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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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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 ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Do Your Homework ๐Ÿ•ต๏ธ Study Clues In Your Name ๐Ÿ†“ Use These Free Geneaology Tools ๐Ÿ›ฌ Visit Archives in Dublin and Elsewhere In Ireland ๐ŸŽฏ Widen Your Net Beyond Ireland
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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 ๐ŸŒผ A Street Market With Added Local Flavour ๐Ÿšฒ A Georgian Dublin Bike Tour  โ›ฒ Blissful Parks & Europe's Oldest Mall ๐Ÿ›ค๏ธ Villages & Coastline By Train ๐Ÿ“œ 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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Things To Do In Dublin Near Grand Canal Hotel

22nd July 2024
Explore Dublin with travel expert Deirdre's definitive list of things to do near the Grand Canal Hotel. The Grand Canal Area At A Glance ๐Ÿ˜‹ You are spoiled for dining and drinking options in the area. ๐ŸŸ๏ธ Within a 10 minute walk you'll find one of Ireland's largest theatres and biggest sports stadia. There's also an historic battlefield, beautiful Georgian architecture, a scenic canal and a windswept beach. ๐Ÿš‰ Take a day trip from Grand Canal Dock train station, only 5 minutes walk away.
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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 At A Glance ๐Ÿšž I Love These Charming Day Trips Around Dublin ๐Ÿš‰ Dublin's Rail And Tram Systems Cover Most Of The City ๐Ÿš For Everywhere Else, Hop On A Dublin Bus ๐Ÿค‘ Save Money & Hassle With This Travel Card
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Best Free Travel Apps Ireland - Your Essential Guide

17th July 2024
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 ๐Ÿ“ž Keep In Touch With Loved Ones ๐ŸŒฒ Plant Trees & Avoid Single-Use Plastic ๐ŸšŒ Plan Train, Bus & City Journeys โ„น๏ธ Convert Currency, Check Weather & Book Hotels ๐Ÿ‘€ Plan Things To Do ๐Ÿ˜‹ Find Places To Eat
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