Dublin (The East)

Dublin is the commercial hub of the Republic of Ireland and contains the majority of the population density. What was once a run-down neglected city is now very vibrant and cosmopolitian. Expect to overhear many non-English speakers as you walk about the City. The current boom in building in Ireland has attracted a lot of workers from the EU accession countries looking for a better life in the form of a higher wage than they would normally be used to. Expect all sorts of welcomes from the various peoples of Europe. The city can be expensive and is not as easy to get around as it could be but this is offset by the fact that the City Center can almost be walked for those willing to. However, with each year that passes, it has become easier to get around Dublin with the introduction of a Tram style system called The Luas. Try to use it during off-peak hours to get a comfortable seat!