
You’re offered something to drink, something to eat, and constantly being taken care of. So hospitable, in fact, it can be a bit overwhelming.

As Cahir O’Doherty explains at Irish Central, Irish goodbyes are simply the opposite of “Irish welcomes.” You see, the Irish are famous for being extremely hospitable. To understand the Irish goodbye, you have to understand why it came to be. The “Irish goodbye” or “French exit”-not be confused with “ghosting”-is the act of leaving an event without actually telling everyone that you’re leaving.

Our writers traveled from all…Read more What Is an Irish Goodbye? Last week, the entire Lifehacker staff convened in New York City. There’s no need to make a big deal about leaving every gathering you attend.
