Category: Ireland
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Hotel Review: Clayton Hotel Cork City
Cork was the shortest stay we’d scheduled on our trip around Ireland, so we wanted to make sure to pick a hotel that was close to the action. With that in mind, we selected the Clayton Hotel Cork, located a respectable 3-minute walk from Oliver Plunkett Street- the Main Street in the city. This hotel…
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Is The Book of Kells Experience Worth It?
Ireland’s famous Book of Kells is a 1,200 year old illustrated manuscript that depicts the four Gospels of the Old Testament. Written in Latin and filled with Celtic artwork, the Book of Kells is a must for history buffs and readers alike, demonstrating some of the finest examples of medieval art.x In order to protect…
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The Four Most Iconic Day Trips Out of Dublin
On my first visit to Dublin, I spent a weekend in the city drinking around town. We thought about doing a day trip out to the countryside, but ended up prioritizing our stay in Dublin. Don’t make the same mistake I did! Dublin may be the most popular city in Ireland, but you need to…
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Hotel Review: Galway- The Residence Hotel
When booking our trip to Ireland, we were lucky enough to stumble across a hidden gem of a boutique hotel in the heart of Galway’s Latin Quarter. The Residence Hotel is located at the eastern end of Quay Street, the most popular block in town. From this location, you’re steps away from the likes of…
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Hotel Review: Dublin- Hyatt Centric The Liberties
If you’re looking for a hotel for a first time visit to Dublin, look no farther than Hyatt Centric The Liberties! Halfway between Trinity College and the Guinness Storehouse- and just far enough away from Temple Bar to be away from the crowds- this Hyatt could not be in a more perfect location for my…
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How to Maximize 24 Hours in Dublin
When planning my trip to Ireland, I was repeatedly told not to spend too much time in Dublin. With that in mind, I put together the top seven can’t-miss things to do in Dublin so visitors can get the most out of their visit to the city as quickly as possible. To be clear, I…