Kennedy: We've been in Ireland for the past four days, trying to stay dry amidst the many random rain showers. I have to make this quick, so I might forget to mention a few things. Our first day, we took a walking tour of the city centre, where we saw Dublin Castle, Trinity College and heard about the city's tragic history, from the Viking invasions to the Great Hunger. We also met some fun people who we met later that night to take in some Irish dancing - definitely the highlight of Dublin for me! The next night we went to Dublin's oldest pub, the Brazen Head, where we enjoyed some Guinness and traditional Irish stew. The pub was built in 1198. I think it's had some renovations done since. Heard some good Irish folk music there as well - they played Tell My Ma by The Rankin Family -- Lee, remember clogging?!
We've taken a few day trips outside Dublin - yesterday to Galway City, today to Cork. Weather has been sketchy at best, but the towns were both lovely. We stopped in at a few museums and cafes to get out of the rain, things we probably wouldn't have done otherwise. Very cute places.
We made the executive decision to pass on the Guinness Brewery -- would have been cool but it's SUPER expensive. And I'm sure they make beer the same way as everywhere else.
Tomorrow we'll check out the old Gaol and hang out in St. Stephens Green before heading to the airport. We're going to sleep overnight there so we can avoid taking a 4 a.m. cab. Looks like we'll be arriving in Paris sleep-deprived yet again.
hi kids......so you are in Paris now.....the last week of your adventure, and what an adventure it has been!!
ReplyDeleteI am sooo looking forward to seeing you and hearing all about your travels in person. Are you guys looking forward to coming home, or would you like another 3 months of travelling?
About next wednesday...do we need to talk at all in person, i can call you if you want. Or should i just meet you at the airport? (what time do you arrive?)
All is well here. Hope you enjoy your last week, Paris must be a great way to finish off your journey!
Hugs from ~mom~
It's hard to believe that 3 months is almost up. We are looking forward to seeing you again. Enjoy your last few days in France. Glad you stayed healthy (and dry - I think) most of the time. Luv, G & G
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the photos because no more will be added. Our last hostel has no way of adding photos on their machines. But we'll be home in a couple days so you can see all 2500 or so. There are some good ones.
ReplyDeleteHey folks. Sounds like you´re having a good time. Yes, the Guinness tour was very expensive and kind of kitschy. The view from the Gravity Bar was quite cool, though.
ReplyDeleteWe´re loving Spain; Barcelona is a fantastic city. We didn´t end up going to Pamplona (it was essentially impossible to get from here to there to Paris with the number of people trying to do similar things right now´), but that just meant being able to spend more quality time in Barcelona.
Headed to France tomorrow. Maybe we can meet up with you guys (we´ll be in Paris from the 12th to the 14th).
Hey, glad you got in touch! Glad to hear you guys had fun in Barcelona, it is an awesome city for sure. You must be in Paris by now... we'd love to meet up before you go, tonight we're heading to the Eiffel Tower, tomorrow to Notre Dame and the Pompidou... not sure what the plan is for tomorrow night; maybe we could meet up somewhere? where is your hostel? we're at Cailancourt in Montmatre... anyways hope to hear from you, if not enjoy the city!
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