For anyone interested in going to Ireland next year for Spring Break, I’d highly recommend it. Ireland is a country rich with history, has a gorgeous countryside, and its people are some of the friendliest I’ve encountered — making the rain more than worth it. If you’re looking for a break from the typical tropical destinations, a colder vacation in Ireland may be in the cards for you next year.

After being out of school for almost a month, settling back into classes is no easy feat. But, it was a much needed break, and for me, a very exciting one. My family took a two-week trip to Ireland to visit our extended family for Christmas. All of my grandparents, cousins, aunts, and uncles live in Dublin — the capital city of Ireland — and it’s always special when we get to go back.