Ritu Sengupta suggests a short vacation to Ireland is all you need for fond travel memories of a lifetime.
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| Green Verdant hillside |
Ireland has been my dream destination or rather I would say a fantasy land that I wished to visit. A two weeks’ vacation to this pristine European nation was just what the wanderlust in me craved.
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| County Kerry's Dingle Peninsula is one of the most beautiful regions of Ireland |
Ireland is home to shimmering golden beaches,
beautiful sheer cliffs, undeniable medieval culture, cheery cities, green
verdant hillsides, leprechauns, pots of gold, lucky charms, hearty food and
ancient castles. These sights instantly remind you of movies such as P.S I Love You and
The Leap Year.
It is surely a paradise for hikers, outdoor and
water sport enthusiasts. Also, music seems to run in the blood of the Irish. Being
a music lover, one of the things that endeared me to this place is the buzzing
music scene that runs through the day and night. Your visit to Irish pubs to enjoy
Irish folk music is highly recommended when in Ireland.
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| The splendid Trinity College Library |
My memorable two weeks’ vacation began from the
capital city of Ireland, Dublin. We started with exploring the famous Trinity
College, discovering the huge and magnificent Trinity College Library that has
one of the most impressive collection in Europe. This was followed by seeking
solace in Dublin’s famous Temple Bar and savouring my favourite Irish Baileys
followed by relishing the scrumptious Irish smoked salmon and smoked trout
platter.
The next few days were spent exploring The Guinness
brewery and places like Killarney, Dingle, Ballybunion, Cork and Galway in
County Kerry. I was awestruck by the unceasing beauty of this country and I say
that because I was flabbergasted at how every aspect of the little Irish towns
were worthy of a click.
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| River Liffey in Dublin |
Apart from the scenic landscapes, what makes the
country actually beautiful are the amazing locals you will meet here. Having
stayed with an Irish family I can guarantee that the Irish are some of the
friendliest, warmest, and most outgoing people I have ever met. Accommodation
is extremely feasible here. I would suggest to try Airbnb, which has shared
rooms for as low as 10-16 EUR per night and entire homes averaging about 40-50
EUR a night.
I was also lucky enough to experience a day at the
horse races and a special mention to the Irish jockeys I was drooling over.
Racing is a sport, and one at which Ireland excels which is also a wonderful
social occasion and a very special 'slice of Irish life'.
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| Horse Race at Galway |
Each and every part of the trip is cherished. From the hospitality I was constantly shown, the right weather, the first spectacular view of the Atlantic Ocean, the hearty laugh, the banter in the bars and the thick Irish accent I attempted to understand. Actually the country’s small geographical size makes it easy to explore regardless of the length of your trip.
The summer months are considered high season for
visitors to enjoy the long sunny evenings, parks in full bloom and make merry
in the traditional Irish pubs. I absolutely love this country for the
indefinable bond I have with it. It’s a magical land full of wonder, history and
great legends and I recommend you must visit it once.
It’s absolutely
phenomenal!!
Quick Travel Tips
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Colourful cottages at Cork
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Ritu Sengupta is a PR professional from Delhi. A travel enthusiast, she is easily moved by witty conversation, good food and kindness
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