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Internationally, people often associate only St Patrick's day with the Irish, but did you know Ireland is the actually the birthplace of Halloween? That's right! Witches, goblins and all that goes bump in the night started in Ireland over 3,000 years ago as the pagan festival of Samhain. The Celts believed that as summer changed...
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By Isis Hanna As college students we have our whole life ahead of us, the world is our oyster! Every new experience will symbolize growth in our lives. So where do you start? Where do you belong in the world? I find myself asking this question all the time. The best way to answer this...
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By Adam King and Scott Heptonstall Just as celebrated as their amazing ability to hold a Guinness in one hand, a Jameson in the other, and explain to you the meaning of life using only obscenities, Ireland is also famous for the way in which they celebrate their pride in a way which no other...
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The land of green, rolling hills, castles, and more Guinness and whiskey than you could ever imagine. Ireland is home to some of the most beautiful coastlines in the world as well as some of the kindest people. Everyone deserves to test their own luck of the Irish and head to the Emerald Isle for...
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Well, you’re in Europe, you can’t just sit on your couch! So instead, experience a traditional Christmas market in one of Europe’s coolest cities. The air is crisp, lights are sparkling and there are sugary treats that look like cinnamon rolls on steroids. I assure you a European Christmas market beats that ugly sweater party at home....
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abroad, Western Loop, bus2alps, student life, student travel, study abroad, travel
To fall break or not to fall break? That is the question. Whether ’tis nobler in the mind to suffer, planning a ten day trip alone, or to take arms against a sea of planning troubles, and by opposing, end them. This excerpt from Shakespeare’s Hamlet, truly raises a question of deep thought. Leaves are...
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By Chas Ellis WOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! You’re studying in or visiting Dublin! Time to throw caution and learning to the wind and drink all day! Just kidding, what is wrong with you? As Americans we are wired to assume we are right in all matters and learn nothing about other cultures. You may be thinking, “Ugh, I...
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By Heather Monte Dublin is an amazing city to visit for a weekend, to live in for a semester abroad, or even to stop in for a quick layover in the airport. Part of what makes Dublin (and Ireland in general) such a fantastic place to explore is that the Irish are some of the friendliest...
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By Trenna Hopson So, it’s almost a new year and you’re probably looking back on this year thinking, “Where did 2015 go?” Let’s face it, this year has flown by. If you’re one of the lucky and dedicated few who stuck to your New Year’s resolutions and goals for 2015, then my hat is off...
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Dublin at night
GALWAY 1. For the best Fish and Chips in Galways, visit McDonagh’s.   It is cheap and hands down the freshest and most authentic in town. Click this to check out the menu and prices. 2. Visit the Claddagh Ring Museum  3. Visit The Kylemore Abbey This is a Benedictine monastery founded in 1920 on the grounds...
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By Brendan Luther (AKA DJ Bluth) Suit up in your green shamrock shirt and tights, grab a pint of Guinness, and hit play to bring out your inner Irishman in preparation for the St. Patrick’s Day festivities. With this brief bit of Celtic music knowledge, you’ll have the respect of your fellow festival-goers and quickly...
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By Brendan Luther (AKA DJ Bluth) Suit up in your green shamrock shirt and tights, grab a pint of Guinness, and hit play to bring out your inner Irishman in preparation for the St. Patrick’s Day festivities. With this brief bit of Celtic music knowledge, you’ll have the respect of your fellow festival-goers and quickly...
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