Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland

A small, remote village in the Beara Peninsula known for its Copper Mine Trail, this is a place of great beauty and unique history. Stop by the local museum to discover the fascinating history of copper mining in Allihies from the Bronze Age to the Industrial Revolution and the 20th century.

At the end of the Beara Peninsula, this island can only be reached by cable car. While getting there is an adventure in itself, Dursey Island is brimming with charm; from sea life, ruins and standing stones to views of its lighthouse on Bull Rock.

Mizen Head is mainland Ireland's most southwesterly point, a place of breathtaking cliffs and epic views. Head to the Visitor Centre to learn more about the history of this place, home to a signal station that housed Ireland's first radio beacon. To visit the station, follow the arched suspension bridge connects the rocky crag to the mainland. Out on the horizon lies the imposing Fastnet Lighthouse - standing on a rock known as Ireland’s teardrop, often the last remnant departing immigrants saw of their homeland.

Cork is an ancient maritime port, a place of exchange, creativity, and celebration. 22 bridges criss-cross the river just in the city centre, dotted with colourful houses and rich in museums and art galleries. Make the short trip to Jameson’s distillery in Midleton, Cobh Harbour or Blarney Castle. Cork is also known as Ireland's foodie capital, with the surrounding pastureland producing bountiful fresh fish and artisan products. Learn more about Cork at www.arrivalguides.com/en/Travelguides/Europe/Ireland/Cork

Kinsale is a picturesque historic town south of Cork. Highlights of the town include the 17th century Charles Fort and James Fort, the 13th century St. Multose Church, and Desmond Castle, also known as the "French prison" and home to a wine museum. Try to visit them all, but also save some time to leisurely stroll among the town's colourful streets and Georgian houses, and savour a meal in one of its many quaint restaurants. Being a seaside town, there is no shortage of water activities: diving, sailing, kayaking and fishing.

If you're looking for world-class golf with remarkable views, landscapes, this is the place to go: the Old Head of Kinsale hosts an 18-holes golf course that covers 180 acres and is surrounded by beautiful cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.