Seniors Discover The Other Dublin

This Dublin is a city in Franklin, Delaware and Union counties in a suburb of Columbus, Ohio. The population runs right at 42,000. Senior travelers hear that “It’s Greener In Dublin.”

Dublin is known by many as “Ohio’s Most Prestigious Golf Address.” Each year in late May or early June, the city hosts the Memorial Tournament, a stop on golf’s PGA Tour. Consequently, numerous golf aficionados choose to make Dublin their home. Muirfield Village is an upscale golf-oriented community founded by Jack Nicklaus and is named after Muirfield, Scotland.

Dublin has long been recognized as a premier community, not only locally, but also internationally. Home to Ohio’s largest corporation, Cardinal Health – 21 on the Fortune 500 list, Dublin also is the headquarters of the Wendy’s Company, Ashland Inc. and OCLC.

Senior Travelers Enjoy Bridge Street District

Although its earliest settlements date back to 1802, the village that became Dublin did not begin to take shape until the arrival of the Sells family from Huntingdon, Pennsylvania. John Sells had a partner named John Shields who named the city after his birthplace in Ireland. Dublin was described in 1833 as having one store and several mills.

Senior visitors will enjoy Dublin’s Bridge Street District. Housing, dining, and shopping along with riverfront parks, a new library and gathering spaces are fueling a vibrancy and creating connectivity in the city.

 Enjoy thumbing through the 62-page Dublin Visitors Guide that can acquaint senior visitors to the many attractions that the city has to offer. This guide has great information including a “Jig Every Month” in Historic Dublin. The Historic District of Dublin features centuries-old buildings adjacent to new structures blending the old with the new as the backdrop for a vibrant town center.

 Seniors Enjoy Irish Heritage In Dublin

Chic restaurants, eclectic shopping and professional service businesses offer dining, nightlife, shopping and gathering – all within walking distance of a diverse mix of homes and parks along the natural boundaries of the Scioto River.

Annual events in Dublin include the July 4 music event, a St. Patrick’s Day parade, and the Dublin Irish Festival, which is one of the largest Irish-American festivals. This Green Community is proud of its Irish heritage.

There is a lot for seniors to do and see in Dublin. From visionary art in public places to world class events, Dublin is distinguished by its unrivaled attractions, renowned leisure activities and passion for all things Irish. Senior travelers, Dublin offers an exciting experience for everyone. Plan to drop by this exciting city and get acquainted with all that it offers. -jeb