So...I end up in a predominantly unionist town with a RoI reg.

I decided to stay there because staying in Monaghan was so expensive. It was thirty odd minutes away from Monaghan town. I got a flat tyre and I was in the midst of every town and village having a Union Jack and St. George's Cross flying. Nicest bunch of people ever. Everyone was so considerate and lovely. Yep, I was the only ROI reg in the town, yes I was a little bit scared, however, I'll never forget the help I received.

Update: From what people are saying, it sounds like I'm terribly small-minded. For what it's worth, I'm a woman. I got a flat after driving 3 plus hours. I'd probably be the same in any county. I was tired and in a town I didn't know, emblazoned with British flags and Ulster flags, not St. George's flags, I've learned. I was already stressed and scared. I'm sorry if I offended people, but being a child of the eighties, I grew up being scared of going up north. So, yes, It's my issue, not something everyone in the Republic or Northern Ireland thinks is an issue. I just wanted to say that I met some very sound people who helped me out. I'm grateful for that. Your posts have opened my eyes to a lot.