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| | | County Kerry | | Did you know?
Staigue Fort dating back 2000 years is one of Ireland's finest dry-stone buildings, boasting a 5m circular wall up to 4m thick.
Language
English, Irish (Gaelic)
Visas
No visa is required for UK citizens, but take your passport for identification.
Getting there
Regular flights are available from London to Kerry International Airport with Ryanair. The airport is also served by frequent flights to Dublin.
Flying time from London
60 mins.
Getting around
This is driving, walking and cycling country. Just remember that country cycling is for the fit, includes hills and there is frequent rain. Off the coast, you can do numerous boat trips.
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
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.
Health - Before you go
No vaccinations needed.
Health - When you are there
You do not need an EHIC 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
The over-commercialised Ring of Kerry is choked with tour buses throughout the summer, but the rest of the country is big enough to explore without the crowds.
Emergency
Police dial 999. British Embassy in Dublin: 29 Merrion Road, Ballsbridge Dublin 4, Tel. (00 353 1) 205 3700.
Customs
You might be invited to a pub for its good "craic" (pron. "crack"), which describes having a good time hanging out with friends. People really do sing and play music in pubs. Join in - it's fun and will be appreciated.
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.
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| | Available rental properties in County Kerry |
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| |  | | 1, Kerford Cottage
Cottage with spectacular view over Kenmare Bay and Mountains
|  | | 2, Kerford Cottage
One of Kenmare's cosiest cottages with outstanding views over The Bay and Mountains
|  | | Ardmullen 3 bed ( O )
Ardmullen is just out side Kenmare, it is ideally located on the Rings of Kerry & Beara. One can enjoy some of the most beautiful scenery Ireland has
|  | | Ardmullen 3 bed ( W)
Ardmullen is just out side Kenmare, it is ideally located on the Rings of Kerry & Beara. One can enjoy some of the most beautiful scenery Ireland has
|  | | Bun Cill Athta
Situated 2 miles from Kenmare, this is the real get away from it all, well appoinited house in stunning mountain side location, with panoramic views o
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