Getting Around in Ireland

Ireland Travel

Ireland Travel: Vacation Guide and Resources

In the past, waves of Irish emigrants settled in the United States and other countries. More recently, many Irish are returning home. The one thing that doesn't change is the popularity of Ireland travel. People flock to Ireland for golf, sightseeing and Irish history. This Web Guide can help you plan an Ireland vacation, from making travel reservations to arranging castle stays. Ireland travel will introduce you to “craic,” a celtic term referring to good music, good drink and good people—in other words, a good time. Our Web Guide will show you how to start planning your Ireland vacation.

Ireland Tourism Resources

The Republic of Ireland includes 83 percent of the country and 26 counties, while Northern Ireland ... read more »

Irish Language, Culture, and Travel Requirements

Before traveling anywhere, you'll want to know a bit about the culture, customs, and health and ... read more »

Getting to Ireland

Making travel arrangements, particularly booking flights, may seem inconvenient and tedious, but ... read more »

Ireland Hotels and Other Accomodations

Ireland offers hostels, hotels, B&Bs, and yes, even castles as possible accommodations. Below, ... read more »

Getting Around in Ireland

It may ease travel anxiety to have a general idea of how to get around in Ireland before you arrive. Consult the sites below to become better informed.

Dulcinea's Insight

  • Ireland's public transportation includes buses, trains, and ferries. For those on a time budget, there is an airline that flies around Ireland, cutting travel time by more than half.
  • If you plan to travel in any of the major cities, Dublin, Galway, or Cork, and not between any of them, it's best to travel without a car. For the most part public transportation is efficient and will save you the headache of driving on the left side of the road.
  • If you've never driven on the left-hand side of the road before, and are planning to give it a try in Ireland, be advised that it could take a few days or more before you feel totally comfortable. Ireland's often narrow, winding roads could also make traveling more difficult for new drivers.

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Dublin, Galway and Other Irish Cities

Ireland boasts a landscape of vibrant cities and magnificent natural features, amid quaint villages ... read more »

Entertainment in Ireland

It's no challenge to go out and have a good time in Ireland, whether over a pint, to a backdrop of ... read more »

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