We all love a holiday and after working hard, we deserve one too. With money as tight as it is, it’s easy to make the mistake of believing that you simply can’t afford to get away, but with one of the most beautiful countries in the world right on our doorstep, that isn’t necessarily true. This year, instead of heading further afield, explore Ireland.
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Cycling routes in County Mayo
County Mayo has attractive countryside, impressive coastal scenery and a rich heritage, which make it an ideal location for cycling. There are some wonderful cycle routes with varying degrees of difficulty, so there should be something for most abilities.
There is a traffic free route, known as the Great Western Greenway, which runs between Westport and Achill. This cycling and walking route was developed on the site of the old Westport to Achill railway line, which is approximately twenty-five miles in total. There are three main sections of the cycle route, which is suitable for people with moderate fitness levels.
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Destination: Ireland West Coast
The West Coast of Ireland boasts many of Ireland’s must see places. It is also an area of Ireland that is steeped in history and has been inhabited by humans since around 3000 BC.
Mayo
The third biggest county in Ireland boasts one of the best walking paths around. Take a stroll through some of Ireland’s most stunning countryside while taking in the cultural sights of small villages such as Louisburgh, Lahardane and Westport.
The county is also famed for its fishing spots where anglers come all year round to lakes and rivers in the North of the county. Jack Charlton the former manager of the Irish soccer team can be spotted fishing in the River Moy around Ballina during the summer months.
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New Year in County Mayo
If you are looking for somewhere different to visit this New Year, you may want to consider County Mayo in Ireland. County Mayo is the third largest county in Ireland, offering many attractions.
There are plenty of outdoor activities available in County Mayo, such as hiking, scenic drives, bike riding and visiting the beaches.
The Great Western Greenway at Westport is a good location for walking and biking. The routes are well signposted and there are some wonderful views of Clew Bay to enjoy. The trail is more than twenty-five miles in total, leading from Westport to Achill. Bikes can be hired in the local area.
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Christmas in Mayo
The County of Mayo in Ireland is a stunning destination and the ideal place to break away and enjoy a reviving Christmas. It has wonderful sights that attract holiday makers and pilgrims, has charming seafront hotels, religious sites, unspoilt fishing sites, and panoramic landscapes. The festive mood will begin the moment you arrive and you will soon begin to experience its charm and gracious hospitality of its residents.
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Surfing in Mayo - The Best Waves
The beautiful coastline of Mayo, hugging the Sapphire Blue Atlantic, offers surf enthusiasts the best waves in Europe. The swell of the Atlantic is a formidable challenge to surfers looking to prove their skill at this thrilling, fun and energetic sport. Beach breaks, point breaks and reef breaks offer surfers varying degrees of difficulty. These are suitable for surfers with different abilities, from novices to pros! There is nothing more relaxing than lying on sandy shores, watching gentle blue waves break along the rugged coastline, or more exciting than plunging headlong into icy waters of a powerful breaker! Think Surf, Think Mayo!
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