Glasgow Scotland Highlight

1. Glasgow

   Built on the steep banks of the Clyde River, Glasgow is a city of around three quarters of a million Scots and is definitely the party capital of Scotland. The city’s beautiful architecture and artistic heritage was built during the Victorian era and was bankrolled by the iron, cotton and ship building industries. The city gained its fame during the Victorian period up to the point where it was became ... more »

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2. Cliffs of Moher

   by – Clarie Hanney, Tour Manager, Europe One of Ireland’s natural wonders, these 228m (760-ft.) cliffs stretch for over 8km (5 miles) along the Atlantic coast. They offer spirit-raising, panoramic views, especially from the 19th-century O’Brien’s Tower at the northern end. The Cliffs are a very dramatic place, with the roar of the waves crashing below and the ca... more »

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3. Cobh

   The town of Cobh is one of the major port cities in Ireland and is also home to the Cobh Heritage Centre. Cobh is significant because it was the last port of call for the Titanic before it started its fateful maiden voyage. Cobh is also a great place to learn about the Great Irish Famine and put history in perspective. Cobh is one of the stops along with Middleton and the Rock of Cashel on tour travel days between Cork and Kilkenny.

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