Tip for tourists in Dublin - If you want to drink with locals on the weekends, go to Camden street or around the Grafton street area, not Temple bar! :)
Ireland (the whole country, both parts) has an amazing variety of accents for a small-medium country. There is no one ‘Northern Ireland accent’, there are many, some easier than others to understand. The nicest Ulster accent IMHO is that of Donegal (which is in the republic 🤔 (Northern Ireland is comprised of six of the nine counties of the province of Ulster, the other three are in the republic)). But all over the island there are accents which are difficult for even other Irish people to understand!
City accents are noticeably different from rural accents whichever Irish province we are from.Then there is folks around Ballymena Co Antrim who speak like Scots......last time I returned to my birthplace...they asked me what country I was from....no kidding !
The only place I personally had a problem understanding anyone was in Cork. A gentleman told me a story and at the end I said that was the longest word I've ever heard! He laughed and slowed it down for me. They "sing" when they talk inwas told by others from other parts. 😊
@@PS-ru2ov you are absolutely wrong....Ireland IS one country where jurisdiction has been partitioned under two seperate jurisdictions...were still a single country and a single nation as we have been for over two thousand years...northern ireland is a jurisdiction not a country...26 counties under the independent irish state and 6 counties under the uk state...
@Robert Kelly no the most easterly point In Ireland is burr head on the Ards peninsula in co down. The most easterly point in the Republic is wicklow head near wicklow town.
I went last year just did Ireland cause I had only 1 week. Highly recommend Ireland! Like he said, the people are so kind. Guiness is just top-notch and is a must drink even if you don't like stouts.
Your video has really won me over, and I can't wait to see more of Belfast through your vlogs! Keep up the great work, and please bring on the next one soon! ❤
Love northern Ireland the people are so friendly ,some amazing scenery, fantastic restaurants and pubs ,I visit often ,great video ,reguards from co mayo .
Thanks for this great intro to both Ireland and Northern Ireland. I haven’t visited any of them yet. But I am going for business to Belfast in 3 weeks and plan to stay a bit longer and explore both. I am a travel and landscape photographer. So I am excited to see some beautiful ocean sceneries.
visited belfast a few months ago, awesome city. Walk the mural tour youreself, saves you money and saves you from potential biased tour guides. Locals were very friendly even in shankill/ falls road areas. The topic of the troubles came up as I was curious, the locals were very informative and it definitely opened up my perspective. I would advise being respectful. Definitely would travel there again, pretty cheap and some surprisingly good food. If you like to pound some brews it's also a great spot.
Nice video although you only really mentioned Dublin (and briefly the Ring of Kerry) for the Republic. No mention of the difference (prices, accents, culture) when you get out of the capital city. The bohemian, laid back vibe of Galway, the Wild Atlantic Way, The Burren, Cork's warmer, wilder feel (and lovely musical accent) etc. etc. Many tourists make the mistake of only visiting Dublin (nothing wrong with that per se, it's just not a great representation of the real Ireland) without going elsewhere.
Hi. Thanks for your videos they are so helpful. I am visiting Northern Ireland in 3 weeks and would love to visit as many local sights as possible. I watched your video about car rental which is what we have decided but there are so many horror stories about rental companies from Belfast Airport, scams and exorbitant additional charges so that has scared me off. Do you have any advice please. Thanks.
I’m a Dub (Dublin born and bred) so a little piece of advice when visiting Dublin.. AVOID Templebar, especially the Templebar Pub, it’s a complete tourist trap. Dubs don’t drink in the Templebar Pub, Gogarty’s, The Dubliner etc, you won’t meet us in them. Whether you’re in a pub or not (esp in the north) avoid politics and religion. In the north people will let you know quick enough what side they’re on, and leave it at that. Dublin is VERY expensive compared to the rest of the country. That’s it really, again avoid those pubs in Templebar, they’re not authentic and you won’t meet us in them
@Judo Lenny Ireland Manhattan is expensive its not where the real New Yorkers live do you suggest tourists avoid Manhattan the same way you advise tourists avoid Templebar ? It's a simple question , think it through then post a response .
@Judo Lenny Ireland So you know nothing about being a tourist and what they want to see when visiting an area . Thanks for letting us know your ignorance, it's always nice to know when a poster is clueless and not to be taken seriously.
FYI .. if anyone anywhere in the world buys you a drink, of course you would buy them the next one! Some things are universal :) & don't need explanation
Not quite a chara, sports with all-Ireland teams include American football, basketball, boxing, cricket, curling, all Gaelic games, golf, hockey, lawn bowls, korfball, Quidditch, rugby league and rugby union
@@johnperkins1301 actually it's the other way round. Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland have separate national teams for association football (for political reasons) and netball (for practical reasons). Pretty much every other sport is on an all Ireland basis.
@@chesterdonnelly1212 Sigh. And here I thought rugby was not just the best international sport, but unique in that it brought all of Ireland together. I really did. Damn fact checkers!! Next someone is going to tell me wrestle mania is actually scripted.
Republic of Ireland has a higher standard of living and a written constitution. The Irish written constitution, unlike the UK, states that the Government guarantees treat all the children of the state equally.
Currency, legislation, education system, television, radio, health system, political system, there are a few for starters. I found Belfast way way friendlier than Dublin. Was surprised.
We went to the west of Ireland. The country roads are very narrow, often with jagged stone walls off to the passenger side. Big tour busses would come past in the other direction, and we’d literally be squeezing out shoulders together, as if that would make our rental car skinnier! We had no mishaps, but be prepared for narrow, shoulderless roads. We got off the beautiful Wild Atlantic Way on a one track dirt road for awhile around Clifden and got held up a a herd of sheep. We didn’t feel confident about backing up for 3 miles, so we just sat there, enjoying this extremely Irish experience. Ireland is a wonderful country-literally the greenest place I’ve ever been. If you rent a car, you can get to places otherwise unavailable. We got to Corcomroe Abbey for instance. Very cool!
You’ve or anyone has never heard a Northern Irish accent? Liam Neeson is like legendarily limited to only speaking in his native accent. He’s been in some pretty big movies.. just saying
I was in Ireland a couple days ago and I love it!!! I visited both sides because i stayed in Dublin, but I did the Game of Thrones tour. I enjoyed every minute in Ireland. So many things to see, so much to do, to eat and to drink. Thank you for always bringing awesome information about amazing places!
Was fully expecting to hate this video as someone from Belfast I fully thought this would all be American waffle … but this guy hit every nail on the head , great informative video 🤟🏻
I briefly had a layover in Dublin and I really liked the city , what I noticed is that the people have a certain wittiness about them friendly but tongue and cheek they reminded me of my family ❤
Enjoyed your video as always. As an Irishman I don't think of us as two different countries even though politically we are. Your video made me think of how confusing it must be for tourists. Regardless, Irish people treat tourists very well no matter which part you are visiting.
As someone from Northern Ireland I do. If I go for a weekend down south I feel like I am getting away. If I have a weekend break in Northern Ireland it's not the same as I don't feel that I'm getting away.
@@gallowglass2630 yes I think you're correct, I'm a northern republican from the border and I would never ask someone this, would not even enter my mind to ask someone this
People in Northern Ireland are not that kind and helpful as you speaking of. I was in Belfast with my friends before Brexit and we were lost, looking for train station so we kindly asked two taxi guys if they could help us by showing on map where we exactly are. But guys instead of telling us asked where are you from? When we said from Slovakia and we are on holidays here, they just said oh ok so go back home.. But when we travelled down to Dublin - Bray and Greystones than were people exactly kind talkative and happy to help with directions and telling you best spots to look for
@@curlitlikecurley6604 why would I want to visit somewhere that is renowned for its anti-English sentiment. The Republic is richer and friendlier than the north, which can't even form a government.
In Republic people say you get back in Northern Ireland people say get you back in Republic people say that one in Northern Ireland people say that there one there. They say sentences backwards. In Northern Ireland people will call a massive shopping centre a wee shopping centre. Everything is wee😂
This is great as always! We are going to the Republic in a week for the first time. We will do another trip just for Northern Ireland. No need to speed through. We are going to enjoy spending time with the locals and sightseeing. We are also staying at Kinnitty Castle after seeing you stay there in another video and Airbnb in Dingle Peninsula right on the coast. It's going to be a blast and thank you for all the recommendations.
Irish here and read your comment. Dingle is wonderful, great pubs and you can’t miss Conor pass in the mountains just outside dingle, have a great trip ☘️
Stay clear of political conversations. It is considered impolite to engage that way. There is a long and complicated history, that is still very passionate under the surface. If you are not a part of the culture, it would be ill advised to voice opinions. If it should happen to come up ( it likely won’t); simply listen and learn something.
As a Northern Ireland native, this video is great. Would echo what's said here regarding NI - beautiful part of the world with very friendly and helpful people. Happy to give any advice to anyone thinking of travelling here.
As a southerner I'm delighted to see Northern Ireland doing well, getting its share of tourists. I have visited many times, mostly for business but have never met anyone, of either political persuasion, I didn't get on with.
Great video, hope it encourages people to come and visit our beautiful island. When you're here, you will see no distinction between either states. With the exception of currency, it's all just Ireland and should be viewed thay way if you are planning on visiting. Visiting north and south will be completely seemless and you should come visit both
@@kippsguitar6539 Jaysus, ever mentioned politics in front of an Umerican?!? Never-mind a chip, bloody solid log of timber and probably a gun behind that!
Same thing that ive been saying. I've traveled to many countries and Ireland was the most welcoming, friendliest, helpfful, talkative of all. I really felt soooooo welcome. Loved it so much I'm going back this year.
Is Northern Ireland a country? Technically, no. Northern Ireland is a home country (or region) of the United Kingdom. It is not a country in its own right, nor has it ever been. It is a constituent part of the United Kingdom but is not a country, state, kingdom or nation.
North of Ireland is not a country it’s part of a province of ulster which happens to be apart of the UK, it’s recognized as a region of the UK, a part of the province of Ulster, but not a recognized country .
Northern Ireland (get the name right) is a region of the UK, not a country. England, Scotland and Wales may be historic countries but they are now only regions of the UK as well. The UK uses the word country to refer to the 4 constituent parts of the UK, and it is common to hear it, but it is not what other people would understand when they hear the word country.
I went to Ireland on a solo trip in 2022. It was WONDERFUL! I absolutely fell in love with the people. I stayed mostly on small towns. Fennit was by far my favorite on the West Coast. And I also fell in love with Belfast. It was the last place I went before taking the ferry to Scotland and it kind of reminded me of my hometown of Louisville KY. A city, but not as fast paced as say Dublin and a bit more spread out. Everyone should visit. The people are the real draw in both Countries. ❤
Is Ireland really enjoyable as a solo traveler? I'm saving up for a trip next winter but I'm worried I might not have a good time cuz I'll be going alone. I'm still excited to go regardless!
What part of Scotland did you get into from Belfast? I’d consider going into Scotland in spite of the travel advisory for the UK right now. I’m going in January (solo also - the best way to go!)
@@kohakuhime7887 I absolutely LOVED it. The people were so nice. I stayed in small towns for 95% of my trip though and just like anywhere cities are busy and less friendly feeling.
@@melaniexoxo I took the ferry from Belfast to Carinryan. Then a bus up to Glasgow and a train to Edinburgh. After three days there I rented a car and drove around Scotland. It was MUCH easier driving in Scotland than Ireland IMO. But if you don't want to drive there are other options.
Informative video. It’s all still Ireland. In the hearts of the people anyway. There’s no such thing as a ‘northern Irish’ accent. It’s just another Irish one… Fact
I like both, but I spent more time in NI. I visited during cold summer and the landlord turned on heat for me during summer. So I felt super cozy. You don't have to do it! But they are just so friendly.
Excellent video with plenty of good information. One of the things I remember most from a trip to the Republic was the cab ride from the airport to our hotel in Dublin. The driver gave us a history lesson about the Post Office that still had bullet holes from the Easter uprising in 1916.
Great advice about the Emerald isles. Beautiful Country. My Mum was from the South but moved further North to Co Donegal as a little girl. I still have lots of family in Connemara, Galway. The wild Atlantic way is full of folklore and music 🎵☘️✨🙏🐴😊
Why don't you be smart and look at a Map, you cannot change Geography, Ireland is one Country, surrounded by Water, Irish sea on one side & The Atlantic Ocean on the other. The Brits illegally took over 6-counties of the 9- COUNTIES of Ulster, just like Putin took over Crimea. Tell the truth it goes a long way, thank you.❤
yep and every island in the world or every land mass should be the same then? plenty places 'surrounded by water' yet there is different people and different traditions, let us be and not be ignorant or a bigot we arent going anywhere.
If you’re in either city for more than a few days, the Hop on Hop off buses are a great way to see the city, pick a few stops to go back to for a longer period and to hear/see each city’s history from a local. It’s also a great way to get a mental landscape of the city. If you can’t have a good time in both of the countries, you’re really not trying. 🤣 Oh, an absolute must see is Newgrange. Predates both Stonehenge and the pyramids.
Went to Dublin last September to see Garth Brooks. Amazing people, it was a party in Croke Park with 82,000 beautifully mad Irish fans but you can expect that everywhere. Also if you’re a music fan, a tour of the Irish Rock n Roll museum is a must. It’s literally round the corner from the Temple Bar pub
@@gallowglass2630 yes I understand that and I'm not complaining, just that Americans tend to pay more attention to those events, more than I care to. I called a client back in the US after her funeral and he asked if I observed the two minutes of silence. I told him I didn't hear of it in Ireland. I did see the ⚽ crowd singing "Lizzie's In A Box" so those guys know their history.
@@timmmahhhh I don't agree with the lizzies in the box thing no need for that But the reality is that she wasn't ever the head of state of ireland since her reign began 3 years after ireland was declared a republic and no longer a commonwealth realm ,its not disrespectful to say that its just a fact and naturally press coverage is going to reflect that.
I´m Argentine and I have to say: Long live The Republic of Ireland, long live the cream stout beer and long live MacAllister and Admiral William Brown!!! Argentina ♥ The Republic of Ireland
Good job, lad - fair, balanced and enthusiastic! Two things: (1) The Book of Kells is located @ Trinity COLLEGE in Dublin - not a castle. (2) There are a few castles in Ireland, but most of what you showed - and most of what you will see in rural Ireland are ruined monasteries. Shut down by Henry VIII and the Tudors and later ravaged by Oliver Cromwell.
Great video, the Wolter’s are the unofficial First Family of Ireland as least where tourism is concerned. You guys need some kind of medal from the President for what you do for us ☘️
They’re not different countries they are the same - partition was a political decision imposed by the UK government in 1921 giving raise to political ( and other)problems ever since- only one obvious solution in the medium to wrong term.
Mm one useful aspect is, if having come from the States into Shannon or Dublin by air, the easy return journey. Thanks to Pres Kennedy's visit in 1963, there is back to the States (and the only 2 european airports with this) pre- clearance, for both US homeland security and US customs. Thus on arrival back in the US, your luggage is on the domestic carousel...!!
The Republic of Ireland has a 70% private enterprise economy and 30% government managed. The North of Ireland is 70% dependant on government help and 30% private enterprise
It's because our government is essentially able to collect taxes from outside of its actual population by being part of the UK. So you get a sort of version of the resource curse, except instead of natural resources it's actual money.
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Tip for tourists in Dublin - If you want to drink with locals on the weekends, go to Camden street or around the Grafton street area, not Temple bar! :)
There’s little or no Irish music or Irish entertainment around Camden or Grafton st.
There is music all over but the bar is a trap . Youll get better and cheaper in other places
Yes you are 100 % right, Temple bar is not Ireland, its just a rip off for tourists.
If beer is your thing Porterhouse Temple bar might be the best option if you want to go to Temple Bar
Tips for tourists in Dublin - use the airport only (from a Dub)
Ireland (the whole country, both parts) has an amazing variety of accents for a small-medium country. There is no one ‘Northern Ireland accent’, there are many, some easier than others to understand. The nicest Ulster accent IMHO is that of Donegal (which is in the republic 🤔 (Northern Ireland is comprised of six of the nine counties of the province of Ulster, the other three are in the republic)). But all over the island there are accents which are difficult for even other Irish people to understand!
Sending this comment to my gf to stroke her ego
City accents are noticeably different from rural accents whichever Irish province we are from.Then there is folks around Ballymena Co Antrim who speak like Scots......last time I returned to my birthplace...they asked me what country I was from....no kidding !
The only place I personally had a problem understanding anyone was in Cork. A gentleman told me a story and at the end I said that was the longest word I've ever heard! He laughed and slowed it down for me. They "sing" when they talk inwas told by others from other parts. 😊
its not one country its two countries not one is the US and Canada one country no its not same with NI and Ireland are two different countries
@@PS-ru2ov you are absolutely wrong....Ireland IS one country where jurisdiction has been partitioned under two seperate jurisdictions...were still a single country and a single nation as we have been for over two thousand years...northern ireland is a jurisdiction not a country...26 counties under the independent irish state and 6 counties under the uk state...
Interesting fact: The most northerly part of the Republic (Malin Head), is actually the the most Northerly part on the Island.
And the most easterly point In Ireland is northern Ireland
@@bouse23 Wexford Waterford actually
@Robert Kelly no the most easterly point In Ireland is burr head on the Ards peninsula in co down. The most easterly point in the Republic is wicklow head near wicklow town.
Perfect timing, as I'm putting the finishing touches on my Ireland trip planning for June ☘
Ditto!
Hope ye both enjoy here caution the weather can be unpredictable cause it could be sunny then raining the next 😅😅😅
I’m from Dublin, I love it when on my travels when people ask me are you British , when I say no I’m Irish the response is ALWAYS that’s better.
As a Canadian, we get the same reaction,except it's in regard to Americans rather than British.
You're talking to retards then
Brits are better
@@terryomalley1974 And Kiwis versus Aussies.
@@Ukfairgrounds In what way?
I went last year just did Ireland cause I had only 1 week. Highly recommend Ireland! Like he said, the people are so kind. Guiness is just top-notch and is a must drink even if you don't like stouts.
Your video has really won me over, and I can't wait to see more of Belfast through your vlogs! Keep up the great work, and please bring on the next one soon! ❤
Love northern Ireland the people are so friendly ,some amazing scenery, fantastic restaurants and pubs ,I visit often ,great video ,reguards from co mayo .
Thank you!! Happy Saint Patrick’s Day. ☘️
Visit Inishown in Donegal, a place where the north is south of where you stand, and many still refer to the Republic as The Free State.
Thanks for this great intro to both Ireland and Northern Ireland. I haven’t visited any of them yet. But I am going for business to Belfast in 3 weeks and plan to stay a bit longer and explore both. I am a travel and landscape photographer. So I am excited to see some beautiful ocean sceneries.
@woltersworld - Thank you for all these great videos! They've been so helpful in preparing for our first international trip to Ireland.
Hey Mark, my family just came back from Northern Ireland last Wednesday and I really enjoyed it.
visited belfast a few months ago, awesome city. Walk the mural tour youreself, saves you money and saves you from potential biased tour guides. Locals were very friendly even in shankill/ falls road areas. The topic of the troubles came up as I was curious, the locals were very informative and it definitely opened up my perspective. I would advise being respectful. Definitely would travel there again, pretty cheap and some surprisingly good food. If you like to pound some brews it's also a great spot.
Belfast is safer than Dublin and I'm from the South.
Absolutely love Shannon airport! A little more expensive but we really like smaller airports and it’s great!
This is a good synopsis of our little island. Normally Americans don’t quite get it right but you did ☘️
There is more motorway per km in the south than in the North plus the motorways in the south actually go to cities.
Also any British or Irish Citizen can move between the two countries under the Common Travel Area.
Thanks for sharing… its does😢matters they are both nice countries
Nice video although you only really mentioned Dublin (and briefly the Ring of Kerry) for the Republic. No mention of the difference (prices, accents, culture) when you get out of the capital city. The bohemian, laid back vibe of Galway, the Wild Atlantic Way, The Burren, Cork's warmer, wilder feel (and lovely musical accent) etc. etc. Many tourists make the mistake of only visiting Dublin (nothing wrong with that per se, it's just not a great representation of the real Ireland) without going elsewhere.
Dublin has less rain. Walls of Derry is best place to visit.
32 county’s in Ireland not 26
Hi. Thanks for your videos they are so helpful. I am visiting Northern Ireland in 3 weeks and would love to visit as many local sights as possible. I watched your video about car rental which is what we have decided but there are so many horror stories about rental companies from Belfast Airport, scams and exorbitant additional charges so that has scared me off. Do you have any advice please. Thanks.
In the Ireland don’t just visit Dublin come to cork we are friendly and welcoming 😊
I’m a Dub (Dublin born and bred) so a little piece of advice when visiting Dublin.. AVOID Templebar, especially the Templebar Pub, it’s a complete tourist trap. Dubs don’t drink in the Templebar Pub, Gogarty’s, The Dubliner etc, you won’t meet us in them. Whether you’re in a pub or not (esp in the north) avoid politics and religion. In the north people will let you know quick enough what side they’re on, and leave it at that. Dublin is VERY expensive compared to the rest of the country. That’s it really, again avoid those pubs in Templebar, they’re not authentic and you won’t meet us in them
Do you go to New York and avoid Manhattan and spend your time in Yonkers ?
@@sarahann530 what?
@Judo Lenny Ireland Manhattan is expensive its not where the real New Yorkers live do you suggest tourists avoid Manhattan the same way you advise tourists avoid Templebar ? It's a simple question , think it through then post a response .
@@sarahann530 As I’m not a New Yorker (real or not) why would I be advising anyone where to visit there or why would I give two shits?
@Judo Lenny Ireland So you know nothing about being a tourist and what they want to see when visiting an area . Thanks for letting us know your ignorance, it's always nice to know when a poster is clueless and not to be taken seriously.
FYI .. if anyone anywhere in the world buys you a drink, of course you would buy them the next one!
Some things are universal :) & don't need explanation
All his "advice" is basic common sense.
Lol at you refusing to show the flag of Northern Ireland, how disrespectful.
😊
Rugby is the only international sport where both Ireland and Northern Ireland are one team. Shoulder to shoulder! 🏉
Not quite a chara, sports with all-Ireland teams include American football, basketball, boxing, cricket, curling, all Gaelic games, golf, hockey, lawn bowls, korfball, Quidditch, rugby league and rugby union
@@peteymax I stand corrected. Thank you. Guess I should have said the only international sport that interests me 😄
@@johnperkins1301 Me too TBH. Though I have found the renaissance of Irish cricket interesting. Take care.
@@johnperkins1301 actually it's the other way round. Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland have separate national teams for association football (for political reasons) and netball (for practical reasons). Pretty much every other sport is on an all Ireland basis.
@@chesterdonnelly1212 Sigh. And here I thought rugby was not just the best international sport, but unique in that it brought all of Ireland together. I really did. Damn fact checkers!! Next someone is going to tell me wrestle mania is actually scripted.
Ireland is one country that was artificially partitioned by England along sectarian lines.
It's the one country but north eastern section occupied by britain is a better way to describe it
Republic of Ireland has a higher standard of living and a written constitution.
The Irish written constitution, unlike the UK, states that the Government guarantees treat all the children of the state equally.
Their are 26 counties in rep of ireland and just six in northern ireland
Up with this sort of thing
Trinity college...not castle.
Currency, legislation, education system, television, radio, health system, political system, there are a few for starters. I found Belfast way way friendlier than Dublin. Was surprised.
Dublin can be a bit cynical. Not always but...
And a lot cheaper too.
Irish people were the nicest and most helpful locals I have met out of all my travels.
Good to know
So are Americans from my experience and Canadian's.
There is only one Ireland. All thirty two counties of it.
We went to the west of Ireland. The country roads are very narrow, often with jagged stone walls off to the passenger side. Big tour busses would come past in the other direction, and we’d literally be squeezing out shoulders together, as if that would make our rental car skinnier! We had no mishaps, but be prepared for narrow, shoulderless roads. We got off the beautiful Wild Atlantic Way on a one track dirt road for awhile around Clifden and got held up a a herd of sheep. We didn’t feel confident about backing up for 3 miles, so we just sat there, enjoying this extremely Irish experience. Ireland is a wonderful country-literally the greenest place I’ve ever been. If you rent a car, you can get to places otherwise unavailable. We got to Corcomroe Abbey for instance. Very cool!
As an Irish person I have to say this is the best video I’ve seen explaining the differences. Excellent video. I want to go for a pint with this dude.
You’ve or anyone has never heard a Northern Irish accent? Liam Neeson is like legendarily limited to only speaking in his native accent. He’s been in some pretty big movies.. just saying
he speaks in a very.... and i mean VERY watered down Ballymena accent, pretty sure you can find clips of him speaking in his real accent on talkshows.
I was in Ireland a couple days ago and I love it!!! I visited both sides because i stayed in Dublin, but I did the Game of Thrones tour. I enjoyed every minute in Ireland. So many things to see, so much to do, to eat and to drink. Thank you for always bringing awesome information about amazing places!
Please come back
Was fully expecting to hate this video as someone from Belfast I fully thought this would all be American waffle … but this guy hit every nail on the head , great informative video 🤟🏻
This guy is great. Really nice.
Well to be honest Republic of Ireland more more advanced look at all the technology in they Republic
I briefly had a layover in Dublin and I really liked the city , what I noticed is that the people have a certain wittiness about them friendly but tongue and cheek they reminded me of my family ❤
We call it banter .. glad you enjoyed your visit here in Dublin!
Enjoyed your video as always. As an Irishman I don't think of us as two different countries even though politically we are. Your video made me think of how confusing it must be for tourists. Regardless, Irish people treat tourists very well no matter which part you are visiting.
Yes as i said above people who want to know which part is the best are probably not from the nationalist community i may be wrong
As someone from Northern Ireland I do. If I go for a weekend down south I feel like I am getting away. If I have a weekend break in Northern Ireland it's not the same as I don't feel that I'm getting away.
Stop saying Northern Ireland. There are Nine counties in the North of Ireland. Three of those counties are in the Republic .
@@Jake-jr2zh 🤣
@@gallowglass2630 yes I think you're correct, I'm a northern republican from the border and I would never ask someone this, would not even enter my mind to ask someone this
Going out to Belfast from L.A. in September!!! Can not wait!!!! Great video!!
People in Northern Ireland are not that kind and helpful as you speaking of. I was in Belfast with my friends before Brexit and we were lost, looking for train station so we kindly asked two taxi guys if they could help us by showing on map where we exactly are. But guys instead of telling us asked where are you from? When we said from Slovakia and we are on holidays here, they just said oh ok so go back home.. But when we travelled down to Dublin - Bray and Greystones than were people exactly kind talkative and happy to help with directions and telling you best spots to look for
My findings of alot of travel is Republic is the most peaceful. People ever, v helpful. Sadly in north they had alot of troubles
Sorry Mark but Northern Ireland is not a country.
It is a UK statelet.
I went to Ireland and Northern Ireland in 2019. We had so much fun! We are going back in August.
we loved it too
@@woltersworld Which counties did you visit?
Statelet or region it meets de jure definitions, but country NI is not.
As an English person, Northern Ireland would not be my first choice between the two.
u skint? Or an Alchy?
@@curlitlikecurley6604 why would I want to visit somewhere that is renowned for its anti-English sentiment. The Republic is richer and friendlier than the north, which can't even form a government.
Hiya, my partner is English and we travel up to NI often. It's fine. Both of us have a fantastic time. Best wishes ❤️
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In Republic people say you get back in Northern Ireland people say get you back in Republic people say that one in Northern Ireland people say that there one there. They say sentences backwards. In Northern Ireland people will call a massive shopping centre a wee shopping centre. Everything is wee😂
This is great as always! We are going to the Republic in a week for the first time. We will do another trip just for Northern Ireland. No need to speed through. We are going to enjoy spending time with the locals and sightseeing. We are also staying at Kinnitty Castle after seeing you stay there in another video and Airbnb in Dingle Peninsula right on the coast. It's going to be a blast and thank you for all the recommendations.
Irish here and read your comment. Dingle is wonderful, great pubs and you can’t miss Conor pass in the mountains just outside dingle, have a great trip ☘️
Stay clear of political conversations. It is considered impolite to engage that way. There is a long and complicated history, that is still very passionate under the surface. If you are not a part of the culture, it would be ill advised to voice opinions. If it should happen to come up ( it likely won’t); simply listen and learn something.
Yes they have a chip on their shoulder, that's good advice
Yes they have a chip on their shoulder, that's good advice
Northern Ireland is not a country.
As a Northern Ireland native, this video is great.
Would echo what's said here regarding NI - beautiful part of the world with very friendly and helpful people. Happy to give any advice to anyone thinking of travelling here.
As a southerner I'm delighted to see Northern Ireland doing well, getting its share of tourists.
I have visited many times, mostly for business but have never met anyone, of either political persuasion, I didn't get on with.
Why is the signage not bilingual in NI ? It is in Wales.
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@@PanglossDr The Irish language has unfortunately been politicised by some in Northern Ireland
@@BertOfBelfast Thanks, you don't need to tell me. I am a native speaker.
@@PanglossDr You asked...
Northern Ireland isnt a country. All are Irish.
Isn’t that for the people to decide?
@@anicetuneIrish all Irish
Great video, hope it encourages people to come and visit our beautiful island. When you're here, you will see no distinction between either states. With the exception of currency, it's all just Ireland and should be viewed thay way if you are planning on visiting. Visiting north and south will be completely seemless and you should come visit both
no it should not be view as all just the Island of Ireland its two different countries with two different governments etc
@@PS-ru2ovit’s the same
Ireland is amazing- the people are some of the warmest, funniest people in the world. I would stay out of the politics though 😀
Good advice, chip.on their shoulder
@@kippsguitar6539 Jaysus, ever mentioned politics in front of an Umerican?!? Never-mind a chip, bloody solid log of timber and probably a gun behind that!
Same thing that ive been saying. I've traveled to many countries and Ireland was the most welcoming, friendliest, helpfful, talkative of all. I really felt soooooo welcome. Loved it so much I'm going back this year.
Is Northern Ireland a country?
Technically, no. Northern Ireland is a home country (or region) of the United Kingdom. It is not a country in its own right, nor has it ever been. It is a constituent part of the United Kingdom but is not a country, state, kingdom or nation.
It has a dialect and a distinct feel, it's a country.
One country
@@smorrowits not
@@eadahh Politically-motivated comment
@@smorrow it’s Irish ground
Stop calling it two countries please,N.Ireland is not a country.
5.2 million in the republic ,26 counties
North of Ireland is not a country it’s part of a province of ulster which happens to be apart of the UK, it’s recognized as a region of the UK, a part of the province of Ulster, but not a recognized country .
Northern Ireland (get the name right) is a region of the UK, not a country. England, Scotland and Wales may be historic countries but they are now only regions of the UK as well. The UK uses the word country to refer to the 4 constituent parts of the UK, and it is common to hear it, but it is not what other people would understand when they hear the word country.
@@rusticpartyeditzlol empire loyalists are so bothered that everyone calls it ireland 😂 keep coping
I went to Ireland on a solo trip in 2022. It was WONDERFUL! I absolutely fell in love with the people. I stayed mostly on small towns. Fennit was by far my favorite on the West Coast. And I also fell in love with Belfast. It was the last place I went before taking the ferry to Scotland and it kind of reminded me of my hometown of Louisville KY. A city, but not as fast paced as say Dublin and a bit more spread out. Everyone should visit. The people are the real draw in both Countries. ❤
Is Ireland really enjoyable as a solo traveler? I'm saving up for a trip next winter but I'm worried I might not have a good time cuz I'll be going alone. I'm still excited to go regardless!
What part of Scotland did you get into from Belfast? I’d consider going into Scotland in spite of the travel advisory for the UK right now. I’m going in January (solo also - the best way to go!)
@@kohakuhime7887 I absolutely LOVED it. The people were so nice. I stayed in small towns for 95% of my trip though and just like anywhere cities are busy and less friendly feeling.
@@melaniexoxo I took the ferry from Belfast to Carinryan. Then a bus up to Glasgow and a train to Edinburgh. After three days there I rented a car and drove around Scotland. It was MUCH easier driving in Scotland than Ireland IMO. But if you don't want to drive there are other options.
It’s been awhile for Ireland on your channel thanks and st Patrick’s day is coming
Informative video. It’s all still Ireland. In the hearts of the people anyway. There’s no such thing as a ‘northern Irish’ accent. It’s just another Irish one…
Fact
There is no difference - all part of Ireland
I like both, but I spent more time in NI. I visited during cold summer and the landlord turned on heat for me during summer. So I felt super cozy. You don't have to do it! But they are just so friendly.
Ireland is the best
There is only one Ireland.
Thank god
Excellent video with plenty of good information. One of the things I remember most from a trip to the Republic was the cab ride from the airport to our hotel in Dublin. The driver gave us a history lesson about the Post Office that still had bullet holes from the Easter uprising in 1916.
I've had the same taxi experience. 😀 thanks for the kind words
Be aware of history lessons being one sided. Irish on Irish caused country to split.
@@joprocter4573 English playing good cop/bad cop manipulated Ireland from 1169.
Great advice about the Emerald isles. Beautiful Country. My Mum was from the South but moved further North to Co Donegal as a little girl. I still have lots of family in Connemara, Galway. The wild Atlantic way is full of folklore and music 🎵☘️✨🙏🐴😊
So she was from the west, not the south?
In Ireland we consider Galway the west. The south is like County Cork through Wexford, etc. The Deep South in American terms
Countries
Hey Mark, next time you are in Northern ireland, visit tollymore forest Park, get location on the foot of the Mourne mountians
Why don't you be smart and look at a Map, you cannot change Geography, Ireland is one Country, surrounded by Water, Irish sea on one side & The Atlantic Ocean on the other.
The Brits illegally took over 6-counties of the 9- COUNTIES of Ulster, just like Putin took over Crimea. Tell the truth it goes a long way, thank you.❤
yep and every island in the world or every land mass should be the same then? plenty places 'surrounded by water' yet there is different people and different traditions, let us be and not be ignorant or a bigot we arent going anywhere.
If you’re in either city for more than a few days, the Hop on Hop off buses are a great way to see the city, pick a few stops to go back to for a longer period and to hear/see each city’s history from a local. It’s also a great way to get a mental landscape of the city. If you can’t have a good time in both of the countries, you’re really not trying. 🤣 Oh, an absolute must see is Newgrange. Predates both Stonehenge and the pyramids.
Lol no use the public transport since they are much cheaper.
@@enthusiastisch1922 once we know a little more about the city geographically, we typically use public transportation or a Bolt/Uber.
There is none
Northern Ireland is Ireland 🇮🇪
Went to Dublin last September to see Garth Brooks. Amazing people, it was a party in Croke Park with 82,000 beautifully mad Irish fans but you can expect that everywhere. Also if you’re a music fan, a tour of the Irish Rock n Roll museum is a must. It’s literally round the corner from the Temple Bar pub
I was there during that, we didn't go but yeah it was all over the media for sure. They covered that more than the queen.
A huge percentage including 26 000 from tyrone were from NI,which underlines how connected the two parts are
@@timmmahhhh Obviously she wasn't our queen we are a republic
@@gallowglass2630 yes I understand that and I'm not complaining, just that Americans tend to pay more attention to those events, more than I care to. I called a client back in the US after her funeral and he asked if I observed the two minutes of silence. I told him I didn't hear of it in Ireland. I did see the ⚽ crowd singing "Lizzie's In A Box" so those guys know their history.
@@timmmahhhh I don't agree with the lizzies in the box thing no need for that But the reality is that she wasn't ever the head of state of ireland since her reign began 3 years after ireland was declared a republic and no longer a commonwealth realm ,its not disrespectful to say that its just a fact and naturally press coverage is going to reflect that.
Any Derry Girls fan gets used to the Derry accent !
IT’s Trinity College not Castle .
You forgot to mention there are two different Taytos 😉
I went to both a few years ago, Dublin was amazing and i def wanna go again this year or next!
There is only one Ireland..... we are all Irish.....
Northern Ireland is part of the UK and Republic of Ireland is not part of the UK it is an independent country.
I was in both places in October 2022 , I wish I could come back, Galway and Belfast, such beautiful places
Now make the same film but this time about North and South Korea 😂
That will be a lot easier for non Irish people to understand.
Book of Kells is in Trinity College. Its a university, not a castle.
We'll be in Galway the week after next. We're so excited 😁😁
So you're in Galway now, enjoy. Good weather today.
Another great an respectful video. Both sides of this beautiful island are STUNNING
The North- also known as The Six Counties
Northern Irish people are hot heads while people of republic of Ireland are nice.
I´m Argentine and I have to say: Long live The Republic of Ireland, long live the cream stout beer and long live MacAllister and Admiral William Brown!!! Argentina ♥ The Republic of Ireland
Long live Ireland
There ISNT a difference, there is only ONE Ireland as I’m sure many other people will point out in the comments
You didn't watch the video then? 😂
they may point out something but they're factually incorrect
Correct my friend.
Ah I just got back from Ireland and Northern Ireland! I wish I saw this video while I was there. But I did watch your Don'ts to prepare!
Good job, lad - fair, balanced and enthusiastic!
Two things: (1) The Book of Kells is located @ Trinity COLLEGE in Dublin - not a castle. (2) There are a few castles in Ireland, but most of what you showed - and most of what you will see in rural Ireland are ruined monasteries. Shut down by Henry VIII and the Tudors and later ravaged by Oliver Cromwell.
Great video, the Wolter’s are the unofficial First Family of Ireland as least where tourism is concerned. You guys need some kind of medal from the President for what you do for us ☘️
Northern Ireland Pound can only be spent in Northern Ireland. It’s useless in Scotland, Wales and England !
It will all be the one soon. 😅
IT IS NOT CALLED THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND, THE CORRECT NAME IS IRELAND OR EIRE...
They’re not different countries they are the same - partition was a political decision imposed by the UK government in 1921 giving raise to political ( and other)problems ever since- only one obvious solution in the medium to wrong term.
One is UK and one used to be but isn't anymore
Mm one useful aspect is, if having come from the States into Shannon or Dublin by air, the easy return journey. Thanks to Pres Kennedy's visit in 1963, there is back to the States (and the only 2 european airports with this) pre- clearance, for both US homeland security and US customs. Thus on arrival back in the US, your luggage is on the domestic carousel...!!
The Republic of Ireland has a 70% private enterprise economy and 30% government managed. The North of Ireland is 70% dependant on government help and 30% private enterprise
It's because our government is essentially able to collect taxes from outside of its actual population by being part of the UK. So you get a sort of version of the resource curse, except instead of natural resources it's actual money.