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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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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 🌼 A Street Market With Added Local Flavour 🚲 A Georgian Dublin Bike Tour  β›² Blissful Parks & Europe's Oldest Mall πŸ›€οΈ Villages & Coastline By Train πŸ“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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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 🚞 I Love These Charming Day Trips Around Dublin πŸš‰ Dublin's Rail And Tram Systems Cover Most Of The City 🚏 For Everywhere Else, Hop On A Dublin Bus πŸ€‘ 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 πŸ“ž Keep In Touch With Loved Ones 🌲 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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Understand Sales Tax In Ireland & Get A VAT Refund

25th June 2024
What is VAT? Travel expert John helps you understand Irish sales tax and how you can claim it back after your vacation to Ireland. Sales Tax And VAT Refunds In Ireland At A Glance πŸ€” What is VAT Exactly? πŸ“‰ Different VAT Rates Sometimes Apply πŸ’° Is VAT Charged Separately? πŸ€‘ How To Save On VAT
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Is November A Good Time To Go To Ireland?

1st May 2024
Ireland in November is a lovely time of year. Festivities are ramping up ahead of Christmas, you'll get better bang for your buck with hotels and flights and warm, cosy pubs are plentiful! Here are just some of the reasons why Danielle recommends visiting Ireland in November… November in Ireland At A Glance... πŸ€‘ Cheaper Flights & Hotels πŸŽ…πŸ» Christmas Markets Kick-Off 🎨 Visit Museums and Galleries 🍻 Relax In The Cosy Pubs πŸ₯Ύ Enjoy Quieter Hiking Trails
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