After a night of transatlantic travel, we landed much earlier than expected and on a cold, rainy day. Raj immediately welcomed us much earlier than originally communicated, and gave us the time and space to shower, relax and get adjusted to the time difference. He offered coffee immediately upon arrival (what a savior!) and even offered to carry my heavy bag up the stairs.
Raj chatted with us about Irish life over coffee and really seemed like a long lost friend. We talked about what hospitality means these days and I couldn't help but feel, as a hospitality professional myself, that Raj truly embodied a genuinely welcoming spirit. After he went out for the day, he messaged us with some great suggestions for things to do on a dreary Saturday and greeted us with a smile later that evening when we returned from our adventures.
His home is super cozy and we felt right at home in the guest room. The bathroom was pristine and right across the hall, so very convenient!