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posted
10-Nov-2009 01:13
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travellinghelen... »
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13-Nov-2009 05:56
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Rossam »
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Hi,
will be arriving in Ireland second week of April 2010.
Am a "geriatric " backpacker ( a happy 60-ish active lady who has "done" Asia, Sth America, Turkey etc in the last 7 years ) used to hostel accomodation and lots of walking.
Intend to spend a couple of days in Dublin so would welcome advice on a clean simple guesthouse or like.
Because I am on a limited budget in what I am told is a hellishly expensive country I would like to spend maybe next 10 days in Kiltimagh County Mayo.
Am wanting to find details of my mother and her family.
Do I get to Kiltimagh by bus from Dublin ?
any suggestions on B& B's or guesthouses in Kiltimagh ?
any advice appreciated,
Helen.
posted
06-Nov-2009 00:16
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tanman28 »
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21-Nov-2009 02:12
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djpkemp »
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Hi All,
There are three of us (guys aged 25-30) heading over to Dublin on the 5th december to celebrate my friends birthday, can anyone recommend some good bars / night clubs to go that are located in the town centre?
We're looking for some venue's which are good fun with cheesy music (nothing pretentious), any advice is much appreciated...
Cheers
Ian
posted
03-Nov-2009 22:30
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werliuherdee »
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17-Nov-2009 22:00
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gnf_ireland »
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location: Ireland
I am a nigerian studying and working in finland,I have just been denied entry visa to the republic of ireland,the consular said that i may cross over to the common travel area, since i have been denied a uk visa last year, i do not have any intention to cross over to any common area, my intention was just to go on holiday in dublin, he also said that i do not have a sufficient fund in my account, whereby i submitted a statement of account with over 2000 euro account balance,and the money belongs to me,after ,my visa application,i got a permanent job with the company that i work with and i am also studying my masters free of charge here in finland, so i do not have any intention to become an illegal immigrant not to talk of crossing over, i am planning to write my appeal.....I am confused about the common travel area and i need help to defend myself about that,pls help
posted
02-Nov-2009 15:35
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eireylu »
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05-Nov-2009 00:08
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wheresjenny »
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location: Ireland
we are in ireland for St Patrick's Day and are quite flexible about where we can be.
Obviously Dublin has a whole lot going on... but we thought it could be worth asking if anyone has spent St Patrick's Day in ireland and if so, where they would recommend swilling some lager on March 17th!
Thanks!
posted
01-Nov-2009 11:03
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cmonster »
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21-Nov-2009 05:31
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BunBunPatsy »
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location: Ireland
Has anyone been on this vacation package? What is it like?
http://www.aerlingusvacationstore.com/
I may be asking on the wrong forum here, as the description sounds pretty much pre-packed. I'm afraid that it will be a giant motorcoach tour filled with the crowd that frequents cruise ships. The only reason why I am even considering it is because of the price.
Thanks for any feedback.
posted
28-Oct-2009 08:41
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lhochh »
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29-Oct-2009 06:38
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Frida1 »
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location: Ireland
I have about two weeks to travel in Great Britain in early January and am thinking of exploring County Kerry, Wales, and Cornwall. I won't have a car and will probably be traveling alone. I was thinking of staying a few days in Killarney and doing some light hiking around the countryside.
Is it safe to explore the area alone, especially as a woman? Any hostel recommendations in Killarney? I've heard it's very touristy but it seems like the easiest/most accessible town to use as a base for exploring. Are there any recommendations for a better town to stay in with good (not too difficult) hiking, that can be accessed by bus?
Thanks for any advice!
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28-Oct-2009 04:57
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BunBunPatsy »
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03-Nov-2009 05:15
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kitkat4613 »
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location: Ireland
Hi everyone: I'll be in Ireland with a tourgroup for 10 days - any ideas about how much money to take (as in Euros..)?
Thanks..
I was thinking about 350 euros.
posted
27-Oct-2009 18:47
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sala3 »
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28-Oct-2009 10:44
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Aoifster »
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location: Ireland
Good morning,
I would just like to ask - we are a short trip to Ireland and one of our friends is joining us later. She should arrive to Dublin airport at 11.15 p.m.
I have spent nights in several airports around the world and I know they differ (in the way they are accessible to strangers, in the way the guards leave you alone and don't forbid sleeping...)
Is Dublin one of these safe airports where getting a knap on one's bag and heading to the city in the morning is possible?
Or, do you think there is a chance for her to still catch any public transport to the town around midnight and check in to a hostel?
All view appreciated, thanks a lot!
Sala
posted
26-Oct-2009 22:21
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turkeylegs »
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02-Nov-2009 17:44
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turkeylegs »
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location: Ireland
just wondering what you guys would make of a lone Irish girl doing a lone cycling tour round ireland for a few weeks? I've never really travelled in my won country but am pretty experienced in biking in other parts of the world..namely Asia.
I'm thinking of going home for a few months next year and this cycling tour is in my head..but I keep thinking that it is not safe.
Cheers!
posted
22-Oct-2009 21:06
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julio33 »
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06-Nov-2009 19:10
by:
FelisPardalis »
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location: Ireland
I am planning a road trip next year and any advice would be appreciated. It looks like it will be a 10 day trip starting and finishing at Dublin ferry terminal.
I am thinking of doing bed and breakfasts with maybe a stay in somewhere flash for a night. Apart from that I haven't looked into too much yet. Although I hear it is about 7 euros a pint in Dublin. Is it that much everywhere?
Cheers in advance.
posted
21-Oct-2009 02:29
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greengirl999 »
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27-Oct-2009 23:06
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djpkemp »
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location: Ireland
We will be arriving a Dublin Airport arond 11am. We plan to head into the city using public transport before heading back out to the airport aroud 8pm.
What is the cheapest & quickest way to do this? As it's only 10km away I was hoping local bus will suffice?
Where in the city should we get off the bus?
What should we see in Dublin over an aftenoon/evening. Free things suit us best! Of course we will spend the evening (until 8pm anyway!) in a pub arond Temple Bar (not free - or even cheap, I know!)
Thanks!
gg
posted
20-Oct-2009 09:56
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BREATHING »
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31-Oct-2009 22:42
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aminata »
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location: Ireland
I just found a great airfare to Dublin in the middle of Nov for 8 days. I am a budget and solo traveler. I usually rely on public transportation but I have read that in Ireland renting a car beats public transportation.
I am interested in discovering the culture, architecture and going to small town, I am not too interested in visiting local Pubs, but want to get exposed to the culture but with budge in mind. I checked the hostel in Dublin and it seems a good place with good prices. I need some suggestions as to areas and places to go in 8 days
thanks
posted
17-Oct-2009 13:45
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didge59 »
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23-Oct-2009 08:12
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seaneendubh »
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location: Ireland
Does anyone know if there is a person/company that leads photography tours (day/halfday) in Dublin? I am leaving for Ireland on Monday for 9 days. I will be mostly with a group but will have some free time to myself. If not, any suggestions for the must see and must photograph spots in Dublin.
Thanks
posted
16-Oct-2009 08:11
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ct0929 »
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18-Oct-2009 14:24
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PoppyG »
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location: Ireland
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16-Oct-2009 05:21
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kinx81 »
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04-Nov-2009 07:37
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polarbelle »
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http://www.dinglebb.com/
Hello! Just wanted to bring attention to this Bed and Breakfast about 11km from Dingle. I spent 2 weeks in Ireland and this was the best B&B experience of the whole entire trip. If you are planning a trip to Dingle, definitely check this place out! We stayed in late Sept. for two nights and each night was originally 35 euros per person but the owner honoured a coupon we printed off his website for 10% off our entire stay.
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