| Let's consider which Dublin, Ireland landmarks you | | | | a treat. Because, this castle sits on over 200 |
| must consider hitting, before you jump on an | | | | acres of pristine parkland and features dozens of |
| airplane and head off to the land of rainbows and | | | | rooms on the tour. Explore this family home of |
| mead. No need to be timid, or weary of traveling | | | | the 'Talbots' which features nooks and crannies so |
| through the green countryside either. If you're an | | | | old, they have remained where they lie since their |
| American woman looking for a little taste of | | | | original construction in 1185. |
| adventure, and hoping to gain a few points with | | | | Then you should consider heading off toward The |
| the fellows by featuring your prominently | | | | Casino. A building left over from the 18th century, |
| American accent, there is plenty of fun to be had | | | | the casino was the 'pleasure palace' of James |
| here too. But we'll focus on Dublin first. | | | | Caulfield -- the Earl of Charlemont. Stroll through |
| Most people start their trip in Dublin International | | | | the Casino's manicured grounds and take a guided |
| Airport (a bit out of the way -- located in | | | | tour through her 16 lavishly decorated rooms. |
| Collinstown) which is a far outside of the | | | | Stopping at these two spots would easily make a |
| downtown action. But not to worry. Over twenty | | | | good start to your Dublin tour. But no Dublin tour |
| million people a year come through the airport, so | | | | would be complete without a trip to the pub. And |
| once you are there, it's time to head out to the | | | | fortunately, direction is not needed here. Chances |
| sights. Consider stopping first at Malahide Castle. If | | | | are, there's a great one right outside your hotel |
| storybook palaces is your thing, then you're in for | | | | room -- anywhere in Dublin! |