LOCATION: Situated about 7km from Adare, which is reputed to be "Ireland's prettiest town", just off the local road between Croom and Ballingarry, Earlson Farmhouse makes for an idyllic location from which to take day trips to visit such attractions as Limerick and Cork cities, Killarney, the Ring of Kerry and the delights of the Burren in Co. Clare. Shannon Airport is a 45 minute drive away and the ferry port of Rosslare about a 3 hour drive. If making connections, extra time should be allowed to compensate for traffic conjestion which can occur from time to time, especially during holiday periods and at rush hour. Dublin city, Ireland's capital is about a 3 hour drive away also. Galway and beautiful Connemara can be reached in 3 hours. Locally, be sure to visit such attractions as the Castle and Abbeys in Adare, which are interpreted at the Adare Heritage Centre, Lough Gur Iron Age settlement and dramatic Stone Circle, Bunratty Castle and Banquet, together with the nearby "Durty Nelly's" themed pub, King John's Castle in Limerick city and much, much more. Visit Shannon Tourism's website for full details of all the Region has to offer. SOME USEFUL LINKS By air Aer Lingus Easy Jet Ryan Air Continental Airlines Delta Airlines British Airways Airports Shannon Airport (1 hour) Cork Airport (1hour 10 mins) Kerry Airport (1 hour) By Train Limerick City railway station is 30 minutes drive. For information on timetables please click on: www.irishrail.ie Shopping Adare offers a wide selection of lovely shops awaiting discovery, such as The Giftbox and George Stacpoole By Car There are many reputable car hire companies at each airport. The following are just a few. www.budget.ie www.dan-dooley.ie www.avis.ie Concise road directions to Adare are available on: www.aaroadwatch.ie Click on route planner and key in Kilmacanerla, Adare, Co. Limerick as your destination and you will be able to print off the detailed directions with road numbers, exact distance and estimated journey times. Flowers For a great selection of flowers, suitable for all occasions, click on: www.abbeyfealeflowers.ie