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Queen Elizabeth I was behind the expression 'Kissing the Blarney stone' - irritated by Lord Blarney's ability to talk endelessly without ever actually agreeing with her.
Language
English, Irish (Gaelic)
Visas
No visa is required for UK citizens, but take your passport for identification.
Getting there
Flights from London, Manchester and other regional airports go to the capital Dublin, Shannon and Cork. Ferries from Holyhead and Liverpool go to Dublin, from Pembroke and Fishguard to Rosslare, and from Swansea to Cork.
Flying time from London
Around one hour
Getting around
Most city highlights are within easy walking distance of the city centre. Think about buying a weekly bus ticket or hire a bicycle. For sights outside the city like the village of Blarney and and Cobh can be reached on a variety of public transport - or hire a car during your stay.
Currency
Euro
Costs
Litre of petrol 54p; pint of beer £1.73; moderate restaurant meal £7.50-£15; roll of film £2; four-mile taxi ride £4.
Weather
The warm weather in July and August brings the crowds, making costs higher and accommodation harder to find. Winter can be miserable, so June and September are probably the best times. Summer 15-20C (58-68F), winter 2-10C (35-50F).
Time difference
None, it's on GMT
International dialling code from the UK
00 353
Voltage
220V 50Hz AC; flat three-pin plugs - no adaptors necessary.
Opening hours
Offices open 9am-5pm weekdays, shops open 9am-5.30/6pm Monday to Saturday, with Thursday and/or Friday late opening. Tourist offices and attractions often open fewer hours or close from October to April.
Health - Before you go
No vaccinations needed.
Health - When you are there
You do not need an E111 form to get free treatment in Eire - but you do need proof of UK residency. Obtain information regarding treatment from the Health Board of the region you are staying in.
Warnings
There are no particular crime fears in County Cork.
Emergency
Police dial 999. British Embassy in Dublin: 29 Merrion Road, Ballsbridge Dublin 4, Tel. (00 353 1) 205 3700.
Customs
Cork is home of two popular Irish stouts - Murphy's and Beamish. So Guinness isn't as popular here as anywhere else in Ireland!
Pets
Eire allows pets entry but has restrictions on certain breeds of dog, and all dogs have to have been resident in the UK for at least six months before their visit.
Tipping
Some places add 10-15% and no additional tip is required. Some don't but if you want to tip, round up the bill or add 10% at most. Taxis don't have to be tipped, but 10% is fine.
Tourist office
Tourism Ireland, 103 Wigmore Street, London W1U 1QS. Tel.0800 039 7000. Website: www.irelandholidays.co.uk
Useful website
www.ireland.travel.ie
Did you know?
Queen Elizabeth I was behind the expression 'Kissing the Blarney stone' - irritated by Lord Blarney's ability to talk endelessly without ever actually agreeing with her.
Language
English, Irish (Gaelic)
Visas
No visa is required for UK citizens, but take your passport for identification.
Getting there
Flights from London, Manchester and other regional airports go to the capital Dublin, Shannon and Cork. Ferries from Holyhead and Liverpool go to Dublin, from Pembroke and Fishguard to Rosslare, and from Swansea to Cork.
Flying time from London
Around one hour
Getting around
Most city highlights are within easy walking distance of the city centre. Think about buying a weekly bus ticket or hire a bicycle. For sights outside the city like the village of Blarney and and Cobh can be reached on a variety of public transport - or hire a car during your stay.
Currency
Euro
Costs
Litre of petrol 54p; pint of beer £1.73; moderate restaurant meal £7.50-£15; roll of film £2; four-mile taxi ride £4.
Weather
The warm weather in July and August brings the crowds, making costs higher and accommodation harder to find. Winter can be miserable, so June and September are probably the best times. Summer 15-20C (58-68F), winter 2-10C (35-50F).
Time difference
None, it's on GMT
International dialling code from the UK
00 353
Voltage
220V 50Hz AC; flat three-pin plugs - no adaptors necessary.
Opening hours
Offices open 9am-5pm weekdays, shops open 9am-5.30/6pm Monday to Saturday, with Thursday and/or Friday late opening. Tourist offices and attractions often open fewer hours or close from October to April.
Health - Before you go
No vaccinations needed.
Health - When you are there
You do not need an E111 form to get free treatment in Eire - but you do need proof of UK residency. Obtain information regarding treatment from the Health Board of the region you are staying in.
Warnings
There are no particular crime fears in County Cork.
Emergency
Police dial 999. British Embassy in Dublin: 29 Merrion Road, Ballsbridge Dublin 4, Tel. (00 353 1) 205 3700.
Customs
Cork is home of two popular Irish stouts - Murphy's and Beamish. So Guinness isn't as popular here as anywhere else in Ireland!
Pets
Eire allows pets entry but has restrictions on certain breeds of dog, and all dogs have to have been resident in the UK for at least six months before their visit.
Tipping
Some places add 10-15% and no additional tip is required. Some don't but if you want to tip, round up the bill or add 10% at most. Taxis don't have to be tipped, but 10% is fine.
Tourist office
Tourism Ireland, 103 Wigmore Street, London W1U 1QS. Tel.0800 039 7000. Website: www.irelandholidays.co.uk
Useful website
www.ireland.travel.ie
Did you know?
Queen Elizabeth I was behind the expression 'Kissing the Blarney stone' - irritated by Lord Blarney's ability to talk endelessly without ever actually agreeing with her.
Language
English, Irish (Gaelic)
Visas
No visa is required for UK citizens, but take your passport for identification.
Getting there
Flights from London, Manchester and other regional airports go to the capital Dublin, Shannon and Cork. Ferries from Holyhead and Liverpool go to Dublin, from Pembroke and Fishguard to Rosslare, and from Swansea to Cork.
Flying time from London
Around one hour
Getting around
Most city highlights are within easy walking distance of the city centre. Think about buying a weekly bus ticket or hire a bicycle. For sights outside the city like the village of Blarney and and Cobh can be reached on a variety of public transport - or hire a car during your stay.
Currency
Euro
Costs
Litre of petrol 54p; pint of beer £1.73; moderate restaurant meal £7.50-£15; roll of film £2; four-mile taxi ride £4.
Weather
The warm weather in July and August brings the crowds, making costs higher and accommodation harder to find. Winter can be miserable, so June and September are probably the best times. Summer 15-20C (58-68F), winter 2-10C (35-50F).
Time difference
None, it's on GMT
International dialling code from the UK
00 353
Voltage
220V 50Hz AC; flat three-pin plugs - no adaptors necessary.
Opening hours
Offices open 9am-5pm weekdays, shops open 9am-5.30/6pm Monday to Saturday, with Thursday and/or Friday late opening. Tourist offices and attractions often open fewer hours or close from October to April.
Health - Before you go
No vaccinations needed.
Health - When you are there
You do not need an E111 form to get free treatment in Eire - but you do need proof of UK residency. Obtain information regarding treatment from the Health Board of the region you are staying in.
Warnings
There are no particular crime fears in County Cork.
Emergency
Police dial 999. British Embassy in Dublin: 29 Merrion Road, Ballsbridge Dublin 4, Tel. (00 353 1) 205 3700.
Customs
Cork is home of two popular Irish stouts - Murphy's and Beamish. So Guinness isn't as popular here as anywhere else in Ireland!
Pets
Eire allows pets entry but has restrictions on certain breeds of dog, and all dogs have to have been resident in the UK for at least six months before their visit.
Tipping
Some places add 10-15% and no additional tip is required. Some don't but if you want to tip, round up the bill or add 10% at most. Taxis don't have to be tipped, but 10% is fine.
Tourist office
Tourism Ireland, 103 Wigmore Street, London W1U 1QS. Tel.0800 039 7000. Website: www.irelandholidays.co.uk
Useful website
www.ireland.travel.ie
Did you know?
Queen Elizabeth I was behind the expression 'Kissing the Blarney stone' - irritated by Lord Blarney's ability to talk endelessly without ever actually agreeing with her.
Language
English, Irish (Gaelic)
Visas
No visa is required for UK citizens, but take your passport for identification.
Getting there
Flights from London, Manchester and other regional airports go to the capital Dublin, Shannon and Cork. Ferries from Holyhead and Liverpool go to Dublin, from Pembroke and Fishguard to Rosslare, and from Swansea to Cork.
Flying time from London
Around one hour
Getting around
Most city highlights are within easy walking distance of the city centre. Think about buying a weekly bus ticket or hire a bicycle. For sights outside the city like the village of Blarney and and Cobh can be reached on a variety of public transport - or hire a car during your stay.
Currency
Euro
Costs
Litre of petrol 54p; pint of beer £1.73; moderate restaurant meal £7.50-£15; roll of film £2; four-mile taxi ride £4.
Weather
The warm weather in July and August brings the crowds, making costs higher and accommodation harder to find. Winter can be miserable, so June and September are probably the best times. Summer 15-20C (58-68F), winter 2-10C (35-50F).
Time difference
None, it's on GMT
International dialling code from the UK
00 353
Voltage
220V 50Hz AC; flat three-pin plugs - no adaptors necessary.
Opening hours
Offices open 9am-5pm weekdays, shops open 9am-5.30/6pm Monday to Saturday, with Thursday and/or Friday late opening. Tourist offices and attractions often open fewer hours or close from October to April.
Health - Before you go
No vaccinations needed.
Health - When you are there
You do not need an E111 form to get free treatment in Eire - but you do need proof of UK residency. Obtain information regarding treatment from the Health Board of the region you are staying in.
Warnings
There are no particular crime fears in County Cork.
Emergency
Police dial 999. British Embassy in Dublin: 29 Merrion Road, Ballsbridge Dublin 4, Tel. (00 353 1) 205 3700.
Customs
Cork is home of two popular Irish stouts - Murphy's and Beamish. So Guinness isn't as popular here as anywhere else in Ireland!
Pets
Eire allows pets entry but has restrictions on certain breeds of dog, and all dogs have to have been resident in the UK for at least six months before their visit.
Tipping
Some places add 10-15% and no additional tip is required. Some don't but if you want to tip, round up the bill or add 10% at most. Taxis don't have to be tipped, but 10% is fine.
Tourist office
Tourism Ireland, 103 Wigmore Street, London W1U 1QS. Tel.0800 039 7000. Website: www.irelandholidays.co.uk
Useful website
www.ireland.travel.ie
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