averagejo

And now I’m planning a move there.

that’s how much I loved it. Amazing atmosphere, very city, but still very laid back. Loved to local pubs, shopping, not to mention the historic value of it all.

and the culture? incredible. The people come off as rough, but are really very friendly and helpful. We had somewhat drunken, very rough looking men just give my mother, sister and I their red sox tickets (and this was the season after they won the world series!!!!) because we had never been to one. (they had people all around them selling for 150$ a ticket!) then we went in and made friends with EVERYONE in the stands. we were even invited by them to go out to the pub afterwards.

seriously, amazing. My favorite place in the world.

then this is the place to be! make sure to see all of the touristy places (memorials, museums,“this happened here” etc. etc.) and check out the local club scene.

but of course, its a city, so be prepared for disgusting bathrooms, beggars, and general trash everywhere.

bottom line, loved visiting, would never live there.

It really is. less touristy, more friendly, clean and beautiful.

A true Island atmosphere, and the people were amazing.

Last time i went, the poverty level was enormous, (32% were unemployed) and you would think that would make it kind of scary (rich americans, poverty stricken island?) but it wasn’t at all. The people were honest, hard working and just genuinely good people.

now, add that to the beauty of the island, and the richness in culture?

amazing place.

and make sure to drop alot of cash there, the economy needs it!