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in the world. It’s clean, the people are nice yet cosmopolitan, It’s very modern, yet brimming with fascinating history, and maybe best of all—the paino bars and blues clubs are brilliant!

I need to go back!

Every single person I met was hospitable, friendly and laid back. The pubs are spectacular, and the architecture is beautiful overall.

It’s a fun, festive, cosmopolitan and cultural city. I went to the St. Patrick’s Day arade while there, and it was grand. It seemed as if the entire city came out for the event, which started the previous evening with fireworks at the River Liffey. It was a real thrill.

I also visited the outlying countryside and towns (i.e., Howth) and they are also wonderful.

Thanks, Dublin. I will return!

“Oui, Oui!”

is a laid back beach town, but it’s also got the mountains. It’s fun, the people are down to earth, it’s beautiful. Some beach areas are nicer than others, and the boardwalk, although often crowded in season, is a good time.

Luckly I live just “over the hill” and get to visit often, although I don’t go as much as I used to (and should).