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Ireland Travel Tips

From the ultimate packing guide to transfers from Dublin Airport...

Our Ireland travel tips section is your essential guide to all aspects of the Emerald Isle.

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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 πŸ“ž Keep In Touch With Loved Ones πŸ“Έ Share and Collect Photos 🌲 Plant Trees & Avoid Single-Use Plastic 🚌 Plan Train, Bus & City Journeys ℹ️ Convert Currency, Check Weather & Book Hotels πŸ‘€ Plan Things To Do πŸ˜‹ Find Places To Eat
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What Are The Best Hotels & Areas To Stay In Dublin Before & After Your Tour?

5th June 2025
What’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. πŸ“ The Best Hotels In Dublin For Our Tours πŸ₯œ The Grand Canal Hotel In A Nutshell ♻️ Best Green Hotel in Dublin 🏨 Best Areas To Stay In Dublin Near The Grand Canal Hotel πŸš‰ Best Hotels in Dublin’s Grand Canal Dock Area β˜• Dublin’s Northumberland Rd/Baggot St Area 🍻 Temple Bar/St Stephen’s Green Area ✈️ Best Hotels Near Dublin Airport ❌ Where NOT To Stay in Dublin
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Ireland's Castles & Their Fascinating Facts

19th May 2025
Travel expert Derry has picked his favourite Irish castles. Learn all about the history of Ireland through these amazing fortresses, their builders, battles and besiegers! Castles in Ireland At A Glance βš”οΈ Dunluce Castle πŸ’‹ Blarney Castle ☘️ Rock of Cashel β›΅ Dunguaire Castle πŸ›‘οΈ Aughnanure Castle 🏯 Kilkenny Castle 🏰 Donegal Castle
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Planning A Trip to Ireland: 2025 Essential Checklist

15th May 2025
Read Jade's essential travel tips for planning, budgeting and packing for your 2025 small-group tour of Ireland. Planning A Trip To Ireland At A Glance ⏳ Book Early for Best Value πŸ₯ Purchase Insurance πŸ›‚ Check Your Passport 🧳 Pack Only The Essentials 🏦 Notify Your Bank ⚠️ Last Minute Checks
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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 πŸš– Our Recommended Option: Taxi 🚏 Alternative Option 1. Aircoach 🚍 Alternative Option 2. Dublin Express πŸ’š Dublin Travel Card - Visitor LEAP Card
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Farmer/tour guide leaning on a gate at Jerpoint in Kilkenny

Funny Irish Phrases & Sayings

7th May 2025
What's the craic, horsebox? Fit in with the locals. Understand Irish culture. Suspend the logical side of your brain. Irish nonsense expert, Amy, breaks down slang in Ireland with these funny Irish phrases. Funny Irish Phrases At A Glance πŸŽ‰ Just What Is The Craic? πŸ‘‹ 3 Ways To Say Say Hello πŸ™Š When Words Escape You 🀣 Slag (And Be Slagged) πŸ«… How To Avoid Having Notions
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