29th European Reunion of the Academy of American and International Law
29 September – 1 October 2016 Dublin, 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 Four Courts, 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 Oireachtas – The National Parliament
. 11:15 Guided tour of Leinster 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, Leinster House, 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 Powerscourt Estate & 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 The Irish Times . St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Christ Church Cathedral & Dublin Castle . Farmleigh House & Phoenix Park – 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 & Malahide 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 – Merrion Square – 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)