Travel Information - Ireland

Time to Visit

The season extends from April to November with the busiest months being July and August. June is a good month  before the peak season and benefits from the longest hours of daylight.

Electrical Current

The standard is 220 volts and hotels usually have 220/110 sockets for razors. It is a good idea to have an adapter or converter, particularly if you are using small hotels or guest houses.

Passports

Make sure that your passport is current and does not expire within 6 months of your return. It is advisable to carry a copy of your passport, packed separately.

Main Airports

The main airports for direct flights are Shannon and Dublin . There are connections via London into other regional airports such as Cork, Waterford, Knock for the West of Ireland and Belfast.

Trains

There are main services from Dublin to Cork, Belfast, Wexford, Waterford, Westport and Sligo. From the Cork line there are connections to Killarney and Tralee.

Ferries

There are several ferry crossings for passengers and vehicles to Scotland, England, Wales and France.

Hotels

All of he hotels that we use have en suite facilities. Twin or double rooms are available but few hotels can offer King size beds. Single rooms are often significantly smaller .

Golf Handicaps Certificates

Most of the top ranked courses require handicap certificates and the limits are typically 24 for men and 36 for ladies. Have your current certificate with you, or a letter from your club professional verifying your handicap.

If you do not have a handicap we can still arrange a tour, there are many fine courses in Ireland that have no restrictions.

Golf Carts

If you need a Golf Cart you will be restricted in your choice of courses in Ireland. The golf clubs or resorts with a good supply of Carts tend to be inland courses, however, there are some highly ranked links courses that can supply but we advise you to book early.

Caddies

Available at most of the major courses. We will pre-book a Caddie for you with the Caddie-master a each club. Caddies are paid on the day, are self-employed and cannot be 100% guaranteed to be available but Caddie-masters provide a very reliable service.

Dress on the course and in the Clubhouse

Generally smart/ casual, some clubs require long socks with shorts and jacket and tie in certain dining rooms after 6 p.m. etc. We can advise when booking your itinerary.

Self-Drive Hire vehicles are right hand drive

Rental vehicles are right hand drive. Cars and Mini-vans are typically smaller in Ireland than in the US, discuss your requirement with us to get most suitable vehicle, taking account of passengers, luggage and golf equipment. Book early for best choice of Mini-van in peak periods. Automatics are in short supply.

Motor-coaches or Mini-coaches, Chauffeur Drive and Guides

We provide a range of transport with driver to suit any number of clients. Also driver / guides or specialist guides as required.

Insurance

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Money and Credit Cards

Visa and MasterCard are the major credit cards, American Express and Diners are accepted widely. The unit of currency is the Euro. Dollars and British pounds are accepted only in large hotels or shops geared to tourists. Northern Ireland coinage is same as for England.

Time

The Irish Republic is on the same time as the UK which is 5 hours ahead of Eastern time.

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