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Ammarah


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Hello, 

Hope this post finds you all well. I am planning a trip with my parents, they are 65 years young. My mother is limited with energy and how much physical activity she can do. We want to see more of the country side of Ireland and be immersed in its culture. We will be flying in from London on July 26th, I haven't decided which airport because I can't figure out what is best. We do need to end up in Dublin for a wedding on July 30th. I am happy to rent a car (automatic of course) to make getting around easier for all of us. With so many places to see and things to do, I can't narrow down an area that will be best for my parents. Perhaps, someone can give me an area that we can enjoy for two to three days. I was originally thinking flying to Shannon and staying in a town near by to see the Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands. I don't think they will be able to walk to the cliffs, so we will have to only do the cruise. I know the doolin caves will be nice for them since they love caves, but after reading posts I see they cant physically do it. Thought the drive from the west coast to dublin would be a nice scenic experience. As I said though, I am unsure. 

A little guidance and direction is much appreciated. 

With best, 

Ammarah



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Depending upon available flights, you could consider Shannon, Kerry or Cork airports and base yourself in either Galway, Killarney or Cork (Blarney, Cohb or Kinsale).  Any one of those bases would provide plenty to see/do in the vicinity, given your time and physical constraints, although a Cork base might require too much walking.

If the Cliffs are a 'Must See', I suggest a Galway base.



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Welcome to the forum. I agree with Bob that Galway might suit you. From there you can either get the ferry or plane to the Aran Islands. Once on the islands you can get around by mini van or horse-drawn vehicle.

At the Cliffs of Moher if you have a disabled badge for your car you can park close.

Connemara also makes a good day trip from Galway (mostly driving).

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Living in East Galway I wouldn't describe the drive from Dublin scenic, Shannon is a far better option for the West coast if you can manage it.

Cliffs of Moher are actually wheelchair friendly these days, not sure if they have chairs available though? As to the Arans, I personally recommend Inis Oirr which you could do along with a mini cruise under the Cliffs.

Ennis is the town I always give as the best "Touring Base" for the whole of Clare and what was the Shannon region. There are a number of day trip loops which can be done from there covering south west Clare for LoopHead and other sights below Lahinch, West Clare including the Cliffs and Burren and over here into east Clare/Galway and the now designated Lough Derrg Lakelands.

Galway is also a great base from where you can explore the Connemara region



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Contact the Cliffs before you arrive, and they will have special instructions for you to access handicapped parking and wheelchairs. http://www.cliffsofmoher.ie/



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There are various places in Ireland that have mobility scooters free to patrons. Last time I was at the cliffs I inquired but they didn't have them at that time. But send an email as they might have them now.

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Be careful of some sights that say Wheelchair friendly. Bunratty is one such place, they do have wheelchairs available but the person in the wheel chair has to be able to get out and walk a bit occasionally to make most of the complex available as we found with some visitors last month. The cliffs are sloped but non too steep and the pathways are tarred/paved rather than gravel.

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