Stella Artois 1366 Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 Ahh yes Dublin is known as the Tehran of the north with its complete absence of hostelries selling intoxicating liqueur and having electric trickery which enables a magic box in the corner to show moving pictures Fan zones are to supporters what mc Donald's is to fine dining If done right fan zones can be good. Much better than getting stuck in a darken ale house sat next to a leprechaun supping on his black death water and telling stories of the old country. I appreciate your feedback though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newryrep Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 Fans zones are invariably rubbish selling international dishwater such as Budweiser catlsberg in an over priced plastic cup with over priced food They are football experiences as imagined by Disney Alternatively you can go the Bulgarian route and herd everybody into a park serve glasses of froth after a 15min wait and then have the delights of using a chemical toilet in 36 deg temperatures There are plenty of decent bars in Dublin if you are after your username I would recommend Bruxelles or the church - both a bit pricey and touristy but decent pints of Stella because of being busy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Endell Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 (edited) Fan zones are horrific - nasty lager out of plastic cups, portaloos and inane Euro tunes. I was dragged to one at the Copacabana last year for a Brazil game and even with a location like that I couldn't get out fast enough. Edited June 1, 2015 by Charlie Endell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1ANDYP Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 I like inane euro tunes. The rest I agree is crap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deecie Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 Ahh yes Dublin is known as the Tehran of the north with its complete absence of hostelries selling intoxicating liqueur and having electric trickery which enables a magic box in the corner to show moving pictures Fan zones are to supporters what mc Donald's is to fine dining This. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green_Tide_Rising Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 GTR, Hoping for some cracking weather when we're over so where do you suggest for a decent beer garden anywhere near the ground? Here you go: Havent been to beer garden part of pub but asked few mates and they all said it was the best one there. (Horsehow House Pub) Very close to stadium http://www.horseshowhouse.ie/madigans-square-beer-garden/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristolhibby Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 The only "Fan Zone" that has worked well was the pre game in Vaduz v Liechtenstein. What a party atmosphere that was. Beers was flowing and the tunes rolling, straight to the game then on the coach back to Zurich before heading to Alicante the next day. J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tumsh Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 Here you go: Havent been to beer garden part of pub but asked few mates and they all said it was the best one there. (Horsehow House Pub) Very close to stadium http://www.horseshowhouse.ie/madigans-square-beer-garden/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tumsh Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 Here you go: Havent been to beer garden part of pub but asked few mates and they all said it was the best one there. (Horsehow House Pub) Very close to stadium http://www.horseshowhouse.ie/madigans-square-beer-garden/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tumsh Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 Cheers mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurataylordu Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 We are arriving at Dublin Airport at 9am and dropping bags off at our hotel. The description of the hotel says Dublin Coach"operates outside the hotel and is a 20 minute trip from Ibis to the Airport (24/7, EUR 5 per person each way). Should we pre-book this coach or can u just get on it easily enough? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bajin Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 decent pints of Stella No such thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bossman4 Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 We are arriving at Dublin Airport at 9am and dropping bags off at our hotel. The description of the hotel says Dublin Coach"operates outside the hotel and is a 20 minute trip from Ibis to the Airport (24/7, EUR 5 per person each way). Should we pre-book this coach or can u just get on it easily enough? If I was you I would book online. Busy enough bus never mind adding in a few TA into it as well web is www.aircoach.ie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurataylordu Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 If I was you I would book online. Busy enough bus never mind adding in a few TA into it as well web is www.aircoach.ie Thanks Ill take a look. Although there are 8 of us so wondering if a taxi would be easier/cheaper?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bossman4 Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 Taxis can be pricey but may just be as well doing that as wont be that much of a difference if 8 if you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deedee Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 Is there a taxi rank at Dublin Port? (not Dun Laoghaire). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flure Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 The only "Fan Zone" that has worked well was the pre game in Vaduz v Liechtenstein. What a party atmosphere that was. Beers was flowing and the tunes rolling, straight to the game then on the coach back to Zurich before heading to Alicante the next day. J Except for Piper Harris (who, sadly, is struggling to cope with severe stroke) who ended up having a meal with the Match Officials, missing the bus and having to pay ~ €300 for a taxi to get him to Zurich for the Alicanta flight with Passport Travel (RIP). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaggisNeepsNTatties Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Is there a taxi rank at Dublin Port? (not Dun Laoghaire). Not sure if there is a rank as such but sure there will be a few taxis floating about near ferry times. If not then they should have a free phone link to a company nearby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donegal-lad Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Is there a taxi rank at Dublin Port? (not Dun Laoghaire). I'm pretty sure there's a bus that goes from the port into the city. Mate usually takes boat over from England for home games il ask him and get back to you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deedee Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 I'm pretty sure there's a bus that goes from the port into the city. Mate usually takes boat over from England for home games il ask him and get back to you It's a taxi I need. I'm not staying in the city Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
washboarder Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 GTR I take it that it would be cheaper to buy our carryoot in the north b4 we drive doon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donegal-lad Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 GTR I take it that it would be cheaper to buy our carryoot in the north b4 we drive doon Normally it would be washboarder but with the sterling being so strong against the euro it might not be much of a difference this time around. The sterling rate is in and around €1.40 to the pound so it's a great time for yous to be playing over here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaggisNeepsNTatties Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 GTR I take it that it would be cheaper to buy our carryoot in the north b4 we drive doon Not really, just as cheap down here I think. Since you are driving get a big Tesco or Dunnes and you should get a slab of cans for 24 euro, bud/heineken/millar whatever is on offer that week. Tesco Clarehall is a 5 min drive from M1-M50 junction.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parklife Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 GTR I take it that it would be cheaper to buy our carryoot in the north b4 we drive doon Are you that tight that a few quid is going to bother you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
washboarder Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 (edited) u ought to see what our crew drink, ya kidney hold out to them. what they buy in the north will prob be downed b4 they get tae Dublin the greedy basrads lucky enuff I dinny drink these day im the driver Edited June 2, 2015 by washboarder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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