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Real Name: Jerry
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NORTHERN IRELAND -The hidden gem of the UK....

by hasthetravelbug - last update: Aug 3, 2004

North Coast near Giants Causeway
When I used to think of Northern Ireland, the troubles in Belfast would always pop up. That's all you used to hear in the media so that's what most people think. I met an amazing girl from Northern Ireland and she showed me pretty much everything in two months and boy is there more than just conflict! I hope this page makes you visit, it is a beautiful country with a lot to offer!
On the drive to Cushendun....

A great country to drive through

I had the pleasure of being chauffeured by my girlfriend around this beautiful country, but if you ever visit and don't have someone wonderful to drive you around, try to rent a car. Bus trips are good too but not as much freedom. The scenery is beautiful - rolling hills and crashing waves on the coast .
Beach in Portaferry

The beaches of Northern Ireland

Before I arrived in Northern Ireland, I was traveling in South East Asia. There were magnificent white sand beaches and hot weather and when I got to Norn Irn, I was ready for the cooler temperatures. Well, cooler weather is what I got but there are surprisingly nice beaches as well! Make sure you make it to the coasts and check them out!!

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Pros:"Beautiful landscapes, great accents!"
Cons:"Doesn't get too warm here....."
In A Nutshell:"Stunning coasts, Places to hike, a must when in the UK!"
hasthetravelbug's Northern Ireland Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
Tips: 14 - Photos: 13
 
Restaurants
Tips: 3 - Photos: 2
Hotels & Accommodations
 
Nightlife
Tips: 6 - Photos: 4
Off The Beaten Path
Tips: 2 - Photos: 2
 
Tourist TrapsWarnings Or Dangers
 
Transportation
Tips: 2 - Photos: 2
Local Customs
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
 
Packing ListsShopping
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
 
Sports Travel
Tips: 4 - Photos: 6
General Tips

hasthetravelbug's Northern Ireland Travelogues
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Pictures of Northern IrelandMay, 2004 5

Comments for hasthetravelbug about Northern Ireland
britesparkles Sat Apr 14, 2007 21:13 UTC
 Lisburn accents clearer! Pah! I was born in Lisburn and I'm there all the time, they have a standard accent ....have you heard the Ballymena accent or the Derry one....now they are what I call accents!hehe!
planxty Tue Oct 3, 2006 14:46 UTC
 Hi Jerry, excellent NI pages. I lived there for 28 years and they certainly brought back some memories. A very happy birthday from yet another expat Belfastman. fergy.
grahamNI Thu Jul 21, 2005 01:38 UTC
 love your page on NI. Great to know that you enjoyed your time with us. Great pics btw, excellent!
garridogal Wed Apr 6, 2005 02:03 UTC
 What beautiful pictures. Don't think I would EVER have been able to cross that brige!
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