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If you like Irish history, go to Glasnevin Cemetery, where many of the 19th and early 20th century Irish patriots are buried. The cemetery offers tours. I booked the 2:30 tour for the day that I arri… (View Post)

The walk is not long, but it's pretty steep. Claudia's advice to zigzag blocks is good advice. But it's definitely worth spending time on the waterfront, which is beautiful. (View Post)

You will be staying at a hotel with history. I was in Paris on my own in June (not staying at the Lutetia) and learned, while doing a walking tour that focused on the Resistance, that during WW II, t… (View Post)

I've "ridden" camels at Petra and in Egypt. In the latter instance, it wasn't much of a ride; more just a photo op. (I passed on the camel ride in Morocco....twice was enough for me.) Make … (View Post)

Just be aware that Scotland uses the pound sterling and Ireland the euro. You can use some leftover pounds in Northern Ireland, which you will visit during your "Best of Ireland" tour. (View Post)