Darragh here, a very proud Dubliner who wants you to see the very best of Ireland. Get your advice from Locals who know Ireland the best.
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Newgrange Visitor Guide: Everything You Need to Know Is Newgrange Worth Visiting? Newgrange & Knowth are older than the pyramids and one of only three UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Ireland, so it's definitely worth visiting. Standing in a 5,000 year old tomb built by our ancestors
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United Polaris Business Class Review: POP-EWR-DUB There was plenty of drama on my trip from Puerto Plata to Dublin, via Newark. Last minute upgrade, missed meals, bad information, two planes to Dublin, a miserable crew, a happy one and sneaky tricks to get a seat. This review has it all!
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I see this question asked frequently on Irish travel groups. I'm a Dubliner, born and bred, and will give you my thoughts here. Disclaimer: I'm a 6'3" man who grew up in Dublin, knows the city & its characters well, so my experience
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The Leinster is a 55 room gorgeously designed hotel in a more refined part of Dublin City Centre. Government buildings, art museums, parks and upscale neighborhoods are within a few minutes walk of the Leinster. The Lobby & First Impressions As soon as you walk in, you're not
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Founded By Vikings Dublin is a Viking city founded in 988. Vikings were good at trade, bad at laying out cities. Today Dublin is still a tangle of winding streets that confuse tourists. My solution is walking routes that follow one main street each. Think of them like a walking
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When I was growing up, I was an airplane geek. I would take two buses to the airport on a Sunday afternoon to go to Dublin Airport and plane spot. Had my little log book, my radio scanner. I don't put this on my dating profile of course,
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Quick Verdict on 51st & Green 51st & Green is my favourite lounge in Dublin Airport although the competition isn't that high. It's open, airy, with good runway views, a decent breakfast, good bar and showers. The staff are always friendly. But it does get crowded
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Dublin Without Maps Dublin's twisted streets confuse visitors. Vikings cities weren't built for tourists. My solution is routes which follows one main street. Like a walking subway line, with stops on and just off the route. Never worry about getting lost! Dame Route The Dame Street
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Liffey Lounge Review By A Frequent DUB Flier Quick Verdict The Liffey Lounge got a fresh revamp in 2024, replacing the older T2 Lounge with updated interiors and a brighter layout. The seating is excellent and very relaxing preflight area. While it does have a barista, it really falls short
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Portmarnock Resort & Golf Links Portmarnock is a coastal village 40 minutes from Dublin City and importantly only 20 minutes to Dublin Airport. I recommend staying here the night before you fly home instead of going into Dublin City. It's calmer, a nice relaxing way to end your
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Skip the busy buses & walk along the sea From March through September, over 80 cruise ships bring 128,000 passengers to Dun Laoghaire. It's busy. Picture the scene. Your cruise ship docks in Dún Laoghaire/Dublin. 3,000 passengers rush to get off the ship, then wait
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What Is Dublinia? Dublinia is Dublin's medieval museum. It tells the story of how modern Dublin came to be. It covers Dublin's journey from Viking settlement to medieval city, with our good friends the English playing their usual role. This post has affiliate links where we