Forums from Ireland
Republic of Ireland
Posted by kathryn77
... and culture thrives. To find out more about the Gaeltacht areas, I would recommend visiting this Dublin The Republic of Ireland's capital city. O'Connell Street is the main street (and a prime area for buses from / to Dublin Airport). Grafton ...
Ireland Trip- Help Needed
Posted by lalluraja1
... In answer to your initial questions.... 1. Nah - I've no idea what a 'Grandstand tic' is - I'm not from Ireland, I'm from Scotland, but I lived in Dublin for 18 months. For Paddy's Day, I just headed to Trinity College area and ...
It's a shame
Posted by maureen7
... your beautiful country for the second time within the last 9 months. My grandfather, aunt, my husband and I had travelled to Ireland this past November. Regrettably for us, that trip had required a visit to Tralee General Hospital under not-so-great ...
Ireland Trip- Help Needed
Posted by kathryn77
... In answer to your initial questions.... 1. Nah - I've no idea what a 'Grandstand tic' is - I'm not from Ireland, I'm from Scotland, but I lived in Dublin for 18 months. For Paddy's Day, I just headed to Trinity College area and ...
First Trip - Public Transport or Car Hire?
Posted by lar4290
... 'd be similar), but driving on the "other side." I know foreigners get in a lot of accidents driving around Ireland. It seems feasible enough to go without a car by placing yourself in cities (Dublin, Belfast, Galway) and hiring day tours-- ...
Advice on Ireland Itinerary
Posted by kathryn77
... example, from Dublin to Cork, I'd recommend going over the Wicklow mountains - beautiful. And there's the highest pub in Ireland, From Limerick to Galway, I'd recommend a detour to the coast of County Clare, and drive round Loop Head - the ...
It's a shame
Posted by maureen7
... [/quote] Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bayer, I want to say first that I was sorry to read about your misfortune in Ireland. I have been searching for reviews on the Mangerton View due to the fact that myself and family were contemplating renting this property next ...
It's a shame
Posted by kathryn77
... [/quote] Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bayer, I want to say first that I was sorry to read about your misfortune in Ireland. I have been searching for reviews on the Mangerton View due to the fact that myself and family were contemplating renting this property next ...
Places to visit in Dublin
Posted by kathryn77
... ;re not spamming, then I apologise, but you will need to give more information on specific places related to the list above to help travellers to Rep. of Ireland Um...that's a pretty generalized list... Here's some useful links: and
Republic of Ireland
Posted by kathryn77
... of the entries in the competition! I'd suggest if you want to go to Cork & Waterford too, and also Belfast in Northern Ireland, that you leave Dublin and go in a circle, and spend nights in the 3 places. I'd do Cork/Waterford first, as ...
interensted in Ireland
Posted by miporin
... from Japan, I am in the United States now. I love to know about different countries. Now I am thinking to travel to Ireland because I watched new Irish indie movie called Red Roses and Petrol in screening. I didn't know about Ireland at all. But ...
Croke Park
Posted by siscri
... excellent rugby match against France. Disappointing. But the significance of the match was that it took place in Croke Park, Ireland's largest stadium, which has in the past been reserved for sports with Gaelic roots. There is slight controversy over ...
Ireland Trip- Help Needed
Posted by lalluraja1
... Ireland as possible b/c we don't know when we'll be back 4. What are the "must see" places in Ireland? So far I have the following (based on your other posts and traveladvisor etc). -Dublin Castle -Trinity College -Brazen Head -Hill of ...
It's a shame
Posted by kathryn77
Dear Eileen, I'm so sorry to hear of your bad experience in Ireland. I feel personally responsible, even though I'm not! I've never heard of anyone have such an experience in the Republic of Ireland. As with your previous experience, ...
It's a shame
Posted by greekcypriot
... been and met these good people you mentioned. It's pity that just a few people give such a bad impression for a whole country. I agree with you: Ireland is a GREAT COUNTRY, and I would gladly visit it again. (Over 2.700 photos in my blogs)
It's a shame
Posted by ehogan
... your beautiful country for the second time within the last 9 months. My grandfather, aunt, my husband and I had travelled to Ireland this past November. Regrettably for us, that trip had required a visit to Tralee General Hospital under not-so-great ...
Republic of Ireland
Posted by kathryn77
... it's a nice day, so you can see the Dublin skyline. My favourite attractions are for a really interesting background to Ireland's history. It's only €6 entry and includes a guided tour. Also, the which gives you the background to ...
Republic of Ireland
Posted by kathryn77
... music, my favourite bar is in Temple Bar (but go upstairs to the first floor ) Outside of Dublin - how long will you be in Ireland for, and how do you plan to get around? Are you hiring a car or using public transport? What sort of stuff are you ...
interensted in Ireland
Posted by kathryn77
kathryn77 knows a lot about Scotland, she might know about Ireland too. Hey! You're in luck because I just moved to Dublin, but have visited loads before as well! I have also been to Cork, Shannon on the west and know about ...
Ireland Trip- Help Needed
Posted by kathryn77
... ! Also, the Brazen Head Pub is the oldest in Ireland and it does a mean Irish Stew! As for the link to my blog, just click the 'Ireland' link below , but here is a direct one: Are you going to blog your trip? Would be good to read
Dublin's Music Scene
Posted by kathryn77
... are you now? Do you have plans to come to Ireland? I am in Chicago now but currently do not have any plans to come to Ireland. Its certainly a priority! Cool! You'll love it when you do! I've never been to Chicago either
Dublin's Music Scene
Posted by corinneconley
Yeah, it's really good! Where are you now? Do you have plans to come to Ireland? I am in Chicago now but currently do not have any plans to come to Ireland. Its certainly a priority!
Dublin's Music Scene
Posted by kathryn77
I'm really into Irish music, so this sounds really cool. Hopefully I get to Ireland soon! Yeah, it's really good! Where are you now? Do you have plans to come to Ireland?
street vending in dublin
Posted by tickethooligan
is street vending permited in dublin? we are considering travelling to dublin for the world cup qualifier between ireland and france and considering selling flags of ireland to help pay for our travel expense. will be legal/illegal? is there a permit we ...
Guinness 250th anniversary celebrations!
Posted by kathryn77
... a can--draft is only available here during high season--of Guiness for the toast. I miss good Guiness almost as much as I miss Ireland. (I lived in West Cork between 1996 and 2002.) Cheers, Very good I will post news from the day itself when it ...
Handy Irish Phrases...
Posted by kathryn77
... strong accents too, so I guess even the English is hard to understand. I have a friend who grew up in Malaysia and moved to Ireland last year. Her dad is Malaysian, her mum is Irish, so she learned English mainly from her mum - she doesn't have an ...
Handy Irish Phrases...
Posted by kathryn77
Do people actually use these phrases in Ireland? Mainly in the Gaeltacht regions, but yes. Everything in Ireland is in dual language - street signs etc - it's a legal requirement, and a compulsory part of the schooling system. When you' ...
Handy Irish Phrases...
Posted by kathryn77
What language is spoken in Ireland? English, right? Well yes, but Irish is also a mandatory part of the schooling system here, and is the first language in regions. Here's some handy phrases if you want to visit one of the ... Word(s) written ...
Republic of Ireland
Posted by kathryn77
Thanks Sure, let me know if you have any more questions - plus I'm sure I'll have visited more places in Ireland before your trip in October - which I'll post in my Ireland blog if/when I do. I was randomnly speaking to a Danish guy ...
Places to visit in Dublin
Posted by marambio
(Hey Louise, Lou82 is Northern Ireland - it's me on the Republic of Ireland) Hiya Marambio, how long are you going to be here for? What do you like to do? Have you seen the starter kit I put in the RoI forum - there's a few things in there ...