Dear Friends,
Thank you for your interest in the Enchanting Ireland tour, August 12 - 21, 2015. This fabulous tour will be
hosted by Bill Walker, Retired Television Anchor.
You'll appreciate these included Holiday Vacations Extra Value Features:
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Roundtrip airfare from Charlotte to Dublin
Excellent hotel accommodations featuring overnight stays near Dublin and in Galway, Limerick, Killarney
and Kilkenny
Ireland Highlights including the traditional Irish village of Adare, jaunting cart ride in Killarney and
Blarney Castle
Intriguing attractions and experiences including a guided tour of Dublin, Clonmacnoise monastic ruins
and Kylemore Abbey
14 included meals featuring a medieval banquet
A professional Holiday Vacations Tour Director who will accompany you throughout the tour
Expert European Driver/Guides for our tours and sightseeing
Guaranteed prices upon receipt of your deposit
$100 Travel Voucher for use on a future Holiday Vacations tour
There's no better way to experience the Emerald Isle than with Holiday Vacations. Our 42 years of experience
and dedication to personalized service will assure you that this 10-day tour will exceed your expectations.
Holiday Vacations' inclusive attractions, sightseeing, many meals and all accommodations as listed in our tour
itineraries offer our guests extraordinary value.
Due to the tremendous interest, we anticipate this tour to sell out quickly - book today! A risk-free deposit of
only $200 will reserve your space and is fully refundable prior to final payment date.
We look forward to having you travel with us!
Sincerely,
Courtney Nelson
Tour Consultant Manager
Holiday Vacations
Enchanting
1-800-826-2266
10 days | All a ir fa r e included!
Ireland
August 12 - 21, 2015
with host Bill Walker,
Retired Television Anchor
local departur e • Low Deposit • Guar a nteed Prices
bill & Eva Wa lk er
Bill Walker retired in 2005 from
WSOC-TV in Charlotte after more than
three decades behind the anchor desk.
He ended his career as the longestrunning news anchor in Charlotte
television, dominant in local TV ratings
for 15 years.
Bill and his wife Eva are enthusiastic
travelers. Bill’s work took them to
England and Germany. Reporting
assignments also sent him to Egypt
and Japan. Together, they have traveled
extensively in Italy, Spain and France.
“We just love meeting new people and
learning about other cultures,” Bill says.
“Curiosity is the best virtue for any
reporter and I have always been curious
about the world.”
Seeing the world was a dream for both
of them. Bill and Eva are natives of North
Carolina. They graduated from the
University of North Carolina at Chapel
Hill. He is from a small town. Eva grew
up on her family farm. They met in the
seventh grade.
Between trips they relax with friends
at home in Charlotte or at Eva’s 1832
family home in Pitt County.
Bill and Eva have previously hosted
Holiday Vacations’ Australia & New
Zealand, Alaska & Inside Passage
Cruise, Hawaii Three Island Holiday
and African Safari tours. They invite
you to join them on this spectacular
vacation to Ireland!
Dublin
Galway
Cliffs of
Moher
Limerick
Killarney
Ring of
Kerry
Ireland
Experience magnificent culture, natural beauty, warm
hospitality, top-rated accommodations and spectacular
cuisine on our tour of Ireland.
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Our journey to the Emerald Isle
begins with a pleasant overnight
flight to Dublin.
Day 2: discov er Dublin
Our Irish Driver/Guide meets us upon
arrival. This beautiful modern city is
brimming with historic landmarks and
Georgian-style buildings. We’ll see
its highlights during a tour, then stop
to visit the venerable St. Patrick’s
Cathedral, the largest church in
Ireland and, for many, the country’s
religious touchstone. We end our first
exciting day in Ireland at the beautiful
Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa. D
Day 3: C lonm acnoise
We travel west this morning to
Clonmacnoise. This beloved ancient
monastery site, with its remains of nine
churches kept tidy by preservationists
was long a major center of religion and
education and drew scholars from all
over Europe. It’s truly a magical place
with a lovely setting on the River
Shannon. Later, experience true Irish
hospitality at Connolly’s Rathbaun Farm.
Here, sheep graze the fields and the
fragrance of home-baked scones fills the
air. We’ll visit with our hosts Frances and
Fintan in their charming thatched cottage
and sample fresh pastry over a pot of
Irish tea. We stay tonight at the Radisson
Blu Hotel in Galway. B,D
Day 4: K
y lemor e Abbey
We begin the day at the Connemara
Celtic Crystal Factory where Celtic
motifs are expertly cut into colored
crystal. Then, enjoy the opulent canvas
of Connemara, dense with gleaming
rivers and lakes, stunning coastal views,
and soaring mountains. Later, stroll
the vibrant gardens and Neo-Gothic
Church of Kylemore Abbey, home to a
Benedictine Community of Nuns since
Kilkenny
Blarney
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Begin today in Adare, often called
Ireland’s prettiest village with its
thatched cottages and beautiful stone
buildings. In Killarney, we board a
horse-drawn jaunting cart to see the
countryside in the most intimate way.
Tonight, our cultural experience
continues with traditional Irish folk
music and dancing at Kate Kearney’s
Cottage. We always receive a hearty
“failte!” or “welcome!” when we walk
through the welcoming doors of this
150-year-old family-run establishment.
We spend the next two nights at the
splendid Killarney Plaza Hotel & Spa. B,D
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August 12 - 21, 2015
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Connemara
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World War I. Back in Galway this
evening, take in some local culture by
stepping into the city’s lively entertainment scene. B
Day 5: marvel at the
Cliffs of Moher
Our scenic morning drive takes us into
the otherworldly beauty of the Burren in
County Clare. Here, limestone has eroded over the ages to form moonscape
patterns called karren. Next, we stop at
the Cliffs of Moher. This mighty coastal
wall extending five miles along the coast
and plunging 700 feet to the sea, once
gave assurance to World War II pilots
that they had reached European shores.
Later, we witness Ireland’s heritage at
the folk park of Bunratty. Life in 19thcentury Ireland comes alive here.
Tonight we enjoy a medieval banquet
for an unforgettable evening of merriment. Tonight’s accommodations are
in Limerick at the Savoy Hotel. B,D
Limerick
Day 7: follow the
R ing of K er ry
We spend today savoring one of
Ireland’s, even the world’s, most
scenic drives, the Ring of Kerry.
Undulating hills, rugged mountains
draped with green forest, shimmering
lakes, emerald valleys, dramatic
seascapes, and quaint villages all
mark an unforgettable day. B
Day 8: kiss the Blarney
Stone
At Blarney Castle this morning, you
can kiss the fabled stone and be
rewarded with the “gift of gab.” If you
still want something to talk about,
we make a nearby stop to view some
of Ireland’s largest collections of
Waterford Crystal and Belleek China.
Then, at the stunning Rock of Cashel,
we learn about the rise of this majestic
castle, once an assembly place for
kings, and later, the church. We dine
and overnight tonight at the stunning
Lyrath Estate Hotel in Kilkenny. B,D
Day 9: E xplore kilkenny
We start the day at Kilkenny Castle.
This sprawling palace was originally
built to guard against crossings of the
River Nore in the 13th century. There’ll
be time to sample a local Kilkenny pub
for lunch, then explore the medieval
city’s narrow winding streets on your
own. Then we return to Dublin and the
Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa where
our Tour Director hosts our special
farewell dinner. B,D
Day 10: fond far ew ells
Following an included breakfast, we
fly home from Dublin with wonderful
memories of the Emerald Isle. B
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YOUR HOLIDAY VACATIONS
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All fuel surcharges, government
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(minimum value of $623 per person)
Holiday Vacations Tour Director
Professional Irish Driver/Guide
Deluxe motorcoach transportation
All accommodations
Baggage handling at hotels
$100 travel voucher for a future
Holiday Vacations tour
14 Excellent Meals Featuring
Daily deluxe breakfast
Medieval banquet
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2 nights at the Dunboyne Castle Hotel
& Spa in the Dublin area
2 nights at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Galway
1 night at the Savoy Hotel, Limerick
2 nights at the Killarney Plaza Hotel
& Spa, Killarney
1 night at the Lyrath Estate Hotel, Kilkenny
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Dublin guided tour
St. Patrick’s Cathedral
Clonmacnoise monastic ruins
Connolly’s Rathbaun Farm
Connemara region
Connemara Crystal Factory
Kylemore Abbey
Burren in County Claire
Cliffs of Moher
Bunratty Folk Park
Adare, traditional Irish village
Jaunting cart ride in Killarney
Kate Kearney’s Cottage Irish Evening
Ring of Kerry scenic drive
Blarney Castle
Woolen Mills
Rock of Cashel
Kilkenny Castle tour
Price Per Person
ALL AIRFARE INCLUDED!
Double...............$4399 per person
Single..................5299 per person
Triple subject to availability
A valid U.S. passport is required for all U.S.
citizens. Passport cards and enhanced
driver’s licenses are NOT acceptable.
Deposit: $200 per person
Final Payment: May 10, 2015
Full refund 96 days prior to departure
Guaranteed Price: Your price is
guaranteed upon receipt of your deposit.
Featured Accommodations
Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa The Dunboyne Castle Hotel and Spa is situated on
21 acres of lush Irish landscape. Beautifully restored,
the historic mansion, once home to the Lord of
Dunboyne, today serves as one of Ireland’s most
exclusive properties. This magnificent hotel exudes
elegance, opulence and relaxation. Oversized guest
rooms feature King Koil mattresses with goose down
duvets and pillows. All rooms provide marvelous
garden views.
Lyrath Estate Hotel Set amid 170 acres of natural park scenery, the Lyrath
Estate Hotel combines stunning contemporary hotel
design with the elegance of its original 17th century
house. Lyrath Estate Hotel offers luxury, elegance and
style. Experience an uncompromising level of service
and genuine Irish hospitality - the perfect sanctuary
in which to rest or dine.
Killarney Plaza Hotel & Spa The Killarney Plaza Hotel & Spa features elegant
guest rooms draped in a graceful, contemporary
decor, along with superb dining experiences. Discover
the attentive service of their friendly staff and the
wealth of amenities at your fingertips. Located in the
heart of Killarney Town at the gateway to the Ring of
Kerry, the hotel is within walking distance of dozens of
great pubs and restaurants and neighbors the amazing
beauty of Killarney National Park.
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FREE TRAVEL SHOWS
Holiday Vacations invites you to attend an informative travel show featuring the
Enchanting Ireland tour, August 12 - 21, 2015. This fabulous tour will be hosted
by Bill Walker, Retired Television Anchor.
Join us for an audio/visual presentation of this fabulous tour. Learn about the
exciting attractions and wonderful accommodations of this fascinating destination.
Reservations are not necessary.
Charlotte
Concord
Tuesday, March 10
Wednesday, March 11
Holiday Inn Express
Hotel & Suites
805 West Arrowood Rd.
10 a.m., 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
7772 Gateway Ln. Northwest
10 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Matthews
Wednesday, March 11
Comfort Inn
1718 Windsor Crossing Dr.
7 p.m.
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