Ireland (Step by Step)

Step-by-Step Ireland is a full color travel guide to this stunning and mythical country, with a selection of clearly laid-out walks and tours, complemented by beautiful pictures, an authoritative narrative voice, and a wealth of practical information, all in a compact package.
Recommended Tours suggest the best tours for gourmets, walkers, literary types, modern art, and shoppers, as well as those looking for Celtic romance.
The Overview reveals essential background information on local culture, lifestyle and traditions, plus the lowdown on food and drink, outdoor activities, shopping, entertainment and local history.
The Walks and Tours section features 16 self-guided walking routes, which show step by step how to get the most out of the destination, all with clear, easy-to-follow maps, hand-picked places to eat and drink en route, and great insider tips.
The Directory incorporates a user-friendly, fact-packed A to Z of practical information, plus select hotel, restaurant and nightlife listings, which will lead you to the best that Ireland has to offer.

Alannah Hopkin grew up in London and has lived in Kinsale since 1982, working as a writer on travel and the arts, and frequently contributing to Insight’s Irish titles. She still gets excited about exploring her adopted home and showing friends around. Once they have got over the amazing scenery and the slower pace of life, what impresses her visitors most is the genuine friendliness they meet at every turn.