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It's
Part of You be part of it.
If
you are considering visiting Donegal during July and August
we will be happy to create an itinerary for you to take part in
any of these very special and unique festivals for more information
and to see what’s on please visit www.flightoftheearls.ie
or click here see the festivals and
events listed for July and August or please call us on 074
95 48891 with your request.
NOTE: If you wish to avail of some special packages
for the main event 6th to 17th September 2007 please see below for
Package details and for package prices click
here. Click here for participating
properties.
What are the Packages Available?
The main events take place from 6th to 17th September 2007, beginning
with a concert by Phil Coulter in Letterkenny on Friday 7th September,
there are a host of activities and special functions through to the
closing ceremony on Sunday 16th September, all of these events are
listed below and for the main events we have created a series of special
packages that include guaranteed entrances and tickets to the main
events. The packaged listed below are based on a 3 night stay
with the option of;
* self drive package including accommodation
and tickets for the main events
* Including the 45 minute Flight Dublin
to Donegal and a 3 day rental of a compact manual car rental with
all inclusive insurances and including accommodation and tickets for
the main events
* Including the Flight from Glasgow
Prestwick to Donegal and a 3 day rental of a compact manual car rental
with all inclusive insurances. (Both flights are operated by Aer
Arann and are subject to their terms and conditions full timetables
are listed below)
* Including the Stena HSS ferry or the
P&O fast ferries from Troon and Cairnryan to Larne.
(Click here to see the timetable)
What’s included in the Package?
Each package includes: Tickets for the Flight of the Earls Banquet
(13th September), The opening Ceremony and launch of the Commemoration
(14th September), an evening of entertainment on board the Jeanie
Johnstone (12-16 September), the Gala Carnival and Walk the
Plank Fireworks Spectacular (15th September) and the closing Concert
on the 16th September.
IT’S INCLUDED! The
Flight of the Earls Banquet. 13th September, Letterkenny
The Flight of the Earls commemoration is of huge interest to Irish
and Ulster Scot Clan members around the world. A special banquet
has been planned to accommodate the largest Clan gathering in Donegal
for centuries. Descendants of the Ulster clans will be in attendance
at this medieval dinner dance which will include re-enactments, jesters,
bards traditional Irish food. Join the Earls for a fun night
to remember.
IT’S INCLUDED! Official
Launch of the Commemoration 14th September, Rathmullan
To mark the exact date of the Flight of the Earls a simple ceremony
will take place on the shore of Portnamurray, Rathmullan. Dignitaries
invited include Foreign Ministers from Spain, Italy, Belgium and France
and the President of Ireland. A re-enactment of the Flight of
the Earls will take place at 12pm in Portnamurray.
 IT’S
INCLUDED!
Flight of the Earls Spectacular Re-enactment and Carnival,
15th September
A spectacular show that recreates the departure of the Earls on land
and sea. Using fireworks, music, lights this stunningly choreographed
show will be the highlight of the Festival for many. Produced
by one of Europe’s biggest outdoor show organisers the outdoor
event will have the stunning backdrop of Rathmullan and Lough Swilly.
Produced by the same company behind the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth
Games this will be one of the most spectacular shows ever to be seen
in Ireland.
IT’S INCLUDED! Inishowen
Carnival Parade ‘The Exiles Return’ 15th September.
The Inishowen Carnival Group’s ‘The Exiles Return’
carnival parade of 300 performers will tell the story of the ghostly
return of the clans of the Earls in a blaze of fanfare and pageant.
A colourful story of how the “Emerald Empire” spread and
how Ireland and the world have changed because of it.
IT’S INCLUDED! Flight of
the Earls Closing Concert,16th September
This, the World Premiere of Flight of the Earls composition will be
performed by the Irish Chamber Orchestra and a choir of 200 local
school children. A combination of music and poetry this spectacular
and moving performance will be a truly entertaining end to a packed
and exciting festival.
There
is also the option of extending your stay and the costs of additional
nights are also listed below.
For
Prices click here see the table of costs.
Simply select your hotel and the prices given are based on a 3 night
stay and include tickets and entrances as described. Prices
are given for Self Drive, with Flights from Dublin and From Glasgow
Prestwick, and for access via ferry from Troon, Cairnryan and Stranrear
to Larne or Belfast with P&O Irish Sea fast ferries or The Stena
HSS.
If you have any questions regarding you planned visit please do
not hesitate to contact us Tel: 074 95 48891 or
email info@saoirefailte.com.
Our reservations team is standing by to book your package.
Call now to join in Ireland’s biggest event this year!!
 IT’S
OPTIONAL! A 4 HOUR CRUISE AROUND LOUGH SWILLY ON THE JEANIE
JOHSNTON
Trips on the tall ship “Jeanie Johnston” September 12th
- 16th Rathmullan, Depart from the same spot as the Earls did 400
years ago and re-enact the first step of the “Flight of the
Earls” journey through stunning Lough Swilly. Cost is €80
per adult and €40 per child
IT’S OPTIONAL! Commemorative
March 14th – 16th September - Donegal Town to Rathmullan
Our vision for 'The Flight of the Earls' commemorations is to march
over three days 14th 15th and 16th Sept 2007. To replicate this
event in our own way 99 people will march from Donegal to Rathmullan.
We see it as a way of bringing people from all over Donegal together.
For more information contact: Anne Leonard at +353 87 7844803 or
visit the website at www.walkingireland.ie
There is also the option of extending your stay and
the costs of additional nights are also listed below.
For Prices click
here see the table of costs. Simply select your hotel
and the prices given are based on a 3 night stay and include tickets
and entrances as described. Prices are given for Self Drive,
with Flights from Dublin and From Glasgow Prestwick, and for access
via ferry from Troon, Cairnryan and Stranrear to Larne or Belfast
with P&O Irish Sea fast ferries or The Stena HSS.
If you have any questions regarding you planned visit please do
not hesitate to contact us Tel: 074 95 48891 or
email info@saoirefailte.com.
Our reservations team is standing by to book your package.
Call now to join in Ireland’s biggest event this year!!
All of the packages listed are available with immediate confirmation
and we accept payment by Visa, MasterCard, Laser or by Cheque and
we issue full documents and vouchers with your confirmation.
Donegal – Unique, Exciting, natural, unspoiled, the
chance to Discover, to Meet and to Relax
When visiting Donegal we are also pleased to offer you a choice
of other activities to ensure you make the most of your visit -
Donegal has always been held to have a character of its own and
there are many reasons for experiencing Donegal. Many of the hotels
and guesthouses in the county are an ideal base for golf, horse-riding,
fishing, photography, painting, learning Irish, poetry and much
more. The region offers many exciting experiences such as
a meeting with Ireland’s last recognized King, Patsy Dan Mac
Ruaídhrí, The gardens at Glenveagh, turf cutting at
Ionad Cois Locha and an hour in the company of Enya’s father
– Leo Brennan at Leo’s tavern Meenaleck. The music
in the region is unparalleled and ubiquitous. There are also
many beaches in the region and the pubs are very good up here if
you don’t fancy the walk!!!
Below you will find the list of 3 and 4 star
hotels and B&B’s and self catering properties that we
have carefully selected for your accommodations. A short description
is given for each property and the web site address included where
possible.
For
Prices click here see the table of costs..
Simply select your hotel and the prices given are based on a
3 night stay and include tickets and entrances as described.
Prices are given for Self Drive, with Flights from Dublin and From
Glasgow Prestwick, and for access via ferry from Troon, Cairnryan
and Stranrear to Larne or Belfast with P&O Irish Sea fast ferries
or The Stena HSS.
If you have any questions regarding you planned visit please do
not hesitate to contact us Tel: 074 95 48891 or
email info@saoirefailte.com.
Our reservations team is standing by to book your package.
Call now to join in Ireland’s biggest event this year!!
Your
Selection of Hotels, B&B and Self catering Properties
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| Hotels
Selection |
The
Tower Hotel, City of Derry.
The
City Hotel, Derry.
Rathmullan
House Hotel.
The
Clanree Hotel. Letterkenny.
Gallagher’s
Hotel, Letterkenny.
Ramada
Encore, Letterkenny.
Mount
Errigal Hotel, Letterkenny.
Radisson
SAS, Letterkenny.
The
Silver Tassie Hotel. Letterkenny.
The
Milford Inn Hotel, Milford.
The
Villa Rose Hotel, Ballybofey
Kee’s
Hotel, Ballybofey.
Harvey’s
Point Country Hotel, Lough Eske, Donegal Town.
The
Abbey Hotel, Donegal Town.
The
Central Hotel, Donegal Town
The
Nesbitt Arms Hotel, Ardara, Co. Donegal.
Sandhouse
Hotel, Rossnowlagh.
Shandon
Hotel, Port na Blagh.
Arnolds
Hotel, Dunfanaghy.
Seaview
Hotel, Bunbeg, Gweedore. |
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| Bed
and Breakfast Selections |
Dergfield
House, Ballybofey B&B.
Hilltop
B&B, Ballybofey
Ardglas
B&B, Letterkenny.
Ardlee
B&B, Letterkenny.
Fycorranagh
House B&B, Letterkenny.
Bridgeburn
House B&B, Letterkenny.
Ardeen
House B&B, Ramelton
Hill
Crest House B&B, Letterkenny. |
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| Self
catering Properties |
Barnes
Cottage.
Dunnes
Cottage, Letterkenny.
Glenview
Holiday Home, Letterkenny.
Rose
Holiday Home, Letterkenny.
Stablewoods
Cottage, Newmills |
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