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Jade

Film and drama graduate Jade plays a starring role at Vagabond as Sales & Reservations Executive. This Wicklow native has travelled all over Ireland, noting the wild rugged landscapes of Connemara and Donegal as her favourite places. Jade is a wealth of knowledge on all things Ireland.

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Ireland Packing List: Your Ireland Travel Essentials

30th April 2026
You’ve found Ireland’s best small-group tours. You’ve booked your flights. Next on the list: what to pack for Ireland? Read Jade’s expert packing tips and recommended suitcase sizes. What To Pack For Ireland At A Glance Don't Leave Without These Ireland Travel Essentials 🚨 The Best Suitcase Size For Ireland 🧳 My Recommended Ireland Packing List 😎 Pack These Extras For The Win 🤠 What You WON'T Need 🚫
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Planning A Trip to Ireland: 2026 Essential Checklist

25th September 2025
Read Jade's essential travel tips for planning, budgeting and packing for your 2026 small-group tour of Ireland. Planning A Trip To Ireland At A Glance 🏥 Purchase Insurance 🛂 Check Your Passport 🧳 Pack Only The Essentials 🏦 Notify Your Bank ⚠️ Last Minute Checks
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Solo Travel Ireland: Everything You Need To Know

20th June 2025
What is solo travel in Ireland like on a small-group tour? Travel expert Jade gives you answers all of your questions and concerns in this handy guide. Solo Travel In Ireland At A Glance 🥰 Ireland Is Super Friendly & Safe 👩‍❤️‍👩 New Friendships On Tour Are Very Common 👴 Ireland Solo Travel Suits All Ages  🚐 Solo Travel In Ireland Is Better In Small Groups 💰 Your Solo Tour Doesn't Have To Cost More 🌇 Dublin Is A Haven for Solo Travellers
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Best Free Travel Apps Ireland - Your Essential Guide

10th June 2025
Enjoy travel expert Jade's selection of the best free apps for visitors to Ireland. Jade has included all of her favourites with handy links to download for Android and iPhone. Best Travel Apps For Ireland At A Glance 📞 Keep In Touch With Loved Ones 📸 Share and Collect Photos 🌲 Plant Trees & Avoid Single-Use Plastic 🚌 Plan Train, Bus & City Journeys ℹ️ Convert Currency, Check Weather & Book Hotels 👀 Plan Things To Do 😋 Find Places To Eat
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What to Pack For Your Vagabond Or Driftwood Tour of Ireland?

24th March 2022
You've found Ireland's best small-group tours. You've booked your flights. Next on the list: what to pack? Read Jade's expert packing tips and recommended suitcase sizes. What To Pack For Ireland At A Glance Don't Leave Without These Essentials 🚨 The Best Suitcase Size For Ireland 🧳 My Recommended Packing List 😎 Pack These Extras For The Win 🤠 What You WON'T Need 🚫
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Are Electrical Adapters Needed for Ireland?

30th July 2018
Yes, if you have American or Canadian electrical devices you will need an electrical adaptor. In Ireland like the U.K. the plugs are three pin (see below). Besides a different shape plug, the voltage is significantly different too. In Europe it can be anywhere between 220-240 Volts, while in the U.S.A. and Canada it is usually 110 Volts.
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