Travel Information

To experience the “real” Ireland, one of the first things you need to do upon arriving at the airport is to hire a car. Unlike commercial tours, hiring a car gives you the freedom and flexibility to explore the country’s various historical and cultural attractions. Driving through Ireland is also very relaxing; you can savor the beautiful scenery, and take plenty of detours along your car travels to explore the particularly interesting landscapes. One of the best destinations of driving vacations in Ireland is the Burren region along the Southern shore of Galway Bay. Burren has some of the country’s best scenery and the well maintained roads make car travel as convenient as it is pleasant. And if your car travels take you through the Burren region, you may want to stay in the Ballyvaughan cottages. They are found in the centre of the village, within easy walking distance of the many traditional singing pubs and seafood restaurants. There is nothing like a pint of the Irish brew and a hearty meal of fresh fish from the nearby harbour to end the day’s adventure of car travel and sightseeing. The major tourist attractions, such as Corcomroe Abbey, the Ailwee Caves, the Portal Dolman and many other historical landmarks are a short car drive away. There are also many sandy beaches, also accessible by car travel. You can also participate in the craft and sporting activities in the area. All Cottages have a living/dining room with a television and open fire. They are equipped with a cooker, fridge, dishwasher, microwave and washer/dryer. You can choose between a three or four bedroom cottage, which can comfortably accomodoate 6 to 8 people. The village lies at the boundary of the Burren region, also making it a convenient location to stay during your car travels to Galway Bay. If you are planning to travel through Ireland by car, you can approach a number of car hire agencies within the airport before heading towards the region. The people at the car hire agency or at the hotel desk can assist you in planning your car travels and provide maps and brochures.