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Inveraray Castle
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh, Old Town Scotland
©Titanic Belfast
Giants Causeway
The Royal Yacht Britannia -©Marc Millar
Glenveagh Castle
Departs: September 14th, 2021 Tour Dates & Pricing
Experience the scenery, folklore, and distinct cultures of the people of Scotland and Ireland. Spend three nights in Glasgow, going on a panoramic tour of the city, explore Inveraray Castle, and cruise Loch Lomond. Tour Edinburgh including Edinburgh Castle, Medieval Old Town, and the Royal Yacht Britannia. Cross the Irish Sea, spending two nights in Belfast including a city tour and visits to the award-winning Titanic Belfast museum. Marvel at the geologic wonder, Giant’s Causeway, and experience the intriguing walled-city of Derry. Visit Glenveagh Castle and take a peek at Belleek Pottery for quintessential Irish craftsmanship. Tour Dublin, the capital of Ireland, and explore the city on your own or visit the National Museum of Ireland before returning home.
Hosted By: Jennifer Horbelt
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Day 1 : Scotland Bound
We begin with an overnight flight across the pond to Scotland.
Day 2 : Glasgow
This morning we enjoy a city tour featuring the highlights of Scotland’s largest and most colorful city.
Our accommodations for the next three evenings are in Glasgow.
We join this evening for a Holiday Vacations Welcome Dinner.
Day 3 : Inveraray Castle & Loch Lomond
Today we leave the bustle of Glasgow for the scenic splendor of Inveraray. Overlooking Loch Fyne and nestled among gorgeous gardens sits Inveraray Castle. This sprawling fortress offers history and sophistication.
After lunch at The George Hotel, we cruise the country’s most scenic waterway, Loch Lomond. Panoramic views of the Southern Highlands lay out before us as we glide along this impressive loch.
Day 4 : Edinburgh & The Royal Yacht Brittania
Experience Edinburgh on a guided tour featuring the history of Georgian New Town, medieval Old Town, and enjoy a memorable visit to its iconic castle. First we explore The Royal Yacht Britannia, vacation home to Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family for over 40 years sailing over 1,000,000 miles around the world.
Later we discover Edinburgh Castle. Towering above the city atop a hillside, we tour this historic fortress, one of the most important military strongholds in the country’s history.
Day 5 : Ferry to Belfast
We bid goodbye to Scotland today and board an impressive Superferry for a pleasant trip to Northern Ireland. The Cairnryan Superferry offers unmatched beauty as we cross the Irish Sea to Belfast.
Upon arrival, we check-in to the Grand Central Hotel in Belfast for two nights. This deluxe property is located in the heart of the city.
The remainder of the day is yours to explore the city and uncover its many treasures.
Day 6 : Titanic Belfast Museum
Enjoy Titanic Belfast, a museum commemorating the birthplace of the world’s most famous ship. Built to resemble the doomed vessel, it extends over nine interactive galleries and is frequently rated as one of the top museums in the world.
This afternoon, Northern Ireland’s largest city comes alive on a panoramic Belfast guided tour. Belfast is a city rich with history, culture, and Irish craic. We see the Titanic Quarter, City Hall, St. Anne’s Cathedral, Queens University and the Prince Albert Memorial Clock.
Day 7 : Giant’s Causeway
We receive our first glimpse of Northern Ireland’s majestic coast this morning and discover the beauty of Giant’s Causeway. This UNESCO World Heritage Site and unique geological wonder offers unmatched landscapes and surreal views.
This afternoon, we arrive in the walled-city of Derry and tour its iconic Guild Hall, discovering history on this guided walking tour.
We overnight in Letterkenny, a bonny market town in the north of Ireland and rated the country’s “tidiest town” in 2015.
Day 8 : Glenveagh Castle & Donegal
We continue to Glenveagh National Park to tour the picturesque castle where Hollywood stars such as Marilyn Monroe and Clark Gable have vacationed.
Later, learn how Irish whiskey is made at the Slane Whiskey Distillery located in the old stables of Slane Castle, nestled on the banks of the Dunboyne River. After the tour, enjoy a taste of the “water of life” that has kept Irishmen warm and affable for centuries.
We enjoy a scenic drive to Donegal and a dinner at our accommodations for the evening.
Day 9 : Belleek Pottery
Belleek Pottery is our first destination today. We begin in the visitor’s center and then enjoy a guided tour of the world-renowned pottery.
Lunch will be in Enniskillen before visiting Kells, one of the most important Monastic sites in Ireland and home to the Market Celtic Cross which dates from the 9th century.
Tonight's dinner and our accommodations for two nights are at the Dunboyne Castle Hotel.
Day 10 : Dublin
Discover Dublin this morning on a guided tour. View Dublin Castle, the Spire of Dublin, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the Guinness Factory, the Ha’penny Bridge, and visit the National Museum of Ireland.
Our Holiday Vacations Farewell Lunch today is at the Merchant's Arch. Between courses storytellers will provide insights of Irish life in times past.
Later there is time to stroll colorful Grafton Street.
Day 11 : Return Home
We fly home with wonderful memories of our adventure.
September 14th, 2021 - September 24th, 2021
Occupancy
Price Per Person
Double
$5499
Single
$6599
Final Payment Date: 06/11/2021
Jennifer Horbelt is an Emmy nominated journalist who brings her skills to WPSD Local 6 at 5, 6 and 10 p.m. alongside Todd Faulkner.
Jennifer attended the University of Tennessee Martin before beginning her career at WPSD in 2006. She worked her way up the ladder from reporter to evening anchor, covering stories from the courtroom, the front lines of wildfires, even the sidelines at the Super Bowl. In 2012, she had the opportunity to interview a sitting president and Jimmy Fallon before he took over The Tonight Show. It’s the day-to-day grind of television news that Jennifer loves the most. though. Gathering information, writing, working as a team, and sharing the stories of people across the Local 6 region is her passion.
Jennifer and her husband Bobby, a firefighter for the city of Paducah, have been married since 2013. Their son, Logan, turned three this year and loves cars, trucks, and anything with wheels! In 2019, Jennifer earned a Master of Arts in Strategic Communication degree from UTM. She is also past board chair for Lotus Children’s Advocacy & Sexual Violence Resource Center.
Join Jennifer and WPSD viewers on this fabulous trip of a lifetime.
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