Literally speaking

Broadcaster and author Brian Edwards will host an 18-day literary tour through Ireland next June. Highlights include Dublin's Trinity College, a walk to the city's historic sites, and a literary pub crawl. Outside Dublin, the tour takes in the Waterford Crystal factory, the Aran Islands, a day in Yeats country, the Abbey Theatre and the Giant's Causeway.

The tour, from June 2 to 19, costs $8799 a person twin-share, or $9829 for single accommodation.

Contact: Travel agent.