The Spirit Of Travel

By: Thomas Smith

Dear fellow travellers,

I remember very clearly when I first planned my trip to Ireland. Thomas’ article triggered even more nice and happy memories of my two week trip.

Enjoy!

You are going to Dublin, Ireland. Maybe it is your first trip or maybe you are a return visitor. Either way it is always a good idea to make a few travel plans before you pack your bags.

When you plan a trip to Dublin there are some things to keep in mind. The weather is always something to be prepared for. You will find that the weather in Dublin is always changing and it is certainly not something you can count on. Even in July and August when the weather is at its warmest it still does not get hot. If there is a warm and sunny day it is a good plan to have a jacket with you because it can turn cool, windy or even rainy in a very short amount of time.

There are many things to see and do in Dublin although there is not one main attraction. There are attractions on both sides of the River Liffey. One of these attractions is the Molly Malone statue. It is located at the bottom of Grafton Street.

The best shopping in Dublin is close to the Molly Malone Statue so you may want to see the statue and shop on the same day. The south side of the River Liffey is where the most popular museums are located as well. If you want to see a beautiful cathedral or two you will find them in this region, too.

Save some time for the north side of the city of Dublin. Moore Street and Henry Street are interesting places to visit because of the atmosphere. You will also find a museum or two and places to eat.

A few other places to plan on visiting are: The Guinness Brewery, Trinity College, Merrion Square and Leinster House. The National Gallery is worthy of some time as is the gorgeous Dublin Castle and the Dublin Writers Museum.

Other places you may want to put on your itinerary are; the Dublin Castle, Merrion Square, Leinster House, the Dublin Writers Museum, and the National Gallery. The Guinness Brewery is also a popular stop as is Trinity College.

You will also find that all five national museums and galleries are free of charge to visitors. This is quite a bonus for anyone who enjoys spending time at museums. You can see all the displays at the Museum of Decorative Arts and History, the National Museum of Modern Art, the National Gallery and the Museum of National History.

If you enjoyed Phoenix Park you may want to visit one of the other parks in Dublin. Take your lunch along and head for the gardens in Dublin Castle or the Iveagh Gardens. St. Stephens Green is also a lovely place to picnic.

Whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned veteran of Dublin, Ireland you will always remember this wonderful city.

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I found Dublin in fact the whole of Ireland absolutely fascinating, I’d go back there any day.

Till next time.

Cheers

Barbara

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