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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 Much Money to Bring to Ireland?

28th March 2024
We all know that money makes the world go round. But how much spending money should you bring to Ireland? Reservations Specialist John lays out everything you need to know. How Much Money To Bring To Ireland At A Glance 💶 What Currency Will I Need? 💰 Where's Best To Convert Currency? 💳 Will My Credit Card Work? 💵 Cash Versus Cards 💸 Ireland On A Budget
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Farmer/tour guide leaning on a gate at Jerpoint in Kilkenny

Funny Irish Phrases & Sayings

25th March 2024
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 🎉 Just What Is The Craic? 👋 3 Ways To Say Say Hello 🙊 When Words Escape You 🤣 Slag (And Be Slagged) 🫅 How To Avoid Having Notions
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Vagabond Tour Group exploring Ireland with vehicle

Get The Latest Travel News For Our Tours Of Ireland

13th March 2024
Get the latest travel updates from Vagabond & Driftwood about our 2025 and 2026 tours of Ireland.
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A Driftwood group standing in front of their tour bus on a beach

Which Guided Tour of Ireland Should You Choose?

12th March 2024
Let travel expert Danielle help you choose the perfect guided tour of Ireland. Understand the difference between our two tour styles; active Vagabond Cultural Adventures and gently-paced Driftwood Journeys of Discovery. Compare Our Tour Styles At A Glance 💓 Fitness Is Required On Both Tour Styles (Check Typical Step Counts) ⌛ Driftwood Features A Gentler Pace & More Multi-Night Stays 🚐 Our Mercedes Tour Vehicles Differ Ever-So-Slightly 🛥️ Both Tour Styles Offer Boat Trips — But Only One Itinerary Lands on Skellig Michael!
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Vagabond guests pose with the Blasket Islands in the background

Our Favourite Islands Off the Coast of Ireland

26th February 2024
Make sure you tick at least one of these spectacular islands off the coast of Ireland off your bucket list. They are our absolute must-see favourites! Best Islands In Ireland At A Glance ⛰️ Puffin-Festooned Atlantic Pyramids 🌼 A Garden Island With A Microclimate 🌅 Ireland's Most Famous Island Chain ☘️ Wild & Uninhabited Kerry Island 💚 Historic Island with Round Tower 🧭 Nature-Filled Island Off Antrim 🧂 Southeast Wildlife Paradise 👁️ Visit This Island Just Off Dublin
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Scenic Gougane Barra church in June in Ireland

Why You Should Visit Ireland in June

12th February 2024
Visiting Ireland in June is always a wise decision. For all those intrepid Vagabonds or Driftwooders out there scratching their heads wondering when to come to Ireland, Danielle has the answer. It's quite simple; June is an AWESOME time to visit Ireland! June In Ireland At A Glance... 🌤️ Higher-Than-Average Temperatures - But No Heatwaves! 🌅 Up To 18 Hours Of Daylight 🚐 Empty Backroads & Few Crowds ✈️ Off-Peak Flight Prices 🎉 Feel-Good Festivals of Music, Comedy, Culture & Food
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