Greetings from Ireland
Spring has Sprung!

Welcome to the April 2007 issue of Deals and Tales, Authentic Ireland’s monthly missive from us over here to you out there. In Ireland we say April comes in like a lion but goes out like a lamb. We’re referring to the weather of course. This year April arrived like confident lamb already eager to shed its woolies: blue skies and warm sunshine day after day. We’re enjoying every minute of it because we’re pretty sure the lion is out there, waiting, crouching in the long grass ready to pounce.

This month we’ve got a Paddy’s on Achill update and we continue our “When in…” series with a look at Killarney, Ireland’s second most visited town or city after Dublin. The things we do for love.

Saddle up, here we go…

• Paddy’s on Achill – 2007
• Specials – Treasures of the West Tour
• When in - Killarney
• Authentic Referral program
• Next issue: stuff to look forward to
• Admin: on/off this merry-go-round, small print, etc

For all of you who survived Paddy’s Day 2007 in Ireland a hearty congratulations. Wasn’t that something? Wow! I have never seen weather like that before in March. Snow, hail, sleet, 80mph winds – it was crazy! No wonder the snakes left. I was close to leaving myself. Or I would have if I could have seen past my face. What am I talking about, most of the time I couldn’t even feel my face. But I’m pretty sure it was there because it still managed to drink my wallet dry.

If you were in Ireland for the first time three weeks ago please don’t get the wrong impression. Please. please don’t think that weather was anywhere near normal. It wasn’t. In fact just a week later the sun was shining and some brave young people were sporting t-shirts. The contrast couldn’t have been greater.

Still, I am happy to report the pipe bands of Achill did their duty regardless. They walked the length and breadth of the island in their kilts, bleating out marching tunes while drifts of snow accumulated in the crooks of their elbows and Atlantic waves crashed about their ears. Well done lads! You made us all proud.

For the month of April we are offering $50 per person discount on our Treasures of the West Tour. On this tour you will discover the unique culture and incredible natural beauty that Western Ireland has to offer. This trip will take you on an amazing journey as you discover spectacular cliffs, remote seascapes, quaint villages and a rocky countryside where Irish is still spoken as a first language. This tour also includes two nights in Killarney - be sure to read all about this scenic town in the article below. Simply book before April 30, 2007 to receive a discount of $50 per person off the quoted price.

Read more about our Treasurs of the West Tour here:
http://www.authenticireland.com/packages/treasures.htm

A 20% deposit is required on booking. The balance is payable 60 days prior to travel.

Why should you never give a Kerryman a lunch break? Because it would take too long to re-train him afterwards. How do you recognise a Kerry business man? He’ll be the one wearing pin-striped Wellingtons. Almost every country has a section of the population that they like to tell jokes about. In Ireland we tell jokes about people from County Kerry. Not because they are stupid. In fact they have a reputation for the opposite. The main reason we tell jokes about them is that we are jealous. They have the cheek to call their county the Kingdom, yet there are few in Ireland who would dispute the aptness of the name. The origins of the name have been lost, but that doesn’t matter – Kerry feels like a Kingdom. Soaring mountain ranges, desolately beautiful valleys, crystal lakes and a spectacularly rugged coastline alternatively lashed and lapped by the Atlantic Ocean. Kerry has it all.

Read our Authentic Killarney recommendations, from national parks and scenic drives to the best places to eat and drink, read all about Killarney here >>

It's very simple. If you refer a friend to Authentic Ireland and they book a tour with us, you will be entitled to your choice of:

- $30 amazon.com voucher, or
- $50 per person off your next vacation booked through Authentic Ireland.
All your friend has to do is mention your name when booking, we'll take care of the rest.

Refer a Friend: Please Use the link at the bottom of this page to forward this newsletter to a friend!

Next month sees the continuation of our “When in…” series with the traditional Irish music hotspot Doolin in the spotlight. Each month in this series we will pick a town or city and make recommendations of things to see and do in the area, including picking the best local pubs and restaurants.

If you missed any previous issues they are available here: http://www.authenticireland.com/newsletter.htm

We welcome your feedback and opinions. Please send any comments or suggestions to newsletter@authenticireland.com. If there is any topic you would like us to cover, or you have a specific question about Ireland, just let us know and we will try to cover it in a future issue.

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Well that's it for this month. We hope you enjoy the start of spring and we will see you back here for another month of Travel Deals and Tales.

And just in case you had forgotten, whatever type of vacation you are interested in, Authentic Ireland can help. We specialize in custom Self-drive Vacations, Chauffeur / Group Tours, Escorted Coach Tours and Activity Vacations. We also have a dedicated team of golf experts ready to assist in organizing your ideal golf vacation. We also invite you to dream up your very own Ireland Vacation. We like a challenge. Whatever it is, we can make it happen.

All the best & happy travels,

The Newsletter Team
Authentic Ireland Travel
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