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A Literary Walking Tour of Dublin

It doesn't take long to see how rich Dublin's literary history is—statues and exhibits and favored pubs exist on every street corner. Discover the city's literary legends with this easy walking tour.

Posted by Jessica Colley on July 18, 2012 at 10:16:27 AM EDT in Trip Ideas, Arts & Culture Tagged: Dublin, Literary,
Five Coolest Ireland Must-Sees

The land of rolling pastures and historic cathedrals (and Bono) is cooler than you might think. Here's an insider's take on the coolest things you can't miss on your next trip to the Emerald Isle.

Posted by Jimmy Im on May 30, 2012 at 11:28:00 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Dublin, Belfast, Museums, Pubs
Your Most Transformative Travel Experiences

We recently asked you, dear readers, about your most unforgettable travel experiences. And boy did you deliver—here are some of the most life-changing stories you told us.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on May 29, 2012 at 3:27:07 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: India, North Carolina, Cuba, Czech Republic, Amsterdam, Israel
5 Hot Restaurants To Try Now in Dublin

Hitting a pub in Dublin is surely a can't-miss for travelers, but we can't say it's really worth dining in one. Instead, spot into one of these hot Dublin eateries for a taste of the local food scene.

Posted by Jimmy Im on May 16, 2012 at 6:44:00 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Trip Ideas Tagged: Restaurants, Food, Dublin
Boost Your European Vacation in These Best-Value Destinations

With the dollar now at a multi-week high against a sinking euro, European travel is looking evermore affordable. And since Fodor's readers have just picked the best spots in Europe for Value in 2012, we’ve taken the top five choices—Spain, Austria, Ireland, Greece, and Belgium—and zeroed in on outstanding deals and attractions in each of them.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on April 10, 2012 at 10:30:02 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Greece, Austria, Spain, Belgium, Value
Last-Minute Easter Getaways

It’s not too late to bunny-hop out of town for Easter weekend. We’ve rounded up some winning holiday packages, both on the home front and abroad, that will appeal to you and your kids alike for an Easter-inspired spring fling.

Posted by Stephanie Johnnidis on March 23, 2012 at 11:20:13 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Events, Deals, West Virginia, Switzerland, Vermont, Family Travel
Enhance your St. Patrick’s Day celebration in Dublin

Make this museum part of your St Patrick's day celebration today.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on March 17, 2012 at 1:00:00 AM EDT in Travel Tips Tagged: Dublin, Art
Heritage Travel: Searching for Your Ancestors on Vacation

A travel trend that’s gaining speed these days are family vacations that have nothing to do with theme parks. Rather, ancestral vacations or heritage trips, as they’re sometimes called, involve exploring the origins of your family tree.

Posted by Blane Bachelor on March 09, 2012 at 12:11:32 PM EST in Trip Ideas, Family Tagged: Scotland, Europe, Poland,
Fodor's Go List: Top 21 Places to Go in 2012

Trying to figure out where to take your big vacation this year? We've got you covered. Our curated list of buzzy destinations, emerging hotspots, places that offer great values, and locales with upcoming noteworthy events, is sure to inspire you to book a trip—fast.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on January 11, 2012 at 9:47:12 AM EST in Trip Ideas, New at Fodor's Tagged: Italy, Hawaii, Oahu, Cuba, Croatia, Budapest, Portugal, London
Great Scenic Train Rides in Europe

Whether it's a loop ride on a steam train or a practical means for getting from Amsterdam to Brussels, Europe is full of train routes with amazing scenery. Thanks to the amazing Fodor's community, we've compiled some great train trips by country.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on May 30, 2011 at 11:54:29 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Europe, Austria, France, Germany, Denmark, Norway, Switzerland, Scotland, England, Spain