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Embrace the Wild Atlantic Way of Life<\/h2>\n

Whether it\u2019s following the thundering sounds of the surf to the nearest break, treating your tastebuds to the finest local delicacies, or drinking in the view from the top of the nearest peak, the six unique regions of the Wild Atlantic Way offer a feast for every sense. Whatever your flavour, you\u2019ll find it here.<\/p>\n

Named coolest place on the planet by National Geographic Traveller<\/a>, Donegal boasts pristine beaches and offshore islands, making it a must-visit destination for 2017.<\/p>\n

According to the magazine, Donegal \u201c…is a dreamlike landscape, wild and remote… the kind of place where you may spot a golden eagle soaring above Glenveagh National Park<\/a>, or hear Irish spoken as a native tongue in the Gaeltacht around Gweedore and Glencolmcille.”<\/p>\n

If head-turning terrain and exclusive encounters aren’t enough to make you want to start planning your visit, we\u2019ve compiled 10 irresistible experiences that are sure to put Donegal at the top of your Bucket List of cool things to do in 2017:<\/p>\n

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