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The visit to Ashford Castle was incredible! I felt like royalty. Everyday brought new experiences, both expected and unexpected. The exhibit surrounding the Book of ...

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We missed a few places that I was looking forward to seeing.

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We were pleased with the pace and timing allotted to our daily stops and destinations, and the variety of activities included (carriage ride, ferry crossing, morni...

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Irish Elegance A superb tour…beautifully crafted to see all the highlights and experience will not disappoint! Simon our tour director was brilliant, funny, incredib...

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It is a good sample of Ireland and gives you a cross-reference of the Irish people and the landscape. The tour stops at very interesting locations and is well worth ...

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Do your research and ask questions. Homestays can be a wonderful insight into local life, but occasionally hotels are falsely advertised as "home stays".
Be a courteous guest. Tidy up after yourself, and look out for house rules, such as taking your shoes off before entering. Your host should enjoy having you as much as you enjoy staying there!
Stretch beyond your comfort zone! You may encounter squat toilets, cold showers and strange new foods, but it's all part of the experience. And who knows, you may find you have a taste for boiled frog or fried crickets.
Spend time with your hosts. A homestay is more than simply renting a room - it is a chance to get involved with a family's way of life. And don't forget that the reason many people agree to host is to learn about your culture, too.

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