Observations:
- You think Starbucks in the States is out of control? Come to Dublin!
- On the same note, Subway, Burger King, and McDonald's here are also everywhere.
- For a small city, it's sure got a lot of visitors and a lot of shops.
- They really don't joke around when it comes to Guinness.
- Gaelic is a thing. Everything is in Gaelic first and then English.
- Their meals are heavy and should always be shared, which is perfect because the food is expensive!!!
- Everything but some restaurants and most pubs close really early.
- There are a lot of Spanish visitors. You'd think they would prefer to stay in their own relatively warmer country in February.
- Irish history is something that more people should know about. I'm someone who admittedly knew nothing about Ireland and it's struggle for sovereignty - shame on me! But the people here are very open in sharing some pretty painful history, as well as the occasional English snub.
- Speaking of the people - my goodness!! So kind. The first woman I met was on the bus from the airport to the city center. She kept me company the whole ride.
- Some employees at shops and attractions told me it was cool that I am from California when they saw my ID. That made me kinda happy :)
- I met an Irishman who told me he'd never met anyone like me before - an Asian girl with one of the foulest mouths he's ever encountered. I'm so proud!
Dublin was such a delight. I wish I could've stayed one more day to visit the Guinness Storehouse and to get lost wandering the Trinity College library. Next time!
I am currently on the train and I am still amazed by how green and lush this country is. And we just passed by some sheep. Ah, the pastoral life.
I am currently on the train and I am still amazed by how green and lush this country is. And we just passed by some sheep. Ah, the pastoral life.
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