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Ireland is a wonderfully exciting country that is ripe for discovery with a rental car. It is a country with a rich fascinating history. Ireland is sometimes known as the emerald isle or the land of a thousand welcomes (cead mile failte)

In Ireland you will find fantastic golf courses, lush green countryside, picturesque villages and wonderful hospitality. The number of tourists coming to Ireland has increased rapidly over the years as word spreads about the wonderful times to be had.

There are four main airports in Ireland. Most visitors will arrive at Dublin Airport while others land at Shannon Airport, Cork Airport or Knock Airport. If you arrive at Dublin Airport you may be interested in a Dublin Airport car hire service in order to get about and see as many sights as possible.

The National Museum of Ireland in Dublin is a must visit for those with a keen interest in history. Here you will find old relics of Irish history from times long gone. Kilmanham jail in Dublin has played a major part in Ireland’s history. Many Irishmen involved in Irelands war of independence and civil war were detained and sentenced to death here. Tours are available here as well as Dublin castle.

Cork, sometimes known as the People’s Republic or the rebel county is situated in the south of Ireland. On arrival at Cork Airport, you may take up the option of a Cork Airport car hire. There is no shortage of things to do while in Cork.

Blarney Castle, the Cork City Gaol and Cork Butter Museum are well worth a stop as are the Ballincollig Gunpowder Mills. Many tourists visit the Blarney stone in order to kiss it. It is believed this will give you the “gift of the gab” (make you silver tongued). Hop in your rental car and head for Fota Wildlife park which is a great day out for the whole family.

Cork is the second biggest city in Ireland and the largest county in Ireland.