As much as I love Rome, I'd have to say Dublin is a great favorite too.
The people are warm, friendly and lots of fun! The agents are just wonderful and ill do their best to get you on board.
The country is beautiful, if a little cool. Bring a sweater and an umbrella.
Take the time to visit Trinity College and see the Books of Kell. Amazing.
I enjoyed the food. And in the pubs, they have "Sings Sings" where roving musicians stop in to play songs you can sing along with! Everyone joins in and it's blast! A pint or two of the local ale helps you get into the mood!
The Temple Bar area is a fun tourist area. Lots of Irish trinkets and soveniers <spelling?>
House of Ireland has many nice things, sweaters, glasswear and some jewerly.
On Grafton Street, the main shopping street, there's lots of kiosks selling silver necklaces, earrings and other goodies at a small price.
You can also buy Waterford Crytal and they give airline employees a discount. I recomment sending the Waterford home by UPS.
Also, take some time and stop in the bookstores. Irish history is powerful!
I'd also recommend taking a tour. Great stories!
It's just not possible to have a bad time in Dublin! Be sure to try the bread! It's just so yummy with that good Irish butter!
Dea