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DESTINATIONGOLF. TRAVEL
LEINSTER
Featured Courses
PLATINUM
8 DRUIDS GLEN 10 CO. LOUTH( BALTRAY) 11 EUROPEAN CLUB 11 HEADFORT( NEW) 11 K CLUB( PALMER NORTH) 11 KILLEEN CASTLE 13 CARLOW 14 MT. JULIET
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Dramatic sunset at Lake Lough Tay or The Guinness Lake in County Wicklow.
Leinster is rich in historical landmarks. Kilkenny Castle, a stunning medieval
Throughout the year, Leinster hosts a variety of festivals and events that
fortress,
takes
you
back
in
time
celebrate
its
culture
and
heritage.
to
Ireland’ s
Norman
era.
The
Rock
The Dublin International Film Festival
of
Cashel,
perched
high
on
a
hill,
showcases
the
best
in
Irish
and
offers
breathtaking
views
and
an
international cinema. In Kilkenny, the
extensive
collection
of
ancient
Cat
Laughs
Comedy
Festival
brings
structures,
including
a
round
tower
laughter to the historic streets. The
and
Cormac’ s
Chapel.
Glendalough,
National
Ploughing
Championships,
nestled in the Wicklow Mountains, is a monastic settlement dating back to the 6th century, surrounded by pristine lakes
held in various locations in Leinster, draw crowds to celebrate Ireland’ s agricultural roots.
and hiking trails.
Leinster
boasts
an
array
of
Leinster’ s
landscape
is
diverse
and
accommodation options, from luxurious
captivating.
County
Wicklow,
often
hotels in the heart of Dublin to cozy
called the“ Garden of Ireland,” offer
bed-and-breakfasts
in
picturesque
opportunities
for
hiking,
mountain
villages. Thanks to its central location
biking, and exploring enchanting forests. The serene Wicklow Way is a longdistance walking trail that showcases the region’ s natural beauty. For those who prefer coastal views, the Copper
and well-connected transport network, exploring Leinster is convenient. Dublin Airport serves as a major gateway, while trains and buses link the province to the rest of Ireland.
Coast Geopark in County Waterford
provides an educational adventure with its geological wonders.
Tourism in Leinster offers a kaleidoscope of experiences, from the cosmopolitan
allure of Dublin to the tranquil beauty of its
Leinster’ s culinary scene is a reflection of Ireland’ s evolving food culture. In Dublin,
countryside. The province invites visitors to immerse themselves in Ireland’ s rich
you can savour traditional Irish dishes
history,
natural
wonders,
and
warm
like coddle and boxty while also exploring
hospitality. Whether you’ re interested
international
flavours
at
gourmet
in
exploring
ancient
castles,
hiking
restaurants.
Kilkenny’ s
Smithwick’ s
in pristine wilderness, or indulging in
Brewery offers tours to learn about Irish brewing traditions, and County Wicklow is known for its artisanal cheeses and locally produced craft beverages.
culinary delights, Leinster has something to offer every traveller, making it an essential stop on any journey through the Emerald Isle.
15 ESKER HILLS 15 TULLAMORE 15 MT WOLSELEY 15 RATHSALLAGH 16 POWERSCOURT( EAST) 17 POWERSCOURT( WEST) 18 THE HERITAGE 21 ROSSLARE LINKS 23 MACREDDIN 24 BUNCLODY 25 ARKLOW 26 CARTON( O’ MEARA) 26 CARTON( MONTGOMERIE) 26 NEW FOREST 26 MULLINGAR 27 BIRR 28 PALMERSTOWN HOUSE
SILVER
28 WOODBROOK 28 ROYAL CURRAGH 28 KNIGHTSBROOK 31 BLAINROE 32 BRAY 32 COURTOWN 32 MOYVALLEY 32 DRUIDS HEATH 33 WOODENBRIDGE 35 TULFARRIS 36 GREENORE 38 COOLLATTIN 38 WICKLOW 38 GOWRAN PARK 39 GLASSON 40 NAAS 40 LAYTOWN & BETTYSTOWN 40 DUNDALK 40 SEAPOINT 41 HEADFORT( OLD) 41 K CLUB( PALMER SOUTH) 41 PORTARLINGTON
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