Ireland - Andy Lua

Andy Lua

Scuba diving . Cycling . Conservation

Ireland



A brief
Ireland, with the unofficial tagline 'Erin go Bragh' (Ireland forever), plus the 'Fill your heart with Ireland' campaign for tourism is surely a must visit country. It is interesting about the borderline too, while the Norther Ireland is considered part of UK, the Irish cultures are much dominance, and that included the better taste of Guiness. I travelled from Belfast (capital of Northern Ireland) to Dublin (capital of Republic of Ireland) without aborderless restrictions, feel such a similar country, left by bus and return by the train, both way were interesting, coach were cheaper though. You may entered to Belfast from Dublin, or vise-versa easily, my passport will be cleared automatically with you exit within both areas. Honestly, the agreement between UK, Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland, especially in regards of the passport clearance for foreigner is interesting and convenience. 





Going
Places

Slieve Donard, Newcastle


Titanic Museum


Belfast Castle

Fort's area (Belfast castle)


Dublin at night


Dublin Castle





Trinity College

We also drove from Belfast to Giant Causeway, driving via the coastal road that taking us to the beautiful view of the Irish coast, the journey itself was great via Ballycastle & Bushmills. Thank you Sean & Christina for taking me to the one of the best site in Ireland. For your information, you may need the whole day trip if you would like to walk around the path to enjoy more from the top of giant causeway. The journey continue to the land of 'Games of Throne'  The Dark Hedges, where the series was filmed few years back, The trees and area has been used for the background. 



A trip to Northern Ireland wouldn't feel complete without visiting some other country side or smaller town such as Newcastle, the Street is beautiful, with Hotel Slieve Donard is a must visit heritage building. Try some snacks, as it is believed that they do make some nice snacks here.




Giant Causeway



















Foods & Snacks

Lot of potatoes dishes as the land's are so suitable for the potatoes to grow, there are big portion of potatoes for some dishes, also involved with much butter and cheese which added the strong taste into the foods. In order to get more snacks, supermarkets is highly recommended, however, as my trip is during Christmas, there are many pop-up Christmas market available, with many are selling local products including foods and gifts. If you landed in Belfast, do not miss to visit St. George Market. Stay with local friends to experience more different foods, i was lucky to stay with my cousin, which I get to enjoy more local foods from the comfort of a place called home. Ireland is also the birth place of Guiness, it is a must to try the Guiness from here- remember, it is a must, the best Guiness is here!


Foods & Drink


The best Guiness is here, Ireland!





Turkey's Sunday roast


Bagel & Breads

Choices of Noodles



Crispy Fried Chicken

Bacon's Sandwich

Fluot's Pizza



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