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COUNTY CLARE | 
| County Clare (Contae an Chláir in Irish) is in the Irish province of Munster. It is located on the west coast of Ireland, northwest of the River Shannon. Its capital is the town of Ennis. While part of Limerick City is in south east Clare. |
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| Claureen Health Farm is Irish Tourist Board Approved and located in Co. Clare in the west of Ireland, a part of the country renowned for its outstanding scenery and unspoilt natural beauty. The Health Farm is close to the town of Ennis (population 17,000) where tradition, culture and old world charm blends with a modern progressive town. The concept that inspires the Health Farm is to provide for those who, because of the pressure and pace of modern living require the opportunity to unwind, relax and restore body and mind in a holiday atmosphere away from it all incorporating the holistic approach. |
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COUNTY CORK |
| County Cork (Irish: Contae Chorcaí) is the most southerly and the largest of the modern counties of Ireland. Cork is nicknamed "The Rebel County", as a result of the support of the townsmen of Cork in 1491 for Perkin Warbeck, a pretender to the throne of England during the Wars of the Roses. Attractions include the Blarney Stone and Cobh (formerly Queenstown), the last stop of the Titanic, before departing on its doomed journey. The remote western area of the county, known as West Cork, is a popular destination for tourists, who visit the small villages and islands. West Cork is noted for its rugged natural beauty, fine beaches and distinct social atmosphere. |
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| The castle, from which the village takes its name, was first built in 1210 by knights under the leadership of Richard Earl de Clare, more commonly known as Strongbow. The original castle and its lands belonged to the Knights Templar following their foundation by Maurice Fitzgerald, the Earl of Desmond. This unique heritage is proudly displayed in the form of the Templar Cross, which forms the centrepiece of the resort's coat of arms. Set in picturesque woodlands, lakes and gardens, Capella Castlemartyr enjoys a setting that is truly breathtaking. Our signature Auriga at the Capella Castlemartyr hotel incorporates lunar cycles, organic ingredients and Irish traditions into its offerings. Our full-service spa and fitness facilities feature extensive health, beauty and wellness indulgences that exceed the expectations of even the most seasoned spa connoisseur. Our philosophy centres on caring for our guests and crafting custom treatment programs with relaxation and holistic regeneration in mind. Our certified nutritionist is available to consult with our guests to create individual dietary plans that they can consume in any of our restaurants. The spa experience supports a holistic and individually tailored restorative experience The 24,400 sq f / 2,270 sq m Auriga Spa houses 10 treatment rooms, Spa & Pool Café and 24-hour fitness centre. Also a 65 ft / 20 m Ozone treated indoor swimming pool, vitality pools, saunas, couples and VIP suites and products from The Organic Pharmacy. A Member of Good Food Ireland | | | |  | 
| As you make your way up the winding, tree lined path to our welcoming door, let calmness envelope you as you allow Hayfield Manor Hotel become your home away from home. Set within 2 acres of mature gardens, Hayfield Manor Hotel is an oasis of calm within the vibrant city of Cork. Leave the pressure of everyday routine far behind and indulge in a host of exceptional services or simply unwind alone or with friends in a secluded corner by an open fire. Whether your stay is for business or pleasure, we invite you to explore Hayfield Manor Hotel to see for yourself why we remain Cork City’s Premier 5 Star Hotel. A Member of Good Food Ireland. | | | |  | 
| The Thalassotherapy Centre at the Lodge & Spa at Inchydoney Island is divided into private rooms with highly sophisticated equipment including multi-functional aero marine baths, a sea water jet shower, algae application, cryotherapy, lymphatic drainage, Pressotherapy, electrotherapy, shower massage, marine brumisation, and physiotherapy. Additional facilities include a steam room, sauna, fully-equipped gymnasium and extensive beauty clinic. For after treatment care there is a luxurious relaxation room and thalasso refreshment bar which overlooks the ocean. Water babies can take advantage of the therapeutic heated sea-water pool which has counter current swimming, a waterfall, geyser spa, air spa, micro bubble seats, underwater massage seats, neck showers, underwater jets and an aqua gymnastic area. |
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COUNTY MEATH |
| County Meath (Irish: Contae na Mí) is a county in Ireland, often informally called The Royal County. The county town is Navan, where the county hall and government are located. Trim contains Ireland's largest Norman castle and was the setting for many Norman-Irish parliaments. Meath is also home to Kells, with its round tower and monastic past, and Slane, known for its castle and annual rock concert and the Ledwidge Cottage Museum. Meath (the "middle") was formed from the eastern part of the province of Midhe but now forms part of Leinster. The archaeological complex of Brú na Bóinne is 5,000 years old and includes the burial sites of Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth, in the northeast of the county, is a UNESCO designated World Heritage Site. County Meath also has the only Gaeltacht area in the province of Leinster at Ráth Cairn. |
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| Standing majestically on the banks of the River Boyne in the rolling landscape of County Meath, Bellinter House exudes period glamour. We are located just under an hour from Dublin city and Dublin Airport. The grounds at Bellinter are extensive and have sweeping lawns, ancient trees and a number of secluded spots to relax and laze.
Bellinter House was built in 1750 and was designed by the renowned German architect Richard Castle or Cassels, who also designed the Irish Parliament, Leinster House in Dublin. The House meticulously preserves its classic Georgian heritage while enhancing it with the best of modern Irish design. Elaborate decorative plasterwork, marble fireplaces and wood paneled walls mix easily with elemental hand-made ash furniture, contemporary lighting, installation art and vintage and handmade furniture. The Bathhouse at Bellinter is so called because of the signature seaweed baths that are a specialty. There is also a wide range of holistic, rejuvenating and relaxing therapies and massage treatments available. Enjoy facials, wraps and manicures, then slip in to the sauna or steam room and dip into the infinity pool. A Member of Good Food Ireland. |
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COUNTY WESTMEATH |
| | County Westmeath (Irish: Contae na hIarmhí) is a county situated in the Irish midlands, also popularly called the "Lake county" in the western part of the province of Leinster. The county was once part of the ancient province of Meath and later of County Meath. Mullingar is the county administrative centre, and has the largest urban population of the county. Athlone, Moate, Kilbeggan, and Castlepollard are also important commerce and marketing centres within the county. |
 |  | Temple Country Retreat Spa combines the warmth and charm of a 250 year old Irish country house, with the care and pampering of a contemporary health spa. Set in one hundred acres of pasture, surrounded by stately beech and ash, on the site of an ancient monastery, Temple is a retreat for the modern age. Declan and Bernadette Fagan opened their home as a country house B&B in 1987. They gained a reputation for easygoing hospitality and superb cooking - as healthy as it is delicious. Bernadette uses local meats, dairy produce, fruit and vegetables, as well as herbs from the garden, to create menus with a special Temple magic. Vegetarian, vegan and special diets are catered for. In the nineties, walking and cycling, yoga and aromatherapy were added to the holiday menu and in 1998 a suite of treatment rooms, sauna and steamroom, conservatory and five new bedrooms were seamlessly blended into the old world courtyard. The Temple Spa was born. Temple is surrounded by an unspoiled rural countryside, with hedge enclosed pastures where cattle graze, and lakes, peat bogs, historic sites, houses and gardens are waiting to be explored. These are six championship golf courses, facilities for sailing, lake fishing and an excellent equestrian centre all within a 30-minute drive. |
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COUNTY WEXFORD |
| County Wexford (Irish: Contae Loch Garman) is a maritime county in the south-east of Ireland, in the province of Leinster. It takes its name from the principal town, Wexford, founded by Vikings and named by them 'Waesfjord', meaning 'inlet of the mud-flats' in the Old Norse language. It is known as 'Ireland's sunny south-east' for its high amount of sunshine. |
 |  | Kelly's Resort Hotel and Spa is a 4 star resort hotel uniquely situated along 5 miles of safe sandy beach in Rosslare, County Wexford, also known as the “Sunny South East.” enjoying the best of weather in Ireland. The easy atmosphere at the luxury spa resort hotel encourages total relaxation – enjoy a stroll on the beach or book a treatment in our destination spa – SeaSpa. For guests requiring a more active holiday, Kelly’s Resort Hotel & Spa offers a host of activities such as indoor / outdoor tennis, golf, Aqua Club, Gym, Jogging track and much more. A member of Good Food Ireland. | | |  | MONART DESTINATION SPA
North Wexford, Ireland | | Monart is a spectacular destination spa in an important and handsome 18th century Georgian house, set in 119 acres of countryside on elevated ground, surrounded by farm land, with magnificent views of Vinegar Hill, one of Ireland's most historic landmarks. Monart's 68 bedrooms are situated in a serene space nestled within private woodlands on the grounds. All rooms offer a balcony or terrace with lake or woodland views and Italian Marble bathrooms, and two luxury suites are located within the main house. The state of the art thermal spa is the heart of the Monart Destination Spa and offers an Indoor Sauna, Outdoor Sauna with Ice bucket shower, Sanarium, Caldarium, Kneippe Cure Pool, Heated benches and footbaths, Aromatic Steam Room, Salt Grotto, Hydrotherapy Pool, and Laconium Loungers. The spa programmes focus on Detox, Weight Loss, Relaxation, and Physical Therapy. |
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COUNTY WICKLOW |
| County Wicklow (Irish: Contae Chill Mhantáin) is a county on the east coast of the Ireland, immediately south of Dublin. The county is bordered by the Irish Sea and the counties of Carlow, Kildare, Wexford and two parts of what was County Dublin, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown and South Dublin. The county is part of the "Greater Dublin Area". Wicklow is known as "The Garden of Ireland" because of its scenery but sometimes known as 'the last county' as it was the last of the original counties to be established. |
 |  | Since opening in 1997, The Merrion Hotel has established itself as the epitome of relaxed grandeur, welcoming Dubliners and visitors to the city with stunningly appointed rooms, crackling turf fires and a host of facilities. We are delighted to have received many prestigious awards and accolades over recent years and we hope our guests appreciate what we feel is at the cornerstone of our success - excelling in the art of hospitality. Located in the heart of The Merrion Hotel, The Tethra Spa is Dublin's most refined retreat. A place to unwind, restore and to invigorate the body and mind. Surrounded by gentle interiors, technologically advanced fitness equipment, an expansive infinity swimming pool, steam room and luxurious treatment areas, The Tethra Spa brings relaxation, well being and fitness to the fore. The Tethra Spa is available to guests and to a limited number of members only, so there is always plenty of space to unwind. A Member of Good Food Ireland. | | | | 
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| Sometimes we forget how important it is to slow down - to take a break from the stresses and strains of fast-paced modern living. That's what makes Powerscourt Springs such a special experience. Here, in the heart of beautiful County Wicklow and just 30 minutes from Dublin city centre, you'll find the ultimate escape from the pressures of the real world. Powerscourt Springs is beauty, health and fitness centre rolled into one tranquil haven. Relaxation and rejuvenation await you as you surrender yourself to the luxury of being pampered in a way you've never known before. |
ULSTER
COUNTY DONEGAL |
| County Donegal (Irish: Contae Dhún na nGall. Sometimes unofficially known in Irish as Tír Chonaill) is a county located in the west of the Province of Ulster in the northwest of Ireland. It is one of three counties in the Province of Ulster that does not form part of Northern Ireland. Despite it being the most northern county in all of Ireland, and despite its very strong Ulster identity, the county is part of the Republic of Ireland. County Donegal is the largest county in Ulster. |
ULSTER
COUNTY Monaghan |
| County Monaghan (Irish: Contae Mhuineacháin) is a county in the Republic of Ireland. It is one of three counties situated in the province of Ulster without being part of Northern Ireland. The name comes from the Irish, derived from Muine Cheain meaning the Land of the little hills. This name refers to the density of drumlins in the area, those small hills formed from glacial action (during a previous ice age). Monaghan is the principal town. Other major towns include Carrickmacross, Castleblayney, and Clones. |
 |  | Right in the heart of the Kingdom of Oriel, the ancient Irish kingdom, Castle Leslie is steeped in history. It's the seat of the Leslies, one of Ireland's more interesting and unusual families who came to Ireland in the 16th Century. Ancestor John Leslie, the fighting Bishop, bought the estate with a £2,000-reward for defending Charles II against Cromwell. Following a huge investment over the last 10 years, 2007 saw an important stage of the Castle Leslie Estate's evolution. The Castle was transformed into a private members' club while the Hunting Lodge re-opened with its 35 bedrooms, Brasserie, Conor's Bar and Victorian Spa. Alongside is the brand new Equestrian Centre destined to be Ireland's Ultimate Equestrian Playground. A Member of Good Food Ireland. |
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| Ireland (Irish: Éire; Ulster Scots: Airlann) is the third largest island in Europe, and the twentieth-largest island in the world. It lies to the north-west of continental Europe and is surrounded by hundreds of islands and islets. To the east of Ireland, separated by the Irish Sea, is the island of Great Britain. Politically, the state called Ireland (also described as the Republic of Ireland in cases of ambiguity) covers five-sixths of the island, with Northern Ireland, part of the United Kingdom, covering the remainder in the north-east. The name Ireland derives from the name Ériu (in modern Irish, Éire) with the addition of the Germanic word land. Most other western European names for Ireland derive from the same source, such as French Irlande. Geographic and Travel information by Wiki and Wiki Travel. Read More Good Food Ireland. You would think it was the most natural thing in the world. Surrounded by sea, and with lush green pastures and a climate perfect for everything from beans to tomatoes to salad Ireland is blessed with the best of nearly everything. The truth, however, is more complicated. Good food in Ireland does exist, you just need to know where to find it. Members of the Good Food Network are marked, above. |
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