Ireland’s rugged beauty: The coastal islands you need to visit when planning your dream holiday
Ireland is a small country on the edge of Western Europe before the vast Atlantic Ocean meets America. What you probably don’t know is Ireland itself is surrounded by 80 small islands off its coasts, of which 20 are inhabited. With ferry services linking the mainland to these destinations, it will enhance your holiday to […]
Keeping connected: The great value SIM deal we offer our visitors
You’ve booked your dream vacation and now it’s time to sort the basics for when you arrive in Ireland. One of the first things you’ll be eager to sort is your SIM card for your trip here. The downside to an international package from your mobile operator is having a limited allowance of calls and […]
Adding a second driver on your rental contract: The FREE option you need to know about
A shared experience. Holidaying is a shared experience. Whether you’re making your Irish trip with your partner, friend, or family members; you want to immerse yourself and get the most out of your time here, and that includes sharing the road. Ireland is famed for its rugged beauty, picturesque countryside, and coastal roads, so we […]
7 of the best locations in Ireland to celebrate this St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patricks Day, Ireland’s national day celebrated worldwide is now only 7 weeks away and with the restriction now lifted, plans are afoot to see a full return to parades and celebrations nationwide. The lifting of all restrictions means full vibrancy can return to Ireland’s many towns and villages as parades bring back the noise […]
What you need for real peace of mind driving when renting a car in Ireland
The best way to see Ireland is by rental car because there is so much to see that can’t be easily reached by public transport. The west of Ireland and the Wild Atlantic Way has some of the most beautiful scenery in Europe and, while there is a lot of it to explore, if you […]
Ireland to see an increase in car rental prices for 2021-2022
My Irish Cousin advises Ireland-bound travellers to book their car rentals far in advance for the 2021 and 2022 seasons. With a dramatic decrease in car rental fleet sizes and shortages on microchips, tires and resins, renting a car this season could be trickier than past years. Given the increase in global inoculation rates, a […]