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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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Irish breakfast with egg, bacon, tomato and bread

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 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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Couple exploring colourful shops in Kilkenny, Ireland

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 ๐Ÿค” What is VAT Exactly? ๐Ÿ“‰ Different VAT Rates Sometimes Apply ๐Ÿ’ฐ Is VAT Charged Separately? ๐Ÿค‘ 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 Novemberโ€ฆ November in Ireland At A Glance... ๐Ÿค‘ Cheaper Flights & Hotels ๐ŸŽ…๐Ÿป Christmas Markets Kick-Off ๐ŸŽจ Visit Museums and Galleries ๐Ÿป Relax In The Cosy Pubs ๐Ÿฅพ Enjoy Quieter Hiking Trails
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