Aculeus, I know YOU understand, and love Ireland..and the continent. But, I hate to think the likes of Schroeder and Chirac would put people off visiting this VERY beautiful, historical and interesting continent.
I made two trans Atlantic trips in the last 10 months.Both holiday trips..not business. Most Americans wouldn't dream of trying to experience the European culture, which is a shame, really. I'm not saying they shouldn't holiday at home. I'm just saying, if this Irish lass can make two trips to North America in one year, surely most Americans can make one trip to Europe in a lifetime.