Reasons to leave Donegal

1. Walk the walls of Derry: check out the times of the guided tours with the information centre on 028 71 267284.

2. The extraordary Carrowmore megalithic cemetery, SW of Sligo town -- dozens of tombs within a square mile, within the grand theatre of the surrounding hills and mountains.

3. The ferry from Greencastle on Inishowan Peninsula to Magilligan (site of the notorious jail) in County Derry.

4. Ulster American Folk Park: between Omagh and Strabane. Celebrates the emigration story of the Mellon Family.

5. Get your rented car from family firm King's Car Hire at Derry, Belfast International or City Airport. Very reasonable all-inclusive rates and no hassles.