Bray is just south of Dublin and is easily reached using public transport. In fact, the trip there on DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transit) is quite enjoyable, as the train follows the coast once out of city center. It will take about 45 minutes or so as you are wisked through Dublin, passing Dun Laoghaire, Dalkey and Killiney before arriving at Bray. 

Once you get off the train, it is a short walk to the shore (though you have to ask a local to figure out where to go). After a couple of blocks, the vista of the Bray seaside will open up to you, with Bray Head to the south. If you are up for a walk, there is a trail that takes you along the coast, but is not too taxing. Here you can see that Jim, along with Auntie Annie (right) and her friend Barb (left) successfully negotiated the trip. 

 For the more hearty, you can hike to the top of Bray Head to get a commanding view of the seaside. The heartier still can brave the cold waters for a swim. The beach is a bit rocky, but the water is relatively clean.

Bray is a popular seaside resort, and many of our Irish friends recall their childhood summers spending time with the entire family here. Some came to spend the week, while others remember spending many a Sunday swimming in the bay. There are several hotels and restaurants, most with outside seating for use in fair weather. We noted however, that the chippers, ice cream shops and video arcades seem to be the favorite with the younger set.

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