Northern Europe
Gurteen Bay and Dog's Bay, Ireland
When the sun shines on the white sands of these two crescent bays in County Galway, the sparkling greenish-blue water gives a new meaning to the phrase 'Emerald Isle'. With views over the harbour, O'Dowd's Pub and Seafood Restaurant in nearby Roundstone is a great place for oysters, washed down with a Guinness. Next door, townhouse bed and breakfast No 3 Fuschia Lane sleeps six, and is available for week-long bookings.
Details www.roundstoneselfcatering.com
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