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Islay and Jura

Islay

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Kennacraig - Port Ellen/Port Askaig

Islay can be reached by ferry from Kennacraig, on the Kintyre Peninsula, making it a great place to visit .

Once the headquarters of the Lord of the Isles, Islay is the most southerly of the Hebrides and is known for it's rich and colourful landscape that has been shaped by natural forces and human influence spanning thousands of years.

The farmland, woodland and peatland set below the sweeping hills support a wide variety of wildlife from many bird species, including the rare corncrake. Each autumn the island witnesses clouds of geese arriving to winter on the mild pastures, with Loch Gruinart in the north as the island’s main reserve.

Islay is popular with whisky enthusiasts all over the world as it is the only Scottish Island where you will find seven whisky distilleries. Each one has its own process and unique appeal which makes them well worth a visit. More information on whisky distilleries can be found on our Whisky Hopscotch page.

The Isle of Jura, where George Orwell wrote his famous novel “1984”, can be accessed by ferry, run by Argyll & Bute Council, from Port Askaig on Islay.

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Irish Cottage Rentals or Irish Castle, Vacation Villas

Enjoy the freedom of your own personal Ireland cottage, manor house or castle in Ireland. We have cozy whitewashed houses that sleep two, up to grand baronial ones that sleep 18. Irish cottages and castles, private manor homes, Ireland cottages and vacation villas, thatched homes, Irish house rentals. Perfect for a honeymoon, summer-long getaway, or family vacation. You have the whole house, castle, cottage, or lodge in Ireland to yourselves. Our elegant Irish country houses and castles are scattered throughout the countryside, decorated to reflect the individual tastes of the owners. Our Irish vacation rentals may also be rented for a Christmas vacation, a family reunion or at any time of the year. Ellen McNulty is President of www.lynotttours.com >

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International Year of the Potato 2008

This world-wide celebration is aimed at raising awareness of the importance of the potato - and of agriculture in general - in addressing issues of global concern, including hunger, poverty and threats to the environment. It is also an opportunity to raise awareness at a national level of the benefits of potato in the Irish diet. Ireland’s involvement includes both an international and a national dimension. through a series of activities held throughout the year.

Ellen McNulty is President of www.lynotttours.com

You may choose from the best Irish B&B's, hotels, guesthouses, inns in Ireland, unusual manors and even the most elegant Irish castles to form your perfect vacation! We have 3 star relaxed castles to 5 star elegant ones.

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Northern Experience

Northern Experience 8 Day First Class Escorted Tour - small group tour to Northern IrelandEllen McNulty is President of www.lynotttours.com >

Travel on a private guided tour along the shores of the tour of the northern half of Ireland - coasts and green, gentle slopes. Part of the fun of travel is finding new and unique areas to visit, and there are many different alternatives here. See remarkable natural formations, impressive round towers on Devenish Island, and authentic Irish heritage sites. It’s a journey not to be hurried. Every twist and turn in the road will reveal new sights, well placed stopping points, offering uninterrupted views to Scotland on one side and tall limestone cliffs dissected by beautiful glens on the other.

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Need ideas for your custom Ireland tour?

Customized Vacations If you don't see a departure date that you want, we can do a special one for you. We can operate this tour exclusively for you in a minibus, with an expert driver/guide. We can also modify the itinerary to suit your group's needs.

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