We are off on another adventure. Larry and Nancy delivered us to the Holiday Inn at 4 PM where we met our group from Lindstrom Travel. Our bus ride to O'Hare was slow due to construction. Left O'Hare at 8:00 PM for our flight to Dublin. We got off to a bumpy start when we both ended up with middle seats. Could have been worse--what if we missed the plane?? Had strong tail winds so the trip only took 6 and a half hours. Our first impressions were very green country, beautiful flowers, and friendly people. After sitting up to sleep, getting far too little sleep, and far too little coffee, we both felt sleepy and weary. Our hotel rooms were not ready so we had a cup of coffee and a croissant, met our guide, and headed for the Hop On and Off Bus. The bus goes around Dublin and stops at 23 tourist attractions (mostly historical or alcoholic). You can hop on or off at any time. There was a huge line at both the Guiness brewery and the Jameson former distillery. We passed on that. Walked back to the hotel from last stop (half hour walk), but it felt good. After checking in and a brief nap, and a shower, we checked the internet. We were saddened to learn that Laura's father-in-law had died. --a very sad time for their family. Went out to find a place to eat. Found Roly's Bistro. Chuck had Fish and Chips and I had Fish pie (3 kinds of fish in chive sauce, covered with browned potatoes) delicious! Back to the hotel and a good night's sleep.
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