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An alternative stag weekend in Ireland

Ireland is a popular holiday destination for tourists from across Europe and further afield. With its famous culture, beautiful scenery and lively nightlife; it’s easy to understand why Ireland is visited by thousands of people each year. There are a host of towns, cities and villages on offer in Ireland, which cater for all types of holidays. Whether it’s for a romantic weekend break in Dublin or visiting family in Cork; there are places to see and things to do for all ages.

Dublin and Belfast are two of the most popular tourist hotspots in Ireland and often the chosen destinations for stag parties; whether it is for a few days or a longer stay. Dublin in particular has a great drinking scene and lively atmosphere, making it the ideal city for a stag party; but the country as a whole, can offer an alternative stag weekend for you and your friends. Although the capital is the most popular destination in Ireland, due to its nightlife and culture; there are so many more places on offer across the country, which are best explored by road.

An Irish stag weekend with a twist…

Flights to Ireland are fairly cheap and most visitors will use public transport to get to their destination and around the local area during their stay. An alternative way to enjoy your time in Ireland is to travel by car and create your own road trip. As long as you have a vehicle and the correct cover, such as Chill car insurance; you can plan your stag weekend and explore some of the country’s most hidden gems.

Take a step into some of your favourite film/TV sets

With endless natural scenery and picturesque views, it’s no wonder that Ireland has been used to film some of the most well-known films and TV series. If you’re a fan of the hugely popular series Game of Thrones, then heading to the north of the country is a must. You’ll be surprised at how many scenes were filmed in Ireland, including Downhill Strand, County Londonderry (The beach visited by Stannis Baratheon), Castle Warn in County Down (Home of the Stark Family in series 1), the village of Ballintoy in County Antrim (The capital of The Iron Islands), as well as many more locations.

Apart from Game of Thrones, Ireland has also appeared in films such as Saving Private Ryan, Harry Potter, Star Wars and Braveheart.

Explore some of Ireland’s natural scenery

One of the main reasons why so many people visit Ireland is because of its picturesque scenery and coastal views. During your trip, you may want to stop off at places like The Aran Islands, Doolin Cave, Giant’s Causeway and some of the many other places to visit across the country.

Although the majority of people heading to Ireland for a stag party will be going to enjoy the local pubs, bars and nightlife; it’s worth considering exploring all that Ireland has to offer by road. Planning a road trip means you can travel at your own leisure and plan the trip around you and your friends.

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