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3 Days in Dublin Ireland: The Perfect Dublin Itinerary

April 28, 2018 - Written by Jessica Norah 35 Comments

3 days in Dublin itinerary Ireland

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. Planning for 3 Days in… Read the rest

Where JK Rowling Wrote Harry Potter in Edinburgh

April 22, 2018 - Written by Jessica Norah 16 Comments

Victoria Street Harry Potter in Edinburgh Scotland

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! J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter, and Edinburgh Before listing the places you can visit where Rowling wrote Harry Potter in Edinburgh, we’ll share a bit of background about J.K. Rowling and her time in Edinburgh. Joanne Rowling, aka J.K. Rowling, had the inspiration for what would become the Harry Potter series during a train ride from Manchester to London… Read the rest

15 Tips to Avoid the Crowds on the Isle of Skye in Scotland

April 6, 2018 - Written by Jessica Norah 122 Comments

Fairy Pools how to avoid the crowds on the Isle of Skye

The Isle of Skye in Scotland is a scenic island known for its rugged and dramatic landscapes. It is a popular tourist destination and it is no secret that the Isle of Skye can get very busy, especially during the summer months when large numbers of tourists visit the island. We’ve visited the Isle of Skye a number of times across different times of the year, and have decided to share our tips on how to avoid the crowds on the Isle of Skye. Whether you are able to travel off season or need to travel during the busy month of August, we’ll provide tips and advice to help you avoid the large tourist crowds, get off the beaten path, and enjoy some peaceful moments on this beautiful island. 15 Tips to Avoid Crowds on the Isle of Skye Many people travel to the Scottish Highlands and islands looking for… Read the rest

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