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Tipperary - Shannon Region

The West of Ireland’s ‘Shannon Region’ is a special place where visitors can refresh their spirits away from the frenetic cities and towns of the world. The Region covers counties Clare, Limerick, North Tipperary and South Offaly.

In this compact area (less than 90 minutes from end to end) you will discover stunning landscapes, Atlantic seascapes, great sporting activity, entertainment, top shopping and visitor attractions, fun, music, uncrowded beaches, cliff-top and mountain walks, quiet country roads and everywhere the artefacts of Ireland’s ancient history.

Guest Accommodation is of the highest standards and ranges from the most luxurious castle hotels to homely B&B’s. Our Atlantic ocean, rivers and lush, green pastures provide the food ingredients that are used to create imaginative dishes presented in our pubs, hotels and ‘good food circle’ restaurants.

And, the welcome is warm and legendary. Too good to be true? Then ask someone who has been here. Or, better still, log out of your computer and come experience the delights for yourself. You can be here in a few hours because Shannon International Airport puts the Region within easy reach.

Tipperary - South East

The South East consists of the five counties of Carlow, Kilkenny, Tipperary, Waterford and Wexford. Fondly referred to by the 'Irish' as the 'Sunny South East', the region is famous for its vibrant towns, rural getaways and coastal villages and resorts.

The landscape of the South East comprises a mix of rolling hills, woodlands and farmlands, picturesque river valleys of the Blackwater, Barrow, Nore, Suir and Slaney, and a craggy coastline adorned by a necklace of quaint fishing villages and coastal resorts.

Early visitors, invaders, and raiders, merchants and traders helped create many structures, distinguishing marks and locations. Visitors from overseas are attracted by the richness and variety of heritage sites in the South East. Kilkenny Castle and the Rock of Cashel are among's most visited sites. Likewise the Irish National Heritage Park and the Dunbrody Heritage Ship in Co Wexford draw a huge number of visitors.

Craft and culture enthusiasts flock to the Waterford Crystal Visitor Centre to marvel as they view master cutters create the world famous glassware, and those with more time on their hands based themselves in the region while enjoying all the region has to offer.