You don't have to be a Greek hero to enjoy Dublin's charm. Well, Leopold Bloom is an example of that, being the protagonist of Ulysses and the most well-known character of Irish novelist, James Joyce, a writer who 100 years after being born still continues to…
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Descubre cinco lugares imprescindibles a unos minutos de Dublín
No hace falta ser un héroe griego para disfrutar de los encantos de Dublín. Bien lo supo Leopold Bloom, el protagonista de Ulises y el personaje más emblemático de James Joyce, que casi 100 años después de nacer sigue atrayendo turistas hacia la isla esmeralda del Atlántico. Más allá del…
5 European Countries to Visit and Food to Eat in 2019
With 2019 just around the corner, many people (including ourselves!) are updating their travel bucket list. If you haven’t made it to Europe just yet and need some extra inspiration, here it is!…
Spotahome's Guide to Dublin's Islands
You heard that right - Dublin has several islands, located just a short ferry ride away from the city. If you are a Dublin local but are tired of the old school mainland life, this guide will definitely wake you up and set you off on another adventure!…
A Guide to Festivals in Ireland
GUEST AUTHOR: Sophie Sheridan-Burns, Spotahome Student Ambassador Ireland has some incredible festivals, though most of them are in the spring/summer months due to the unfortunately changeable weather. Nonetheless Ireland manages to fit 12 months worth of festivals into our best six months of the year. Below are some of…
4 Magical Day and Weekend Trips from Dublin
We found the most perfect day and weekend trips to take and explore the rest of Ireland. These trips are ideal for those in need of a relaxing and stress-free time - whether you’re looking for a beach, a cliffside or just a walk through the Irish nature, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!…
5 Ways to Stay Fit in Dublin (On the Cheap!)
Anyone who lives in or has recently moved to Dublin can attest to finding it difficult to stay healthy all the time. There are delicious donut shops popping up on every corner, copious amounts of meat and potatoes consumed on a weekly basis, tons of cafes serving yummy pastries, and…
6 Irish Slang Words You Should Definitely Learn
Written by Sarah Dilworth, Marketing Leadin Buenos Aires, Argentina. You can find more about Sarah’s travel journeys on her blog,Cultural Eclecticism. So, you have decided to make the leap and move to Dublin. Whether it is short term or long term, you’ve made plans. You’ve found…
Dublin Day Trip Guide: 24 Hours in Dublin
I am not a big fan of rushed itineraries and short visits, but sometimes one day is all you have so here’s how you can make the most out of Dublin in 24 hours. I know, I know, there are plenty of ’24 hours in Dublin’ itineraries out there,…
How to Open a Bank Account in Ireland
Opening a bank account in Ireland might be a daunting (and slightly confusing) task, however, it is one of the first things you should do after you book your mid to long-term accommodation with Spotahome. Please make sure to always read the fine print and be aware of any tax…
5 Things We Love About Dublin: Things to do in Dublin
James Joyce, St Stephen’s Green, friendly community, and many shopping streets – all that can be found in Dublin, in our opinion, one of the most underrated cities in the world. Spotahome has gathered 5 things we absolutely love about Dublin, based on the tales from the locals as well…
Handy guide when moving to Dublin
Dublin is the capital and largest city of Ireland.The metropolis has an urban area population of 1,273,069. Ireland is, of course, an EU member and, unlike their British neighbours, Irish people have the euro as their currency. Today, the capital of Ireland is a modern city, that…