When I first arrived in Dublin I had to do a double take because I honestly felt like I was back home in New York. I was so surprised by how modern it is here, it is very lively and seems to be pretty diverse. The architecture is very unique and the statues throughout the city are extremely captivating, especially because most have an interesting story behind them. So far most of the Dubliners that I’ve had an encounter with have been very welcoming and friendly, which is comforting when you are in a unfamiliar place.