Dublin (Jan 4-6, 2024):
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Dublin
Dublin history in a few lines:
Origins:
Dublin originated as a 9th-century Viking settlement called "Dyflin" at the mouth of the River Liffey. It later became an important Gaelic trading center.
Middle Ages:
During the Middle Ages, Dublin passed into Norman hands in the 12th century and consolidated itself as a political and economic center under English rule, with significant urban growth.
19th Century:
In the 19th century, the city was the epicenter of Irish nationalist movements and suffered the effects of the Great Famine. It also experienced industrial and cultural advancements.
Present:
Today, Dublin is the capital of Ireland, renowned for its economic dynamism, literary tradition, and cosmopolitan atmosphere. It is home to technology companies and a leading European cultural center.
Going to the Guinness factory will only be worthwhile if you like beer.
We couldn't go into the prison because there were 10 minutes left before closing time, what a shame.
Eating in the city center is extremely expensive, but the street with bars is really cool. Spend some time in the park if you have the time. We didn't manage to see the deer, but we solved all the world's problems during our walk 😁.
Overall summary: an intense trip but we really liked every place.
Hotel in Dublin: Academy Plaza Hotel (taken the same way as before).
All 3 cities are walkable, here's the proof...:
1st photo Edinburgh, 2nd photo Dublin and 3rd photo Bristol:
We booked this trip with Destinia, choosing a multi-destination package. It cost us €1,034 for the two of us, including 3 hotels, 3 destinations, and 3 flights, and given the dates, it was a very good price.
The flights were:
Information obtained from the web https://www.exteriores.gob.es
Passport: It's not mandatory. Your ID card is also acceptable.
Visa: Tourist visits of less than six months will not require a visa.
European Health Insurance Card: It's necessary, it's very easy to order online and they send it to your home. Request.
Vaccines: There are no mandatory vaccinations for entry.
Foreign exchangeDublin uses the Euro. Revolut is very useful.
International driving permit: It is not mandatory. DGT.
Payment card/currency exchange: we always go with Revolut definitely.
Roaming: YEAH there is.
GPS: Maps.me Download the maps for Spain and they work great offline, whether you're on foot, by car, or on public transport.
Where to eat: If you want to eat at a restaurant, there's also the app. TheFork which has many discounts. If you book with the code 7C1B79A3 When you are finishing the booking, you will get 1000 Yums = €10 discount at your next meal. In addition to other special offers they often have, or simply to accumulate points and use them for discounts on your next payments.
It operates in several countries, including Spain, France, Italy, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Portugal, Denmark, Sweden, and Australia.
Practical tips for traveling to Dublin
If you're traveling to Dublin from Galway, one of the most common options is to take the train, which takes about 2.5 hours—something often overlooked compared to driving. Furthermore, Ireland's excellent train network makes it easy to connect several cities. Dublin is one of the country's most well-rounded destinations, ideal for combining culture, traditional pubs, and island excursions in just a few days.
