Ireland

22d ago

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8 hour LHR layover from Dublin to US. Do I need a UK ETA?

My wife and I are flying Dublin to Charlotte with an 8 hour layover at Heathrow. I’m getting mixed info online about whether a UK ETA is required in this situation. Since we’re coming from Ireland, do we have to go through UK border control at Heathrow? Or is it treated as a...

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2month ago

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Ryanair has completely ignored my damaged baggage claim

Flew Italy to Ireland in early October and my checked bag came out totally destroyed. Tire tread straight across the front panel. I reported it immediately at the airport, filed the PIR, and submitted the online claim within 7 days with photos, receipts, everything. Ryanair...

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6month ago

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Scored €89 Galway deal after new Ireland hotel rankings independent.ie

Saw the new 2025 Ireland hotel rankings and realized I lucked outgot The Hardiman in Galway for €89 a night in January, usually closer to €180. Looks like a bunch of the “Rising Stars” 3-stars are running big winter promos too if you book a couple months ahead. Honestly I’ll...

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6month ago

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Ashford Castle tops new Ireland hotel rankings, Ballyfin slips independent.ie

Ireland’s latest luxury hotel rankings just dropped with some big changes Ashford Castle jumped to #1 (thanks to its new €3,200 Hideaway Cottage) while longtime favorite Ballyfin Demesne slipped down to #8. The Merrion in Dublin also climbed to #3 after a full renovation and...

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6month ago

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Hotel pricing insight from Ireland that changed how I plan my stays thejournal.ie

This story from TheJournal.ie about budget 2026: inheritance tax, no vat cut for hotels and a childcare action plan feels relevant to my recent travels through Ireland. During my stay in Dublin last month, I noticed how hotel prices were significantly impacting travel budgets,...

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6month ago

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Big Maverick Waves surfed in Ireland youtube.com

Conor Maguire riding a colossal 60-foot wave at Mullaghmore Head, Ireland—one of the largest waves ever surfed there. Mullaghmoreis known for its raw power and steep breaks. Maguire has extraordinary skill, control, and bravery in navigating the massive wall of water. The sheer...

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6month ago

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Hidden gems i discovered while road tripping through rural Ireland. rte.ie

Just booked flights and then saw this on the landscape a top reason tourists visit Ireland. During my three-week road trip last autumn, I totally get why the scenery draws people in. I found myself constantly pulling over to photograph the rolling green hills, dramatic coastal...

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6month ago

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What locals taught me about saving money in Ireland changed my whole travel approach irishtimes.com

Reading about Ireland Tourism Costs made me pause and reflect on my recent trips there. Having visited multiple times over the past few years, I've definitely noticed the shift in value perception. As a frequent traveler to Ireland, I've seen firsthand how British tourists, who...

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7month ago

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Bee Pods in Donegal is Ireland’s Cozy Coastal Hideaway travelandleisure.com

I think I’ve just stumbled across the perfect hideaway in Ireland and had to share The Bee Pods in Rossnowlagh, County Donegal. Picture this: only five adults-only glamping pods, each with a king-sized bed, a private patio with a fire pit, and ocean views over one of Ireland’s...

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7month ago

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Ireland Travel Dip in 2025? Still Feels Like Magic to Me travelandtourworld.com

It’s wild to hear that Ireland is facing a bit of a tourism slump this year, especially with all its magic still so fresh in my mind. Sure, prices have crept up and flights aren't cheap, but I still think there's something incredibly grounding about exploring places like the...

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8month ago

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Southern Ireland feels like a slow-motion postcard and I didn’t want to leave thesunpapers.com

I’ve done cities that rush you. South Ireland does the opposite. It’s green, a little haunting, and somehow feels older than time in the best way. Wicklow gave me misty hills and trails that made the whole world quiet. Wexford is hit with raw cliff views and a lighthouse that...

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9month ago

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Kilkee’s Big Moment: Ireland’s Coastal Secret Is Finally Out travelandtourworld.com

I’ve always loved the quieter corners of Ireland, and Kilkee getting the nod from Lonely Planet feels like a long-overdue win for those of us who’ve chased Atlantic sunsets there for years. The cliff walk alone rivals the Moher crowds, and the Pollock Holes? Unreal. There’s...

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