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ashleyozery's review against another edition
As usual, made me want to take a months-long trip to Ireland instead of my much shorter planned holiday.
mitzyann's review against another edition
5.0
I’ve used this book as a jumping off point for multiple trips to Ireland. The trips in this book are a great base for building you’re own itinerary. It is easy to read and the color coding for different areas of the country make it easy to find what you need and make it your own
steffimeffi's review against another edition
2.0
When I moved to Ireland in January 2013 I took the up-to-date version of this Lonely Planet, hoping it would be an accurate guide for the Emerald Isle.
The common information sections within the book are pretty good, nicely written and quite informative. But when it comes to reviews on certain places writing becomes flapsy sloppy. The author(s) are very biased and sometimes you can feel an 'I can also tell bad things about a place since I am a LP author'-attitude. Sometimes attractions are talked down, and when you go there, they are actually really interesting (fe. Blarney). I really wonder why to include an attraction, when you don'T like it...
On the other hand a lot special and fascinating places are missing within the guidebook.
But - and this is the worst - there is often no Link between attractions and maps. So there are some places reviewed, but you got no clue where to find them. So why do you even mention places, when you don't want people to actually find it?
I was really disappointed - but still it's a Lonely Plant - so 2 stars.
The common information sections within the book are pretty good, nicely written and quite informative. But when it comes to reviews on certain places writing becomes flapsy sloppy. The author(s) are very biased and sometimes you can feel an 'I can also tell bad things about a place since I am a LP author'-attitude. Sometimes attractions are talked down, and when you go there, they are actually really interesting (fe. Blarney). I really wonder why to include an attraction, when you don'T like it...
On the other hand a lot special and fascinating places are missing within the guidebook.
But - and this is the worst - there is often no Link between attractions and maps. So there are some places reviewed, but you got no clue where to find them. So why do you even mention places, when you don't want people to actually find it?
I was really disappointed - but still it's a Lonely Plant - so 2 stars.
bookish_wanderer's review against another edition
4.0
So much informations!
It as info for every kind of travellers, the ones who like to hike, the bookworms, the foodies ect...
Every county's places of interest are thoroughly described. Maps, transportations, pictures, bus tours and what not.
The book even has as section about the history and culture of Ireland, what to do and not do, and a little section about the Irish language.
Great tool for planning a trip, and making you want to get there ASAP.
It as info for every kind of travellers, the ones who like to hike, the bookworms, the foodies ect...
Every county's places of interest are thoroughly described. Maps, transportations, pictures, bus tours and what not.
The book even has as section about the history and culture of Ireland, what to do and not do, and a little section about the Irish language.
Great tool for planning a trip, and making you want to get there ASAP.
elly's review against another edition
4.0
So far I'm satisfied, as I found every information I need. As always all informations about sights, hotels, restaurants etc include opening hours and price (range). I'm currently planning a two week trip to Ireland by car and I'm really looking forward to see the National Parks, castels, the famous coastal areas and to enjoy lots of oysters. I guess, that I'll grab some additional information at local hotels and tourist informations but overall this guide should provide enough suggestions to pass the time and I won't miss a thing.
ctaymor's review against another edition
A solid guidebook to Ireland. It has good recommendations, is well written, approachable, and gives you a sense of place.
juliechristinejohnson's review against another edition
4.0
Thank you GoodReads Angel for correcting the title of this travel guide!!
Hello Goodreads- could someone please correct the title of this book? It is Lonely Planet Ireland, although Lonel Ireland has a certain plaintive ring to it. But this kind of silliness bugs the crap out of me. Just sayin'
ANYWAY. Embarking upon fourth journey to Ireland in September. Buying this travel guide wasn't really necessary- we know where we will be for most our our stay: hiking the Ring of Kerry. Our lodging is already arranged and our route mapped out. But this proved an irresistible addition to the coffee table as we anticipate our adventure.
The problem with buying a travel guide AFTER you've planned (most of) your trip is that you begin to doubt your choices. It's like a menu that's been left on the table after the waiter has turned in your dinner order. Oh, but why didn't we decide on Donegal and Sligo? And we always said our next trip would be to Northern Ireland, to Co. Antrim and Belfast. Perhaps we should have hiked the wilds of Burren... How delicious to have such doubts when we know that Co. Kerry will be magical. And we do have several days at the end of our hike to spend SOMEWHERE. Considering a return to Galway, or perhaps an exploration of Kinsale, or maybe a cruise through C. Clare...
I haven't purchased a Lonely Planet guide in some time- we've been using Rough Guides for recent trips to Europe. But I'm a sucker for pretty pictures and colored fonts. The maps are well-done and in reviewing information given for places I know, the advice seems spot-on.
Doolin, perhaps we'll spend some time in Doolin- we can walk from there to the Cliffs of Moher. Then there are the yurts on Cape Clear Island, ferry ride from Baltimore....Bantry? Brendan's never been to Bantry....
Hello Goodreads- could someone please correct the title of this book? It is Lonely Planet Ireland, although Lonel Ireland has a certain plaintive ring to it. But this kind of silliness bugs the crap out of me. Just sayin'
ANYWAY. Embarking upon fourth journey to Ireland in September. Buying this travel guide wasn't really necessary- we know where we will be for most our our stay: hiking the Ring of Kerry. Our lodging is already arranged and our route mapped out. But this proved an irresistible addition to the coffee table as we anticipate our adventure.
The problem with buying a travel guide AFTER you've planned (most of) your trip is that you begin to doubt your choices. It's like a menu that's been left on the table after the waiter has turned in your dinner order. Oh, but why didn't we decide on Donegal and Sligo? And we always said our next trip would be to Northern Ireland, to Co. Antrim and Belfast. Perhaps we should have hiked the wilds of Burren... How delicious to have such doubts when we know that Co. Kerry will be magical. And we do have several days at the end of our hike to spend SOMEWHERE. Considering a return to Galway, or perhaps an exploration of Kinsale, or maybe a cruise through C. Clare...
I haven't purchased a Lonely Planet guide in some time- we've been using Rough Guides for recent trips to Europe. But I'm a sucker for pretty pictures and colored fonts. The maps are well-done and in reviewing information given for places I know, the advice seems spot-on.
Doolin, perhaps we'll spend some time in Doolin- we can walk from there to the Cliffs of Moher. Then there are the yurts on Cape Clear Island, ferry ride from Baltimore....Bantry? Brendan's never been to Bantry....
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