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I'm writing this from my home office where I am fortunate enough to look out at Dublin Bay and see the endless flotilla of ships passing that remind me that we live on an island. So yesterday, I did a day trip to Holyhead and it cost just
The Irish Independent just asked Ireland's Michelin-starred chefs where they eat on their day off Clare is the Seafood Capital Vaughan's Anchor Inn & Linnane's Lobster Bar were each recommended three times. Clare is a hot spot it would seem. Combine your time at
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Where to Stay in Dublin By A Local I live in Dublin, so I don't stay in hotels here. But I'm in them all the time meeting guests & clients. I notice the things guests care about: noise levels, quality, appearance, amenities, location, walkability, staff attitude,
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Dún Laoghaire to Killiney Walk This is Dublin’s most beautiful walk and 99% of visitors don’t even know it exists. You’ll pass through local villages, swimming spots, castles, beaches, mansions, islands, and some of the best views in all of Dublin. And it's all just
Perfect for when you've just landed and your hotel room isn't ready Just off an overnight flight from the US? You're exhausted but can't sleep, and Dublin's winding streets make no sense. This is why I created the Jetlag Tour.
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Are You Flying Over Night From the US? "My flight lands in Dublin at 5am but I can't check in to my hotel until 3pm, what should I do?" I've flown from the US to Ireland more than 100 times. I fully understand the
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The Village Tour I promised that you'd see local Dublin and this is as local as it gets. This is my village and you're going to see authentic off the beaten track Dublin today. Raheny Village We start in Raheny Village. Now I confidently can say
Where to Stay in Dublin By A Local I live in Dublin, so I don't stay in hotels here. But I'm in them all the time meeting guests & clients. I notice the things guests care about: noise levels, quality, appearance, amenities, location, walkability, staff attitude,
Dublin By A Local I just Googled “What to do in Dublin,” and the guides are as dismal as the Irish weather in January. Written by people who don’t know Dublin. They just churn out the same Things To Do In Dublin list, copied from someone else who didn’
The Howth Cliff Walk By a local who walks it every week Want to see wild Irish cliffs without driving across the country? Come to Howth. It’s a fishing village just 30 minutes from Dublin. You’ll get waves, wind, seals, and scenery that'll make you forget
Temple Barred Coming to Dublin, home of the greatest pubs in the world, and drinking in Temple Bar is like visiting Paris, walking past the Louvre to see a fake Mona Lisa. This post has affiliate links where we earn a commission at no cost to you. What Is This
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Dublin was founded in 988. Has seen Viking invasions, British occupations, rebellions, famines, emigration, sports. And we have museums for all of them Here are my reviews of the best of these museums. I personally visited them and took all these photos. Accurate information by a Dublin local. I give
Kilmainham Gaol Visitor Guide: Everything You Need to Know Is Kilmainham Gaol Worth Visiting? Absolutely. I'd even call it essential if you are interested in Irish history. I've been more than ten times and it's still bone chilling to stand in the Stonebreaker'
Getting Around Dublin I barely drive in Dublin anymore. I only average 4,000 kilometers per year because I use public transport so much. It's less stressful and it's cheap. Most visitors overthink Dublin transport. The city centre is small, you can walk between all the
Traditional Irish Music is getting harder to find in Dublin unfortunately. Yes, you'll hear it in Temple Bar & the Brazen Head, but that's Irish music performed for tourists, not by Irish people for Irish people. We can only do this on Sundays because that'
Dublin By A Local I just Googled “What to do in Dublin,” and the guides are as dismal as the Irish weather in January. Written by people who don’t know Dublin. They just churn out the same Things To Do In Dublin list, copied from someone else who didn’
Dublin is a city brimming with pubs. I've spent 30 years drinking in them and here is my guide to the best pubs in Dublin. Real Dublin bars where locals drink, not tourist traps with inflated prices. Old Man Pubs It's easy to find the best
Croke Park Skyline Visitor Guide Is Croke Park Skyline Worth Visiting? Confession time. I'm not a huge Gaelic Sports fan (you'll learn why). I was worried it would just be a sports tour but it's not. It's a Dublin tour on the
The Merrion Hotel Review The Merrion is Dublin's 5 star hotel where the service is so good that it feels like there's more staff than guests, but they are impeccably trained to not be intrusive. You would do well to find a more luxurious place to
The Howth Cliff Walk By a local who walks it every week Want to see wild Irish cliffs without driving across the country? Come to Howth. It’s a fishing village just 30 minutes from Dublin. You’ll get waves, wind, seals, and scenery that'll make you forget
At Ireland By Locals, we get the best information from the best local experts. John Dooley, owner of Concierge Golf Ireland & PGA Professional, shares how to plan your Irish golf trip. Hi! Here are six steps to help you arrange the best golf and touring experiences to Ireland. Planning
Kerry: Ireland’s Most Beautiful County Kerry is the kind of place that makes you pull over every ten minutes just to say “wow”. It’s remote, rugged, and relentlessly beautiful. That’s why it’s called The Kingdom. But.....I've been going to Kerry for 40+ years
The T1 Lounge Dublin Airport Review Quick Verdict Basic but functional with no views. The staff are friendly, but a quick stop is enough. I fly through Terminal 1 at least once a month and only go to the lounge if I'm early for my flight to avoid