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Johnboy

John McKiernan is Reservations Supervisor at Vagabond. He was previously a driver guide for Vagabond and, fadรณ fadรณ, a hiking guide and travel agent. Johnboy loves to share his passion for Ireland, his knowledge of Irish culture and his in-depth travel expertise.

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How Much Money to Bring to Ireland?

29th August 2025
We all know that money makes the world go round. But how much spending money should you bring to Ireland? Reservations Specialist John lays out everything you need to know. How Much Money To Bring To Ireland At A Glance ๐Ÿ’ถ What Currency Will I Need? ๐Ÿ’ฐ Where's Best To Convert Currency? ๐Ÿ’ณ Will My Credit Card Work? ๐Ÿ’ต Cash Versus Cards ๐Ÿš How Much Money Will I Need On Tour? ๐Ÿ’ธ Ireland On A Budget
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One Family Who Saw It All On Their Private Tour of Ireland

8th July 2025
VagaGuide John tells the story of the Davidson clanโ€™s epic private Ireland tour. ๐Ÿ’ฏ What Makes A Great Private Tour of Ireland? ๐Ÿฐ Surprise! The Gang Visit An Ancestral Castle ๐Ÿงญ The Davidsonsโ€™ Private Tour Kicks Off In Northern Ireland ๐Ÿฅƒ The Giantโ€™s Causeway and Bushmills Distillery ๐ŸŒณ Derry City and Glenveagh National Park ๐Ÿฅ‚ Toasting Our Private Ireland Tour - Vagabond Style! โœ… What To Expect From A Private Tour of Ireland with Vagabond
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John's 10 Unbreakable Traditional Irish Food Rules

26th June 2025
Our Irish food and travel expert, John, navigates your path through the rules of eating in Ireland. Traditional Irish Food Rules At A Glance ๐Ÿณ Eat Dinner For Breakfast ๐Ÿž Make Sure You Munch All 1,387 Irish Bread Varieties ๐Ÿงˆ Speaking of Bread, Spread Your Butter Thick ๐Ÿฒ Try A Different Chowder In Every Village ๐Ÿฅ” All Hale The Potato! ๐Ÿ’ช Treat Stout Like A Health Drink โ˜• Brew Your Tea Strong ๐ŸŸ Chips = Crisps. Fries = Chips ๐Ÿ— Any Day Can Be Sunday Roast Day! ๐Ÿฅ– The Infamous Chicken Fillet Roll
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What Are The Best Hotels & Areas To Stay In Dublin Before & After Your Tour?

5th June 2025
Whatโ€™s the best area to stay in Dublin? Discover travel expert John's favourite hotels in each neighbourhood, including maps and tips on where to avoid. ๐Ÿ“ The Best Hotels In Dublin For Our Tours ๐Ÿฅœ The Grand Canal Hotel In A Nutshell โ™ป๏ธ Best Green Hotel in Dublin ๐Ÿจ Best Areas To Stay In Dublin Near The Grand Canal Hotel ๐Ÿš‰ Best Hotels in Dublinโ€™s Grand Canal Dock Area โ˜• Dublinโ€™s Northumberland Rd/Baggot St Area ๐Ÿป Temple Bar/St Stephenโ€™s Green Area โœˆ๏ธ Best Hotels Near Dublin Airport โŒ Where NOT To Stay in Dublin
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Dublin Airport

How Do I Get From Dublin Airport to Dublin City Centre?

8th May 2025
Read John's guide to the taxis, buses and tickets that will get you from Dublin Airport to downtown Dublin City. Getting From Dublin Aiport To Dublin City Centre At A Glance ๐Ÿš– Our Recommended Option: Taxi ๐Ÿš Alternative Option 1. Aircoach ๐Ÿš Alternative Option 2. Dublin Express ๐Ÿ’š Dublin Travel Card - Visitor LEAP Card
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No Better Time To Book The Best Value Ireland Tours

28th November 2024
No better place to escape to than Ireland. No better time to come than 2025. Travel expert John explains why value lies at the heart of Vagabond and Driftwood Tours of Ireland. ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 23 Years of Experience Leading Small-Group Tours ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿคโ€๐Ÿง‘ Small-Group = Personal Service ๐Ÿ•— Full Days on Tour & Amazing Reviews  
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