Dublin Off-Season and On : A Guide to Special Pleasures, Better Rates, and Shorter Lines

by Lehman, Doris; Lehman, Amy

• ISBN13: 9780312281168
• ISBN10: 0312281161
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-10-12
• Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin

Summary

A lively, cosmopolitan city steeped in colorful history and a rich literary tradition, Dublin is a perfect vacation spot anytime. But savvy travelers know that the best time to visit it during the off-season when the summer crowds have thinned and bargain rates abound. Dublin Off-Season and On is filled with inside information on special events, discounts, and unique opportunities, especially for the off-season traveler. The guide includes: -A calendar of major and little-known events and festivals -Information on year-round sales, special rates, and bargains on air fare, accommodations, and leisure activities -Context and historical anecdotes for all of the major sites -Special day tips to the Irish countryside and Northern Ireland -Walking tours throughout Dublin -An in-depth shopping guide for where to find the best hand-knits, linen, and other Irish products No matter when you're planning to visit, Dublin Off-Season and On is a valuable guide to seeing the best Dublin has to offer.

Author Biography

Doris Lehman is a veteran traveler and the author of the Riviera Off-Season and On and London Off-Season and On. She lives in Maplewood, New Jersey, with her husband. Visit her web site at www.offseasontravel.org.

Amy Lehman is a fine arts graduate of Macalaster College. She lives in St. Louis, Missouri, with her husband.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	ix
Map of Ireland	xi
Introduction	xiii
Practical Information	1	(32)
Where to Stay	33	(24)
Where to Eat and Drink	57	(16)
The Calendar: Festivals and Special Events	73	(6)
Theater, Music, and Nightlife	79	(8)
Sights	87	(24)
Museums and Churches	111	(14)
Literary Dublin	125	(6)
Shopping in Dublin	131	(10)
Leisure Activities	141	(32)
Dublin for Children	173	(6)
Day Trips	179	(46)
Index	225	(11)
Map of Central Dublin	236