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ogiovetti
Adventurer
Nov 7, 2008
Abbey Theatre 5 stars
Travel Tip: Abbey Theatre

Next week will mark the 203rd birthday of Ireland's national theatre, The Abbey. Founded in 1904 (December 27th, to be exact), The Abbey had some of Ireland's greatest names behind it from its... [more]
ogiovetti
Adventurer
Nov 6, 2008
National Gallery Dublin 5 stars
Travel Tip: National Museum of Ireland

If you don't think it's possible to get more Irish, pop over to the National Gallery of Ireland to see the works of artist John Butler Yeats, including his portrait of son (and one of Ireland's... [more]
kristin5683
Globetrotter
Oct 10, 2008
Saint Patrick's Cathedral 5 stars (2 comments)
Travel Tip: St. Patrick's Cathedral
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I couldn't leave Dublin without seeing Saint Patrick's Cathedral. Dublin is unique in having two cathedrals in one city; St. Patrick's is the larger of the two. It only cost €4.20 for me as a... [more]

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kristin5683
Globetrotter
Oct 10, 2008
The lovely and legendary Old Library of Trinity College 5 stars
Travel Tip: Trinity College

As an English major, I was visiting Trinity College to see the Book of Kells and the Long Room. Both are in the Old Library at Trinity College. There are signs around that will help direct... [more]

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mke_maddie
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Food in Dublin 5 stars
Restaurant Review: Restaurants

I was surprised to see the large amount of both Italian and Asian restaurant selections.
Apparently this is from the high flux of immigrants that migrated to the country within the past...
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mke_maddie
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Dublin Pubs...a hoot and a hollar 5 stars
Travel Tip: Dublin
Part of Topic Attractions

I once heard a saying, “the Italians are good at cooking which is why you find so many Italian Restaurants…and the Irish are good at drinking, which is why you’ll find plenty of pubs” and... [more]

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mke_maddie
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Grafton Street: Good Shopping, Beautiful Buildings, Fun People 5 stars
Travel Tip: Grafton Street
Part of Topic Attractions

Grafton Street is probably one of Dublin’s most high-end shopping centers, filled with designers and jewelers. Besides shopping, you will find plenty of trendy bars and cafes. I thoroughly... [more]

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mke_maddie
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
The Iveagh Gardens: greens and statues 5 stars
Travel Tip: The Iveagh Gardens

Apparently these were once private grounds that have opened to the public. I was told that a lot of Dubs aren’t even aware of this, tucked behind the National Concert Hall near St. Stephen’s... [more]

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mke_maddie
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Merrion Square: absolute relaxation 5 stars
Travel Tip: Merrion Square

I found Merrion Square to be quite a pleasant park. Merrion is located by the parliament and national gallery. Like St. Stephen’s Green Park, this is a great place to relax or have a picnic... [more]

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mke_maddie
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
St. Stephen’s Green: Beauty and Tranquility 5 stars
Travel Tip: St. Stephen’s Green Park
Part of Topic Attractions

St. Stephen’s Green is a beautiful park. There is plenty of greenery, full of water fountains, and there is an abundance of seating to relax for a minute or enjoy a picnic lunch. There’s an... [more]

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mke_maddie
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Hairy Lemon: A Party 'N a Half 4 stars
Bar Review: Hairy Lemon

Yes, it is an interesting name, and it’s also and interesting bar. You’ll see tons of memorablia hanging from the walls of this “sports” pub, along with large screen tv’s, but overall it... [more]

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mke_maddie
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
St. Patrick's Chathedral...amazing architecutre 3 stars
Travel Tip: St. Patrick's Cathedral

This is a beautiful cathedral. However, I felt it was a little “commercial.” The admission price seemed high, the gift shop was set up in an open area in the back of the Cathedral, not to... [more]

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mke_maddie
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Dublin Castle...a fun tour 4 stars
Travel Tip: Dublin Castle

I think Dublin Castle is beautiful. It was originally built in the 13th century, however only the tower is all that remains of that structure today. After a fire in 1684, Sir William Robinson... [more]

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mke_maddie
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Shopping in Dublin 5 stars
Travel Tip: Dublin Shopping
Part of Topic Attractions

Before leaving for Ireland, my friend’s mother asked me to pick up a piece of china for her that she collected while living there. I figured my chances of finding this china were slim-to-none.... [more]

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mke_maddie
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
St. Patty’s Day in Dublin 5 stars
Travel Tip: Dublin
Part of Topic Attractions

I’ve always been told that the Irish do not celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, at least not the way they do in the States, and for the most part this could be true. However, I found this statement... [more]

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