
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
๐ฆฑ Hotels Have Hairdryers & Wifi (But Rarely Aircon)
โก Power Sockets In Irish Hotels Are A Little Different
๐ Hotel Breakfasts In Ireland A Personal Highlight For Me
๐๏ธ Irish Hotel Bed Sizes Do NOT Match US Bed Sizes
๐ฝ Get Ready The Subtle Nuances Of Irish Hotel Bathrooms
๐ 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
๐ Tipping in Irish Restaurants and Pubs
๐ณ Can I Use A Credit Card To Tip?
๐ When Should I Tip Irish Taxi Drivers? What About Hotel Staff?
๐ 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
๐ค What is VAT Exactly?
๐ Different VAT Rates Sometimes Apply
๐ฐ Is VAT Charged Separately?
๐ค How To Save On VAT
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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
๐ฐ Tours Are MORE Economical. Fixed Pricing Vs. Astronomical Rental Quotes, Gas, Insurance PLUS Other Fees
๐ธ You'll See MORE On Tour With Us Than You Would Driving. Let An Expert Guide You!
๐บ๏ธ Flexible Tour Itineraries With Choice & Downtime Built-In. Real Independence!
๐ Less Hassle. No Need To Adapt To Driving Stick, Driving On The Left Or Different Road Layouts
๐ Be More Sociable! Ready-Made Travel Buddies On Tour And The Chance To Meet Friendly Locals
๐บ๏ธ No Fiddling With Maps Or GPS. See The REAL Ireland. All The Must-See Sights PLUS Our Secret Destinations.
๐ Skip Queues At Major Attractions. We Time Arrivals Outside Peak Hours.
โ๏ธ Little Or No Research Involved. We've Been Exploring Ireland Since 2002!
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John's Alternative Guide To Dublin Hotels Outside The City Centre
15th February 2024
Having trouble finding reasonably-priced hotels in Dublin? Travel expert John has the answer; base yourself outside the the city centre. Use John's guide to book high quality Dublin accommodation and learn the best ways to reach downtown.
Alternative Dublin Hotels At A Glance
๐๏ธ Avoid The Events On This Calendar In 2025
๐ Orient Yourself With This Dublin Hotel Map
๐จ Alternative Dublin Hotels That Are Still Quite Central
๐งญ Hotels Located South and West of Dublin City Centre
๐ Note That All Tours Begin and End at the Grand Canal Hotel
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Save Money with John's Tips For Booking Cheap Flights to Ireland
22nd September 2023
With years of experience as a travel agent and VagaGuide, John shares his expertise, tips and tricks for booking cheap flights to Ireland.
Saving Money on Cheap Flights to Ireland At A Glance
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Be Sure To Book Early
๐ซ Choose The Right Departure Day
โฑ๏ธ Aim for Shoulder Season
๐ฉโ๐ผ Speak To A Travel Agent
๐ธ Check Jack's Flight Club
๐ฌ Use A Flight Comparison Website
โ ๏ธ Sign Up For Flight Alerts
๐จ๐ผโโ๏ธ Check Google Flights
โ๏ธ Look At Alternative Airports In Ireland
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