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      overwhelmed by transport options

      Dublin May 18, 2013 at 9:09 AM

      I have read the forums on travel in and around Dublin, as well as gone to the individual websites to try to get a grasp of the best in public transport options. I have to say that I am so overwhelmed so perhaps I can obtain suggestions on the best option based on my travel. Will be arriving in Dublin on Sept. 14th and staying one week. I don't 'do' rental car, am travelling alone, staying in Parnell Square area, would like to make a day trip to Belfast, North Ireland(bus or train?), and side trips to Howth and perhaps a few other places. my hotel is across a hop on,hop off stop so figured I would purchase a ticket on day of arrival to get a feel for the different areas. Since I am going to be relying on public transport for the week, what would be the most convenient option? I am not so much concerned with the least expensive option but would rather be able to have several options available where I am not purchasing a separate ticket for this trip, that transfer, etc. Is there a ticket that allows u to have the choice of bus, local tram, etc. all in one price? (such as the oyster card in London).

      sorry if these appears to be quite a simpleton question but I just can't figure out the difference in all the options and I have read them ad nauseum.

      thank you in advance.

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    • Review on workaways service in Ireland

      Ireland May 20, 2013 at 8:04 AM

      Anyone tried using workaways service? Would like to know if it's good as I'm keen on volunteering in Ireland from July. Thanks!

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    • horse back riding

      Ireland May 14, 2013 at 6:26 PM

      can u rent horses by the hour while traveling the east coast of ireland?

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    • How to get from Malahide to Lislea?

      Ireland May 2, 2013 at 6:02 PM

      How do I get from Kinsaley Lane, Malahide TO Lislea, N. Ireland? Thank you!

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      Left Luggage

      Dublin Yesterday

      We are shortly to travel to Dublin and will arrive in the centre soon after 9.00am. The hotel doesn't allow check-in until 3pm and has no facilities for leaving luggage. Anyone know anywhere in the Grafton Street area where luggage can be left for a few hours at reasonable cost?

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      tea shops

      Dublin May 18, 2013 at 8:57 AM

      I will be in Dublin in Sept. and one of my favorite past times is shopping for all things tea and coffee. Can any tea and coffee connoisseurs point me into the right direction to find lovely and charming tea shops-u know the kind...the big jars or boxes of loose teas on the shelves where you can sniff and ask all kinds of questions to find the ones that suit your tastes. teas and coffees are one of my favorite things to bring back from any trip to sip and enjoy long after the trip is over. I do find 'yelp dublin' helpful with reviews, etc. One place I am interested in is Palais de Thes located on Wicklow street. I know it is a French co. that has shops in other cities worldwide. Interested in opinions on great places to sip a cuppa perhaps not so touristy such as Bewley's.

      thank you in advance

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    • A few days in Dublin

      Dublin May 15, 2013 at 6:25 AM

      What do you know about "An Evening of Fun, Food, and Folklore?" Worth the price? And how easy will it be to get a cab back to our hotel at the end of the show?

      Another question, if I may. Should we do the Wicklow Mountain or Newgrange day tour? We only have time for one.

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    • lodging along the Western Way from Oughterard to Westport

      Ireland May 9, 2013 at 9:09 AM

      I want to hike this section on my own. I am having trouble finding lodging that I can be sure is relatively close to the walking trail. I don't want to go with a tour company because they want to charge me more for going solo adding single supplements. I am looking for budget lodging in Oughterard, Leenane, Westport, Maam Cross,lough Inaugh Valley. Any help would be appreciated.

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    • Dublin Airport to Lough Derg

      Lough Derg May 4, 2013 at 2:52 AM

      I need to get from Dublin Airport to Lough Derg on Friday 31 May 2013. My plane arrives at 9:40am and unless it arrives early as they sometimes do, I won't make the 9:50 Bus To Ballyshannon. Are there any other public transportation options available? Any private tours heading that way? Thank you! If all else fails I'll have to hire a car.

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    • Planning my first trip

      Ardmore Apr 28, 2013 at 8:27 PM

      I live in Las Vegas and I would like to plan a trip to visit Ardmore. What airport would I fly into and how would I get to Ardmore from there?

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    • Booking accomodation as you go

      Dingle Apr 28, 2013 at 6:39 PM

      Will it be hard to find decent accomodation in the west coast area if you book as you go? We're travelling there in august and worry if we book now we'll not be able to go to places we might discover on the way, or if we like a place and would stay longer, we'd be out of luck if we booked ahead.

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    • cork

      Cork Apr 23, 2013 at 7:34 AM

      what to see in cork

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      Ireland at the end of May

      Ireland May 19, 2013 at 7:26 AM

      Hello! I am excited for my next vacation - leaving on May 23rd for Ireland. We will be there for 11 days -we are taking the "Best of Ireland" which is an organized Tour. that is a first for me! But I am looking for packing suggestions. I checked the extended weather forecast and it looks like it is cold (considering i am from Florida :> ) What type of coats are used at this time of the year-- is it like a trench coat, sweater, a heavier coat..? Any suggestions about packing is greatly appreciated! Thank you!

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    • dublin to cork

      Cork May 14, 2013 at 7:46 AM

      am coming over by ferry to dublin whats the best way to cork

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    • my girlfriend and are going in aug for 7 days

      Ireland May 2, 2013 at 7:29 PM

      we flying into dublin,then towicklow,then waterford,cork,kerry,limerick,galway then to dublin again to fly out. we want to see as much as we can, is this reasonable? Also we are renting a car, but scared about traffic and driving on the other side of the road and car, we are from tennessee.....advise please.......please...please...

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      AT&T vs Verizon?

      Ireland Apr 23, 2013 at 11:12 AM

      OK VT friends.....Another technology question: When we bought our new IPad, the clerk told us we should get AT&T for our data plan because it would have better connections and range in Ireland. I was hesitant because I am a Verizon girl, as I found AT&T to have terrible range and connectibility in the U.S. We did trust his suggestion and went with it, but now I am experiencing the same range problem I had before with AT&T. Am thinking of switching to my old pal Verizon for the pad but want to make sure it will be ok in Ireland. Thoughts, anyone?

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    • Possible to get summer job in Ireland for foreigners?

      Ireland May 15, 2013 at 5:43 AM

      I'm a Singaporean Chinese looking for a job in Ireland in July. Hospitality preferably. Is it possible and do I need any visa?

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    • Going to Dublin from London

      Dublin May 13, 2013 at 10:19 PM

      I will be in London in August and would like to go to Dublin for 2-3 nights. I am deciding which mode of transport to go by. Please advise?

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      lodging

      Dun Laoghaire Apr 24, 2013 at 7:58 PM

      We are coming to Ireland next month for a hiking tour through the Wicklow Mtns. Before the hiking begins we have 3 days "free". We were thinking of staying in Dun Laoghaire those days - easy access to Dublin without the costly lodging and close enough to Wicklow for the hiking tour.

      Two questions:
      - What is public transportation from Dublin Airport?
      Suggestions on lodging?

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    • Transportation

      Inishmore Apr 19, 2013 at 6:27 AM

      Hi! I will be on the island for a night in May and want to get to Westport in County Mayo. What is the best way to do this? We have such a limited amount of time and really want to see both places, so any sugestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you so much!

      2 Answers Apr 20, 2013 at 3:08 AM
    • where to travel from pa. north in less than 4 hours

      Galway Mar 11, 2013 at 8:08 AM

      i lilve in n e pa. state, where to go thats no further than 3 1/2 hrs.

      6 Answers Mar 12, 2013 at 4:09 PM
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      Letterfrack and Connemara in February

      Letterfrack Jan 6, 2013 at 1:17 AM

      I plan to visit Letterfrack and Connemara National Park for a few days in the end of February. When I am there I would like to do some hikes and I wonder how easy it is to find good hiking trails walking out of Letterfrack. So far I have found out that Diamond Hill is a good hike to do from Letterfrack, but then I don’t know. Are there any other good hikes starting in Letterfrack? Kylemore Abbey is situated a few kilometers from Letterfrack. Is there a trail between Letterfrack and Kylemore Abbey? One day it would be nice to walk along the coast, but then it must at a place I can reach by bus. Maybe the Sky Road out of Clifden. Any suggestions?

      7 Answers Jan 7, 2013 at 9:32 AM
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      Park & ride for Motorhome

      County Galway Jun 25, 2012 at 5:07 AM

      We are planning on travel to galway for a few days in the next couple of weeks and wondered if there is any park and ride facility for motorhomes around the city.

      2 Answers Jul 1, 2012 at 12:19 PM
    • Should i move to Galway

      Galway May 9, 2012 at 9:31 AM

      Hello everyone I have been offered a job in Galway and it would be 2000euros a month. Is this enough to live on? How much is a nice flat per month? I've looked online and they seem to cost a bomb. Is the city busy.....? Chris

      4 Answers May 9, 2012 at 2:20 PM
    • Island transfer

      Aran Island Sep 14, 2011 at 2:40 AM

      I bought a ferry ticket that will take me from galway harbor to inish mor island. Is there a way to go from one island to another(Inisman to inisheer) in a very short time and cost efficient way?

      1 Answer Oct 7, 2011 at 2:59 PM
    • Distance Clifden - Carrigaholt

      County Galway Aug 11, 2011 at 12:28 AM

      Hi, We're going to be visiting Ireland at the end of August, staying in Clifden. We'd like to make a day trip to Carrigaholt further up the coast but don't know whether it's feasible in terms of distance / roads. Can anybody help? Thanks

      3 Answers Aug 11, 2011 at 4:42 PM
    • Gas laughs

      Galway Jun 20, 2011 at 11:29 AM

      Clubs on a Tuesday and Wednesday night? x o x o

      4 Answers Jun 20, 2011 at 11:45 AM
    • Failte tours

      Galway May 3, 2011 at 6:27 PM

      Hello, I was just wondering if anyone has had experience with the Failte tour company out of Galway. I'm considering connecting with a few of their tours from Dublin. Thanks!

    • feile 2011

      Galway Apr 21, 2011 at 1:55 PM

      Hi we have about 10 families travelling to the feile this year we would like to stay in galway city could anybody tell me is there a block of apartments of holiday homes/cottages that would cater for 10 families for the weekend of 24th to 26th june 2011, hotels are working out too expensive as most of the families would need 2 rooms to cater for adults and children ratio

      2 Answers Apr 22, 2011 at 12:31 AM
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      Night bus Galway - Dublin airport

      Galway Apr 15, 2011 at 1:34 PM

      I'm seeking alternatives to go back from Galway to Dublin airport at early morning. So I discovered www.citylink.ie and www.gobus.ie. Do you you have experiences with these bus operators? Are they reliable? And will it be necessary to reserve a seat in advance? Do you know, wether they've got onboard-toilets (Regarding to www.gobus.ie this operator have, but I do not know it about Citylink).

      2 Answers Apr 18, 2011 at 7:06 AM
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      Only 3 hrs to visit the island?

      Inishmore Apr 12, 2011 at 11:59 PM

      Regarding aranislandferries.com/times_... there are ferries to Inishmore from Ros a'Mhil at 1pm. The last return ferry will be at 5pm. Regarding to my information the sailing time will be 45 minutes... So do you think, that this short time on the island suffice to get an impression and to visit the major sights by rented bycicle? I realize, that it will probably be a very compendious tour, but unfortunately my time is very limited and I'd like to visit parts of Connemara (I'm thinking about Kylemore Abbey and a quick look at the Twelve Bens) ante meridien... Or should I even forego the Aran islands and make a more detailed Connemara-tour?

      1 Answer Apr 13, 2011 at 7:32 AM
    • Galway to Castlebar

      Galway Apr 12, 2011 at 6:19 AM

      Hi Can anyone advise me on the most economical transport from Galway to Castlebar, how often buses run and what the cost would be for a single ticket hopefully tomorrow. Also what sort of weather would I expect in Castlebar and how does it compare to Cork weatherwise Thanks for all the help to me so far as I backpack through beautiful Ireland. Cheers Brendan

      3 Answers Apr 12, 2011 at 12:23 PM
    • Good Friday Evening

      Galway Apr 10, 2011 at 3:37 PM

      Myself and a few friends are going to be on a Guided Tour of Ireland next week and will be spending the night in Galway on Good Friday. I just found out that ALL Pubs and Clubs are required to be closed on Good Friday. The tour operators must have forgotten to mention this when we booked :-) Any recommendations as to what to do on this night?? Someone said that the Hotel bars are the only ones allowed to be open?? In the USA the hotel bars are consistently boring. Is the same true in Galway?? Am i allowed to go to another hotel bar if one is known to be better than the others - or am i restricted to only my hotel bar? Thank you in advance. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

      3 Answers Apr 11, 2011 at 2:10 AM
    • Football tickets

      Galway Apr 9, 2011 at 11:45 AM

      Hi Can anyone tell me where I might get a ticket to the Allianz Football Leage game Galway v Dublin tomorrow and how much it will cost. I'm from Australia and backpacking. Also can anyone tell me what the best way and fare is from Dublin to Galway as I'm planning to leave Dublin in the morning. Also looking at cheap accommodation backpackers or B & B Cheers Brendan

      1 Answer Apr 9, 2011 at 11:55 AM
    • Getting between Salthill and Galway City Center?

      Galway Apr 7, 2011 at 2:01 PM

      I'm thinking about staying in the Salthill area rather than the city center, as it looks like a wonderful part of town. How easy is it to get to the city center from there? I'll have a car but would rather not drive around the city, so would be walking (during daylight hours), taking a bus or getting a cab. I'm basing myself in Galway for 3 days, with one day reserved for exploring the city, one day reserved for driving around Connemara, and the third day for a trip to the Aran Islands, so I don't know that I really *need* to be in the city center for convenience. How long a walk is it, do you think? I walk at a good clip. Is there a frequent bus that goes between the two? Thanks!

      9 Answers Apr 9, 2011 at 8:40 AM
    • Bikes in Galway

      Galway Mar 21, 2011 at 6:41 PM

      My girlfriend and I are staying in a B&B about 4 kilometers from Galway city in April. We were thinking of hiring bicycles so that we could park our car at the B&B and ride the bikes to and from town. Does anyone know if that's a good idea? Is it generally safe for cyclists on the roads/sidewalks inside and just outside the city? Is it safe to lock a bike around the city? Is it safe to ride at night? Thanks for any advice or answers to my multiple questions!

      4 Answers Mar 22, 2011 at 11:07 AM
    • Train from Galway to Kells?

      County Galway Feb 18, 2011 at 7:17 PM

      I really want to go to Galway but I really want to see the Abbey of Kells. Is there a way of transportation, such as a train or bus, that could take me from one to the other? Any other suggestions of how I can do both are very welcome.

      3 Answers Feb 19, 2011 at 3:03 AM
    • Joyces Craft Shop

      Galway Jan 28, 2011 at 9:03 AM

      Do you have an email address for Mark Joyce or Joyces Craft Shop. in 2002 I purchased a marble Galway hooker that I have broken and wish to replace. Thanks. Joyce O'Neill

      3 Answers Jan 28, 2011 at 10:51 AM
    • Do we need reservations??

      County Galway Jan 8, 2011 at 9:50 AM

      My wife and I will be stay in and around Galway this June for about 10 days. We'll have a car and would like to have a flexible itineary and go where the wind takes us. Should we reserve our rooms in advance (not very spontaneous) or is it fairly easy to find a B&B for the night? Thanks!! Jeff

      4 Answers Jan 11, 2011 at 11:35 AM
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      Galway or Limerick

      Galway Nov 21, 2010 at 1:07 PM

      Which city is more worth seeing, Galway or Limerick? Unfortunately my time is limited and I can only afford one day in one of this cities. I'd spent two nights in the selected city using it as a base for a daytrip to Cliffs of Moher, the other day would be free for sightseeing...

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      Sights on the way from Dublin to Galway

      Galway Jul 27, 2010 at 1:32 PM

      We're going to be driving from Dublin to Galway on a weekday in late August. Couple questions: How long would it take if we just drove straight through. Are there any "must stop and see" sights along the way? Thanks!

      3 Answers Jul 29, 2010 at 6:25 AM
    • Churches

      Monivea Jul 27, 2010 at 11:33 AM

      When I travel to Ireland I want to find the church my grandmother was baptised in, what church serves BALLYGLUNIN

      2 Answers Aug 7, 2010 at 11:23 AM
    • nite life salthill

      Galway Jun 9, 2010 at 12:03 PM

      hi folks what is the nite life like in salthill. i am interested in pubs with live music thanks

      2 Answers Jun 14, 2010 at 7:43 AM
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      Accomodations in Galway City Center?

      Galway Jun 9, 2010 at 11:48 AM

      I'm looking for a centrally located hotel or B & B - for about a five night stay. I'd like to pay about 75 - 85 Euros per night on average. I'll be traveling alone so I'm looking for somewhere I'll feel comfortable coming and going. Also, is the Salthill area walking distance of the city center? That looks like it would have some moderately priced places to stay.. Thanks for the feedback!

      4 Answers Jun 10, 2010 at 8:53 AM
    • How to get to Galway?

      Galway Jun 1, 2010 at 4:34 PM

      Hi I am looking at visiting Galway in the summer but cannot seem to find any flights going from anywhere near where I live. Does anyone know if there are any airlines that fly to Galway from either Southampton or Bournemouth airports? If not these, then any airports near to these? Thanks Julie

      4 Answers Jun 2, 2010 at 2:02 AM
    • Need an address

      Galway May 28, 2010 at 9:14 PM

      We stopped at Joyces Craft Shop and had a delightful time talking with the owner. He was a world of information - we made sure to stop at everything he said "Don't miss." I've got a book of Washington State I want to send him. I figure he shared his country with us - I'd love to share my state with him. If anyone has an address, I'd really appreciate it! Loved Ireland - loved the people - would love to go back again some time!

      2 Answers Jun 1, 2010 at 5:30 PM
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      Flea markets, Car boot sales & Antique markets/stores Sat June 26 & Sun June 27th?

      Galway May 25, 2010 at 10:32 AM

      Hello, does anyone have any information and detail on local/Galway Flea markets, Car boot sales & Antique markets or stores on Sat June 26 & Sun June 27st? We really enjoy the experience of a local market. We will have a car also, local public transportation works well too. Thank you all for any & all comments.

      1 Answer May 26, 2010 at 4:21 PM
    • IMPORTANT -- VOLCANIC ASH PROBLEM

      Galway May 16, 2010 at 12:25 PM

      TOday is Sunday, 5/16 and we are supposedly leaving the U.S. on 5/21 this Friday. The volcano is again spewing ash towards Ireland. Does anyone know when the ash comes overhead does it cause breathing problems?? I have asthma and it would be important for me to find out. I am really sick of all these medical problems. Thanks for the help again.....

      3 Answers May 16, 2010 at 10:05 PM
    • Irish Greetings

      Inishmore May 16, 2010 at 11:46 AM

      Hello, I would love to learn a few words in Irish to use in Gaeltacht areas. I have a book on Irish place names and have learned a little from that. And I know how to say Slainte. But I know little else and when I know the word, I worry about correct pronunciaton. Might you tell me a few phrases such as "hello," "please," "thank you" "pardon me" and "where is.." along with some type of pronunciation guide (this is the hard part, I think). Thank you so much.

      3 Answers May 26, 2010 at 4:20 PM