Blogs from County Dublin, Ireland, Europe - page 124

5/30/07 Arrived in Dublin early this morning, after an uneventful 8 hour flight. Took the city bus from the airport to my hostel-slightly freaked out, trying to figure out where my stop was without a map or help. But God helped me. Dropped off luggage at hostel—Avalon House, just south of Temple Bar. Took a “Hop On, Hop Off” bus tour. Went to St. Patrick’s Cathedral-the largest in Ireland. St. Patrick himself (in the 4th or 5th century, I think) used to baptize people there. Next on to Guinness Storehouse. I was pretty disappointed in this crappy tour, because it was just a converted warehouse, with some fancy designs, and computer screens over 7 floors, showing you how Guinness is made. If I wanted that, I could be sitting at home watching the Discovery Channel ... read more

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I've decided to spend most of the day in Dublin, as the sun is shining (at least temporarily), and I can see a few more sights, and maybe get some photos taken. I get myself packed, and then decide on a hot breakfast (haven't had much to eat for the last few days, so a bit peckish). the €9.50 for Irish breaky is sounding like the solution. Discovered a whole new section of the hotel. My room is 100' from the train line. I don't think this side is anywhere near that. The breakfast was quite good, lots to choose from, and it's hot. Something interesting in the mix. Black & White Pudding. They look like flattened muffins. Some dark, some light in colour. I know better than to put things in my mouth, without ... read more

It was our first sunny day in Ireland. When we flew in the island was completely obscured by cloud cover. I (John) didn't sleep on the plane because I didn't want to miss it. Anyhow, the city looked different, and the temperture went up by at least 20 degrees. Yesterday, we saw several cathedrals, and a museum. Today, we spent most of the morning getting to and in Collin barracks. It was a Brittish military training ground that was recently turned into the "Decorative Arts & History Museum." It was much more interesting then it sounds. There was an exhibit on the history of Irish soldiers, from medieval times, to fighting in foriegn wars in the armies of England's enemies, to the World Wars, and present military operations. There was also an exhibit on the ... read more