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Guinness Brewery Tour: Everything You Need To Know, Before You Go!

Guinness Brewery Tour: Everything You Need To Know, Before You Go!

I pretty much went to Ireland because I heard there was awesome castles and the best pint of Guinness. I can confirm, the Guinness there was the smoothest and tastiest in the world.

Dublin Airlink Express Bus From Dublin Airport To The City Center

Dublin Airlink Express Bus From Dublin Airport To The City Center

Taking the Airlink Express (Dublin airport bus) is the cheapest way (7 Euros) to get to Dublin’s city center from the airport.

Dublin Airport Review: Mentally Prepare Yourself For Chaos

Dublin Airport Review: Mentally Prepare Yourself For Chaos

Dublin Airport (DUB) is absolute chaos.  From arriving to departing, it’s an airport I’ll definitely avoid in the future when possible.

Malbork Castle: The Largest Castle In The World

Malbork Castle: The Largest Castle In The World

Malbork castle is the largest castle in the world by land size and by the amount of bricks used to build this behemoth. Best part, you can wander around unsupervised.

Top 10 Things To Do In Osaka

Top 10 Things To Do In Osaka

I’ve visited Osaka a dozen times and will probably visit a dozen more. My top 10 list of things to do while in Osaka.

Sleeping in Airports: Iceland’s Keflavik International Airport (KEF)

Sleeping in Airports: Iceland’s Keflavik International Airport (KEF)

Hotels and even hostels are very expensive in Iceland.  If you’re staying in Reykjavik, that’s a 40-minute drive to the airport. If you have an early flight, it’s even more challenging. Many people chose to sleep at KEF airport and it’s not a problem

Fast Food Chronicles: Eating At KFC In Iceland

Fast Food Chronicles: Eating At KFC In Iceland

Let’s be honest here, fried chicken is delicious.  When done correctly, the crispy texture of the outside skin combined with the juicy meat is a symphony of balance.  Especially with Colonel’s herbs and spices, I enjoy trying KFC when traveling. A lot of other travelers 

Spending A Long 19-hour Layover In Iceland

Spending A Long 19-hour Layover In Iceland

After arriving in Iceland from Los Angeles, I had 19-hours to kill before arriving continuing to Dublin.  The plan: Rent-a-car, hangout in the Blue Lagoon, eat at Habibi, sleep in the car and then go to the airport.  Most of that plan failed.

Renting A Car In Iceland: A Heroic Tale Of Survival

Renting A Car In Iceland: A Heroic Tale Of Survival

If you’re licensed in the US to drive a vehicle, you can drive in Iceland without any additional paperwork.  It seems crazy but you can. Even if you have no idea what the street signs mean and and how “roundabouts” work, you can legally drive 

Wow Air Flight LAX-KEF: A Good/Bad Deal

Wow Air Flight LAX-KEF: A Good/Bad Deal

Wow! This flight was budget. I got a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Dublin (with a 19 hour layover in Iceland) for $330.  That price included seat selection (7A window sea), priority boarding and a carry-on bag.