RTÉ Guide

Get in touch with your giant spirit

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Bushmills Inn

This wonderfull­y characterf­ul hotel is just down the road from the famous distillery. It’s the perfect base for exploring the world-famous Causeway Coast – and the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery. Enjoy a lazy afternoon in The Gas Bar or the Patio. Then sample the finest-quality, locally sourced food in the restaurant. Before pulling up a chair to the roaring peat fire and enjoying a glass of Bushmills from the hotel’s private cask.

Slieve Donard Resort

This magical place has a fairy-tale setting between a beautiful beach and the magnificen­t Royal County Down golf course, which has hosted the Irish Open. Every detail of your stay here - from the springs in your bed to your ESPA spa treatments – has been taken care of with consummate skill. There are fabulous views of the majestic Mourne mountains throughout the resort, even from the spa! You’ll find a host of local attraction­s on your doorstep, too.

Glenarm Castle & Gardens

Enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour with George the butler at the Earl of Antrim’s family home. Hear the story of the people who have lived in this beautiful and historic place. Discover unique art and artefacts, including a treasure chest from the Spanish Armada. Visit the glorious walled garden. Then head to the dining room for afternoon tea. This is when George serves up Champagne, a delicious cream tea – and some of his best stories.

Finn Lough Forest Spa Trail

This unique spa experience incorporat­es a series of stylish and secluded spaces along the shores of Lough Erne. The trail begins with the salt room where you’ll float on the surface of a heated pool. As the lights fade out, the music fadesup - and pure relaxation results. Next it’s the lakeside sauna, the aromathera­py room and the hot-tub with its views over the lough. Arriving at the relaxation room, you’ll sip a herbal tea by the wood fire, surrounded by floor-to-ceiling forest views.

Giant’s Eye View

Leave the world behind on an enthrallin­g tour of the Causeway Coastal Route with Cutting Edge Helicopter­s. You’ll experience the Causeway Coastal Route from the perspectiv­e of Finn Mccool, looking down on the world-famous Giant’s Causeway! During your 60-minute flight you’ll enjoy many stunning aerial views: spectacula­r Downhill beach, Mussenden Temple, Carrick-a-rede Rope Bridge, as well as filming locations from the iconic series, Game of Thrones®.

James St, Belfast

Not showy. Not pretentiou­s. Just a great dining experience. That’s James Street. Head chef Monteiro Agostinho has earned Michelin Bib Gourmand status for this restaurant; it’s easy to see why. The menu changes according to what’s local and seasonal. A frequent highlight is the beef. Some of the best steaks and prime cuts in Northern Ireland are cooked here on a charcoalfu­elled Josper grill. Their taste and texture have to be experience­d to be believed.

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Finn lough forest spa Co. Fermanagh
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Co. Antrim Gleanarm castle & garden
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