29th European Reunion of the Academy of American and International Law

29 September – 1 October 2016 , Ireland

ITINERARY DUBLIN 2016

Dublin boasts charm, a truly cosmopolitan vibe and friendly locals with Lonely Planet naming it as one of its top 10 cities in the world to visit in 2016. With a host of attractions to entertain visitors, an abundance of restaurants, as well as a large volume of museums, galleries and theatres, all makes Dublin a must see city for visitors. The , Dublin DAY 1 – Thursday, 29 September

Afternoon Arrival & Check-in

Evening . 18:00 Welcome Reception at William Fry rooftop terrace

. 21:00 Dinner - Quay 16 Restaurant, The Boat The terrace view of Grand Canal Square, William Fry Head Office Quay 16 Restaurant, The Boat, Cill Áirne DAY 2 – Friday, 30 September

Morning . 10:00 Talk at the House of the – The National Parliament

. 11:15 Guided tour of House, Ireland’s parliament building since 1922. The tour includes a visit to the public galleries of the Dáil & Seanad debating chambers . 12:15 Lunch – Located in the gallery of the Alliance Française, La Cocotte - an authentic French Café overlooking Trinity College Afternoon . 13:30 Trinity College - A guided tour through the cobbled stones of the historic College campus, the Old Library & the Book of Kells, a 9th century gospel manuscript famous throughout the world . 15:30 Guinness Storehouse - A visit to the historical St. James’s Gate Brewery, the home of the black stuff, with a lesson on pulling your own perfect pint ! . 20:00 Dinner – in Dublin’s Iconic Unicorn Restaurant President Kennedy addressing a Joint Sitting of the Houses of the Oireachtas, , 26 June 1963 Trinity College The Old Library, Trinity College Guinness, St. James’s Gate Brewery DAY 3 – Saturday, 01 October

Morning . 10:00 Depart Dublin – Travel along part of the East coast of Ireland visiting the heritage seaside village of Dalkey (home to Bono (U2), The Edge (U2), Enya & Van Morrison) and mountain drive through Co. Wicklow (“The Garden of Ireland”)

. 12:30 Arrive at & Gardens – one of the world’s greatest gardens set against the backdrop of the Sugarloaf Mountain

. 14:30 Lunch & Traditional Irish music session at JohnnieFox’s Pub – the highest pub in Ireland

Afternoon . 16:00 Depart Johnnie Foxes & return to Dublin

. 19:30 Gala Dinner – Restaurant 41, Residence Private Members Club Powerscourt House Estate, Co.Wicklow Johnnie Fox’s – The Highest Pub In Ireland DAY 4 – Sunday, 02 October

Suggested visitor attractions: City Centre . Viking Splash Tour – an exciting tour around the main sights of Dublin City . The National Gallery of Ireland . Little Museum of Dublin – described as “Dublin’s best museum experience” by . St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Christ Church Cathedral & . House & – Farmleigh is the official Irish State guest house . Dublin Theatre Festival (29/09/16 – 16/10/16) www.dublintheatrefestival.com . Visit Dublin Website (29/09/16 – 3/10/16) http://bit.ly/1TXEJG4

Further afield . The Celtic Boyne Valley Tour – Tour Newgrange, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Hill of Tara & the largest Anglo Norman Castle in Ireland . Dublin Bay & Castle – one of the most important historic buildings in Dublin having survived the Battle of the Boyne Accommodation

Below is a list of hotels offering the William Fry corporate rate (room only/per night) :

. The Spencer - €140.00 – www.thespencerhotel.com

. The Marker – €175.00 – www.themarkerhoteldublin.com

. The Dylan - €175.00 – www.dylan.ie

Please mention "William Fry and Academy of American & International Law alumni meeting 29/09-02/10/16” Other accommodation suggestions

Hotels: . www.fitzwilliamhoteldublin.com – city centre . www.buswells.ie – situated beside Leinster House & Trinity College . www.theclarence.ie – Temple Bar/ City Centre . www.claytonhotelcardifflane.com – next door to William Fry offices . www.maldronhotelpearsestreet.com/ - next door to William Fry offices . www.trinitycityhotel.com/ - situated beside Trinity College . www.jurysinns.com/hotels/dublin/christchurch – near Temple Bar/ City Centre . http://hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/ireland/hilton-garden-inn-dublin-custom-house- DUBCHGI/index.html - situated across river close to William Fry offices . www.ballsbridgehotel.com – situated in Embassy Belt (15 minute taxi ride from City Centre)

Stay City Apartments: . As an alternative to hotels there are some great city centre apartments https://www.staycity.com/dublin/ . Irish Landmark Trust (City Centre Mews – – 3 double rooms) http://www.irishlandmark.com/property/merrion-mews/

Airbnb: . As an alternative to hotels there are some great city centre apartments available to rent on www.airbnb.ie

YouTube Videos: Discover Ireland - Dublin http://bit.ly/1WOFXnu (1min 13secs) Discover Ireland - A city break in Dublin http://bit.ly/1nodS1r (4mins 38secs)