What will the weather be like in Ireland?
Irish weather is difficult to predict, our climate is very
mild and is ideal for any type of activity holiday. We advise
people to come prepared for showers and sun so bring the sun
block if you are going to spend a lot of time outdoors and
don’t forget a light weight rain jacket/coat.
The Irish Climate is influenced by the relatively warm waters
of the Gulf Stream, and with the prevailing south-westerly
winds coming from the Atlantic, the climate of Ireland is
equable and temperatures are fairly uniform over the whole
country.
In July and August it can be surprisingly warm in Ireland
with average temperatures of around 15ºC -18ºC,
occasionally as high as 30ºC. It can become humid as
the temperature rises and sudden and heavy, though usually
short, thunder storms are not uncommon.
In winter clouds and rain are more common with the occasional
warm sunny days. Heavy snow falls are rare although the tops
of mountains may be covered with snow for much of the winter.
Average temperatures in Ireland in January and February (usually
the coldest months) are about 5ºC.
Do I have to go to the bank to change my
traveller’s cheques?
Yes you will need formal identification also when you go,
some hotels may offer to change your cheques but as a rule
the bank is the best option. We should mention though that
credit cards are accepted by the majority of shops and restaurants.
Are ATM machines available in all the towns?
All towns and most villages will have an ATM machine. Some
B&B’s do not take credit cards for evening meals
or packed lunches so make sure you have some cash with you.
‘I am vegetarian/vegan; will my diet
be catered for’?
All restaurants will have a vegetarian option. B&B accommodations
are also happy to facilitate you but we advise you to let
us know in advance as some of the B&B’s we use would
be in remoter areas where specialist products may not be as
readily available as in bigger towns.
Is it expensive to eat out in Ireland?
There is a great variety of cafes and restaurants in Ireland.
Some of these are small with home baking being a specialty;
others are larger with a variety of Irish and European foods.
Prices vary and you can have a lunch for approx €6 -
€8 with dinner costing from about €10 upwards depending
on where you go. You will find that many restaurants off an
‘early bird’ menu which is great value and usually
includes 3 courses from about €18.
Will I be able to access the internet to
read my emails whilst on tour?
Most of the bigger towns have ‘Internet Café’s’
where you can pay a fee for the internet on an hourly basis
or similar. If you need urgent access to the internet then
our accommodation provider will be able to advise you on where
to go.
Where will I meet the driver?
The meeting point is always at The Information Point in the
Arrivals hall. If you arrive early please wait here and the
driver will identify himself holding the ‘GoIreland’
sign. In the event of a delay in flight arrival please phone
the GoIreland emergency number 00353 – 872355293
Is travel insurance necessary?
We are happy to advise you on any travel arrangements into
and around Ireland, and about additional accommodation or
other services. Each of our safaris starts close to bus and
railway stations, so they are all accessible by public transport.
We can provide rail vouchers, which give you a discount on
journeys from Dublin to Cork or Kerry. While we encourage
you to give your car a holiday for the tour, we can arrange
parking for those who have to arrive on four wheels. On booking,
we can send you more specific information on the travel arrangements
to and from each starting point.
Each safari starts on a Saturday evening at 6.30pm, and finishes
the following Saturday morning. Although most the tours finish
where you start, some are a little different: check with each
tour. Our office can usually make separate arrangements for
those arriving late or having to leave early.
Is travel insurance necessary?
Absolutely, it is most essential that you are insured prior
to coming to Ireland. Your insurance should cover cancellation
(in the event of you having to cancel due to unforeseen circumstances),
loss/theft of personal possessions and/or money. It should
also cover medical expenses and hospitalisation in the unlikely
event of an accident. As most people now have multi-trip (annual)
insurance, check on its validity for your dates and the type
of holiday you are undertaking.
I am traveling alone - can I join up with
a group on arrival?
Yes, of course. We welcome lone travelers on all our guided
tours and in fact on our ‘Kerry Gems’ tours we
have dates on which you do not have to pay a single supplement.
For the remaining guided tours you may indicate that you will
share if you wish to avoid the supplement.
Are you expected to tip in Ireland?
This is up to each individual but yes in restaurants it is
expected that you do “tip”. Some may include service
charge and if this is the case then you are not expected to
“tip”. Tips are not expected in bars unless you
are served at the Table. The general guideline is 10%. On
guided tours it is also the norm. Your guide is at your disposal
for the week and gratuities are at each individual’s
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