First Edition
The guide that gets you to the heart & soul of Ireland
'Upclose Ireland' is smart, fun, and informative. It gives you quirky never-obvious facts about major sights as well as the lowdown on the minor ones. It's in-the-know about what's going on. It reveals the essence of the Emerald Isle and helps you get the most Ireland for your travel dollar. In short, it's the best of all possible travel companions.
All the places to go, from Doolin to Donegal
- castles and gardens, crumbling abbeys and prehistoric ruins
- what to do on Bloomsday, Glendalough by moonlight
- Mountain walks, lough-side biking
- Where Yeats roamed and roistered
- Shopping for crystal, lace, sweaters, funky fashion
Tell-all reviews of small hotels, cozy b&bs
- Where to stay that's charming (and doesn't cost an arm and a leg)
- Fluffy-quilted hostels with sea views and snug kitchens
- Lace-curtain guest houses, Georgian town-house B&Bs (and which ones serve the tastiest bacon and brown bread in AM)
The buzz on restaurants, pubs, music
- Perfect pints and brainy chitchat: the best pubs in every town
- Where to find jazz and jukeboxes, hip-hop and traditional music
- Tea shops and cybercafes, best bets for sandwiches and pizza, fish-and-chippers and beyond
Practical info, great maps
- Airfare deals, how to get around
- Tips on travelling smart and losing the crowds
- Clear, easy-to-read maps
