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Ireland | Feb 12 - Feb 20, 2025

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Suzanne C.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Feb 21, 2025

Cathy did an amazing job delivering a wonderful international trip to Ireland. She was very responsive and chose wonderful activities the whole family could enjoy. We especially love the Falconry visit with Mark.

Hotel Reviews
Ashling Hotel Dublin
Dublin

They would not let us check in a minute before 3PM. The train was steps out front of the door, it was a bit unnerving with kids. Would not recommend with children. It was clean, and well kept otherwise not a lot of amenities.

Authenticity & Character
Clean
Location
It was tricky for taxi drivers, as it was on train track
Staff
Not friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
comfortable Beds & Bedding
Mount Juliet Estate
Thomastown

Beautiful property, clean and well appointed. Swimming facility was very nice, and room was comfortable. Lots of activities to spend time on. We wish we had booked more days here!

Authenticity & Character
Well decorated, and curated spaces that were inspiring
Location
Beautiful grounds, and golf course
Staff
All lovely
Cleanliness & Comfort
Great bedding!
The Kingsley Hotel
Cork

This hotel smelled of B.O upon entering. The staff seemed overwhelmed, it was extremley busy. I would not return to this property.

Authenticity & Character
Worn out
Location
Did not enjoy this location
Staff
Staff was courteous, overwhelmed by crowds
Cleanliness & Comfort
Property was worn, and not as clean as I would like
Gleneagles Hotel

Great location, this hotel was hard as a family. Had to get 2 rooms, and we had to wait until 3pm until check in. It was very busy with a conference.

Authenticity & Character
Standard Hotel- Great soup!
Location
Location was great, outside of town, but close enough.
Staff
Nothing to note.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel was clean enough, not a lot of food options. Reservations required for dinner.
The Galmont Hotel & Spa
Galway

This hotel was mediocre, the staff was nice and the room was clean.

Authenticity & Character
Nice entry and glass elevator was impressive
Location
Hard to understand layout with the location of the pool. The family exited the hotel to get to the pool, although there was access down an out of the way hallway
Staff
Staff was friendly, could use a location map upon entry.
Cleanliness & Comfort
It was clean
Clontarf Castle Hotel
Dublin

This is a special property, we enjoyed getting to stay here

Authenticity & Character
Amazing story and Castle integration was lovely
Location
convenient to Dublin city and airport
Staff
Friendly and welcoming
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nice bedding, and clean room
Activity Reviews
House of Waterford
House of Waterford
Ireland

Did not keep the kids interest. The factory tour was interesting, just not for children.

Falconry Adventures
Falconry Adventures
Killarney

Wonderful excursion! Mark was fantastic with kids, highly recommend

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hard to find, although a sign was posted, the Google map took us to a house 2 houses away.
Kilkenny Castle
Kilkenny Castle
Kilkenny

Best castle tour in Ireland. Self guided, but you really get to see the scope and scale of castle life. Would recommend.

The Leprechaun museum
The Leprechaun museum
Dublin

It was freezing, and a story telling museum. Would not recommend

Self-Guided Guinness Storehouse Experience
Self-Guided Guinness Storehouse Experience
Dublin

Great tour! No room at the top. After 7 stories you want to take a seat, it is not possible. The cool view made up for it, but wish there was more seating at the top.

Celtic Night Show & Dinner
Celtic Night Show & Dinner
Dublin

Dinner was at 7pm with show 8-10pm. I saw people coming in later than 7PM, I wish we would've eaten during the performance. Kids were tired by 9:30 and we left early. Also our seat was poor, with a pole in the middle of the view. I can't tell how to get a better seat. It looked like tables of 4 got terrible views. Great music, and show, would recommend.

Irish National Stud Tickets & Irish Racehorse Experience
Irish National Stud Tickets & Irish Racehorse Experience
Ireland

This is 1 activity that I would have skipped. The ipad tour was frustrating for my 8 yr old. The horse race ending was cool, but not worth the time or cost. It was freezing and raining, so we did not get to enjoy the grounds.

Visit Blarney castle and kiss the stone
Visit Blarney castle and kiss the stone
Ireland

Great experience for the family. Great gift shop

Killarney National Park Jaunt - From Park to Castle
Killarney National Park Jaunt - From Park to Castle
Ireland

Wonderful experience. It was cold, but blankets were provided.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
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