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March 28, 2014
Things to Do: parks--Merrion Square Park, and St Stephen's Green, Dublin, Ireland
Merrion Square Park Merrion Square, Dublin 2; +353 1 222 5278. Hours vary seasonally. This Georgian garden square dates from the late 1700s. One of the city’s finest parks, it is lined with red-brick Georgian townhouses on three sides. The remaining side fronts some government buildings, the Natural History Museum, and the National Gallery. Noteworthy features include many sculptures, a collection of old Dublin lamp posts, a central floral garden, a heather garden, and a playground. 
St Stephen’s Green South end of Grafton St., city centre, Dublin 2, +353 1 475 7816. M-Sat 7:30am-dark, Sun 9:30am-dark. Free. This Victorian public park is maintained in the original layout, with trees and shrubs planted on the perimeter and Victorian beds that bloom in spring and summer. To escape rain, visit the Victorian lakeside shelter or in the Victorian Swiss shelters in the park’s center. Well worth a visit are a waterfall and Pulham rock work on the western side, an ornamental lake that provides a home for waterfowl, and a garden for the visually impaired. Sculptures are found throughout, and a children's playground is a popular attraction. Lunchtime concerts are scheduled in summer.
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Things to Do: Merrion Square Park, Dublin, Ireland
Merrion Square Park Merrion Square, Dublin 2; +353 1 222 5278. Hours vary seasonally. This Georgian garden square dates from the late 1700s. One of the city’s finest parks, it is lined with red-brick Georgian townhouses on three sides. The remaining side fronts some government buildings, the Natural History Museum, and the National Gallery. Noteworthy features include many sculptures, a collection of old Dublin lamp posts, a central floral garden, a heather garden, and a playground. More things to do in Dublin.
More things to do in Ireland.
More information about Ireland.
Travel articles to inspire and help you plan trips.
images ©2014 Carole Terwilliger Meyers
March 26, 2014
Sights to See: National Museum of Ireland--Archaeology, Dublin, Ireland
National Museum of Ireland--Archaeology Kildare St., Dublin 2. Tu-Sat 10-5. Free. Opened in 1890, this Victorian Palladian museum building includes a domed rotunda in the entrance hall along with classical Irish-marble columns. The interior features mosaic floors and beautiful majolica door trims. Seven galleries trace the development of Irish civilization. Treasures include the bell of Armagh--a bronze-coated iron hand bell that is believed to have belonged to St. Patrick. More things to do in Dublin.
More things to do in Ireland.
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Travel articles to inspire and help you plan trips.
image ©2014 Carole Terwilliger Meyers
March 24, 2014
Sights to See: Guinness Storehouse tour, Dublin, Ireland
Guinness Storehouse tour $19. This site has been producing the "black stuff" since Arthur Guinness signed a 9,000-year lease in 1759. A former fermentation plant, the Storehouse is now a visitor center that tells the history of Guinness. It is Ireland's number one visitor attraction. The story unfolds as you walk up this 7-story building shaped like a giant pint glass. When you reach the Gravity Bar at the top, your reward is a 360-degree view of Dublin and a complimentary pint. Consider buying tickets ahead online—you’ll save a bit of money and you won’t have to wait in line. And keep in mind that according to Denis O'Reilly of Wild Wicklow Tours, “You’re a real Guinness drinker when at the end of the drink the foam that began at the top is in the bottom of the glass.”More things to do in Dublin.
More things to do in Ireland.
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image and video ©2014 Carole Terwilliger Meyers
March 21, 2014
Sights to See: Ha’penny Bridge, Dublin, Ireland
Ha’penny Bridge When this single-span structure with white cast-iron railings and decorative lamps was built in 1816, it was Ireland’s first iron bridge. Prior to its construction, most pedestrians took a ferry across the River Liffey. Though the fee was only a half penny originally, it has been free since 1919. When you cross, take note of the many “love locks” that you will see mid-span. It is a fad now in many European countries for young lovers to place a lock on a bridge and throw the key in the water, symbolizing their never-ending love. 
More love lock stories:Love locks in Paris.
Love locks around the world.
Love locks in trouble.
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image ©2014 Carole Terwilliger Meyers
March 19, 2014
Misc.: travel bloggers name their dream hotels
When you ask bloggers to name their bucket list dream hotel, you get some interesting answers. My own choice is Giraffe Manor in Nairobi. Someday I hope to make it to Africa and stay here to personally witness the Rothschild giraffes sticking their heads right through the windows. This luxurious, historical lodging is near Nairobi National Park and also to the home of Karen Blixen, who wrote “Out of Africa.”More places in Africa.
More giraffes.
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March 17, 2014
Sights to See: Dublin, Ireland
Situated on the Irish Sea, Dublin is Ireland’s capital city. About 40% of the country’s population lives within an hour's drive. The Mexican Gulf Stream flows along the coast and keeps the temperature mild enough to grown palm trees, but you can also count on rain almost every day from October through February. Flat and compact, it is a great walking city, and public transportation is good. You won’t need a car. And consider yourself forewarned that Dubliners say everything is just across the street and use pubs as landmarks. And speaking of pubs, let’s get in the mood for this upcoming series of posts about Dublin and surrounds with this uncut clip of live Irish music from O'Neill's pub in Dublin.
More things to do in Ireland.
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video ©2014 Carole Terwilliger Meyers
More things to do in Ireland.
More information about Ireland.
Travel articles to inspire and help you plan trips.
video ©2014 Carole Terwilliger Meyers
March 14, 2014
Misc.: people working around the world
Recently I entered a photo contest and actually WON (winning image is at left)! The theme was "working." Background on the travel photo contest and all entries (be sure to scroll all the way down).
My original blog about Borsang Village in Thailand.
More photograph collections.
Travel articles to inspire and help you plan trips.
image ©2014 Carole Terwilliger Meyers
February 26, 2014
Good Eats: Greenhouse Cafe, Solvang, California
Greenhouse Café 487 Atterdag Rd., (805) 688-8408. No reservations. Set within a remodeled greenhouse with plenty of windows, this bright spot also has a delightful patio offering a town view—my own choice in good weather. When I visit this atmospheric town, I like to indulge in the Danish foods—for breakfast aebleskivers, and for lunch petite open-face sandwiches (the roast beef here is tops). More menu options include the Nordic Combination (Danish sausage and Swedish meatballs with pan-fried potatoes, gravy, and red cabbage) and the Nordic Lobster Wrap (fresh lobster with avocado, tomato, and lettuce wrapped in a flour tortilla), and a cup of the housemade pea soup is especially nice on a cool day. More things to do in Solvang.
More information on Solvang.
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image ©2014 Carole Terwilliger Meyers
February 24, 2014
Great Sleeps: Hamlet Inn, Solvang, California
Hamlet Inn 1532 Mission Dr, (805) 688-4413. 15 rooms; 2 stories. No pets. Free parking. Free loaner bikes and bocce ball court. This gussied-up strip motel features well-priced large rooms decorated in Euro-chic contemporary style. Beds are covered with a white duvet topped with a fleece cover bearing the white cross-on-red background Danish flag. The minimalist decor pops with royal blue carpeting, a wood-block nightstand, and light bulbs hanging low via a squiggly cord.More things to do in Solvang.
More information on Solvang.
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