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Credit card coverage can be a good option for a car rental in Ireland, but simply having rental car protection on your card doesn’t mean you’re covered. Some cards exclude Ireland entirely, while others have limits on the vehicles they cover, the length of the rental, or the amount they’ll pay. Before you decline the...The post Using Credit Card Coverage for a Car Rental in Ireland: What You Must...

At a Glance The Beara Peninsula, also known as the Ring of Beara, sits in southwest Ireland, just south of its more famous neighbor, the Ring of Kerry. It’s a good fit for travelers who want scenic coastal roads and conversations with locals without the tour buses. This guide covers where to base yourself, what...The post The Beara Peninsula: A Guide to Cork and Kerry’s Overlooked Coastal Drive...

If you’re planning to rent a car in Ireland and you’re over 75, don’t assume every rental company has the same requirements. In this quick Ireland travel tip, I explain how to find each company’s senior driver policy, show you where to look on rental websites, and summarize which companies only require a valid driver’s...The post Driving in Ireland Over 75? Check These Rental Policies First...

At a Glance Motorhome and campervan travel in Ireland has grown a lot in recent years, and this guide covers what first-timers actually need to know: vehicle size, where you can legally park overnight, and the apps that make it easier. Whether you’re weighing a motorhome trip against a rental car or already sold on...The post Motorhome Travel in Ireland: What You Need to Know Before You Rent...

If you’re planning to rely on credit card or third-party rental car insurance in Ireland, I want to tell you about the one time I actually had to use mine. The insurance paid the claim. That wasn’t the problem. The problem was everything that happened over the next two months. This happened back in 2015,...The post Credit Card or Third-Party Rental Car Insurance in Ireland: What Happens After an...

Landing in Dublin but beginning your vacation elsewhere – options to get to your first destination safely – without driving. Why driving long distances after an overnight flight isn’t safe Where Does Your Ireland Vacation Begin? So what do you do if your vacation begins in another location – like Galway, Killarney, Clare, or Cork?...The post How to Get from Dublin Airport to Anywhere in Ireland...

Five weeks on the road across Ireland brings plenty of unforgettable moments — and a few lessons learned the hard way. From airport advice and overlooked historic sites to island adventures and incredible local experiences, this trip delivered a little bit of everything. For travelers planning their own Ireland itinerary, these are the stops, stays,...The post Ireland Travel Lessons From Five...