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COUNTY WICKLOW DUBLIN & COUNTRYSIDE ooooo ooooo THE RITZ-CARLTON POWERSCOURT, COUNTY WICKLOW Set amidst one of the most scenic and historic estates in the country is The RitzCarlton Powerscourt, a 200-room resort showcasing Palladian-style architecture and offering guests a host of amenities. Two 18-hole championship-calibre golf courses, a 30,000-square foot luxury spa by ESPA, and the beautiful Powers Court Gardens are among this luxury hotel's distinctive attractions. Savor the selection of the many fine dining options available at The Ritz-Carlton Powerscourt, including a Gordon Ramsay signature restaurant serving well-loved classic dishes with a modern twist, all using the finest local produce combined with excellent service. THE SHELBOURNE DUBLIN, A RENAISSANCE HOTEL The Shelbourne is a luxury hotel located in Dublin city center overlooking St. Stephen's Green, one of Europe's grandest garden squares. Ideally situated close to Dublin's cultural and historic buildings, The Shelbourne offers a great location, from where you can visit the majestic St. Patrick's Cathedral and Trinity College. Explore shops on Grafton Street or visit the Guinness Storehouse. Enjoy a cocktail or Ireland's own Guinness at the renowned Horseshoe Bar. Celebrate life at the Oyster Bar, or a prime-cut steak at The Saddle Room Restaurant. LIMERICK GALWAY WATERFORD RADISSON BLU HOTEL & SPA, LIMERICK ooooH oooo oooo The Radisson Blu Hotel is ideally located on the border of Counties Clare and Limerick, on 20 acres of landscaped gardens. It features 154 spacious and superbly appointed rooms with garden or mountain views, award-winning Irish and international cuisine, and the Rain Spa with state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor swimming pool, outdoor Canadian hot tub, thermal suite and luxury spa treatments. ABBEYGLEN CASTLE Built in 1832, Abbeyglen is renowned for its romantic setting, stylish accommodations and quality of its cuisine. From its commanding position overlooking the village of Clifden - at the head of a magnificent bay against the mountainous backdrop of the "Twelve Bens" – it provides the ideal base for touring Connemara, one of the loveliest parts of Ireland, blessed with a natural beauty. ATHENAEUM HOUSE HOTEL This beautifully restored 17th-century Georgian House set on the vein of a country escape, overlooks the twinkling lights of Waterford City. It offers a great location to indulge in shopping, golf, horse riding and a visit to the famous House of Waterford Crystal Factory and Showrooms. Each bedroom is uniquely named after a distinguished writer, artist, inventor or musician. Zacs restaurant offers an eclectic mix of Irish and Continental cuisine in a relaxing setting. Dublin and Countryside 25