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Ireland Travel Tips

From the ultimate packing guide to transfers from Dublin Airport...

Our Ireland travel tips section is your essential guide to all aspects of the Emerald Isle.

Things To Do In Dublin Near Grand Canal Hotel

16th May 2024
Explore Dublin with travel expert John's definitive list of things to do near the Grand Canal Hotel. The Grand Canal Area At A Glance πŸ˜‹ You are spoiled for dining and drinking options in the area. 🏟️ Within a 10 minute walk you'll find one of Ireland's largest theatres and biggest sports stadia. There's also an historic battlefield, beautiful Georgian architecture, a scenic canal and a windswept beach. πŸš‰ Take a day trip from Grand Canal Dock train station, only 5 minutes walk away.
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A vibrantly blue bike leans against the railing of an ivy-coloured Georgian front door as a female walks by

Non-Touristy Things To Do In Dublin

9th May 2024
You've heard of Temple Bar and the Guinness Storehouse. Now local expert Derry helps you explore Dublin like a local, with these distinctly non-touristy things to do. Non-Touristy Dublin At A Glance 🌼 A Street Market With Added Local Flavour 🚲 A Georgian Dublin Bike Tour  β›² Blissful Parks & Europe's Oldest Mall πŸ›€οΈ Villages & Coastline By Train πŸ“œ Free-To-Enter Dublin Musems
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Female tour guests with Vagabond tour guide smiling at a kayaking centre

7 Reasons Guided Tours Go Beyond Self-Drive

16th April 2024
Less hassle. More friends. Freedom in spades. Compare how small-group guided tours measure up against self-drive vacations in Ireland with this helpful guide. Tours Vs. Self-Drive in Ireland πŸ’° Tours Are MORE Economical. Fixed Pricing Vs. Astronomical Rental Quotes, Gas, Insurance PLUS Other Fees πŸ“Έ You'll See MORE On Tour With Us Than You Would Driving. Let An Expert Guide You! πŸ—ΊοΈ Flexible Tour Itineraries With Choice & Downtime Built-In. Real Independence! 😎 Less Hassle. No Need To Adapt To Driving Stick, Driving On The Left Or Different Road Layouts πŸ™Œ Be More Sociable! Ready-Made Travel Buddies On Tour And The Chance To Meet Friendly Locals πŸ—ΊοΈ No Fiddling With Maps Or GPS. See The REAL Ireland. All The Must-See Sights PLUS Our Secret Destinations. πŸ•– Skip Queues At Major Attractions. We Time Arrivals Outside Peak Hours. βœ”οΈ Little Or No Research Involved. We've Been Exploring Ireland Since 2002!
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How Much Money to Bring to Ireland?

28th March 2024
We all know that money makes the world go round. But how much spending money should you bring to Ireland? πŸ’Ά What Currency Will I Need? πŸ’° Where's Best To Convert Currency? πŸ’³ Will My Credit Card Work? πŸ’΅ Cash Versus Cards πŸ’Έ Ireland On A Budget
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Gougane Barra church on a sunny day with the mountains in the background

When is The Best Time to Visit Ireland in 2024?

28th March 2024
Read our guide to Irish airfares, hotel prices, festivals, holidays and, of course, the weather.
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Farmer/tour guide leaning on a gate at Jerpoint in Kilkenny

Funny Irish Phrases & Sayings

25th March 2024
What's the craic, horsebox? Fit in with the locals. Understand Irish culture. Suspend the logical side of your brain. Irish nonsense expert, Derry, breaks down slang in Ireland with these funny Irish phrases. Funny Irish Phrases At A Glance πŸŽ‰ Just What Is The Craic? πŸ‘‹ 3 Ways To Say Say Hello πŸ™Š When Words Escape You 🀣 Slag (And Be Slagged) πŸ«… How To Avoid Having Notions
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