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If you’ve always wanted to visit Dublin, 2012 is the year you just might not want to miss! With a little bit of luck you just might get what you are looking for with appearances of famous actors, to St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, to viewing the lighting of the Olympic torch. This year’s list of Dublin Events will provide the whole family with a variety entertainment beginning at Jameson Dublin International Film Festival and ending with a new year’s celebration at the NYE Dublin special event.

Book a long holiday and check out 130 films with famous actors Al Pacino, Glenn Close, Mark Wahlberg, and Martin Sheen at the Jameson Dublin International Festival February 16th though 26th and then check out Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Festival March 16th through 19th. Here you will take in the sights and sounds of the St. Patrick’s Day parade, as well as enjoy amusement rides at Fun Fairs, comedy routines at The Laughter Lounge, performances at Festival Ceili, viewings at the Irish Film Institute along with street art at Merrion Square and the chance to see a Russian Spectacular. Children and adults alike will also want to celebrate the end of the St. Patrick’s Day Festival by participating in the Dublin University Boat Race and Treasure Hunt.

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If you are a classical music enthusiast you just may want to visit Dublin in remembrance of Handel’s Messiah in April. This event will include a variety of 18th century music commemorating Handel’s famous piece, which premiered in Dublin on April 13, 1742. Or perhaps you will ask “What kind of old do you want to be?”, the theme of this year’s Bealtaine 2012, a unique opportunity to explore the creativity of the Irish elderly through film, theater, photography, and performance. June Bank Holiday Weekend also brings music, art, and sports alive at Forbidden Fruit Festival June 2nd-4th, Bavaria City Racing Dublin June 3rd, as well as the Flora Women’s Mini Marathon June 4th.

Perhaps one of the most remembered events in Dublin this year will be the city’s honor in joining London in the lighting of the famous Olympic Torch for the 2012 Summer Olympics, June 3rd through 7th. Other fun summer festivities include “Taste of Dublin,” June 9th through 12th, Street Performance World Championship June 14th through 17th, along with sporting events such as the Dublin Super Cup, Dublin Viking Festival, Dublin Horse Show, and The Tall Ships Races 2012.

Later, as Autumn appears, Dublin Festival Season begins followed by Oktoberfest 2012, Children’s Book Festival, and International Puppet Festival Ireland. By spending time at all three, you will get a taste of more than 30 German specialty food producers, hear readings from famous Irish authors, and enjoy famous puppeteers of the 21st anniversary of this wondrous occasion. Finally start 2013 at NYE Dublin with unforgettable pyrotechnic shows, DJs, live street theater, and dynamic circus acts. There’s lots to look forward to this year in this busy city, so if you’re not already planning on visiting Dublin, be sure to make arrangements accordingly because you won’t want to miss out on all Dublin has to offer. See you in Dublin!

Dublin is an experience everyone should have at least once in their lives, and gay Dublin offers a level of fun and interest that is hard to beat. The fun starts in the spring, with the Gay & Lesbian Tennis Alliance (GLTA) Out2Tennis Masters 2012. It takes place from 5 May to 7 May 2012 at Mount Pleasant LTC. Dublin is known for being one of the most sociable cities in the world, and everyone is welcome to join in the social events at the Out2Tennis Masters. The even better news is – it is free for spectators.

Fantastic and sociable as the Out2Tennis event is, however, the party is just getting started at this point. The annual Dublin Gay Theatre Festival starts on the evening of 7 May 2012. It’s the biggest event of its kind in the world, and features the best drama from around the world with a gay or broadly gay theme. The festival runs until 20 May 2012 and offers one of the most cultural events in Gay Dublin 2012.

Dublin Pride takes place from 22 June to 1 July 2012, and has something for everyone, whether it’s watching the floats in the parade, or donning your dancing shoes and joining in the party. If you’d rather don trainers than dancing pumps, the 8K Pride Run on 22 June 2012 is tailor made for you. The fun run starts at 7.30pm in the Phoenix Park and ends near the Papal Cross near Chesterfield Road.

If you just want to have a good time in a safe, gay environment, there are some excellent pubs and clubs to head for. The distinctive purple facade of The George on South Great Georges Street is impossible to miss, and its atmosphere is warm and open. The Front Lounge at Parliament Street 33 is rumored to have a particularly cute clientele, and drag queen Panti is your “hostess with the mostest” at 7-8 Capel Street. You can even join in the fun with a spot of karaoke.

If sauna is more your thing, then the Boilerhouse at Crane Lane, Temple Bar, Dublin 2 is the place to aim for. It features a jacuzzi, cinema area, cafe, cabins and shop, as well as other special features.  If you need to chill out after all that activity with a good book, Books Upstairs at 36 College Green has a good gay and lesbian section, and if you just want some general retail therapy, then Grafton Street is the place to start. Whatever aspect of gay Dublin you’re looking for, you’ll find a place to suit.  Don’t forget to check out our car hire Dublin Airport prices if you want to explore outside Dublin City.

Dublin is seen as an expensive city by many people. The current economic crisis hitting Ireland though has meant that it is now possible to bag a few bargains in the city and make that holiday budget stretch a bit further.

When you arrive in Dublin you have the option of a Dublin Airport car hire, a taxi (which costs about 25 euro to the city centre or an express air coach (seven euro). There is also a local bus for two euro but this can be very slow with sometimes less than patient drivers willing to help tourists out.

Once you are aware of you surroundings it may be worth considering a day/week bus pass. The Luas is an overline train service which runs on both sides of the city but does not connect in the centre.

There are tour buses in Dublin which visit lots of interesting sites around the city. You can buy a day pass for 15 euro and get on and off the bus anytime you need to.

There are plenty of special offers on hotels at the moment. Like hiring a car in Dublin the best offers can be found using a cost comparison service. Jury’s inn offers cheap comfortable accommodation in locations throughout Dublin. Bewley’s Hotels are also worth checking out.

When it comes to eating out there are lots of options. Pub grub (carvery) usually means a good sized reasonable quality meal for around ten euro. The Temple bar area of the city is full of restaurants offering early bird menus from around 5 -7.30.

If you plan on spending a good few days in Dublin then a Dublin Pass which offers entry to thirty plus attractions, food discounts and a Dublin guidebook is well worth a look.

As the old song goes “Dublin can be heaven, with coffee at eleven and a stroll down Stephens Green” and you know its right on the mark (least as long as it’s not raining )

Dublin a city with much to do and admire from historical landmarks to top shopping experiences and is now one of the most popular short break destinations in Europe.

Many of Ireland’s best galleries and museums can be found in Dublin. Many of these currently offer free admission. Ireland has a wonderful history in the arts. The Irish writer’s museum is certainly worth a visit for fans of Oscar Wilde, James Joyce, W.B Yeats and Samuel Beckett. This museum is located centrally at Parnell Sq, Dublin 1.

Many visitors will want to sample their favourite drink while in Dublin – Guinness. Located at St James gate, the Guinness Storehouse is worthy of a visit.  Superb views of the city are available at the top of the building while enjoying a free pint of Guinness as part of the tour.

Grafton St is the main shopping area in Dublin as is home to many recognized brands including HMV, River Island, Marks and Spencer’s and Brown Thomas (if you can afford it ). Henry St on the north side of the Liffey should also be paid a visit.