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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When is The Best Time to Visit Ireland in 2025?
28th August 2024
Read Danielle's guide to decide on the best time to visit Ireland. Travel expert Danielle covers airfares, hotel prices, festivals, national holidays and β of course β Irish weather and climate.
Best Time To Visit Ireland At A Glance
π€οΈ Ireland's Famous Weather
πΌ Ireland in Spring... And Also Summer
π Ireland in Fall/Autumn... And Also Winter
π₯³ Public Holidays & Festivals To Note
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What To Pack For Ireland: Paige's Packing List
28th August 2024
You've found Ireland's best small-group tours. You've booked your flights. Next on the list: what to pack? Read Paige's expert packing tips and recommended suitcase sizes.
What To Pack For Ireland At A Glance
Don't Leave Without These Essentials π¨
The Best Suitcase Size For Ireland π§³
My Recommended Ireland Packing List π
Pack These Extras For The Win π€
What You WON'T Need π«
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Sustainable Travel Tips You Can Start Using Today
22nd August 2024
How do I travel more sustainably? Lower your impact with these easy-to-do tips from Vagabond Sustainability Executive Edwina.
Sustainable Travel Tips At A Glance
π§Say No To Disposable Coffee Cups
π«Avoid Single-Use Plastic Plastic
𧳠Travel Light, Buy Local
π€ Spend With Sustainable Businesses
π Use Public Transport & Avoid Tourist Traps
π³ Fly Green, Offset Your Emissions
π Practice Slow Travel
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How You Can Trace Your Irish Roots
9th August 2024
Trace your Irish heritage all the way back to its roots with Ireland history expert Derry. Read his step-by-step Irish genealogy guide including tips and links to lots of free resources.
Tracing Irish Roots At A Glance
π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Do Your Homework
π΅οΈ Study Clues In Your Name
π Use These Free Geneaology Tools
π¬ Visit Archives in Dublin and Elsewhere In Ireland
π― Widen Your Net Beyond Ireland
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9 Reasons For Visiting Ireland in August
8th August 2024
Travel expert Danielle is here to wow you with her powers of persuasion. Read her reasons to visit Ireland in August 2025. Learn about Irish weather, average temperatures, what to pack and the best places in Ireland to go.
August In Ireland At A Glance...
βοΈ Higher-Than-Average Temperatures
π No Extreme Heatwaves Or Wildfires
π©²What To Pack and What To Wear
π³ Less Crowded Than Elsewhere in Europe
π Superb Choice In Tour Departures
β° Long Daylight - Up To 16 Hours!
πΌ Wonderful August Wildlife
π΅ Lively Festivals & Events All Over Ireland
π₯οΈ August is Perfect for a Boat Trip
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Compare Our 7 Day Small-Group Tours of Ireland
24th July 2024
Do you have just over a week in Ireland? Lucky you! Sales & Marketing Manager, Deirdre, helps you understand the similarities and differences between our various 7 day itineraries.
7 Day Ireland Tours At A Glance
Swiftly jump between our 7 Day tours of Ireland using these quick links:
π₯Ύ Jump On An Active Tour of Northern Ireland, Donegal, Sligo & Mayo
πΆ Dive Into Adventure In The West & Southwest (Includes 2 Nights in Dingle)
π° Explore Castles & Islands In Clare, Kerry & Cork (Includes 2 Nights in Kinsale)
βοΈ Culture & Craic In Ireland's West & Southwest (Includes 2 Nights in Dingle)
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Deirdre's Non-Touristy Things To Do In Dublin
24th July 2024
You've likely heard of Temple Bar and the Guinness Storehouse. Now get ready for something different. Local expert, Deirdre, helps you explore Dublin like a Dubliner, with these distinctly non-touristy things to do.
Non-Touristy Dublin At A Glance
πΌ A Street Market With Added Local Flavour
π² A Georgian Dublin Bike Tour
β² Blissful Parks & Europe's Oldest Mall
π€οΈ Villages & Coastline By Train
π Free-To-Enter Dublin Musems
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Dine Like A Dub: The Best Places to Eat in Dublin City Centre
22nd July 2024
Staying in Dublin? Deirdre is a true-blue Dubliner. Discover her favourite restaurants in Ireland's capital for fresh, locally-sourced and delicious Irish food.
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Take These 7 Easy Dublin Day Trips By Rail, Bus Or Tram
22nd July 2024
Staying in Ireland's capital city? Don't miss Deirdre's easy day trips from Dublin, all within easy reach by public transport.
Dublin Day Trips & Public Transport In A Nutshell π₯
π I Love These Charming Day Trips Around Dublin
π Dublin's Rail And Tram Systems Cover Most Of The City
π For Everywhere Else, Hop On A Dublin Bus
π€ Save Money & Hassle With This Travel Card
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