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An amazing formation of rocks, otherwise known as the Giant's Causeway lies on the north east coast of Ireland. It is also home to the legend of the giant Finn McCool.

The Giant's Causeway, nestled on the north coast of County Antrim in Northern Ireland, is where science meets legend.

Destinations in Stena Line's 2009 programme of daytrips to Northern Ireland from Stranraer include the Giants Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Lowly cornstarch, plus the ingenuity of a physicist, a mathematician, and a graduate student, find the link between the drying time of basalt and its column-height.

Whether you're on a budget or have limited time, an international vacation is still possible. There are web sites, public transportation and cheap daytrips that can help.

Antrim hotels, coaching inns, other accommodation on Northern Ireland's Antrim coast. Sights include the Giant's Causeway, Bushmills Distillery and the Glens of Antrim

From Portrush to Belfast via Bushmills, the Giant's Causeway and the Glens of Antrim, Northern Ireland's Antrim Coast Provides One of the Most Beautiful Drives in Ireland

Americans typically head to the southwest of Ireland when seeking great links golf in Europe. But why be subjected to crowds and high fees when the north offers so much?

New shooters who think they have a chance to derail Derby champ Big Brown in the Preakness Stakes include Giant Moon, Yankee Bravo, and Stevil; 15 are possible.

Ten of the best things to do in Northern Ireland for 2008, from the Giant's Causeway and Bushmills Distillery to seeing Coldplay and Lee Evans live in Belfast.

The Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge combines a few experiences into one, making the destination well worth a visit for nature lovers and thrill seekers.

On a muddy track in the Jockey Club Gold Cup, Curlin cruised to set the all-time earnings record, surpassing the fabulous Cigar. Curlin has won $10 million in 15 races.

A trip along the Causeway Coastal Route and to County Fermanagh in Northern Ireland is a cold compress to minds soaked in stress.

Over the past ten years much has been done to restore and improve the Northern Ireland tourist industry in an attempt to attract visitors back to the country.

Empire Maker has a strong son on the Derby trail, Pioneerof The Nile, and one who is fading out of the limelight, Imperial Council. Unbridled's Song has two who may fade.

In American-sponsored Breeders' Cup Classic lore, Tiznow rules. Henrythenavigator helped European runners come to the fore by placing in one of five titles on October 25

The trail up Slieve Gullion takes the hiker to 1,880 feet above the Irish Sea affording views of the Mountains of Mourne, the Cooley peninsula and miles of green Armagh.

Travel publishers Lonely Planet have included Belfast as a City on the Rise in their Blue List, and say Northern Ireland is a Must See Destination for 2007

Despite the facts of past quarter cracks on his horse's hoofs, a packed starting gate, and drawing post twenty, trainer Richard Dutrow, Jr. says everything is go.

In the new paperback edition of Myths and Legends of Britain and Ireland, author Richard Jones explores the history and mystery of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales

Giant Moon's final Preakness Stakes workout Tuesday at Belmont Park went in :22.80 for the first quarter, and was a bullet time of :47.77 for the half mile.

Win Willy, Quality Road, and Take the Points were the last dropouts from the Kentucky Derby line-up this week, leaving spots for Atomic Rain and Nowhere to Hide.

Big Brown, Florida Derby bomber, Colonel John, and Pyro are the preferred Kentucky Derby trifecta as betted on in Las Vegas this week. Court Vision leads the rest, 10-1.

Storm Cat, a Northern Dancer grandson, and Sadler's Wells, a Northern Dancer son, have been pensioned. Their successful stud careers spanned decades.

Any Given Saturday, of A.P. Indy blood, came on late to grab three straight victories this summer. He'll stand at Darley for top dollar with Street Sense and Hard Spun.

Big Brown is a huge favorite at Pimlico. Only one horse from the Kentucky Derby follows Big Brown to the Preakness Stakes; no other is being seriously betted.

Cocoa Beach, Chilean-bred, briefly challenged Zenyatta for the Breeders' Cup Ladies Classic title. She also tried to make strides toward Bayakoa, another South American.

Lough Neagh is located in the heart of Northern Ireland and touches 5 of the 8 counties of Ulster. It offers many excellent walkways along its shoreline.

Bundles of champions like Northern Dancer, Secretariat, Buckpasser, and Bold Ruler show up in the pedigrees of Kentucky Derby contenders Hold Me Back and Friesan Fire.

Two of three polls rank Pioneerof The Nile as the No. 1 choice for Saturday's 135th running of the Kentucky Derby. Friesan Fire and I Want Revenge follow as No. 2.

1000 Places to See Before You Die is a New York Times Number One Bestseller and offers a life list of 'must see' travel destinations. How do the UK and Ireland rate?

Sometimes all you need is a short walk to stretch the legs, with a chance of seeing some wildlife and fantastic scenery. That's easy on the Isle of Skye.

The natural wonders of the world are truly breathtaking. They make us stand in awe and wonder how they ever came to be. Learn some fascinating facts about a few of them.

Leprechaun folktales for children ages 4 to 8 include funny folktales, folktales that teach a lesson, origin folktales, and retellings of traditional Irish folktales.

The United States garnered eight wins at the 2009 Breeders' Cup Championships, while the Europeans scored six victories. Zenyatta (USA) and Ireland's Goldikova starred.