Johnboy's Guide To Hotels In Ireland: What To Expect
6th September 2024
Hotels in Ireland have their own unique charm. We hand-pick our accommodation providers so you always get the best possible experience. Travel expert Johnboy is here to explain it all. Let's dive in!
What To Expect In Hotels In Ireland At A Glance
𦱠Hotels Have Hairdryers & Wifi (But Rarely Aircon)
β‘ Power Sockets In Irish Hotels Are A Little Different
π Hotel Breakfasts In Ireland A Personal Highlight For Me
ποΈ Irish Hotel Bed Sizes Do NOT Match US Bed Sizes
π½ Get Ready The Subtle Nuances Of Irish Hotel Bathrooms
π It Is Possible To Do Laundry On Tour
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Tipping In Ireland: How Much?
12th July 2024
When should you tip in Ireland? How much? And who should you definitely NOT tip? Ireland travel expert, Johnboy, has the answers.
TIPPING IN IRELAND AT A GLANCE
π Tipping in Irish Restaurants and Pubs
π³ Can I Use A Credit Card To Tip?
π When Should I Tip Irish Taxi Drivers? What About Hotel Staff?
π Do I Tip My Tour Guide & Activity Suppliers On Tour?
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Understand Sales Tax In Ireland & Get A VAT Refund
25th June 2024
What is VAT? Travel expert John helps you understand Irish sales tax and how you can claim it back after your vacation to Ireland.
Sales Tax And VAT Refunds In Ireland At A Glance
π€ What is VAT Exactly?
π Different VAT Rates Sometimes Apply
π° Is VAT Charged Separately?
π€ How To Save On VAT
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John's 9 Unbreakable Irish Food Rules
2nd May 2024
Our Irish food expert and reformed VagaGuide, John, navigates your path through the rules of eating in Ireland.
Irish Food Rules At A Glance
π³ Eat Dinner For Breakfast
π Make Sure You Munch All 1,387 Irish Bread Varieties
π§ Speaking of Bread, Spread Your Butter Thick
π² Try A Different Chowder In Every Village
π₯ All Hale The Potato!
πͺ Treat Stout Like A Health Drink
β Brew Your Tea Strong
π Chips = Crisps. Fries = Chips
π Any Day Can Be Sunday Roast Day!
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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
π° Tours Are MORE Economical. Fixed Pricing Vs. Astronomical Rental Quotes, Gas, Insurance PLUS Other Fees
πΈ You'll See MORE On Tour With Us Than You Would Driving. Let An Expert Guide You!
πΊοΈ Flexible Tour Itineraries With Choice & Downtime Built-In. Real Independence!
π Less Hassle. No Need To Adapt To Driving Stick, Driving On The Left Or Different Road Layouts
π Be More Sociable! Ready-Made Travel Buddies On Tour And The Chance To Meet Friendly Locals
πΊοΈ No Fiddling With Maps Or GPS. See The REAL Ireland. All The Must-See Sights PLUS Our Secret Destinations.
π Skip Queues At Major Attractions. We Time Arrivals Outside Peak Hours.
βοΈ 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? Reservations Specialist John lays out everything you need to know.
How Much Money To Bring To Ireland At A Glance
πΆ What Currency Will I Need?
π° Where's Best To Convert Currency?
π³ Will My Credit Card Work?
π΅ Cash Versus Cards
πΈ Ireland On A Budget
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