If you go to Dublin, stay with Natasha and Peter. Their wonderful home is located in the hip, up-and-coming neighborhood around Camden Street. Within a few minutes walk one can find a variety of great restaurants and some of the best night life in the city.

After I reserved my room, Natasha immediately sent me a friendly email describing the various means of transportation -- city bus, private bus, taxi -- to get to their house from the airport. I opted for a taxi and she was home when I arrived. The room was extremely clean, with a comfortable bed, a nice duvet and big down pillows. Even during the day it was so quiet I could easily catch up on a little sleep after my overnight flight from New York. The bathroom was also spotless. After offering me some lunch, she provided me with a map and directions to a number of places I wanted to visit.

The next morning after a very good nights sleep, I enjoyed a wonderful breakfast of eggs, muesli, toast, and a selection of Irish sausages. Both Natasha and Peter are very easy going and friendly, but at the same helpful and attentive. Natasha even booked me a cab to the airport for an early morning departure. From now on Stephen's Green 1838 Villa will be my first choice for accommodation when I'm in Dublin.