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Old 11th August 2016, 22:01   #11
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will keep my eye on this thread may well try this, could be a nice mix of a new meet, meeting new people and a holiday to boot
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Old 12th August 2016, 19:30   #12
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Never been to NI or Southern Ireland so could make up a few days holiday. I'll keep a watch on the thread
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Old 14th August 2016, 00:41   #13
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while you don't need a passport for northern Ireland the ferries seem to want them .
There's a reason for that it's actually to do with smuggling of kids and babies. Was a problem with travelling families around 12 years ago and now it's required when boarding but not booking.

Seems to be plenty of interest. I will make enquiries after our annual owners day on the 28th of August.

I will get hotel prices at the local and newly refurbished holiday in and also at the local Hilton which truthfully has everything including bar, reception etc etc.

I might be able to swing something else locally also.

Obviously the big ones would be Bushmills distillery, dark hedges, giants causeway, titanic museum, Crumlin Road. Jail, baleek pottery (which is sadly the other end of ni).

Over 5 days / 4 nights would be ideal giving everyone a chance to arrive on 1st day/night depending where they sail from, and get settled in.

Day 2 would likely be the Belfast places, titanic museums and get your otitis taken in front of Samson and Golliath the 2 Belfast cranes, Crumlin jail (which is limited for parking but I've an idea for that) and then weather dependant we could all head in convoy to the dark hedges for photos or sight see after an evening meal as it's best in late evening / witching hour.

Day 3 would be best for the coastal route with Bushmills, giants causeway all along same route and could finish on Portstewart beach that you can drive onto and I could arrange a mg rover meet for that evening if people wanted.

Day 4 would likely be best for the big drive to Baleek pottery and the stunning Marble arch caves in Enniskillen. About 80 mins from Belfast but 2 of the best attractions in the country.

Day 5 would easily squeeze something in early morning depending on who takes what ferries and what time but if not don't want to rush people. Nothing in NI is more than 90 mins from any of our ferry ports.

I would be thinking of getting discounts on everything as groups and bookings etc.

Has anyone any requests. I'm suggesting the jail which could also be part of the Belfast tour of the town on an open top bus which is very educational.

Opinions. I'd try and keep costs down.
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Old 14th August 2016, 00:53   #14
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Carrick castle could be a good starting point for the coastal tour Colin? Going up Beltoy Road and seven sisters to Larne. (There's roadworks with temp traffic lights at Whitehead, only letting 4 or five cars through at a time)
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Old 15th August 2016, 16:56   #15
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We could well be interested in this, but would depend on cost, for the ferry and hotel, please keep us posted.

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Old 15th August 2016, 19:08   #16
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Depending on dates etc I would be up for this Not too far as the crow flies lol
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Old 16th August 2016, 09:31   #17
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Hi Colin,

This sounds very interesting for us,would love a trip over to N/I with the family,could you please keep us posted on possible dates & venues etc,very much obliged for posting this,take care & hope to hear from you.

Best Regards.....John & Jan.

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Old 22nd August 2016, 09:37   #18
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My focus will be it as a drivers holiday.

Basically along lines of a great set of driving memories and historical places for you to visit.

All shall be affordable and I'm playing two hotel chains against each other for interest.

Has anyone got any specific disability needs or family member with needs. Just so I can plan best hotels etc.

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Old 23rd August 2016, 10:02   #19
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Sounds good, I frequently visit Ireland, only got back from a Goldwing gathering there yesterday on Big Blue, I clocked up 1,400 miles touring. Great organised rideouts, so many of us, usually under police escort.
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Old 11th January 2017, 05:47   #20
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I shall have prices, listings of events and dates for anyone interested in the last week of January.

I'm trying to get flat rates for anyone who books through the owners club regardless of date.
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