Here on the northeastern coast you are close to some of Ireland’s most spectacular scenery: the rugged shoreline of the Giant's Causeway (a World Heritage site) looking northeast towards Scotland. Great golf, fine fishing, topnotch touring, and excellent eating and drinking are main attractions in this corner of the Emerald Isle.

THE SPOOKY RUINS OF MEDIEVAL
DUNLUCE CASTLE, ON THE ANTRIM COAST.
Photo © HOME AT FIRST

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          The Antrim Coast is a golfer’s paradise, and a fisherman’s nirvana. You can trace family roots, shop for woolens and tweeds, even celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Visit local pubs to get to know the Irish. Visit the nearby Bushmill's Distillery to learn about (and sample!) the north's proud whisky. And don't miss sampling Irish and international cuisine in fine restaurants throughout the region.

LOCATE COUNTIES ANTRIM & LONDONDERRY ON HOME AT FIRST'S MAP OF IRELAND.

          The Antrim Coast offers some of the best golf in Ireland on some world-class links courses, including Royal Portrush (former British Open site), Portstewart, and Castle Rock. For more information about these and other shrines of Irish golf, visit our IRISH GOLF page.

GOLF AT ROYAL PORTRUSH
Photo courtesy British Tourist Authority.

          HOME AT FIRST’s cottages are close to the dramatically beautiful northeastern coast of Ireland in Counties Antrim and Londonderry in Northern Ireland.
 

HOME AT FIRST SEASIDE
COTTAGES, NORTHERN IRELAND
Photo © HOME AT FIRST

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          HOME AT FIRST's Northern Ireland villages—Portstewart, Portrush, Ballycastle, Cushendun, and Cushendall—are pretty coastal towns conveniently located for exploring the far north of Ireland.

FIND YOUR FAMILY'S ROOTS, OR
OTHER CONNECTIONS WITH IRELAND
AT THE ULSTER-AMERICAN FOLK PARK.
Photo courtesy British Tourist Authority.

                  Lots to do on foot, or with your rental car!
       Drive the dramatic coast roads or the scenic roads through the Antrim Glens. Walk some of the many trails. Stop for high tea. Discover and enjoy local pubs and fine restaurants throughout the region. HOME AT FIRST guests in Northern Ireland receive our exclusive "Ireland Activities Guide", full of suggestions and maps for day trips and other activities for your visit.

CLICK HERE! To see a sample day trip from HOME AT FIRST's exclusive "Ireland Activity Guide".

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               HOME AT FIRST’s Northern Ireland program is ideal for
FAMILY TRAVEL:

• FAMILY LIFESTYLE: spacious cottages give everybody their own
   space.

• FAMILY EFFICIENCY: cook & eat-in for breakfast & supper;
   picnic out for lunch.

• FAMILY ACTIVITIES: Castles, walks, boats, animals, playgrounds,
   bike rides, pony treks..

• FAMILY AFFORDABILITY: Kids Stay Free!

TAKE THE KIDS ON A HIKING ADVENTURE
ACROSS THE CARRICK-A-REDE ROPE
 BRIDGE ON THE ANTRIM COAST A FEW
MILES EAST OF THE GIANT'S CAUSEWAY
Martin Brent Photo courtesy www.britainonview.com.

 

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NOTE: Any included airfares are subject to change until tickets are issued and may
be subject to fuel surcharges and tax increases.
NOTE: Any included car rentals may be subject to any locally charged taxes & fees.
 

 
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WITH HOME AT FIRST'S VACATIONS TO NORTHERN IRELAND?
         You get all the elements your trip requires. You don't get more than you need. Your trip comes with the independence and flexibility that will let you travel at your own pace and explore according to your interests. CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE DETAILS!
         HOME AT FIRST helps you do it all with its exclusive, expansive IRELAND ACTIVITY GUIDE, plus a current calendar of events happening in Northern Ireland during your visit.

 

DELIVERY BIKE OUTSIDE LAFFERTY'S
PUB, CARNCASTLE, COUNTY ANTRIM.
Photo courtesy www.britainonview.com.
 

CLICK HERE to begin your HOME AT FIRST travel adventure to NORTHERN IRELAND!