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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 😋 You are spoiled for dining and drinking options in the area. 🏟️ 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. 🚉 Take a day trip from Grand Canal Dock train station, only 5 minutes walk away.

Enjoy travel expert Paige's selection of the best free apps for visitors to Ireland. Paige has included all of her favourites with handy links to download for Android and iPhone. Best Travel Apps For Ireland At A Glance 📞 Keep In Touch With Loved Ones 🌲 Plant Trees & Avoid Single-Use Plastic 🚌 Plan Train, Bus & City Journeys ℹ️ Convert Currency, Check Weather & Book Hotels 👀 Plan Things To Do 😋 Find Places To Eat

When should you tip in Ireland? How much? And who should you definitely NOT tip? Ireland travel expert, Johnboy, has the answers. TIPPING IN IRELAND AT A GLANCE 😋 Tipping in Irish Restaurants and Pubs 💳 Can I Use A Credit Card To Tip? 🚖 When Should I Tip Irish Taxi Drivers? What About Hotel Staff? 😎 Do I Tip My Tour Guide & Activity Suppliers On Tour?

How can your business become a B Corp? Vagabond Tours Managing Director and Founder Rob shares tips and tricks from Vagabond's journey to become Ireland’s first travel B Corp. How To Become A B Corp At A Glance What Is A B Corp? 🤔 How To Become A B Corp 💚 5 Business Areas To Focus On ✋ Why We Became A B Corp ☘️ B Corp Recertification 🌅

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

Life is good down on the farm with Derry, who grew up in the countryside in Wicklow. Read his tales of farming in Ireland, including facts, figures and funny stories. FARMING IN IRELAND AT A GLANCE Stats On Farming In Ireland Today 🚜 Irish Farmers: A Day In The Life 🧑‍🌾 Farming in Summer, Winter and Spring 🌾 Ireland's Native Cow Breeds 🐮 Sheep Farming in Ireland 🐑