Heyy everyone! Hope you enjoy this week's video about Ireland. As usual, feel free to comment if you have more tips to add, and you can find the written version of these tips (and more) here: happytowander.com/ireland-travel-tips/
The official name of Ireland is Éire or Ireland. The republic of ireland is used for FIFA. To sum things up Ireland, Northern Ireland and the Island of Ireland.
There is no such place as the ‘Republic of Ireland’. The official name of my country is simply ‘Ireland’ (or ‘Éire’ only if you are speaking Irish) _ref. Article 4, Bunreacht na hÉireann (Irish Constitution)_ and this is also how it is recognised by the rest of the European Union and internationally. Other than that, it’s a good vid. 😃👍🇮🇪 Fun fact: The official term for ‘Irish English’ is Hiberno-English.
@@shoutingATclouds-btw The most popular baby boys’ names in Ireland are: (1) Jack, (2) Noah, (3) James, (4) Rían, and (5) Charlie. Mohammad is ranked the 86th most popular name in Ireland. This is unsurprising as only 1.6% of the population of Ireland is Muslim. _Source:_ Central Statistics Office, Ireland.
If you are going to the cliffs of mothar there is a carpark that charges per PERSON and implies its ass off that you are paying for the cliffs. The cliffs are free. Park at doolin or hags head and walk along the cliff trail.
@@emmyemmaemIt’s a 4km walk in either direction to the highest cliffs and on rough ground in places. And the roads are narrow and busy closer the cliffs so there is nowhere but the big car park to park in. It’s easier to just pay for most people.
Just got back from two weeks in Ireland. Dublin, Powerscourt Waterfall, Knowth, Newgrange, Hill of Tara, Galway, Cliffs of Moher, the Burren etc. Beautiful place. Even though it rained pretty much every day, I'd still consider it the trip of a lifetime. Loved it. The people there were great.
@@shaunsteele6926 "Hot and sunny every day", you poor thing (kidding). Generally speaking, here in New York we just have to accept that the weather will be either cold, cloudy or rainy for nine months out of the year. It was 27 degrees (F) this morning. San Diego sounds like a dream right about now.
@@darkbloodrevisited yeah can't complain about the sunshine and warm weather, it was just unexpected in Ireland. I had packed a lot of warm clothes lol
I really appreciate you talking about the history of Ireland like you did. Even today there is talk of what to do about the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland split.
I'm Irish - super good overview! One thing I'd add in - North Americans, I love u, I chat to u in Ireland all the time but for the love of God PLEASE never say "Patty's Day" - noone who is Irish ever says this. The saint is St Patrick. We call the day St Patricks Day or ST PADDY'S day - cause Paddy is the abreviation of Patrick! Other than that, u are as welcome as the flowers of May. Ur good people. ❤😊
Also this was a fantastic video! Well thought out and delivered. If you're up Mayo ways, try and climb Croake Patrick. Very approachable hike, good history in it and beautiful views. The seaside beside it is lovely too
You were right on just about everything. A visit to the Aran Islands off Galway should also be recommended. Renting a car is easy, negotiating roads with no shoulder space is not...and finding parking space in the big city is hard. Trains and buses work much better. Guiness is a treasure and Dublin's biggest attraction...but so is Jameson's which also has tours at its distillery. Grafton Street in Dublin has great stores but even better buskers singing songs. Galway should be stop on anyone's list (along with the rest of Ireland). It may rain, but you will leave with a sunny disposition.
I like how you shared some history of the region. It’s good information to know, especially when visiting, you learn about the area you’re more likely to be respectful, in my experience anyway. Thanks for the travel tips, any advice when traveling with kids, teens?
who goes to Ireland and avoids pubs?!!! "don't ask what's in it" I absolutely LOVE that you said that. Leave your hang-ups at home and EAT... you might LOVE IT!
Seriously for the price if 3 nights in a tiny dublin flat I had a week in a gaint house with post card views in the west. Great video. Well researched.
I have so much research and prepping to do because I am moving there 🥰 I can’t wait but I’m still scared. I’m also so excited. It’s been a dream of mine since I was a child. I never felt like I belonged here in America sadly.
What a lovely presentation. I was born and raised in beautiful Connemara, on the west coast of Ireland, but I live and work in Dresden, Germany, to be a dad to my son. His mom is German. My son and I go back every year to see the clan. I do miss it so. Thank you. :)
You did a great job. Just one thing would be the reason why there was the Civil unrest was because it was in apartheid state it was specifically created to never have a catholic majority, but a protestant majority. So Catholics could not vote where they could vote. It was gerrymandered so they had no power, and it started out as a civil rights movement which model did self on the civil rights movement of Martin Luther King. This was in the 1960s.
You're so right. I never liked Guinness, but when I visited Dublin and a few surrounding towns, I loved it. My family had a fun time touring the Guinness Storehouse too. My husband and I can't wait to go back as we only spent a few days there after a Manchester, UK wedding. We also do plan on seeing more of the island, including Northern Ireland, so renting a car is in our plans.
1 other thing for food in Ireland, go to a deli which you’ll find in any shop and get sausage rolls or a chicken fillet roll and if you go to a Chinese takeaway in Ireland, get a spice bag. I have no idea how these foods you can basically only get in Ireland. (England have sausage rolls too but they’re rank)
You should visit the province of Newfoundland in Canada. It feels like Ireland with the open fields full of rocks and cliffs. I was amazed by how friendly and polite people were in St. John's.
A lot of Irish settled in Newfoundland during the famine times from Waterford in SE Ireland. They still speak with an Irish accent. Music and dance has Irish roots also. 💚
In the same way an Irish breakfast is similar to an English breakfast, with potato bread and black and white pudding added, the Ulster fry is like an Irish breakfast with a split fried soda farl added and perhaps the white pudding removed. The addition of hash browns, fried slice, baked beans or other supplements are either matters of personal taste or levels of vitriol more associated with a jihad.
You're mostly right but never say Londonderry in Derry as it's a mostly Republican/Catholic area. You'll actually offend the locals. and 100% of Irish call it Derry so travelling trough the Republic saying Londonderry will get you looked down on,
Really? So what to do when talking about County Londonderry ? You know where the city of Londonderry/Derry is. I personally know many many people who call it Londonderry but yes the nationalist community may be offended but tourists are in general accepted and treated very well with great hospitality. Learn how to pronounce Gaelic please, you could mention that 2 USA presidents were from Irish Catholic families and 35% of all presidents were from Northern Ireland Protestant families. You speak too fast 😂
@@kyivwithgeofftanya5546 I was born in Cork and Live in Cork, I'm 100% Irish and literally not one person in my life has ever called it Londonderry. In Cork you call it Londonderry you will be placed on the spot quickly So if you're non Irish travelling through the South which is majority republican it's better to call it Derry. Also American Presidents have nothing to do with this discussion. Also the fact you said 'The nationalist community may be offended' and you know people who call it Londonderry and you're so happy to bring up protestant presidents tells me which side of the fence you're on.
@@scottbuckley823 Roman Catholic you mean as Catholic actually means Christian. Regardless of what % Derry is, Northern Ireland is not the same and Americans, regardless of how fast they talk, have no idea about Northern Ireland or the society apart from leftist, socialist, republican propaganda 🤟🏻
Thank you for this amazing review! My wife and I are both Irish and grew up in Jersey City New Jersey but have never been to Ireland. I’m planning a vacation there for this coming November 2024 so this video definitely helps. Again thanks.
Heads up. Renting a car is NOT the same as the US. Check to make sure that your credit card covers the insurance because it’s going to cost ya. Also make sure you have a large available credit on your card because they will be putting a 5k reserve hold as a deposit if you don’t want to be paying almost $100 per day for additional insurance. I just traveled there and those were the only options.
Would love to know what options? I wanted a premium car from one of the major companies, Hertz at Cork Airport and that’s the only option that was offered. I have family there and they said it’s not easy.
That’s strange. I ring up indigo car hire Ireland and get hertz from dublin ( this year from kerry) , They tell me hertz offers debit card payments. And those prices I quoted, are exactly the same this year from kerry as they were from dublin last year. I didn’t do anything with a credit card. I paid with my debit card to indigo before my trip, and then I pay the rest on a debit card in Ireland .
@@suziemills5189Overall, I wasn’t that impressed because they gave me an Audi A4 and it didn’t have the lane assist features activated which I really would have liked since I’m driving on the other side of the road. My credit card did cover the insurance and the 5k hold on my card was released immediately. The final costs weren’t too bad but the deposit was crazy. We got amazing fuel mileage on a diesel car which was very cost effective. Haven’t heard of indigo.
Enjoyed your review on my country....2 points...having travelled quite a bit I don't find Ireland that expensive for eating out and socialising.. can't comment really about accommodation because I live here....and secondly there is no such place on the island of Ireland called "londonderry "it's just Derry 😊
@freddudley6173 yes Dublin is nice and worth a couple of days here lot's of history....just avoid the temple bar area its a real tourist trap and u will pay about 40% more to have a drink....castles everywhere in Ireland and fishing.... a lot of good fishing in the lakes around the cavan area about 1 and half hours north/west of Dublin definitely spend some time over the west of the country maybe even travel up the west coast....remember Ireland isn't that big 3 hours to travel east to west 6 hours south to north
Huge props for keeping that tip number ONE. super super important to know if you're coming to our lovely land haha you know what they say, there's only one city with 6 silent letters 😉😉
Really enjoyed the video and you certainly know Ireland well and understand the country. Just two things: 1j I think it’s bad advice to so dismissive of Dublin. The city centre is history packed with plenty of free museums to explain Irish history. Has a thriving pub and music scene (not just Temple Bar). Phoenix Park, not far from Guinness, is Europe’s largest urban park and beautiful and well worth a visit. If timing is right go to GAA match in Croke Park for great Irish sport in a fantastic stadium. Then outside the city places in the Northside like Howth, Skerries and Malahide are beautiful coastal villages all reachable by train. Then in the opposite direction get the DART (local train) for stunning journey along the coast to Dun Laoghàire, Dalkey , Killiney and to Bray and Greystones. It’s been featured by the BBC on their Worlds Greatest Train Journeys show. Dublin has so much more to offer than Temple Bar and the centre. 2)When searching for accommodation use Irish versions of Airbnb and other sites and pay in Euros not British pounds. You won’t pay extra exchange rates as the websites pay the hotel in Euros so they will pass on fees for GBP to you.
When you think of irish weather think four seasons in one day And a diet idea for a day trip from Dublin is new Grange. Older than the pyramids maybe not as a quite As impressive to look at
My favorite time to travel to busy locations is for Thanksgiving. The flights are cheap because everyone is traveling within the US but not so much out of the country. Another thing to try and eat there is a boxty, a savory pancake/crape that can be filled with anything. Also, scones with butter are a must.
Boxty was highly local to a few counties in the north west and was rarely filled. In the last 15-20 years it’s been co-opted by the the tourist hotspots who’ve bastardised the thing. It’s supposed to either a heavy, boiled dumpling that is sliced and fried or a hash brown/rösti style potato pancake. Served as breakfast or small meal. Usually with some butter on it. Can be served with eggs, bacon etc.
My wife and I really gravitated to your efficient posts. We've traveled all over the US but we've been overwhelmed by trying anything in Europe for our family. We value safety, comfort, and relatively less hassle. After watching many of your tips for first timers, Ireland seemed the best choice. Rome, Paris, London seems amazing, but worrying about crowds, theft, etc is off putting. However, I'm curious if you have any other top countries to consider for a first family vacation to Europe. Thanks and keep up the great work.
Im from midland ireland which to me is a pretty basic place but the coastlines are amazing. Galway city and Donegal are amazing also. If you do decide to come over try for spring or summer as it might not rain 24/7 and the country will be more lively 😅 dublin is alright but not worth the cost of staying in for multiple days. Giants causeway and carric a rede rope bridge are also fantastic
“Craic” and “sláinte” are not a slag word. They are Irish words which mean “fun” and “health”. The names ‘Niamh’ ‘Eoghan’ and ‘Siobhan’ are Irish names in the Irish language. They’re not English names so they do not have English pronunciation 🇮🇪
Hey! I’m looking at doing a very big trip next year (Japan for a month, europe for 3 and a half) and the prices for even the more budget and boutique hotels almost seem like I’m booking it as if it’s tomorrow. Is it possible to book too early? Same goes for flights
The official name of the Republic of Ireland is Ireland or Eire(Gaelic). So the durestrictions are Ireland and Northern Ireland. The geographical island is Ireland or the Island of Ireland. Most people from the Republic will say they are from Ireland and will not use the Republic description. The same way you would say France instead of the Republic of France
What a great job you did with this video. Thank you for your efforts putting it together. One thing I'd recommend if you come to Ireland, is to be polite. Acknowledge others with a nod of the head or say 'Hi'. Use your manners (please and thank you are always appreciated). Speak softly and don't be THAT loud and abnoxious American that we'll all want to avoid. If visiting Dublin, walk Howth Head and Dun Laoghaire pier, and if you are brave have a swim in the 40 foot! Definitely travel on the DART from the city centre to Greystones or Bray. Climb 3 rock mountain (its a hill, with an easy road you can walk up to the top from Ticknock in 30 minutes!) 😂
You mentioned stopping off in Athlone in between Galway and Dublin. We're thinking of doing that via bus, did you find a bus that stops there or did you take two separate buses from Galway to Athlone and then Athlone to Dublin?
Hey, Irish person here. Hope I'm not too late. Yes, they'll be a bus that stops in Athlone, it the major town of the midland, and also just about an hour to Galway from there.
Pubs...... A decent proportion of Irish people don't drink alcohol, but with pubs being a central part of the social/community life, it's not considered odd or unusual for 10%+in a pub even late at night to be having soft drinks (soda for USA) or Ballygowan (local version of Perrier). I'm speaking of times or locations where food may not be available or part of your plans at that time. Look out for pubs with Traditional Music (Trad or a Trad Session in local parlance).
Thank you for sharing these incredible travel insights with us! 🙏 Oh, and speaking of travel, have you seen the new Nomadlane V4 Bento Bag? It looks like the perfect companion for wanderers! 🌟👜
Hi Andrew!! Don’t worry about that too much! There’s plenty to do in Ireland apart from drinking - even in pubs! Pubs are social spaces that offer plenty of food & live music as well so you can enjoy them just fine even without drinking. Plus they all offer alcohol-free drink options too. Safe travels!
Skellig Michael for Star Wars and Puffins however you need a car to get there and you need to book MONTHS in advance, although you don't pay until you go out. So if the weather is horrible and the sea is rough, you don't pay. Also, the Puffins leave mid-June and don't come back till next year, to nest.
Ryanair is terrible tho. Flights delayed, you will have to add bags on separate rather than any being included, ect I've had bad experiences with them as have many others. If you do fly into somewhere like the uk you may be able to get the boat over
Thanks for sharing your experience! I haven’t had any overly terrible experiences with them but there’s definitely certain cons with choosing them over more standard airlines. (I recap them in this detailed review, in case anyone is weighing the pros and cons right now: happytowander.com/honest-ryanair-review/) Overall I think they are alright so long as you know what to expect. At the end of the day, it does depend on your priorities - for some budget travellers, the savings justify the lack of frills haha. I’ve never tried taking a boat over to Ireland though - that sounds like it would be really fun! Thanks again for commenting though! You were so quick haha :)
I didn’t find Ireland any more expensive than London, Paris, or Zurich (good lord is that city expensive). Headed back in April and doing 10 days by car. Cannot wait. It’s like going home.
Black pudding was not my thing but white pudding was so good. Also try Guinness Beef Stew and seafood chowder from anywhere. It is so delicious. One of the 2 will be my first meal when I land next April. Unbelievable.
Excellent video live just across the border if u feel jetlagged ( knackered) after your flight just take the coach (24x7) to Belfast ( plenty of inexpensive hotels across from the bus station) or else Newry and stay in the Canal Court Hotel. There are car rentals close bye P something or other. Then drive to Carlingford Lough Nd Rosstrevor close bye the Game of Thrones were filmed. Kevin in Foyles pub will give you directions if he is about and not swimming in the Lough. Scenery rain or sun is amazing. Car n Truck Ferry from Warren point over to ingerand north of LPool capital of Ireland. Enjoy your trip 😊
As an Irishman super impressed with this - so many travel vlogs are the pits. However, I have just one complaint " spend 2 says in Dublin". Totally wrong. First you can't see everything in one or two weeks. Set out your priorities and save some stuff for your next trip! You can easily spend a week in Dublin, even two if you have the time, there is so much to see and do. Not mentioned at all in this vlog is the super theatre and sports performances especially in Dublin but around the country also. From world class performances, to classical music, traditional music, rock concerts with world class performers to intimate theaters - all are available in Ireland and should not be missed. a sports event should not be missed especially Gaelic football and hurling. Or international soccer, rugby and golf tournaments. Horse racing, boating and silting events - the list is endless. I'd skip the Guinness "factory". Sorry!
Everyone enjoys the pubs, you'll find plenty of non-drinkers there - enjoying a "soft drink" as we call them, also called "a mineral", basically a Coke/Pepsi, Sprite/7 Up, Sunkist/Fanta, but we also have "Rock Shandy" and Red Lemonade, and if you want something non-fizzy try Blackcurrant. Please stop subscribing to the notion that you have to be a big drinker to enjoy the pub, or that all Irish are drunks.
Another lovely video. Thank you so much for putting this together. Having been to the UK many times, I have Ireland on my bucket list for the longest while. I could never find the time and opportunity to visit. I feel like now would be a good time to visit. Can you give a bit of advice? How difficult is it to go from Northern Ireland (where I do not need a visa), to areas in the Republic of Ireland, where I would need one?
you can freely pass between the 2 here whether it be by car/bus/train, there is nothing at the borders anymore! So no additional visas required or anything :)
@OneRedFeatherStudios. Be careful. Just because there are no checks doesn't mean it's legal and there are spot checks away from the border. If your visa says BIVS (British Irish visa scheme) you can go into Ireland provided you go to the UK first. For some nationalities you just need to check in at a police station when you arrive. You need to look into it.
KIND comments only please. ;) Seeking ideas on what to ask for in pubs when one is a non-drinking vegetarian. Going for the trad and good craic. Oh, and asking for a friend. 🤣
Yes, most businesses accept Visa/Mastercard debit/credit cards, etc.. There are some businesses that are cash only but they are the exception nowadays.
It's a fair question! I went to the Algarve in Portugal recently and was ASTOUNDED to discover that most places wanted cash, and could not take card payment. In Ireland, payment by card is the norm. (Although there is one Chinese restaurant in Rathfarnham village in Dublin that is cash only.) But that's very rare!
Heyy everyone! Hope you enjoy this week's video about Ireland. As usual, feel free to comment if you have more tips to add, and you can find the written version of these tips (and more) here: happytowander.com/ireland-travel-tips/
The official name of Ireland is Éire or Ireland. The republic of ireland is used for FIFA. To sum things up Ireland, Northern Ireland and the Island of Ireland.
There is no such place as the ‘Republic of Ireland’. The official name of my country is simply ‘Ireland’ (or ‘Éire’ only if you are speaking Irish) _ref. Article 4, Bunreacht na hÉireann (Irish Constitution)_ and this is also how it is recognised by the rest of the European Union and internationally.
Other than that, it’s a good vid. 😃👍🇮🇪
Fun fact: The official term for ‘Irish English’ is Hiberno-English.
The most popular baby boys name in Ireland is now Mohammed, so you can fly from the Gaza Stip to Ireland and visit a mosque 🕌 in Ireland.
@@shoutingATclouds-btw The most popular baby boys’ names in Ireland are: (1) Jack, (2) Noah, (3) James, (4) Rían, and (5) Charlie. Mohammad is ranked the 86th most popular name in Ireland. This is unsurprising as only 1.6% of the population of Ireland is Muslim.
_Source:_ Central Statistics Office, Ireland.
My wife and I are planning a trip to Ireland (it will be our first time). Do you know what type of passport is needed?
If you are going to the cliffs of mothar there is a carpark that charges per PERSON and implies its ass off that you are paying for the cliffs. The cliffs are free. Park at doolin or hags head and walk along the cliff trail.
THANK YOU! I will remember this
Sneakyyy , good to know. I know a lot of overr corrective rule followers who wouldn't know the difference
@@emmyemmaemIt’s a 4km walk in either direction to the highest cliffs and on rough ground in places. And the roads are narrow and busy closer the cliffs so there is nowhere but the big car park to park in. It’s easier to just pay for most people.
@@Dreyno Good point...we'll be visiting with mobility problems and senior citizens.
Thanks for the primer on Irish history - very important info that everyone should know but no other travel videos cover.
Thank you! I love how clear and efficient you are in communicating so many important things!
Spot on!! This was almost like a mini love letter to Ireland and you got so much in. Great!!!
Minimising your time in Dublin and exploring the rest of Ireland is indeed the best possible advice.
Just got back from two weeks in Ireland. Dublin, Powerscourt Waterfall, Knowth, Newgrange, Hill of Tara, Galway, Cliffs of Moher, the Burren etc. Beautiful place. Even though it rained pretty much every day, I'd still consider it the trip of a lifetime. Loved it. The people there were great.
Love! ❤ Glad you'd fun. 🇮🇪
Yeah.. Worth it ❤
at least you got rain... when I visited one summer it was hot and sunny every day. Felt like back home in San Diego lol
@@shaunsteele6926 "Hot and sunny every day", you poor thing (kidding). Generally speaking, here in New York we just have to accept that the weather will be either cold, cloudy or rainy for nine months out of the year. It was 27 degrees (F) this morning. San Diego sounds like a dream right about now.
@@darkbloodrevisited yeah can't complain about the sunshine and warm weather, it was just unexpected in Ireland. I had packed a lot of warm clothes lol
Very much impressive research on all these places for tour in Ireland. It will help people wish to come to Ireland to see the beautiful sights.
So excited about my trip to Ireland in September !!!!! Thanks for all the tips ❤
I’m so jealous! Hope you have an amazing time and that the video is helpful :)
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I really appreciate you talking about the history of Ireland like you did. Even today there is talk of what to do about the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland split.
I'm Irish - super good overview!
One thing I'd add in - North Americans, I love u, I chat to u in Ireland all the time but for the love of God PLEASE never say "Patty's Day" - noone who is Irish ever says this. The saint is St Patrick. We call the day St Patricks Day or ST PADDY'S day - cause Paddy is the abreviation of Patrick!
Other than that, u are as welcome as the flowers of May. Ur good people. ❤😊
is there a difference in pronunciation between Patty and Paddy? Most Americans would pronounce both words exactly the same lol
My Dublun manfriend said " Paddy's Day"
@@shaunsteele6926Paddy is short for Patrick.
Patty is short for Patricia.
@@shaunsteele6926 Most 'Murrikans need to learn the old 'Murrikan lesson - FAFO.
@@seanmccann8368 using your native accent is not FA
One of the most informative travel vids I've ever seen. Cheers!
Also this was a fantastic video! Well thought out and delivered. If you're up Mayo ways, try and climb Croake Patrick. Very approachable hike, good history in it and beautiful views. The seaside beside it is lovely too
You were right on just about everything. A visit to the Aran Islands off Galway should also be recommended. Renting a car is easy, negotiating roads with no shoulder space is not...and finding parking space in the big city is hard. Trains and buses work much better. Guiness is a treasure and Dublin's biggest attraction...but so is Jameson's which also has tours at its distillery. Grafton Street in Dublin has great stores but even better buskers singing songs. Galway should be stop on anyone's list (along with the rest of Ireland). It may rain, but you will leave with a sunny disposition.
I like how you shared some history of the region. It’s good information to know, especially when visiting, you learn about the area you’re more likely to be respectful, in my experience anyway. Thanks for the travel tips, any advice when traveling with kids, teens?
who goes to Ireland and avoids pubs?!!!
"don't ask what's in it" I absolutely LOVE that you said that. Leave your hang-ups at home and EAT... you might LOVE IT!
Seriously for the price if 3 nights in a tiny dublin flat I had a week in a gaint house with post card views in the west. Great video. Well researched.
I have so much research and prepping to do because I am moving there 🥰 I can’t wait but I’m still scared. I’m also so excited. It’s been a dream of mine since I was a child. I never felt like I belonged here in America sadly.
What a lovely presentation. I was born and raised in beautiful Connemara, on the west coast of Ireland, but I live and work in Dresden, Germany, to be a dad to my son. His mom is German. My son and I go back every year to see the clan. I do miss it so. Thank you. :)
Show him where we refueled the U-boats…..oh sh1t, I’ve said too much 😂
You did a great job. Just one thing would be the reason why there was the Civil unrest was because it was in apartheid state it was specifically created to never have a catholic majority, but a protestant majority. So Catholics could not vote where they could vote. It was gerrymandered so they had no power, and it started out as a civil rights movement which model did self on the civil rights movement of Martin Luther King. This was in the 1960s.
Very impressed with the research! Well thought-out video. Thanks! 🎉
I must admit you really did your research well fairplay
You're so right. I never liked Guinness, but when I visited Dublin and a few surrounding towns, I loved it. My family had a fun time touring the Guinness Storehouse too. My husband and I can't wait to go back as we only spent a few days there after a Manchester, UK wedding. We also do plan on seeing more of the island, including Northern Ireland, so renting a car is in our plans.
1 other thing for food in Ireland, go to a deli which you’ll find in any shop and get sausage rolls or a chicken fillet roll and if you go to a Chinese takeaway in Ireland, get a spice bag. I have no idea how these foods you can basically only get in Ireland. (England have sausage rolls too but they’re rank)
You should visit the province of Newfoundland in Canada. It feels like Ireland with the open fields full of rocks and cliffs. I was amazed by how friendly and polite people were in St. John's.
A lot of Irish settled in Newfoundland during the famine times from Waterford in SE Ireland. They still speak with an Irish accent. Music and dance has Irish roots also. 💚
You're absolutely right
In Northern Ireland an Irish breakfast is also called an Ulster breakfast as a bed and breakfast owner pointed out.
In the same way an Irish breakfast is similar to an English breakfast, with potato bread and black and white pudding added, the Ulster fry is like an Irish breakfast with a split fried soda farl added and perhaps the white pudding removed.
The addition of hash browns, fried slice, baked beans or other supplements are either matters of personal taste or levels of vitriol more associated with a jihad.
Thanks! Very well put together video and am getting excited for my trip as it gets closer😊
You're mostly right but never say Londonderry in Derry as it's a mostly Republican/Catholic area. You'll actually offend the locals. and 100% of Irish call it Derry so travelling trough the Republic saying Londonderry will get you looked down on,
Thank you for that info.
Really? So what to do when talking about County Londonderry ? You know where the city of Londonderry/Derry is. I personally know many many people who call it Londonderry but yes the nationalist community may be offended but tourists are in general accepted and treated very well with great hospitality.
Learn how to pronounce Gaelic please, you could mention that 2 USA presidents were from Irish Catholic families and 35% of all presidents were from Northern Ireland Protestant families.
You speak too fast 😂
@@kyivwithgeofftanya5546 I was born in Cork and Live in Cork, I'm 100% Irish and literally not one person in my life has ever called it Londonderry. In Cork you call it Londonderry you will be placed on the spot quickly So if you're non Irish travelling through the South which is majority republican it's better to call it Derry.
Also American Presidents have nothing to do with this discussion.
Also the fact you said 'The nationalist community may be offended' and you know people who call it Londonderry and you're so happy to bring up protestant presidents tells me which side of the fence you're on.
@@kyivwithgeofftanya5546 and Derry is 75% Catholic.
@@scottbuckley823 Roman Catholic you mean as Catholic actually means Christian. Regardless of what % Derry is, Northern Ireland is not the same and Americans, regardless of how fast they talk, have no idea about Northern Ireland or the society apart from leftist, socialist, republican propaganda 🤟🏻
Thank you for this amazing review! My wife and I are both Irish and grew up in Jersey City New Jersey but have never been to Ireland. I’m planning a vacation there for this coming November 2024 so this video definitely helps. Again thanks.
Heads up. Renting a car is NOT the same as the US. Check to make sure that your credit card covers the insurance because it’s going to cost ya. Also make sure you have a large available credit on your card because they will be putting a 5k reserve hold as a deposit if you don’t want to be paying almost $100 per day for additional insurance. I just traveled there and those were the only options.
I go every year and pay with a debit card. Price of the car, plus €66 insurance and €115 deposit on my card , so there is other options
Would love to know what options? I wanted a premium car from one of the major companies, Hertz at Cork Airport and that’s the only option that was offered. I have family there and they said it’s not easy.
That’s strange. I ring up indigo car hire Ireland and get hertz from dublin ( this year from kerry) , They tell me hertz offers debit card payments. And those prices I quoted, are exactly the same this year from kerry as they were from dublin last year. I didn’t do anything with a credit card. I paid with my debit card to indigo before my trip, and then I pay the rest on a debit card in Ireland .
@@suziemills5189Overall, I wasn’t that impressed because they gave me an Audi A4 and it didn’t have the lane assist features activated which I really would have liked since I’m driving on the other side of the road. My credit card did cover the insurance and the 5k hold on my card was released immediately. The final costs weren’t too bad but the deposit was crazy. We got amazing fuel mileage on a diesel car which was very cost effective. Haven’t heard of indigo.
that's strange I rented a car in Cork with no problems. Of course that was 15 years ago
Ondine is a favorite of mine. Gorgeous film.
A very honest appraisal of Ireland
Irish names are spelled exactly like they sound, but it’s in Gaeilge. You can’t apply English language rules to the Irish language.
LIke Chonghaile
Very intelligent and accurate guide. Thanks
Love your videos and tips. Please keep them coming!👍🇨🇦
Great video, would also recommend the 2022 oscar nominated irish language movie called The Quiet Girl.
Enjoyed your review on my country....2 points...having travelled quite a bit I don't find Ireland that expensive for eating out and socialising.. can't comment really about accommodation because I live here....and secondly there is no such place on the island of Ireland called "londonderry "it's just Derry 😊
Where do you recommend new tourist travel to in Ireland since you're from there? Is Dublin nice? What about fishing and castles?
@freddudley6173 yes Dublin is nice and worth a couple of days here lot's of history....just avoid the temple bar area its a real tourist trap and u will pay about 40% more to have a drink....castles everywhere in Ireland and fishing.... a lot of good fishing in the lakes around the cavan area about 1 and half hours north/west of Dublin definitely spend some time over the west of the country maybe even travel up the west coast....remember Ireland isn't that big 3 hours to travel east to west 6 hours south to north
Wow!
Thanks a lot
Very helpful positive video!!!
Thanks for this. Been planning a September visit for years. Enjoyed your energetic summary, history and tips. 😊
Greetings...from America!
Just checking in.....😵💫😵💫😵💫
Enjoyed the video. I will be in Ireland for the first time this Autumn. Slainte!
Huge props for keeping that tip number ONE. super super important to know if you're coming to our lovely land haha
you know what they say, there's only one city with 6 silent letters 😉😉
Great video! Ill be there in 2 weeks! First time!
thank you so much we will make good use of this guide ❤
Just got back from there for the holidays!!
Really enjoyed the video and you certainly know Ireland well and understand the country. Just two things:
1j I think it’s bad advice to so dismissive of Dublin. The city centre is history packed with plenty of free museums to explain Irish history. Has a thriving pub and music scene (not just Temple Bar). Phoenix Park, not far from Guinness, is Europe’s largest urban park and beautiful and well worth a visit.
If timing is right go to GAA match in Croke Park for great Irish sport in a fantastic stadium.
Then outside the city places in the Northside like Howth, Skerries and Malahide are beautiful coastal villages all reachable by train. Then in the opposite direction get the DART (local train) for stunning journey along the coast to Dun Laoghàire, Dalkey , Killiney and to Bray and Greystones. It’s been featured by the BBC on their Worlds Greatest Train Journeys show.
Dublin has so much more to offer than Temple Bar and the centre.
2)When searching for accommodation use Irish versions of Airbnb and other sites and pay in Euros not British pounds. You won’t pay extra exchange rates as the websites pay the hotel in Euros so they will pass on fees for GBP to you.
We are going in June . Thank you for the info.
How was the weather in June?
When you think of irish weather think four seasons in one day And a diet idea for a day trip from Dublin is new Grange. Older than the pyramids maybe not as a quite As impressive to look at
I've visited Ireland a few times, but it's been awhile (last time was 2006). Has much changed since then?
Lots more foreign people but not much else has changed
What’s the best airline to fly from the US?
I'd like to know this too!
Aer Lingus, an Irish airline, flies from numerous U.S cities daily.
Another great lesser known Irish movie: The Boys from County Clare. I'm completely agree with getting out of the cities and hitting the towns.
Are these places accessible by public transport? Which month was this video shot in ?
My favorite time to travel to busy locations is for Thanksgiving. The flights are cheap because everyone is traveling within the US but not so much out of the country.
Another thing to try and eat there is a boxty, a savory pancake/crape that can be filled with anything. Also, scones with butter are a must.
Weather is generally shit then
Boxty was highly local to a few counties in the north west and was rarely filled. In the last 15-20 years it’s been co-opted by the the tourist hotspots who’ve bastardised the thing. It’s supposed to either a heavy, boiled dumpling that is sliced and fried or a hash brown/rösti style potato pancake. Served as breakfast or small meal. Usually with some butter on it. Can be served with eggs, bacon etc.
My wife and I really gravitated to your efficient posts. We've traveled all over the US but we've been overwhelmed by trying anything in Europe for our family. We value safety, comfort, and relatively less hassle. After watching many of your tips for first timers, Ireland seemed the best choice. Rome, Paris, London seems amazing, but worrying about crowds, theft, etc is off putting. However, I'm curious if you have any other top countries to consider for a first family vacation to Europe. Thanks and keep up the great work.
Im from midland ireland which to me is a pretty basic place but the coastlines are amazing. Galway city and Donegal are amazing also. If you do decide to come over try for spring or summer as it might not rain 24/7 and the country will be more lively 😅 dublin is alright but not worth the cost of staying in for multiple days. Giants causeway and carric a rede rope bridge are also fantastic
Safety was a big thing for me traveling solo, so I picked Iceland! Beautiful country and locals were so nice
Great info. I just found the speed of talking was a bit fast.
I wish it was longer, it's beautiful
Ang Ganda talaga siguro Jan sis.salamat SA pagshare Ng Lugar na Yan ..
I loved the film Henri set in and around Belfast. Funny and a bit sad.
“Craic” and “sláinte” are not a slag word. They are Irish words which mean “fun” and “health”. The names ‘Niamh’ ‘Eoghan’ and ‘Siobhan’ are Irish names in the Irish language. They’re not English names so they do not have English pronunciation 🇮🇪
In the Irish language words are pronounced as they are spelt unlike the English language where there are little or no rules of pronunciation.
some people cant comprehend this
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Great. It would be easier to learn
50 of us are traveling to ireland soon thanks so much for this 😊
@@123malichi too bad ireland is the land of welcomes
@@gerarddeegan1164 is it
I live in Ireland 🇮🇪 🙌 😍
Big deal
Excellent presentation! What software did you use to insert the text? Very cool :-)
Hey! I’m looking at doing a very big trip next year (Japan for a month, europe for 3 and a half) and the prices for even the more budget and boutique hotels almost seem like I’m booking it as if it’s tomorrow. Is it possible to book too early? Same goes for flights
The official name of the Republic of Ireland is Ireland or Eire(Gaelic). So the durestrictions are Ireland and Northern Ireland. The geographical island is Ireland or the Island of Ireland. Most people from the Republic will say they are from Ireland and will not use the Republic description. The same way you would say France instead of the Republic of France
What a great job you did with this video. Thank you for your efforts putting it together.
One thing I'd recommend if you come to Ireland, is to be polite. Acknowledge others with a nod of the head or say 'Hi'. Use your manners (please and thank you are always appreciated). Speak softly and don't be THAT loud and abnoxious American that we'll all want to avoid.
If visiting Dublin,
walk Howth Head and Dun Laoghaire pier, and if you are brave have a swim in the 40 foot! Definitely travel on the DART from the city centre to Greystones or Bray.
Climb 3 rock mountain (its a hill, with an easy road you can walk up to the top from Ticknock in 30 minutes!) 😂
You mentioned stopping off in Athlone in between Galway and Dublin. We're thinking of doing that via bus, did you find a bus that stops there or did you take two separate buses from Galway to Athlone and then Athlone to Dublin?
Hey, Irish person here. Hope I'm not too late. Yes, they'll be a bus that stops in Athlone, it the major town of the midland, and also just about an hour to Galway from there.
@@EMMYK1916 I decided to just rent a car, but thank you!!
On UK visit visa can travel to Dublin by ferry?
Pubs...... A decent proportion of Irish people don't drink alcohol, but with pubs being a central part of the social/community life, it's not considered odd or unusual for 10%+in a pub even late at night to be having soft drinks (soda for USA) or Ballygowan (local version of Perrier). I'm speaking of times or locations where food may not be available or part of your plans at that time. Look out for pubs with Traditional Music (Trad or a Trad Session in local parlance).
Thank you for sharing these incredible travel insights with us! 🙏 Oh, and speaking of travel, have you seen the new Nomadlane V4 Bento Bag? It looks like the perfect companion for wanderers! 🌟👜
What's your advice for those who don't imbibe (like me) who have Ireland and Northern Ireland as bucket list items? By the way ... I'm Andrew.
Hi Andrew!! Don’t worry about that too much! There’s plenty to do in Ireland apart from drinking - even in pubs! Pubs are social spaces that offer plenty of food & live music as well so you can enjoy them just fine even without drinking. Plus they all offer alcohol-free drink options too. Safe travels!
Actually Guinness 0.0 is quite good.
@@jimmyryan5880 You do you. I don’t imbibe.
@@abkeener81I don't drink either but I'm going to have a Guinness 0.0 when we tour Guinness, it's the nonalcoholic Guinness
Stereotypical view of Ireland you have there Andrew…….maybe you shouldn’t leave your small minded town
Skellig Michael for Star Wars and Puffins however you need a car to get there and you need to book MONTHS in advance, although you don't pay until you go out. So if the weather is horrible and the sea is rough, you don't pay.
Also, the Puffins leave mid-June and don't come back till next year, to nest.
Very photography and enjoyed your video a irishman
Thank you for the info also I’ll try the Guinness
Ryanair is terrible tho. Flights delayed, you will have to add bags on separate rather than any being included, ect
I've had bad experiences with them as have many others.
If you do fly into somewhere like the uk you may be able to get the boat over
Thanks for sharing your experience! I haven’t had any overly terrible experiences with them but there’s definitely certain cons with choosing them over more standard airlines. (I recap them in this detailed review, in case anyone is weighing the pros and cons right now: happytowander.com/honest-ryanair-review/)
Overall I think they are alright so long as you know what to expect. At the end of the day, it does depend on your priorities - for some budget travellers, the savings justify the lack of frills haha. I’ve never tried taking a boat over to Ireland though - that sounds like it would be really fun! Thanks again for commenting though! You were so quick haha :)
Movies: The Secret of Roan Inish is a must to get the warmth of the Irish culture
There are very few laundromats in Ireland. I travel light and carry a change of clothes and wash one set.
Made me homesick!
I didn’t find Ireland any more expensive than
London, Paris, or Zurich (good lord is that city expensive).
Headed back in April and doing 10 days by car. Cannot wait. It’s like going home.
Black pudding was not my thing but white pudding was so good. Also try Guinness Beef Stew and seafood chowder from anywhere. It is so delicious. One of the 2 will be my first meal when I land next April. Unbelievable.
Excellent video live just across the border if u feel jetlagged ( knackered) after your flight just take the coach (24x7) to Belfast ( plenty of inexpensive hotels across from the bus station) or else Newry and stay in the Canal Court Hotel. There are car rentals close bye P something or other. Then drive to Carlingford Lough Nd Rosstrevor close bye the Game of Thrones were filmed. Kevin in Foyles pub will give you directions if he is about and not swimming in the Lough. Scenery rain or sun is amazing. Car n Truck Ferry from Warren point over to ingerand north of LPool capital of Ireland.
Enjoy your trip 😊
As an Irishman super impressed with this - so many travel vlogs are the pits. However, I have just one complaint " spend 2 says in Dublin". Totally wrong. First you can't see everything in one or two weeks. Set out your priorities and save some stuff for your next trip! You can easily spend a week in Dublin, even two if you have the time, there is so much to see and do. Not mentioned at all in this vlog is the super theatre and sports performances especially in Dublin but around the country also. From world class performances, to classical music, traditional music, rock concerts with world class performers to intimate theaters - all are available in Ireland and should not be missed. a sports event should not be missed especially Gaelic football and hurling. Or international soccer, rugby and golf tournaments. Horse racing, boating and silting events - the list is endless. I'd skip the Guinness "factory". Sorry!
thanx that was helpful
Do I need visa to visit Ireland??
If you don't drink for religious or personal reasons, Can you still enjoy yourself in ireland at a pub ?
Everyone enjoys the pubs, you'll find plenty of non-drinkers there - enjoying a "soft drink" as we call them, also called "a mineral", basically a Coke/Pepsi, Sprite/7 Up, Sunkist/Fanta, but we also have "Rock Shandy" and Red Lemonade, and if you want something non-fizzy try Blackcurrant.
Please stop subscribing to the notion that you have to be a big drinker to enjoy the pub, or that all Irish are drunks.
Another lovely video. Thank you so much for putting this together. Having been to the UK many times, I have Ireland on my bucket list for the longest while. I could never find the time and opportunity to visit. I feel like now would be a good time to visit. Can you give a bit of advice? How difficult is it to go from Northern Ireland (where I do not need a visa), to areas in the Republic of Ireland, where I would need one?
you can freely pass between the 2 here whether it be by car/bus/train, there is nothing at the borders anymore! So no additional visas required or anything :)
@@flamermcgowan - Oh thank you very much. I really appreciate that feedback, because it makes my impending visit all the much better. I appreciate it.
@OneRedFeatherStudios. Be careful. Just because there are no checks doesn't mean it's legal and there are spot checks away from the border. If your visa says BIVS (British Irish visa scheme) you can go into Ireland provided you go to the UK first. For some nationalities you just need to check in at a police station when you arrive. You need to look into it.
@@jimmyryan5880 - Oh thanks for this bit of advice. I really appreciate it. Some great information here.
KIND comments only please. ;) Seeking ideas on what to ask for in pubs when one is a non-drinking vegetarian. Going for the trad and good craic. Oh, and asking for a friend. 🤣
Same here, I’m interested in holy wells and folk sessions
I really enjoyed this vedio 🎉
Thank you
Amazing places!
do i need a visa to visit ireland . im a us citizen
Ilove you because i love your English ❤😊
Can you use visa or Mastercard instead of cash ?
Errrr Yes…….we are not the moon
Yes, most businesses accept Visa/Mastercard debit/credit cards, etc.. There are some businesses that are cash only but they are the exception nowadays.
No, we only do barter here.
@@GodOfVictory501 thank you!
It's a fair question! I went to the Algarve in Portugal recently and was ASTOUNDED to discover that most places wanted cash, and could not take card payment. In Ireland, payment by card is the norm. (Although there is one Chinese restaurant in Rathfarnham village in Dublin that is cash only.) But that's very rare!
the best video
My favorite place to visit!
One of mine as well! Can’t wait to go back!
Your first mistake is putting the British flag on top of are beautiful iland
i love Colleens. 😀
Don’t threaten me with a good time, I love Guinness. Also it’s better in Ireland? God bless
'Limit to 1 to 2 nights' Are you mad ? Going all the way to Dublin just for 2 nights ?
What exactly is "shoulder season"? A travel agent shouldn't assume everyone will know what these terms mean.
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