Thinking of starting your new journey in Dublin and do not have any clue about it? Well, no worries, we are going to share some interesting and important tips for your journey to Dublin.
Researching and planning at the last minute of your journey is a panicky situation where you tend to lose important things or information. Here are the 10 things about Dublin city that you must know before you step in the Dublin land.
- Know your Tea
When ordering your tea in Dublin make sure you know that black tea with milk is considered to be the normal tea. Over the years Coffee has become one of the most consuming beverages in Ireland but tea has its own place and never fades. Whether it is casual catchup between friends or a kitchen table chat, tea is one of the brighter sides one looks for. Some people like their teas to be strong (dark color), weak (medium color) or tea with more milk. It is one of the go-to things to explore in Dublin.
- Use the Bus
Yes, the more you use the bus the easier it gets for you. The majority of the people in Ireland use the bus for their convenience. But, don’t forget to say thank you to your bus driver even if you are 10 minutes late. The buses in Dublin are double-decker with routes displayed in front. To travel on a bus all you have to do is wave at the driver when they are approaching you. Also, make sure you plan your travel a bit early as buses do not operate at a fixed time.
- Know your Medical Needs
Being ill in a different country is one of the saddest things one can expect to happen. Make sure you have medical insurance before you step in the country for your safety reasons. But if you do not have then don’t worry Dublin’s government-funded free healthcare system is fantastic for your emergency medical needs. All you have to do is find your local doctor’s surgery and register with a GP.
- Important Apps you must know
Apps like Journey Planner are used for calculating public transport routes for your desired destination which comes with a feature of real-time updates and complete timing of your journey. You can get updates like delays and departures which is perfect for your travel. Other apps like Deliveroo are used to deliver your takeaway to your door. Whereas an app like Leap Top-Up is like Uber which makes booking your taxi easy. All you have to do is recharge your Leap cards and use them.
- Be Prepared for all Weather
Rain falls on average 130 days a year in Dublin. During the winter, the city is usually windy and rainy (so pack some good coats, warm layers, and sturdy shoes) but even in summer, wet days are not unheard of. A small umbrella that you can keep in your bag year-round is a great investment; you never know when the rain will arrive, so you should always be prepared!
- Street with Different names
Is George’s Street a good place for a meeting? Or is Camden Street better? Where was that really nice restaurant you went to? Was it on Wexford Street or Richmond Street? What are these streets all about? They all lead to the same place! Even locals are surprised by where they all begin and end.
- Stay Hydrated
It is safe to drink the water from the taps here in Dublin; however, you should avoid drinking from bathroom sinks since they generally come from water tanks in the attic and not directly from the water supply. The attic water tank might hold all kinds of fun surprises!
- Insulting someone can be Harmful
I think it’s their way of showing love if you hear Irish people ruthlessly insulting each other. Strange, yes, but funny too. When you are comfortable enough to insult someone, it’s considered that you have reached a point in your friendship where insulting each other won’t affect your relationship. You shouldn’t be surprised if, after meeting a Dubliner a few times, they try to insult you a little. Dubliners love you! You can insult them back, of course!
- Expect Talking Strangers
Do not be surprised if people start talking to you right away, whether it’s in a pub or on the street. Generally, they just want a chat or are commenting on something strange or wonderful in the world. Most of the time, you can just smile and nod and that will keep everybody happy.
- Culchies
There are only two parts of Ireland for people from Dublin. There is Dublin, and then there are all the places that aren’t Dublin. Someone who is not from Dublin is a Culchie (someone from the countryside). It doesn’t matter if you’re from Galway or Cork, you’re a Culchie. There’s no denying the fact that those outside Dublin dislike the Dubs, but to be honest, nobody in Dublin really cares about what Culchies think…! In other words, if you hear someone in Dublin calling another person a Culchie, you know they’re from outside the county of Dublin.
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