Dublin is Ireland’s capital and largest city, offering an endless number of museums, attractions, and entertainment options. We’ve put together a recommended Dublin itinerary to help you get the most out of your 3 days in Dublin. It includes all the main highlights of the city such as Trinity College, the Guinness Storehouse, the Temple Bar neighborhood, and Christ Church Cathedral as well as a few lesser known sites. We suggest using this Dublin itinerary as a starting point for planning your 3 days in Dublin, and you can edit it to create your own personalized itinerary that reflects your own needs and interests. In addition to the 3 day itinerary, we also provide tips on how to get around Dublin, a map of each day’s suggested attractions, tips on where to stay in Dublin, and how to save money during your 3 days in Dublin. If you have fewer… Read the rest
Archives for April 2018
Where JK Rowling Wrote Harry Potter in Edinburgh
J.K. Rowling wrote most of the Harry Potter books in Edinburgh Scotland, and you can still visit some of these places today. Rowling moved to Edinburgh in 1993 and once said in an interview: “…Edinburgh is very much home for me and is the place where Harry evolved over seven books and many, many hours of writing in its cafés.” Although she wrote Harry Potter in Edinburgh in a variety of cafes and private places, there are a few places that she worked that you can visit on your trip to Edinburgh! Quick Reference: Where JK Rowling Wrote Harry Potter Here is a quick summary of the four places where we know J.K. Rowling wrote Harry Potter that you can still visit in Edinburgh today: Wu Zhen of China (formerly Nicolson’s Cafe) – 6a Nicolson Street. Where Rowling wrote much of the first book. Now a Chinese restaurant with a… Read the rest
15 Tips to Avoid Crowds on the Isle of Skye
The Isle of Skye in Scotland is a scenic island known for its rugged and dramatic landscapes. It has become one of Scotland’s most popular tourist destinations, with visitor numbers now approaching one million per year on an island with a permanent population of around 13,000. The popularity is well-deserved, but it does mean that planning ahead makes a real difference to your experience. We’ve visited the Isle of Skye many times across every season, and we’ve watched the island change over the years. There have been improvements too, including better parking facilities at popular spots like the Old Man of Storr and a new 140-space car park and toilets at the Fairy Pools. But the core challenge remains: a lot of people want to visit the same places at the same time. Whether you are able to travel off season or need to visit during the busy summer months,… Read the rest