Dublin, Ireland

Dublin, Ireland

Not only does Dublin hold a certain intangible magical quality which makes it pretty irresistible, it happens to be the first city outside of the United States that I visited alone. The city overwhelmed my expectations for not only traveling alone but traveling in general. For this, Dublin will always hold a soft spot in my heart.

Dublin is known as a city of ambiance, where you can be content merely wandering the streets or sitting in a pub and taking it all in. But Dublin has a lot more than that going for it – namely, the people there. As a solo traveler, everywhere I went people graciously helped me with whatever I needed, and I never truly felt alone. From a stranger paying for my internet connection at a hotel when I was out of cash and badly needed to send an email, to the groups of young friends I made every evening in the pubs that then took me under their wing to show me their city, to the restaurant and hotel staff everywhere who always wanted to make sure I was ok and to hear about my life in San Diego. I felt like I had old friend around every corner in this wonderful city.

While I didn’t take many photos and the ones I took were only with my iPhone, I hope they give you a bit of a glimpse into Dublin’s allure. Pieces of my trip included the fabulous collections at the Chester Beatty Library, a glimpse of history in the bullet holes on the side of the General Post Office, a night at the famous Abbey Theatre, learning how to pour the perfect pint and then taking in the 360 degree view of Dublin at the bar at the top of the Guinness Storehouse, and last but certainly not least – enjoying a simple pint in a cozy pub.

And P.S. – the food was amazing.

I can’t wait to go back.

Gallery preview of my favorite Dublin photographs:

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Best of Dublin, a set on Flickr.

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      • I was there again last year and will be going again this summer. It seems there has been a resurgence for good fresh local food. And it also seems to me the irish are now embracing fresh fish more than before. We had top rate amazing food there this last year.

        • mfryan says:

          I totally agree! I seems there is such a reputation for “bad Irish food” that is really untrue. I found nothing but innovative, super fresh meals. Glad you enjoyed your meals so much! :))

  1. It’s only a 40 minute hop over the Irish Sea for Ā£16 for me. I went just after Xmas when it was freezing, and would like to go again in summer to sample the Guinness outdoors!

    • mfryan says:

      I’m jealous! šŸ™‚ Since I left Italy, my return adventures are focused back in Italy. I have to find a way to make my way back though…I agree, it would be wonderful to check out the scene in the summer months when the spaces are indoor/outdoor! šŸ™‚

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