GALWAY ROMANTIC BREAKS AROUND ST. VALENTINE'S DAY OR ANYTIME !

The wild landscape of Connemara in the West of Ireland is a most romantic place - the land of poets & scholars.It evokes similarities with Heathcliff & Cathie in Emily Brontë 's Wuthering Heights. It is rugged country, blessed by the Gulf Stream, but battered by the Atlantic storms in the winter. A stirring place with loads of history, romance & eccentrics.

The choice of Ballynahinch Castle Hotel for your romantic Galway break would really impress your lady. Set in the heart of Connemara County Galway, the Castle is steeped in a wealth of tradition.From the Ferocious O'Flaherty Chieftains, to Grace O'Malley, the Pirate Queen of Connemara, to Humanity Dick Martin, founder of the society for the prevention of cruelty to animals and to H.R.H. the Maharajah Ranjitsinji, also known as the 'Ranji', Prince of Cricketeers, who played cricket for England. Book the Maharajah room & try not to get lost in it !

Cashel House Hotel, situated in Connemara at the head of Cashel Bay.The scenery evokes images of Heathcliff & Cathie in Emily Brontë 's Wuthering Heights. Turf and log fires add to the ambience of this award winning Country House Hotel. A romantic place.

For horse lovers, you will enjoy Connemara where the famous Connemara Ponies can often be spotted silhouetted against the skyline. Visit the annual Spring Connemara Pony Festival or the Clifden Connemara Pony Show to get a glimpses of the 'Auld Ireland' way of business.

Moving back into town, Galway the City of the 14 Tribes has a rich history. For example, the word lynch comes from an event that occurred there in the 1400s. The Mayor of Galway, called Lynch, was a magistrate. His son committed murder & to uphold the law the Mayor hung his own son. Such was the world in those turbulent days.

Galway is a wonderful vibrant medieval city. It has an almost constant festive air. Galway attracts creative people - musicians, artists, web designers, yoga enthusiasts & alternative therapy gurus. These unique folk give Galway a very special buzz. Its a great place for romance to blossom. Street buskers, great jazz at the An Pucan pub, outdoor markets, its all so difficult to beat! For Horse racing enthusiasts don't miss the famous Galway Races or for others Galway Arts Festival provides a rich experience.

Onto accomodation for your Romantic Galway City break , the g Hotel is suggested. This 5 star Galway Hotel, near the city centre, has luxury accommodation & superb spa facilities. A truly unique hotel experience. Whilst in Galway spare time to attend the Druid Theatre an iconic Galway experience.

Do enjoy your Galway break & may your Romantic inclinations be well stimulated.