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Ireland and Scotland planning
Posted on 10/21/18 at 9:03 am
Posted on 10/21/18 at 9:03 am
My wife and I are looking at planning a trip overseas to Ireland, Scotland or both for our 1yr anniversary. Still in the very early stages but thinking 10-14 days. From people who have been would this be enough time to explore both counteries or should we just stick to one?
We should have enough CC points between both of us to cover flights and possibly some rooms at hotel chains. Would you stay in a hotel chain or suggest more authentic style housing? Not looking to break the bank on room prices but not looking to be in a troubled area. Really need it as a place to lay our heads as we plan on exploring most of the day.
Also looking for places to eat and things to do. Going to have some golf mixed in there as well.
We should have enough CC points between both of us to cover flights and possibly some rooms at hotel chains. Would you stay in a hotel chain or suggest more authentic style housing? Not looking to break the bank on room prices but not looking to be in a troubled area. Really need it as a place to lay our heads as we plan on exploring most of the day.
Also looking for places to eat and things to do. Going to have some golf mixed in there as well.
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Posted on 10/21/18 at 9:29 am to lilyankems
I’d pick one rather than doing both, simply because I prefer a more relaxed pace and more time in one place rather than rushing about. Just returned from Scotland—some incredible, easily accessible scenery in a compact country...lots of outdoor opportunities. Air BnB or traditional B&Bs all over the place....
Posted on 10/21/18 at 10:31 am to hungryone
Hungryone--Any must see/do in Scotland based upon your recent trip? What cities did you stay out of?
Posted on 10/21/18 at 12:06 pm to lilyankems
I started and ended in Edinburgh due to airfare. Rented a car and drove in the direction of Ft William, through the southern Highlands....via Stirling, Tyndrum, etc along the A85, A84, and A82. The A82 up from Glasgow to Glen Coe is regularly rated as one of the best drives in the UK....incredibly scenic, from rolling hills to Rannoch Moor to the high mountains around Glen Coe. You can keep going north on the A82 all the way to Inverness, though we didn’t have enough time for that. If you like dramatic views, mountains, waterfalls, and uncrowded views, it’s hard to beat the Scottish highlands.
If you like to hike, hill-walk, or climb, Scotland’s an excellent choice. The website Walkhighlands.co.uk has fantastic maps organized by region, with detailed route maps, suggested hikes from various points on the map, and even hikers’ reports.
(Don’t get me wrong, Ireland is lovely as well, Cliffs of Moher, Giant’s Causeway, etc....but Scotland’s landscape packs a lot of drama in some pretty focused areas.)
If you like to hike, hill-walk, or climb, Scotland’s an excellent choice. The website Walkhighlands.co.uk has fantastic maps organized by region, with detailed route maps, suggested hikes from various points on the map, and even hikers’ reports.
(Don’t get me wrong, Ireland is lovely as well, Cliffs of Moher, Giant’s Causeway, etc....but Scotland’s landscape packs a lot of drama in some pretty focused areas.)
This post was edited on 10/21/18 at 7:47 pm
Posted on 10/21/18 at 5:03 pm to lilyankems
we just got back from ireland and scotland. we saw all the hi-lites in 3 weeks plus. edinburgh for 4 nites; kenmore, scotland for 2; inverness for 2; oban for 2; sterling for 1; st andrews for 1. in ireland we stayed in dingle, doolin for 2 nites each; kenmare for 1; mohill for 1 and dublin for remainder. i think it would be hard to see both countries hilites for any less time. dublin and edinburgh need a minimum of 4 nites each. we mostly ate pub food and it was satisfying especially with the live music. we took a day trip to northern ireland and it was picturesque—-game of thrones tour. get rick steves guide books. He usually is spot on with his suggestions.
Posted on 10/21/18 at 9:07 pm to lilyankems
Did both last year and you can’t go wrong. Tell me a bit about what you both like to do and I can provide my thoughts. Those two trips were some of the best weeks of my life.
ETA- here was my one week plan from 2017
(955-940am)
• May 3rd
o Arrive in Dublin at 940am
o Hertz rental car for entire trip
o Drive to Newgrange( 45-60 minutes)
? LINK /
? Newgrange is a Stone Age (Neolithic) monument in the Boyne Valley, County Meath, it is the jewel in the crown of Ireland's Ancient East. Newgrange was constructed about 5,200 years ago (3,200 B.C.) which makes it older than Stonehenge and the Great Pyramids of Giza. Newgrange is a large circular mound 85 meters (93 yards) in diameter and 13.5 meters (15 yards) high with a 19 meter (21 yard) stone passageway and chambers inside. The mound is ringed by 97 large kerbstones, some of which are engraved with symbols called megalithic art.
o Drive to Westin Dublin - LINK /
o Dinner at 530pm at The Larder (recommended low key place to eat by concierge at the Westin) - LINK /
• May 4th Dublin
o Whatever TBD
o Dinner at Patrick Guilbaud- LINK /
? Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud has been a centre of fine dining in Dublin for the last thirty-three years and is Ireland’s only two star Michelin. Situated beside the 5 star Merrion Hotel in Dublin city centre, the cuisine is contemporary Irish with classical roots. Having featured in everything from the Irish Times to the New York Times, it is renowned as one of the best restaurants in Ireland and is also internationally acclaimed. The RPG philosophy is simple: it is about delivering impeccable dining experiences. We look forward to welcoming you.
• May 5th Drive from Dublin to Galway
o Drive is approximately 2.5 hours
o Stop along the way at Clonmacnoise
? LINK /
? An Early Christian site founded by St. Ciarán in the mid-6th century on the eastern bank of the River Shannon. The site includes the ruins of a cathedral, seven churches (10th -13th century), two round towers, three high crosses and the largest collection of Early Christian graveslabs in Western Europe. The original high crosses and a selection of graveslabs are on display in the visitor centre.
o Check in to Salthill Hotel- LINK /
o Dinner TBD (I think)
• May 6th Drive from Galway to Kilarney
o Drive is approximately 3 hours
o Drive to Cliffs of Moher - LINK /
? The Cliffs of Moher are located at the southwestern edge of the Burren region in County Clare, Ireland. They rise 390 ft above the Atlantic Ocean at Hag's Head, and, eight kilometres to the north, reach their maximum height of 702 ft just north of O'Brien's Tower, which is a round stone tower near the midpoint of the cliffs that was built in 1835 by Sir Cornelius O'Brien. From the cliffs, and from atop the tower, visitors can see the Aran Islands in Galway Bay, the Maumturks and Twelve Pins mountain ranges to the north in County Galway, and Loop Head to the south. The cliffs rank amongst the most visited tourist sites in Ireland and receive approximately one million visitors a year.
o Check into Lake Hotel- LINK /
o Dinner TBD
• May 7th Kilarney
o Gap of Dunloe- LINK /
? The pass is located between MacGillycuddy's Reeks (west) and Purple Mountain (east) in County Kerry, Ireland. It is about 11 km (6.8 mi) from north to south. Within it are five lakes: Coosaun Lough, Black Lake, Cushnavally Lake, Auger Lake, and Black Lough (north to south). These lakes are connected by the River Loe. Between the first two lakes is an old arch bridge called the 'Wishing Bridge' so named because it is said that wishes made while upon it are destined to come true.
o Dinner TBD
• May 8th Drive from Kilarney to Waterford
o Drive is approximately 3 hours
o Sights TBD
o Check in to Waterford Castle- LINK /
o Dinner at Munster Room at Waterford Castle- LINK
• May 9th Drive from Waterford to Dublin
o Drive is approximately 2 hours
o Sights TBD
o Check in to Marriott Shelbourne Hotel- LINK /
o Dinner-
? LINK /
• May 10th Fly Home
ETA- here was my one week plan from 2017
(955-940am)
• May 3rd
o Arrive in Dublin at 940am
o Hertz rental car for entire trip
o Drive to Newgrange( 45-60 minutes)
? LINK /
? Newgrange is a Stone Age (Neolithic) monument in the Boyne Valley, County Meath, it is the jewel in the crown of Ireland's Ancient East. Newgrange was constructed about 5,200 years ago (3,200 B.C.) which makes it older than Stonehenge and the Great Pyramids of Giza. Newgrange is a large circular mound 85 meters (93 yards) in diameter and 13.5 meters (15 yards) high with a 19 meter (21 yard) stone passageway and chambers inside. The mound is ringed by 97 large kerbstones, some of which are engraved with symbols called megalithic art.
o Drive to Westin Dublin - LINK /
o Dinner at 530pm at The Larder (recommended low key place to eat by concierge at the Westin) - LINK /
• May 4th Dublin
o Whatever TBD
o Dinner at Patrick Guilbaud- LINK /
? Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud has been a centre of fine dining in Dublin for the last thirty-three years and is Ireland’s only two star Michelin. Situated beside the 5 star Merrion Hotel in Dublin city centre, the cuisine is contemporary Irish with classical roots. Having featured in everything from the Irish Times to the New York Times, it is renowned as one of the best restaurants in Ireland and is also internationally acclaimed. The RPG philosophy is simple: it is about delivering impeccable dining experiences. We look forward to welcoming you.
• May 5th Drive from Dublin to Galway
o Drive is approximately 2.5 hours
o Stop along the way at Clonmacnoise
? LINK /
? An Early Christian site founded by St. Ciarán in the mid-6th century on the eastern bank of the River Shannon. The site includes the ruins of a cathedral, seven churches (10th -13th century), two round towers, three high crosses and the largest collection of Early Christian graveslabs in Western Europe. The original high crosses and a selection of graveslabs are on display in the visitor centre.
o Check in to Salthill Hotel- LINK /
o Dinner TBD (I think)
• May 6th Drive from Galway to Kilarney
o Drive is approximately 3 hours
o Drive to Cliffs of Moher - LINK /
? The Cliffs of Moher are located at the southwestern edge of the Burren region in County Clare, Ireland. They rise 390 ft above the Atlantic Ocean at Hag's Head, and, eight kilometres to the north, reach their maximum height of 702 ft just north of O'Brien's Tower, which is a round stone tower near the midpoint of the cliffs that was built in 1835 by Sir Cornelius O'Brien. From the cliffs, and from atop the tower, visitors can see the Aran Islands in Galway Bay, the Maumturks and Twelve Pins mountain ranges to the north in County Galway, and Loop Head to the south. The cliffs rank amongst the most visited tourist sites in Ireland and receive approximately one million visitors a year.
o Check into Lake Hotel- LINK /
o Dinner TBD
• May 7th Kilarney
o Gap of Dunloe- LINK /
? The pass is located between MacGillycuddy's Reeks (west) and Purple Mountain (east) in County Kerry, Ireland. It is about 11 km (6.8 mi) from north to south. Within it are five lakes: Coosaun Lough, Black Lake, Cushnavally Lake, Auger Lake, and Black Lough (north to south). These lakes are connected by the River Loe. Between the first two lakes is an old arch bridge called the 'Wishing Bridge' so named because it is said that wishes made while upon it are destined to come true.
o Dinner TBD
• May 8th Drive from Kilarney to Waterford
o Drive is approximately 3 hours
o Sights TBD
o Check in to Waterford Castle- LINK /
o Dinner at Munster Room at Waterford Castle- LINK
• May 9th Drive from Waterford to Dublin
o Drive is approximately 2 hours
o Sights TBD
o Check in to Marriott Shelbourne Hotel- LINK /
o Dinner-
? LINK /
• May 10th Fly Home
This post was edited on 10/21/18 at 9:10 pm
Posted on 10/22/18 at 11:12 am to CaptainJ47
As a note from experience Ireland (along with Jamaica and Isreal) are exempted by Visa and MC regarding rental car ins.coverage.
Posted on 10/22/18 at 9:55 pm to lilyankems
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Ireland and Scotland planning
quote:Ireland OR Scotland
10-14 days
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