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When a person lives in a state the size of Texas, his or her interpretation of a weekend road trip frequently involves driving at least 300 miles. And, since we live in the center of Texas, we can drive at least 400 miles in any direction and never leave the state. So to assist our viewers fulfill their need to wander, we’ve included some links for travel & tourist information to two of our favorite places, Ireland and Texas.Wherever you roam, we hope that you have a safe & enjoyable trip!
Sláinte, Mike Shanley & Gail Coldiron.
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One
of the treasures that arrive in our mailbox bimonthly is our copy
of Ireland of the Welcomes, a glossy travel magazine filled
with fabulous pictures and wonderful articles about Ireland. To
find out more about the magazine, see an issue or subscribe, visit
the Fáilte Ireland [Ireland Tourist Board] website: www.irelandofthewelcomes.com |
Another
treasure that we enjoy every day is our adopted hometown of Mason.
It’s quiet, the folks are friendly, and the surrounding area
is beautiful, particularly in the Spring. We’re located in
the Texas Hill Country, west of Austin & San Antonio. So if
you need to get away from the rat race, come to Mason. Check out
the Mason Chamber of Commerce’s website for tourist info:
www.masontxcoc.com.
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The
Texas Hill Country covers a broad area in the center of the state
and features hills, canyons, clear streams and rivers, plus interesting
flora and fauna. This area also overflows with guest lodges, State
parks, B & B’s & other accommodations to make your
visit a real treat. Come for a day, a week or a year, you’ll
find all the tourist info you can possibly need on: www.hill-country-visitor.com |
The
Inside Ireland email newsletter is filled with travel info, tidbits,
articles & general “stuff” about Ireland and can
be received for a nominal subscription fee. The Inside Ireland
website also features info on dual citizenship, genealogy, and travel.
To find out more about the newsletter or to subscribe, visit the
website: www.insideireland.com.
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Northern
Ireland, its reputation long stained by the Troubles, is a land
of rare beauty and long history. Thanks to the 1997 IRA ceasefire
and the effects of the 1998 Good Friday Agreement, tourism in the
North of Ireland is on the upswing. For extensive travel & tourism
information, visit the Northern Ireland Tourist Board’s website: www.discovernorthernireland.com |
Texas
is a big state, filled with panoramic scenery, larger-than-life
heroes and tall tales. If you are a “planner” when you
travel, take a look at the TravelTexas.com website to plan your
next trip to or in Texas. Even the folks who live here need travel
information before they hitch up the wagons and take off. Every-thing
Texas can be found at: www.traveltexas.com. |
Contact
Us
Shanley
& Coldiron
PO Box 1605
Mason, Texas 76856 USA
Tel:
325-347-9016 FAX: 325-347-0393
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Gail@IrishTexans.com
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