Cork City also known as Corcaigh in Irish meaning marsh is the second largest city in the Republic of Ireland.  Cork city is built upon water, and the city centre is built on an island in the River Lee, just upstream of Cork Harbour. The two channels of the River Lee which embrace the city centre are spanned by many bridges, and this gives the city a distinctive continental air. Exploring Cork is an enjoyable pursuit.  You will discover unique shopping on streets such as Patrick Street and Opera Lane as well as dining options and of course the famous English Market, with its stalls selling foods from all over the world. Stop off at City Hall, and St. Finbarr’s Cathedral some of Cork’s more historical sites.  Cork City also known as Corcaigh in Irish meaning marsh is the second largest city in the Republic of Ireland.  Cork city is built upon water, and the city centre is built on an island in the River Lee, just upstream of Cork Harbour. The two channels of the River Lee which embrace the city centre are spanned by many bridges, and this gives the city a distinctive continental air. Exploring Cork is an enjoyable pursuit.  You will discover unique shopping on streets such as Patrick Street and Opera Lane as well as dining options and of course the famous English Market, with its stalls selling foods from all over the world. Stop off at City Hall, and St. Finbarr’s Cathedral some of Cork’s more historical sites.

Blarney or Bhlarna in Irish meaning the little field is a town located north -west of Cork City Centre and is the site of the Blarney Castle. This is one of the great historical sites of Ireland.  On site you will see the Blarney Stone. There is an old Irish tale that by kissing the stone you will receive the “Gift of the Gab” meaning the gift of eloquence, skill or persuasion. You will also come across the famous Blarney Woollen Mills which is an Irish store housed in one of Ireland’s oldest and most authentic Irish Woollen Mills. The Woollen Mills is owned and run by the Christy family.