• The Republic of Ireland covers most of the Irish island. • Northern Ireland is part of the United Kingdom. • It is referred to as the Emerald Isle because of the lush green country side, with historic castles and a rugged coastline. • You will find delightful small villages with pubs noted for their singing. • Famous cities such as the capital Dublin and Waterford for crystal. • Check out the “Luck of the Irish” at Durham’s Bull McCabe’s Irish Pub.