[Mully]

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[RatskyWatsky]

Make sure to wear a kilt at all times.

[Mully]

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[RatskyWatsky]

You mean a mantle?

I mean the little skirt thing that guys wear with no underwear. Wear one of those.

[Mully]

I mean the little skirt thing that guys wear with no underwear. Wear one of those.

Wrong country dude.

[RatskyWatsky]

Wrong country dude.

Wikipedia says there are Irish kilts.

[Templar Wizard]

forget Dublin and go to Cork

[Mully]

Wikipedia says there are Irish kilts.

It also says that it wasn't adopted until the 1900's and is only used by nationalists. I will not be wearing a kilt while watching the Abu Dhabi 2000 Guineas Race in Curragh.

forget Dublin and go to Cork

Wish I could, but we're unfortunately arriving in Dublin.

[RatskyWatsky]

It also says that it wasn't adopted until the 1900's and is only used by nationalists. I will not be wearing a kilt while watching the Abu Dhabi 2000 Guineas Race in Curragh.

Wear a Lein-croich then.

[Speevy]

Be sure to get into lots of bar fights.

[Kinky John]

http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=473512

[Sklorenz]

Always wanted to visit Ireland, and it's probably influenced by a Ghost Mice song that makes the place and people sound absolutely delightful. I certainly plan to visit one of these days when I'm chilling in Europe.

[Mully]

http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=473512

My sister who lives in Galway has said this is an often occurrence when she drives from Galway to Shannon.

Always wanted to visit Ireland, and it's probably influenced by a Ghost Mice song that makes the place and people sound absolutely delightful. I certainly plan to visit one of these days when I'm chilling in Europe.

Come with us.

[Sklorenz]

My sister who lives in Galway has said this is an often occurrence when she drives from Galway to Shannon. Come with us.

My fiance would kill me. I'm already considering going to India without her this winter. I plan to live in Europe sometime in the next ten years or so. If all goes according to plan, I'll be living in Taiwan next year. Europe will have its chance soon enough

[Pollux]

If you see any priests tell them to stop being stupid and get their shit together.

[Face it Tiger..]

Bring back a redhead for me.

[speculawyer]

Make sure to wear a kilt at all times.

[maquiladora]

You probably don't have time on your trip but you should check out the more remote parts like in the northwest there is a great place called Delphi Mountain Resort/. Really is breathtaking up there, doesn't translate to pictures that well.

If you are drinking in Dublin, try and check out the bars outside of the Temple Bar area if you want a more realistic impression of what an Irish bar is like.

The Róisín Dubh in Galway is a great late night bar that has a really nice live music area, sometimes free.

If youre interested in history, I found the Chester Beatty Library in Dublin fasinating, they have ancient texts and manuscripts on display from all over the world.

Bring a raincoat.

[stimpledorf]

Some places / spots for Belfast...

- Titanic Museum: it's been a great success since opening recently and is a really impressive building (may need to book in advance)
- Ulster Museum: Down around the botanic gardens and Queens university, lots to see around this student area.

- Good pubs: Spaniard, Filthy McNasty's, Duke of York ( great selection of whiskey :D ), The Garrick, Lavery's, Muriel's, John Hewitt

- if you're about the bank holiday weekend at the beginning of June the continental market is on at the City Hall and St George's market is good to visit if you're around on a Saturday for food.

[Zeouterlimits]

Weather recently has been changeable (not that unexpected) so you're probably guaranteed a mix of great and bad weather days*.

Strongest concentration of GAFfers is in Limerick afaik.

If you're looking for a really good restaurant in Galway, I'd go with Martines Restaurant & Wine Bar, fantastic food.

*This guarantee can become invalid at any stage

[Fari]

Strongest concentration of GAFfers is in Limerick afaik.

I recommend visiting the colourful and vibrant suburban communities of Moyross and South Hill.

[Lennington]

If you are drinking in Dublin, try and check out the bars outside of the Temple Bar area if you want a more realistic impression of what an Irish bar is like.

Agreed. O'Donoghue's, The International and Grogan's are three really nice 'Irish' bars to check out.

[Mully]

Agreed. O'Donoghue's, The International and Grogan's are three really nice 'Irish' bars to check out.

Great. It sounds like at night it's a free for all, so I'll have to force these bars into the conversation.

If you're looking for a really good restaurant in Galway, I'd go with Martines Restaurant & Wine Bar, fantastic food. *This guarantee can become invalid at any stage

I'm a bit of a foodee and if it's getting good reviews by a local, I'll have to check it out. I'll be in Galway for 2 days.

[insmileoutblood]

As mentioned, leave Temple Bar and its obnoxious bars.

I'm personally a fan of The Grand Social, The Bernard Shaw, The Globe and Pygmalion, although once you're out and drinking in the city you'll have a fun night.

[Salvadora]

Galway is expensive as fuck. I think it was 12 euro for a slice of pizza when I was down there last.

[Dynamite Shikoku]

you are already drunk

[Vagabundo]

Céad míle fáilte.

Here are some Irish phrases for ya:

Pog mo hole - kiss my arse
Ta sé mahogany gaspipes - say that in response to any Irish that's flung at ya.

Jump on the bus tour. It goes to all the spots and you can see the historic stuff in a day or two. It's pretty good I've been told.

Out west visit the Burren and the Cliffs of Moher.

[PairOfFilthySocks]

If you buy alcohol in Tesco's,do not buy Tesco branded stuff,unless you're partial to a pint of paint-stripper every now and then.

[insmileoutblood]

If you buy alcohol in Tesco's,do not buy Tesco branded stuff,unless you're partial to a pint of paint-stripper every now and then.

Tesco's brand is THE DREAM. Cheap and super efficient.

I'm not expecting high quality when I can buy a litre for like 13 euro.

[Vagabundo]

One of my favorite places to eat in Dublin is Eden in Temple Bar.

Its on the pricey/posh side, but their lunch menu is €20 for two courses and the food is great. Fab for an early dinner. Oh just be aware that portion size is typically not the same as in the states.

[snoopeasystreet]

If you need food in bulk, Jimmy Chungs is a good all you can eat Chinese in Dublin. It won't be the best food you ever had, but its around 9 euro for lunch on weekdays and the selection is great.

If you are looking for good food, you should try crack bird on dame street. Its a hipster fried chicken place but its really tasty. Around 15 euro for a half a chicken, a drink and a side. Well worth it in my opinion.

[Starfish_Oxide]

If you buy alcohol in Tesco's,do not buy Tesco branded stuff,unless you're partial to a pint of paint-stripper every now and then.

Ah now 5 euro naggins in Fine Wines cant say no to that.

OP Galway is awesome but I'm biased as I go to college there.

Go to Westport to loads to tourist activities there also I'm a bit biased about that one too.

EDIT: Don't talk Irish to Irish people. Seriously.

[snoopeasystreet]

Ah now 5 euro naggins in Fine Wines cant say no to that.

10.50 for 70cl of Tesco value vodka. No better way to pass the day in.

[Desmond]

Wouldn't go to Ulster, nothing of interest ;)

[Starfish_Oxide]

10.50 for 70cl of Tesco value vodka. No better way to pass the day in.

Yeah, if your stripping paint of walls all day.

Also this thread is doing nothing for stereotypes.

[Greymanic]

Céad míle fáilte. Here are some Irish phrases for ya: Póg mo thóin - kiss my arse Ta sé mahogany gaspipes - say that in response to any Irish that's flung at ya. Jump on the bus tour. It goes to all the spots and you can see the historic stuff in a day or two. It's pretty good I've been told. Out west visit the Burren and the Cliffs of Moher.

Fixed! As most have said while Dublin is quite nice most of the more breathtaking areas aren't going to be found here. Personally if you can I'd suggest checking out the Giants Causeway in Antrim. The Wicklow mountains can also be quite nice.

For Dublin though? If you're looking for food or drink I suggest here or here myself. Tourist attraction? I've heard great things about the National Leprechaun Museum but outside of that Dublin has nothing else unless you want to laugh at the Spire.

[Gazzawa]

Check out the Promenade in Galway.
That is all.

[Nevasleep]

Don't forget to sing this as your getting of the plane - Ireland six nations

[Roche]

Tesco's brand is THE DREAM. Cheap and super efficient. I'm not expecting high quality when I can buy a litre for like 13 euro.

It's all about the Dutch Gold, that's what you ought to be drinking.

[kharma45]

Some places / spots for Belfast... - Titanic Museum: it's been a great success since opening recently and is a really impressive building (may need to book in advance) - Ulster Museum: Down around the botanic gardens and Queens university, lots to see around this student area. - Good pubs: Spaniard, Filthy McNasty's, Duke of York ( great selection of whiskey :D ), The Garrick, Lavery's, Muriel's, John Hewitt - if you're about the bank holiday weekend at the beginning of June the continental market is on at the City Hall and St George's market is good to visit if you're around on a Saturday for food.

I still need to get around to going there.

[Vagabundo]

Fixed! .

lol while correct, it's not the way we use it.

[Mully]

I watched this a few months back and couldn't help but think that the Orange Parade may be starting the days we are in Belfast.

[Desmond]

I watched this a few months back and couldn't help but think that the Orange Parade may be starting the days we are in Belfast.

That video is disgusting. It's sad seeing those kids at the start being raised as bigots. :(

[stimpledorf]

I watched this a few months back and couldn't help but think that the Orange Parade may be starting the days we are in Belfast.

What date are you planning to visit Belfast?

[Greymanic]

lol while correct, it's not the way we use it.

We? I do live in Dublin too mate!

[Mully]

What date are you planning to visit Belfast?

May 26th to May 28th. I know the Orange Parades are normally in June.

[TheKaeptain]

forget Dublin and go to Cork

I believe my grandpa was born in cork.

[stimpledorf]

May 26th to May 28th. I know the Orange Parades are normally in June.

No you'll be sweet, parades are usually July & August with the Belfast one normally in July I think. Even if you were about then I doubt it would effect you.

[BeesEight]

Buy a shillelagh, blend in with the locales.

I hope you're not spending too much time in Kilarney. There's not a lot to do there.

[shadyspace]

I watched this a few months back and couldn't help but think that the Orange Parade may be starting the days we are in Belfast.

So are atheists a neutral party or it's more of an ethnic thing where like the other side hates you just because you were born Catholic or Protestant?