I've been to Ireland 9 times. The first was in 1979 with my parents when I was all of 6 years old. On my last calculation while sitting in a Dingle pub contemplating my previous trips, I realized I've circumnavigated the island 13 times, clockwise and counterclockwise. :) If you are going for the first time -- or the first time not on a @#$% tour bus -- just email me with where you'd like to go. I'll gladly give you some insight and recommendation no matter what your budget is. Feel free to email me at robert AT perfect pint shoppe DOT com. Cheers! Robert~ The Perfect Pint Shoppe Authorized Guinness Retailers www.perfectpintshoppe.com