What do people like (and dislike) about Ireland?
When we asked expats and global nomads what they like and dislike about living in Ireland, they replied...
"When we explored our new home country, taking pictures of all we found so incredibly beautiful we realized the area where we finally settled was our most photogenic. When we explored going from rental property in our first residence to purchasing elsewhere we found a tremendously beautiful condominium on the river available and affordable. We have lived in our purchased place for almost two of the five years in country and have absolutely no dislikes. We can walk beautiful nature trails along the river, walk to all amenities the town offers such as restaurants, pubs, takeaway, grocers and pharmacies, banks, varied shops. Most days we watch dozens of species of wild birds flock to our feeders, our views include, deer, cattle, sheep and numerous heritage boats and sports craft going by. Every person we see has a smile and a wave and simple short walks to town often evolve into lengthy good conversations (the Craic)," said a member in Ballyconnell, Ireland.
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"Expats and digital nomads often appreciate the friendly and welcoming atmosphere of Ireland. They also enjoy the country's stunning natural beauty, with its rolling hills, lush green landscapes, and rugged coastline. Additionally, the country's vibrant culture, with its traditional music, literature, and art, is a major draw for many expats. On the other hand, some expats and digital nomads may find the cost of living in Ireland to be quite high, particularly in the larger cities. Additionally, the weather can be unpredictable, with frequent rain and cold temperatures," remarked another expat who made the move to Ireland.
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What do people like (and dislike) about Ireland?
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.