Temple Bar in Dublin is famous. Many people mistakenly think it actually was a bar but thatās not the origins of the name. In the seventeenth century a famous Dubliner, Sir William TempleĀ was the provost of Trinity College. Sir Temple owned property along the river Liffey. In the river in front of his landContinue reading “Pub Hopping in Dublin”
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Port Of Call Dublin, Ireland
Information on where your ship docks, getting around, attractions and money to make the most of your port visit.
Love Locks – A Pledge of Undying Love
Love Locks – Statement of Love or Vandalism? A SHORT STORY As we travel we have at times noticed collections of padlocks attached to bridges and other public structures. It wasn’t difficult to figure out what was going on by all the couples names engraved on the locks. But in the last five years orContinue reading “Love Locks – A Pledge of Undying Love”
Dublin Gardens in the Spring
For several days this May we visited a number of gardens while in Dublin, Ireland. The weather was mostly good with one morning of rain when we headed out for the National Botanic Gardens. By the time we reached the gardens the rain had lifted. The National Botanic Gardens ā This is a really beautifulContinue reading “Dublin Gardens in the Spring”
Pub Hopping in Dublin
Temple Bar in Dublin is famous. Many people mistakenly think it actually is a bar but itās not. In the seventeenth century a famous Dubliner, Sir William TempleĀ was the provost of Trinity College. Sir Temple owned property along the river. In the river in front of his land was a sand bar and aroundContinue reading “Pub Hopping in Dublin”
The Port of Dublin, Ireland
Port Location & Facilities ā Large cruise ships currently are docking in an industrial port. It is about a mile and a half walk to get out of the port and to the edge of the city proper (3Arena). There is currently no cruise ship terminal, so ships will have to use boarding ramps. ForContinue reading “The Port of Dublin, Ireland”
