In days gone by, tradition had it that for one full moon after a pair got married, they might drink mead, as superstition connected it with increased fertility. This is where the custom that's these days known as a honeymoon commenced. Bunratty Winery is located beside the classic Bunratty Castle, which goes back to the 1400s. The Winery makes Bunratty Mead, a wine which goes back to the time of the ancient Celts. It is created using a traditional local process. Bunratty is simply a 15 minute drive from Shannon Airport, making it a perfect excursion for the visitor.
Just in the center of Lahinch, a very pretty town on the coast of County Clare, is the long established Atlantic Hotel. From here, guests can walk out the door and go straight onto the mile long Blue Flag beach. Otherwise, if they walk just five minutes down the road they're going to find themselves at the Links Championship Golfing Course. This is a time-honoured seaside hotel, with hearty, mouth-watering food, entirely licensed bar and auto park. It is the best place to stay while experiencing all that Clare has to offer,eg the Burren, Cliffs of Moher and Aillwee Caves.
If old-style Irish music and friendliness is what you're looking for, you can do little better than the Auburn Lodge Hotel & Leisure Centre. This 3 star hotel, located in Ennis, County Clare, is also an attractive place to hold your wedding reception as it is enclosed by landscaped gardens. Meanwhile, the Brook Lodge Health & Fitness Club is fully equipped with a sauna, Jacuzzi, heated swimming pool with kid's playground and beauty spa. Professional trainers are also on hand to provide private attention for your health goals. On leaving the hotel, the Cliffs of Moher can be arrived at by coach in just 20 minutes. Bunratty and a host of golf courses are also nearby, while Shannon Global Airfield is only 15 km away.
The historic Ballinalacken Castle is good for a romantic getaway, as it oozes calm and sereniry. There's nothing better than a log fire to make you curl up close to your beloved while gazing out at the Cliffs of Moher and Aran Islands on the horizon. From the second that you step inside the door you'll feel comfortable, as the resident chef ( who has won a considerable number of awards ) will extend an invitation for you to sample his gastronome dishes. With so much in favour of this hotel, it's no surprise that many travel gurus have given it high praise.
Aran View House, in Doolin, County Clare, is in a old Georgian mansion which was constructed in the early 18th century. Set on 40.5 hectares of agricultural land, it's been owned by the Linnane family for a few centuries. This lends it a singular rustic ambience and charm. The hotel offers a range of guestrooms ( connected rooms for families are also available ) or self catering residences. All look out over the rough Clare shore, Atlantic Sea and Aran Islands. Doolin hamlet is merely a ten minute amble down the street, while Doolin Cavern is also close by.
Just in the center of Lahinch, a very pretty town on the coast of County Clare, is the long established Atlantic Hotel. From here, guests can walk out the door and go straight onto the mile long Blue Flag beach. Otherwise, if they walk just five minutes down the road they're going to find themselves at the Links Championship Golfing Course. This is a time-honoured seaside hotel, with hearty, mouth-watering food, entirely licensed bar and auto park. It is the best place to stay while experiencing all that Clare has to offer,eg the Burren, Cliffs of Moher and Aillwee Caves.
If old-style Irish music and friendliness is what you're looking for, you can do little better than the Auburn Lodge Hotel & Leisure Centre. This 3 star hotel, located in Ennis, County Clare, is also an attractive place to hold your wedding reception as it is enclosed by landscaped gardens. Meanwhile, the Brook Lodge Health & Fitness Club is fully equipped with a sauna, Jacuzzi, heated swimming pool with kid's playground and beauty spa. Professional trainers are also on hand to provide private attention for your health goals. On leaving the hotel, the Cliffs of Moher can be arrived at by coach in just 20 minutes. Bunratty and a host of golf courses are also nearby, while Shannon Global Airfield is only 15 km away.
The historic Ballinalacken Castle is good for a romantic getaway, as it oozes calm and sereniry. There's nothing better than a log fire to make you curl up close to your beloved while gazing out at the Cliffs of Moher and Aran Islands on the horizon. From the second that you step inside the door you'll feel comfortable, as the resident chef ( who has won a considerable number of awards ) will extend an invitation for you to sample his gastronome dishes. With so much in favour of this hotel, it's no surprise that many travel gurus have given it high praise.
Aran View House, in Doolin, County Clare, is in a old Georgian mansion which was constructed in the early 18th century. Set on 40.5 hectares of agricultural land, it's been owned by the Linnane family for a few centuries. This lends it a singular rustic ambience and charm. The hotel offers a range of guestrooms ( connected rooms for families are also available ) or self catering residences. All look out over the rough Clare shore, Atlantic Sea and Aran Islands. Doolin hamlet is merely a ten minute amble down the street, while Doolin Cavern is also close by.
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