buses- $750
    Total Hotels-
    approx. $1300
    Breakfast-
    $55 for 10 days
    Total: $4000 per person
    Additional destinations not included, depends on traveler.

    ]]>     2016-06-14 19:32:22 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114647248     Aviva Stadium aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114650844 Ireland 3's vs. Italy]]> 2016-06-14 20:23:46 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114650844 Blarney Castle- Blarney Stone aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114654215 2016-06-14 21:10:01 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114654215 aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114654648 2016-06-14 21:17:22 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114654648 Croke Park Stadium aemferguson99 https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114654816 Walking the roof with an overview of Old Dublin/ the South of Dublin]]> 2016-06-14 21:19:51 UTC https://padlet.com/aemferguson99/3ii51nkjzhgx/wish/114654816