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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.

A Driftwood bus parked overlooking Gurteen Bay in Connemara

My Amazing Driftwood Experience: 7 Day Tour of Ireland

15th February 2019
Read the experience of Corrina Austin as she joined Driftwood on a magical 7 day tour of Ireland.  
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A speaker, and Iphone plugged in to an extension lead

Are Electrical Adapters Needed for Ireland?

30th July 2018
Yes, if you have American or Canadian electrical devices you will need an electrical adaptor. In Ireland like the U.K. the plugs are three pin (see below). Besides a different shape plug, the voltage is significantly different too. In Europe it can be anywhere between 220-240 Volts, while in the U.S.A. and Canada it is usually 110 Volts.
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Vagabond guests beginning a hike with a sign saying Causeway Coast Way

Best Guide Books For Ireland

1st May 2018
If youre looking for the best Ireland guidebooks, its safe to say youre looking to get the most from your Irish vacation.
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The exterior front of Kilkenny Castle with a view of the lawn and trees surrounding the castle

Why You Need to Visit Kilkenny

4th September 2017
Our guide to elegant Kilkenny, a beautiful Irish city steeped in medieval history.
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A veggie burger with a side of chips

Five Burgers You Must Try When in Ireland

26th May 2017
Embrace the Irish burger at some of our favourite burger joints.
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Tips For Travelling To Ireland As A Family

11th August 2016
Family travel is aes are generations of the same family is a growing phenomenon. We werent surprised to discover, that according to YouGov, Ireland makes it into the top 5 countries preferred by both Millennials & Baby Boomers. Adding to that, escorted tours also make it in as a shared preference between grandchildren and grandparents alike.
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