Ireland, known as the Emerald Isle for its vibrant green landscapes, has been an independent republic since 1922, a member of the European Union, and uses the euro. Its history is rich, marked by its Celtic heritage and Christianization by Saint Patrick , with pivotal events like the Great Famine and the 1916 Rising shaping its character. Despite its rich history, it is a small country: its territory is roughly the size of the Mexican state of Chiapas, and its population is around 5.3 million. Interestingly, its national symbol is the Celtic harp, a musical instrument. Furthermore, while English is the most widely spoken language, Irish (Gaelic) remains the primary official language, although it is now spoken by a minority. Finally, it is world-famous for Guinness beer, of which more than 10 million glasses are consumed daily worldwide!

July in Dublin offers weather that, while the warmest time of year, is cool and quite changeable. Maximum temperatures are pleasant, ranging between Temperatures range from 17°C to 20°C , but the nights are cool. One point to consider is the natural light: summer days are incredibly long, averaging more than 16 hours of daylight . The sun rises around 5:00 am and sets around 10:00 pm. Keep in mind that rain is frequent; therefore, it's essential to pack a windbreaker, jacket, or sweater to dress in layers and enjoy the long days without any problems.

Getting around Dublin is very easy. Because the city center is compact, most attractions can be visited on foot ; however, there is also an extensive public transport network including buses, trams (Luas), and trains (DART).

For trams and trains, you can buy tickets at the stations, but for buses, you'll need to bring exact change, as drivers only accept exact fare. Regarding taxis, it's important to note that the vehicles used by apps like Free Now or Uber are the same regulated taxis in the city. Therefore, prices are similar, and the apps use an official taximeter to calculate the final cost, not a fixed fare.

From the airport, we recommend taking a taxi or Uber, or the Dublin Express bus to the city center. There's also the regular bus route 16, but it takes a long time (over an hour to the center).