So, you’re engaged? First things first, congratulations! If you’ve made your way here, you must be thinking of celebrating in Ireland, and I must say you’ve come to the right spot. Here are some of the best ways to celebrate your engagement in Ireland:
Cliffside Picnic ( The Cliffs of Moher)
The Emerald Isle boasts one of the most stunning coastal cliffs I have ever seen, and they are the perfect location for a romantic picnic to celebrate your engagement. Take this celebration a step further with a private helicopter tour that will let you come face to face with the cliffs you dined upon. From there, land on the Aran Islands for a night (or a few) away to enjoy a quiet engagement celebration.
Traditional Irish Dinner
Want to celebrate without making it a long weekend or trip? Head out for a traditional Irish dinner! The cities have a variety of highly recommended local places to settle in for a meal. And there are even some modern fine dining takes on the local delicacies.
There are also a variety of places to offer incredibly fresh seafood across the island if that is more your taste.
Whiskey Distillery Tour
Are you and your partner whiskey connoisseurs? Head to the heart of where your favourite whiskeys are made with a tour of their original distilleries. With worldwide names like Jameson, Tullamore D.E.W, and Bushmills just a drive away, there is bound to be one, or multiple, that fit your tastes.
Whimsical Castle Engagement Party
Fulfill your royalty dreams with your own personal engagement party at a breathtaking Irish castle. Picture this: you and your loved ones dancing the night away in regal gowns under glimmering lights. The engagement pictures you’ll get are just a bonus to the memories you’ll have!
Adventure Activities
Are you and your partner more of the adventurous type? Ireland has a variety of adventurous activities to fulfill your love for the outdoors and more.
Take a hike through the Wicklow Mountains and pack a picnic to enjoy on your way up. Horseback ride in the lush greenery or along the cool beaches. Or, go for a private air balloon ride high above the stunning landscape.
A Jaunting Car in Killarney
In the South West of Ireland, the picturesque town of Killarney is the best place for a ride in one of the local jaunting cars (horse and carriages for my friends overseas). The town, which is home to our country’s first and largest national park, Killarney National Park, is the perfect spot for a jaunting car adventure and picnic. Set out at the right time and you’ll be able to get engagement pictures right as the sun sets on some stunning scenery.
What are you planning to do to celebrate your engagement? I hope these ideas on celebrating your engagement in Ireland have been helpful!
Slán go Fóill,
Tara
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