Duckworth_Luas wrote: » I think you're mixing up the Irish with the Chinese!
RobYourBuilder wrote: » Depending on your level, you shouldn't have much problems finding work in either city. The culinary scene and chance to progress would be much larger in London than Dublin though.
DavidSpain wrote: » Same again, bigger city bigger chances, but in Ireland you have great restaurants and hotels, Patrick Guilbaud, Four seasons Hotel, and so on.
TheBeardedLady wrote: » (I know this because I live in Spain ). .
FTA69 wrote: » Personally if you can secure a decent job with a good salary I'd pick London over Dublin; it's a much more vibrant place than Dublin. That having been said, as cities its size go, Dublin also has a lot going for it. More than many places its equivalent size anyway.
Phonehead wrote: » I'd agree with you, there is no way you can compare both!
Dayum wrote: » London if you're young, single, no kids, care-free. After a year the commute and extortionate prices will do your head in. Dublin if you're looking to settle down with some quality of life and comfort.
genericguy wrote: » seriously? london has way more outstanding restaurants, and if you are moving over here you likely won't be living in the four seasons hotel. either way - i work in london about one week a month, and I absolutely hate the place, dublin all the way for me. Nicer, calmer pace of life, better standard of living vs income (this is getting tighter though obviously), and nicer people. except on the red luas line.
Diego Simeone wrote: » Absolutely this. Pay is a good deal higher in London, but probably won't make up for the massively increased living costs unless you're earning a fairly significant amount.
DavidSpain wrote: » Yes, that is true, is a much bigger city. However, for me both are English speaking, capital and international cities.
Hold the Cheez Whiz wrote: » I think it is down to preferences. Dublin is smaller, more friendly, and you have more free time because you aren't commuting for 2+ hours every day. Also, it is more international than it used to be: there are a lot of foreigners working in Dublin, especially in IT and the hotels/restaurant industry. When I lived there, most of my friends were from Southern Europe or Latin America. I think London has MUCH better food and restaurant options than Dublin. But it is crushingly expensive. The other thing to consider is earnings in pounds versus euros. If this is a permanent move, it doesn't matter so much, but if the pound continues to strengthen against the euro, and you are considering moving back to Spain after 2-3 years, this can make a big difference in the value of your savings.
AngeGal wrote: » Worked in both, Dublin for me. London is just too intense/frantic for me. Dublin still has a lot on and a lot to do but with a slightly gentler pace of life. Depends on the individual though as others said.
