Ireland Tips

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I learned a few things while I was in Ireland:

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A hot soak in seaweed relieves jet-lag.

When someone says “Now that’s good craic (pronounced crack)” they are not referring to a drug. They are referring to a fun time and good conversation.

Do not ask for cream with your tea or coffee. You will get whipped cream. Instead, ask for milk.

A proper pint of Guinness is served to those who wait. It takes time for this brew to settle properly before drinking.

People in Ireland don’t name their children Shannon (uh-hm, Mom). It is the US equivalent of naming your child Mississippi or Rio Grande.

You can pay to spend the night in a former insane asylum in Sligo.

Sitting in a pub, Guinness in hand, with a peat fire burning, is a really good memory to have.

Jack in the Box is not a restaurant, it is a dead man from Dublin.

U2 got their start playing on Grafton Street.

Temple Bar is not an actual bar. Well, it is a bar, but the name refers to an area that is the cultural quarter of Dublin.

After a few pints of Guinness, you might see faeries.

To make your own memories and learn your own tips, visit DiscoverIreland.com.

Slainte!

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March 14, 2008 | Filed Under Destinations 

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6 Responses to “Ireland Tips”

  1. MountainMama says:
    March 14, 2008 at

    Mississippi! That’s funny. Did you perhaps drink a few pints while you were on the Emerald Isle?! Clever post. :-)

  2. MudslideMama says:
    March 14, 2008 at

    This is a greAt, funny, and (yes) instructional post! It earned my first smile-of-the-day.

  3. soultravelers3 says:
    March 15, 2008 at

    Thanks for the giggle! We are headed to Ireland this summer, so glad to get a humorous heads up so close to Saint Patty’s day.

  4. CajunMama says:
    March 15, 2008 at

    I loved Ireland and hope to return for a visit. It is such a friendly country. I hope you guys have a great time, Soultravelers3.

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