Doolin is a gorgeous place to visit. And a good place to rent bikes and explore.
I really loved Liscannor. I only spent there 2 days but I think I've found one of the best places in Ireland.
I lived in Ennis for 6 months and I have to say that I really miss that colourfull village. Even it is a small place, there's always something to do. The pubs are an amazing centre of music. Libraries, shops, cinemas... Have I said enough??
I lived in Kilkee for three months and I have to say that it's a beautiful place. The town is just charming.
Doolin is my favorite place to visit in Ireland. The music can't be beat. Go there the last weekend in February for a great festival!
Lisdoonvarna is a perfect spot to spend a few days. We stayed three and that was perfect. We visited the Cliffs of Moher and drove to the beach at Lahinch twice. Lisdoonvarna was close to the sites but you don't have to deal with the hassle of Lahinch. This was our third trip to Ireland and our first to Lisdoonvarna but it won't be our last!
Doolin is a very small village so wherever you stay will be close to the few pubs available. Doolin is said to be the home of Irish music and the pubs are all very welcoming to tourists with great music and craic. There is not a lot of accommodation in Doolin so it may be best to book ahead. There are no supermarkets in the area, if arriving late bring food to cook with you or just dine out.
I stayed in the little town of Liscannor and then walked to the Cliffs of Moher. I was traveling all by myself, a girl of twenty on her first trip out of the U.S. It was the best experience of my life. Liscannor is amazing. After one hour at Egan's Pub, I was being treated like family. One warning, if you don't like small towns, then Liscannor is not for you. But if you truly want the Irish experience, go to Liscannor! You won't regret it. Also, the Cliffs are walking distance away, about four miles (six kilometers). It took me about an hour. It is a beautiful walk, but it is all uphill and along the dangerous Irish roads, so if you're not feeling adventurous, I would recommend the bus or cab.
Liscannor is my favorite place in the world. I had a vision of Ireland in my head when I went there, but I always thought I would be slightly disappointed with reality. But I wasn't. Liscannor is exactly how I picture Ireland, and the Irish, to be.
I lived in Ennis 26 years, loved it. I hope to go back and live there again someday.
We Loved Doolin. We travel a lot and our trip to Ireland was one of our favorites and the time we spent in Doolin was the best of Ireland. The locals as well as tourists we met in the pubs were charming. Hoping to come back soon.
What a wonderful village -- we want Liscannor to be our home!
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