Dublin Travel Guide

By Author: Bonny Kominek
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Dublin provides a vibrant, dynamic and exciting holiday destination to suit all ages, budgets and tastes. This fast expanding city is becoming an increasingly popular choice for holiday goers; a fact explained by the vast amount of things the city offers.

Transport: For those who want to take a car there are regular ferry services running to Dublin from various British and Scottish ports. Dublin airport is also located in the northern half of the city; this is well served by public transport and thus easy to get in and out of. The good public transport system runs throughout the city, meaning there are plenty of ways for you to get around if you don''t fancy driving or walking.

Hotels: As you''d expect from such a major city there are a wide range of hotels to choose from in Dublin. For those looking for a luxurious experience the 5* Dylan Hotel can meet all your needs: its impressive Victorian facade, luxurious rooms and central location makes it an excellent option. For those on a budget there are several hostels scattered throughout Dublin; Temple Bar Hotel also provides good value for money.

Food: Like ...
... any capital city Dublin has the normal range of international chain restaurants and fast-food joints. However, if you''re looking for something a little more authentic then restaurants like Quay''s Irish restaurant can cater to your taste: there are far more options available than just simple Irish stew and it''s well worth sampling some of the local cuisine.

Nightlife: The fact that around 50% of the population of Dublin are estimated to be under twenty-five gives some clue as to the state of the city''s night-life: its buzzing. The Temple Bar Area has a huge range of pubs, clubs and restaurants for those looking to make a real night of it. If you''re looking for something a bit different many pubs have Irish song nights, where you can go and listen to talented locals whilst nursing a nice pint of Guinness.

Culture: Dublin has always been famous for its literary giants ? Oliver Wilde, William Yeats, Samuel Beckett to name but a few. This has spawned many attractions connected to these figures: one of the most famous examples is the Ulysses Tour people can take part in where they''re guided to the locations from James Joyce''s novel of the same name. For those interested in something a little different the Irish Museum of Modern Art is also worth having a wander round.

What to do: Tourists are allowed to look round Aras an Uachtarain, the home of the president of Ireland, on Saturdays; this opportunity to peek behind the scenes of a political figure should not be missed. Dublin castle also makes the perfect spot for a picnic on a sunny day. If you are looking for something a bit different then Dublin Zoo is also a great day out; it often has special events on to entertain the kids.

Tips: It''s a really good idea to invest in a ?Dublin Pass?, a card which gives you access to 26 special offers, free Aircoach transfers and free entry to 31 visitor attractions. It''s also a good idea to do one of the tours ? whether you decide to travel by foot, bus or boat it''s a great way to see the city. Bonny Kominek is an experienced travel writer who has travelled extensively across the UK and Ireland and recommends Octopustravel.com for Dublin hotels.