Dublin Travel Forum

This is where we are staying in Dublin for two nights (36-37 Pearse St.) - can anyone tell me how close this is to Trinity College? Thanks!

have just heard that I've got tickets to see Springsteen next weekend - can anyone help with advice on reasonable B&Bs close to RDS?

Arrive Dublin From Australia Wednesday 20th August'08, need good 3 star accommodation, hotel or B&B within walking distance of city centre for 2 nights.Any recommendations, need quiet room at night.

Appreciate names of rental car coys, need medium size car for 7 or 8 nights, pick up Dublin city, return to Dublin or Dublin Airport when we depart on 29th August.

Are there any accommodation groups who pre sell vouchers for accommodation at B&B or hotels / pubs for use as we drive around Ireland? Is this a good metod of obtaining accommodation?

Finally, what should we expect weather wise.

Appreciate all replies,
Mike

Hi all
We are going to Dublin for just a few hours in a cruiseship. Can someone tell me where do we get the Hop on- Hop off bus ?How far is it from the port? and which are places of interest to get off. Thanks a lot for your help

I'm planning a trip to Ireland and would like to find a nice base somewhere near Dublin. I would ike someplace with an old feel with a good deal of preserved buildings. Someone suggested Swords do you think that this meets my needs? also can anyone give me their impression of Glennshandan Lodge in swords. Thank you

What is the most economical way to get to Dublin from London Heathrow airport?

is there anything unique about the dublin airport? seeing as i'll be there tomorrow for several hours, i don't know what i should do. maybe i'll watch movies or something.

where would be the best place to get a pint?

Please adivse on the best route from the airport to Colbinstown ona Saturday afternoon in September by public transport. Thanks

Hi,

I just wondered if anyone had any tips as to the best way to get to Glencullen/Johnny Fox's pub from Dublin town centre? Is it too far for a taxi? I've heard there's a bus but it only goes once or twice a day. My friend is getting married in a Church near or opposite that pub, I'll be arriving in the day in my wedding clothes and carrying lots of stuff so am trying to find the most hassle free and reliable route. I was also thinking I might go to Johnny Fox's the night before, although I guess getting home at night must be even harder?

Thanks for any advice!

Ok guys I need some help. My friends and I are planning a trip for the summer of '09 'cause we're graduating. We'd be going for a week, and spending the time in Dublin and Galway. I've already figured out the prices for plane, train, hostel and all that good stuff. But I'm at a loss as to how much we should have for spending money. So would anyone have an estimate as to how much would be good to bring just for random spending? Thanks in advanced!

I will be in Dublin for 5 days. Do you think it is a good deal?

I need a hostel as close to Dublin City University as possible. Any suggestions?

Hi all, two VTeers from South Africa will be in Dublin on the 29th May and we are wondering if anyone wants to meet us for a beer?

Hi all

I had root canal therapy done by an NHS dentist in London late last year. Unfortunately they didn't do a very good job - the crown is wearing away and a recent x-ray has shown that there is still a bit of infection (nerve?) at the bottom of the nerve filling.

Since I am moving from London to Dublin very shortly, I was wondering whether or not to risk going to another NHS dentist in London or visiting one in Dublin. Can anyone please provide me with a rough cost for root canal in Ireland? On the NHS system I'd pay between 43 - 194 pounds. If I was to get the tooth fixed in Australia (where I'm originally from) it costs 1500 - 2500 pounds!! It seems like you get what you paid for considering the NHS dentist did such a bad job last time, but I'm not sure if this was just a one-off or if it's fairly common!

Any advice or stories of your own experiences on the NHS would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

I was wondering if any one had copies of an itinerary of what they did in Dublin. I have been before, I usually just wonder around aimlessly. My brother will be with me this time and we are limited to 6 days. So, I thought maybe seeing a planed out itinerary or two may help me structure our stay.

According to the AA website, on the Belfast to Dublin road you have to pay a toll just after you cross the border.

Is that right?

If so, how much is it?

Hello, it's me again!
The plane will land at 23.25 and I wonder if I will be able to find buses to reach the accomodation (if only i will find one).
I am thinking about this one
http://www.eganshouse.com/map.html

Address:
7, Iona Park
Glasnevin
Dublin 9

They say the bus stop is Drumcondra and the buses from the aiport are 41A, 41B, 41C, 746, 16A.

1) can anyone check if it's correct?
2) can anyone check which is the last bus possible for me on Friday night?

Thank you very much to everybody will help me or just try!

Regards,
Sergio

Hello everybody!
I'm looking for a double room, decent but cheap. It can be also outside dublin if the city centre is reachable by public transportation from there.
Does anybody can help me?

Thanks,
Sergio

What is the percentage of alcohol in my Guinness draught with the rocket widget? I've combed the label and cannot find that information.

My friend Amy from Chicago is getting married in Ireland and needs a photographer!!! The wedding is on June 28th in the county of Wicklow (near Dublin). Please help!!! Any and all responses welcome!!!

I have a long layover in Dublin on a Tuesday around the hours of 10am and 3pm. I was thinking to visit the Guinness Storehouse during that time. Is that feasible? How far is it from the Airport?

Thanks!

Can anyone tell me if there are free wi-fi hotspots in Dublin Airport or close by?

I'll be in Dublin over Easter weekend and realize there is already a post about things to do. But I'm wondering, in particular, about somewhere reasonably nice to have Easter brunch or dinner. I've tried checking the websites of several restaurants for Easter special menus, but have had little luck. Any suggestions for within Dublin city centre or along the coast/DART line?

Cheers!

I am going to Dublin next weekend and want to buy a keyboard.
A cheap and cheerful one is good enough.
Does anyone know where I can find a bargain computer shop in Dublin?

Mel

Hello!

I'm looking for a private accomodation for 5 people from 25th of april to 28th of april.
Anyone can help me??

Is there a Bus that goes from Dublin to Belmullet
and Returns from Belmulett to Dublin airport ?

Hello VT’ers

We are thinking of going to Dublin for the Easter Long weekend. I have a few questions. This is our first trip to Ireland.

Would some of the St. Patrick’s celebrations/festival to do’s still be around by the weekend? (I know it’s from the 13-17th we’ll be in Dublin on the 20th onwards)

Would Dublin be very quite on Easter?

Any festivals/ events during that time?

What are the must sees? We like to get a real flavour of the local cuisine, and experience local things any suggestions would be great.

Also we were wondering about a 1 night trip to another city instead of being the whole time in Dublin?

Lodging wise what’s an ideal area to be located? Any suggestions on B&B or hotels would be great.

Thanks in advance

ER

Hello. I'm looking for help planning our first day in Ireland. I have 4 boys ( 13 - 23) traveling with me as well as my mother and aunt(65) We arrive 9:30 AM and the boys and I have tickets to Dublin vs Wales at 1:15. We will have a vehicle, but don't want to drive due to traffic, so planning to take the bus. How far in advance should we catch the bus to get to Croke Park from the airport at a reasonable time before the game? Which bus route is most direct route? Any suggestions on what the two ladies could do, either near the airport or near Croke Park while we are at the game? Last question -- How long should we expect the game adventure to take....how long is game and how long to travel by bus back to airport afterwards? ( to pick up car and head out of Dublin) Thank you for any suggestions.

I have a 7 hour layover in Dublin and I was hoping to explore Dublin a little bit in that time. How far is the airport from the town? Since I will have my luggage with me and I can't check into my flight that many hours in advance(I'm flying Ryanair our of DUB) I was wondering if there are lockers at the airport where I can leave my luggage. Or, is there a train station close, since I believe most of those do have lockers. Any advice is welcome.
Thank you for your help!

I am flying from Oregon to London, arriving at 4:15 pm. I am trying to book a London to Dublin ticket. Is it cutting it too close to get a 5:50pm flight? Or should I suck up the long layover to be safe and book the 7:45pm flight?

This is in September 08, maybe I should hold out in case new flight times are added?

What's the first thing we should do in Dublin if we arrive at 9pm?

Many thanks!