29th European Reunion of the Academy of American and International Law. 29 September 1 October 2016 Dublin, Ireland ITINERARY

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1 29th European Reunion of the Academy of American and International Law 29 September 1 October 2016 Dublin, Ireland ITINERARY

2 DUBLIN 2016 Dublin boasts charm, a truly cosmopolitan vibe and friendly locals with Lonely Planet naming it as one of its top 10 cities in the world to visit in With a host of attractions to entertain visitors, an abundance of restaurants, as well as a large volume of museums, galleries and theatres, all makes Dublin a must see city for visitors.

3 The Four Courts, Dublin

4 DAY 1 Thursday, 29 September Afternoon Arrival & Check-in Evening 18:00 Welcome Reception at William Fry rooftop terrace 21:00 Dinner - Quay 16 Restaurant, The Boat

5 The terrace view of Grand Canal Square, William Fry Head Office

6 Quay 16 Restaurant, The Boat, Cill Áirne

7 DAY 2 Friday, 30 September Morning 10:00 11:15 12:15 Afternoon 13:30 15:30 20:00 Talk at the House of the Oireachtas The National Parliament Guided tour of Leinster House, Ireland s parliament building since The tour includes a visit to the public galleries of the Dáil & Seanad debating chambers Lunch Located in the gallery of the Alliance Française, La Cocotte - an authentic French Café overlooking Trinity College Trinity College - A guided tour through the cobbled stones of the historic College campus, the Old Library & the Book of Kells, a 9th century gospel manuscript famous throughout the world Guinness Storehouse - A visit to the historical St. James s Gate Brewery, the home of the black stuff, with a lesson on pulling your own perfect pint! Dinner in Dublin s Iconic Unicorn Restaurant

8 President Kennedy addressing a Joint Sitting of the Houses of the Oireachtas, Leinster House, 26 June 1963

9 Trinity College

10 The Old Library, Trinity College

11 Guinness, St. James s Gate Brewery

12 DAY 3 Saturday, 01 October Morning 10:00 Depart Dublin Travel along part of the East coast of Ireland visiting the heritage seaside village of Dalkey (home to Bono (U2), The Edge (U2), Enya & Van Morrison) and mountain drive through Co. Wicklow ( The Garden of Ireland ) 12:30 Arrive at Powerscourt Estate & Gardens one of the world s greatest gardens set against the backdrop of the Sugarloaf Mountain 14:30 Lunch & Traditional Irish music session at JohnnieFox s Pub the highest pub in Ireland Afternoon 16:00 19:30 Depart Johnnie Foxes & return to Dublin Gala Dinner Restaurant 41, Residence Private Members Club

13 Powerscourt House Estate, Co.Wicklow

14 Johnnie Fox s The Highest Pub In Ireland

15 DAY 4 Sunday, 02 October Suggested visitor attractions: City Centre Viking Splash Tour an exciting tour around the main sights of Dublin City The National Gallery of Ireland Little Museum of Dublin described as Dublin s best museum experience by The Irish Times St. Patrick s Cathedral, Christ Church Cathedral & Dublin Castle Farmleigh House & Phoenix Park Farmleigh is the official Irish State guest house Dublin Theatre Festival (29/09/16 16/10/16) Visit Dublin Website (29/09/16 3/10/16) Further afield The Celtic Boyne Valley Tour Tour Newgrange, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Hill of Tara & the largest Anglo Norman Castle in Ireland Dublin Bay & Malahide Castle one of the most important historic buildings in Dublin having survived the Battle of the Boyne

16 Accommodation Below is a list of hotels offering the William Fry corporate rate (room only/per night) : The Spencer The Marker The Dylan Please mention "William Fry and Academy of American & International Law alumni meeting 29/09-02/10/16

17 Other accommodation suggestions Hotels: city centre situated beside Leinster House & Trinity College Temple Bar/ City Centre next door to William Fry offices - next door to William Fry offices - situated beside Trinity College near Temple Bar/ City Centre - situated across river close to William Fry offices situated in Embassy Belt (15 minute taxi ride from City Centre) Stay City Apartments: As an alternative to hotels there are some great city centre apartments Irish Landmark Trust (City Centre Mews Merrion Square 3 double rooms) Airbnb: As an alternative to hotels there are some great city centre apartments available to rent on YouTube Videos: Discover Ireland - Dublin (1min 13secs) Discover Ireland - A city break in Dublin (4mins 38secs)