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5 Things to do in Dublin
Dublin is the capital and largest city in Ireland with a population of 1.2 million. It’s rich in history and culture and there is plenty to stimulate all the senses in this vibrant, cosmopolitan city. From its grand architecture and museums to its delightful gardens and cosy pubs there is much to capture your attention. The inner city is easy to explore on foot. I recommend wearing comfortable shoes and setting out to visit these 5 places. It’s also important to allow some free time to just wander and spontaneously discover Dublin, allowing for that element of surprise. A detour could uncover some unique, hidden gem which is off the…
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7 Pubs to visit in Temple Bar, Dublin
I invite you to get lost in the pubs as you wander through the Temple Bar District. Just don’t miss your flight! This downtown hub is one of the oldest areas of Dublin and is great to get a solid taste of Irish Pub Culture. No particular plan is needed. Just arrive and start meandering through the streets stopping at pubs that take your fancy along the way. Boasting an impressive 750 pubs, Dublin has to be in the running for the city with the most pubs in the world as you can find one on nearly every street corner. Temple Bar offers a great selection of colourful pubs in…
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4 Things to do in and around Dun Laoghaire
1. Walk along the Dun Laoghaire East Pier at Sunset Anytime of day is pleasant to walk along Dun Laoghaire (pronounced Dunleary) East Pier however the view at sunset is exquisite. According to Kate Holmquist from the Irish Times ‘People have healed from heartbreaks and anxieties and solved moral dilemmas by striding up and down that pier, alone or in tandem.’ Our friend introduced us to this walk on our first evening in Ireland and we were so grateful. It was the perfect opportunity to have a decent heart-to-heart catch up whilst simultaneously getting a workout. The 1.3 km walk (2.6 km return) is a popular spot to exercise for…
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From Oz to Ireland
Ireland, sir, for good or evil, is like no other place under heaven, and no man can touch it’s sod or breathe it’s air without becoming better George Bernard Shaw – Irish Playwright From its sweeping rugged coastlines and lush green rolling hills to its bustling cosmopolitan heart there is much to satisfy the curiosity of the inquisitive traveller in the Emerald Isle. Ireland welcomes you with open arms like a warm hug offering a magical combination of soulful Irish music and the comforting taste of hearty Irish Stew washed down with a pint of Guinness. This experience is enhanced even further by the lilting accents of the Irish. They…
