Should you visit Dublin in January? Yes! Dublin is a terrific city to visit any time of the year and January is one of my favorite months to explore the ‘Fair City' as prices are lower, crowds are fewer, and, if you time your trip right, you can enjoy one of the largest traditional Irish...

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If you've waited too long to do your shopping and want to give an Irish gift – or even the gift of Ireland – this year, I'm here to help! Ireland Vacation Planning Gifts The best thing about planning an Ireland vacation is researching all the amazing things you can see and do during your...

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Autumn Bounty small group tour of Ireland combines the best of Irish culture, cuisine, and camaraderie; an authentic and immersive experience

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Jett L: We watched your podcasts before we planned our trip to the Republic and Northern Ireland. We drove from Dublin to Dalkey to Belfast to Derry to Killybegs to Dublin airport in a rental car. We rented a WiFicandy hotspot at the Dublin Airport and carried it in a pocket every day. We used...

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Before my first trip to Ireland, I bought a guidebook that included an Ireland road map. I used it before my trip to get a good idea of where the places I was reading about actually were. And then I left it at home. I'll blame it on excitement or last-minute research. Either way, the...

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Flying direct to the US from Dublin or Shannon airports allows to you clear US customs in Ireland. Here's what to expect when you land in the US - connecting flights, layovers, and Duty Free carry-on items.

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Cooler weather and hearty food just go together. So when fall rolls around, the dark sets in earlier, and I crave comfort food, you'll find me turning to some of my traditional Irish favorites. I'm a fair cook and I enjoy ‘fiddling' with recipes to create meals my family enjoys. Irish recipes for Fall Brown...

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Slow down and discover the Ireland you imagined! 10 things you need to do to achieve an authentic Ireland vacation experience.

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At some point during your Ireland vacation you will probably need to hire a taxi. Whether it's to get around in Dublin, back to your accommodation from a pub, or from your accommodation to an attraction, keep these handy Ireland taxi tips in mind. Thanks to Joel R for the comment that inspired this episode:...

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