Cobh pronounced as cove. The town of Cobh stands in the largest island in Cork Harbor. The island has a history which dates back to pre-Christian times but the town itself is comparatively new, dating from the 17th century. Cobh’s varied history includes a reputation as a health and seaside resort. Famous for its colourful exteriors Cobh was the last port of call for the Titanic on its first and last voyage. It is also renowned as the main departure point for the many emigrants of the great famine of 1846 – 1848 whose story is told in The Queenstown Story Heritage Centre.

Blarney or Bhlarna in Irish meaning the little field is a town located north -west of Cork City Centre and is the site of 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.