Irish Castles, Cathedrals, and Cool Leprechauns

A quick flight to Dublin and then we jumped right into life in Ireland. A welcoming dinner reception by the EMC Insurance Company started off a great week. We had beautiful weather for visiting Trinity College, the charming beach town of Howth, several amazing cathedrals, shopping on Grafton Street and even a round of golf for Tom. Our wonderful time culminated with an exclusive party at the Guinness Storehouse! Check out the pics but watch out for the Leprechaun!

                     An evening walk along the River Liffey that runs through the center of Dublin

                                                               

                                                                  Malihide Castle

                                      The lovely harbor in the seaside town of Howth

                                                               Who is that little guy?

                                              Trinity College and Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin

Tom is up to shenanigans while Lorraine tries out for the choir at Saint Patrick's Cathedral 

Amazing architecture and lovely detail in the cathedral'stile flooring.

    Tom enjoyed a round of golf on the links even though it was wet and rainy. The clubhouse in the far background was built by an English Lord in the 1600's. The cart barn was originally a horse stable made of stone.  

      Now that is an interesting presentation of a Caesar salad. A strip of pureed lettuce???? Weird!!

Off to a super fun night at the Guinness Brewery. 

Food, Irish dancers, good beer and a view of Dublin at night from the 7th floor. Awesome!

                                             We had a great time and that's no blarney!

Our lovely room, comfy bed and luxurious robes. Ireland and EMC, you've been good to us!