Ireland Travel Tips

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.

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 🤔 What is VAT Exactly? 📉 Different VAT Rates Sometimes Apply 💰 Is VAT Charged Separately? 🤑 How To Save On VAT

Less hassle. More friends. Freedom in spades. Compare how small-group guided tours measure up against self-drive vacations in Ireland with this helpful guide. Tours Vs. Self-Drive in Ireland 💰 Tours Are MORE Economical. Fixed Pricing Vs. Astronomical Rental Quotes, Gas, Insurance PLUS Other Fees 📸 You'll See MORE On Tour With Us Than You Would Driving. Let An Expert Guide You! 🗺️ Flexible Tour Itineraries With Choice & Downtime Built-In. Real Independence! 😎 Less Hassle. No Need To Adapt To Driving Stick, Driving On The Left Or Different Road Layouts 🙌 Be More Sociable! Ready-Made Travel Buddies On Tour And The Chance To Meet Friendly Locals 🗺️ No Fiddling With Maps Or GPS. See The REAL Ireland. All The Must-See Sights PLUS Our Secret Destinations. 🕖 Skip Queues At Major Attractions. We Time Arrivals Outside Peak Hours. ✔️ Little Or No Research Involved. We've Been Exploring Ireland Since 2002!

Get the latest travel updates from Vagabond & Driftwood about our 2026 and 2027 Tours of Ireland. Have any more concerns? Please contact us using the details below. Our team is always happy to help.  

Get practical Ireland travel tips, learn Irish slang and even cook up an Irish recipe! Here is travel expert Brian's ultimate Ireland travel guide for 2026 & 2027! Ireland At A Glance 🗺️ Ireland 101 🧳 Plan Your Trip 📅 Best Time to Visit 🏞️ 2026 Bucket List 📸 Dublin Travel Tips 😉 Get to Know The Irish 🎻 TV, Books & Music 🥔 The Best Irish Food ☘️ Tracing Irish Roots

Ireland is a country best discovered at your own pace, immersing yourself in its rich culture and stunning landscapes. But with so much to see and do, planning a trip can be overwhelming. That's where Deirdre from Vagabond Tours comes in...