| Embarking on a trip to Ireland is an exciting and | | | | uses 120 volts at 60hz. Double check the power |
| thrilling adventure, one that will bring you to | | | | accommodations of your electronics. You don't |
| castles haunted by folklore, cities that seamlessly | | | | want to short out your Bed and Breakfast! |
| meld tradition and modernity, and breathtaking | | | | 4. Wear your farm boots. When returning to the |
| vistas that have inspired artists and poets for | | | | United States, you must check a box on the |
| thousands of years. While this trip of a lifetime | | | | customs form if you have been on a farm or |
| can be an emotional and extraordinary | | | | pasture in Ireland. It will save you a lot of time if |
| experience, it is important to remember the | | | | you wear your boots on the airplane, rather than |
| basics of traveling. To ensure your trip goes off | | | | packing them. They will need to be checked by a |
| without a hitch, here are some basic travel tips | | | | Customs Official and this will take more time if |
| for visitors to the Emerald Isle. | | | | you have to unpack them from your luggage. |
| 1. Dress for the weather, and for what you least | | | | 5. Take the road less traveled. While Ireland is a |
| expect. Due to its position in the Atlantic Ocean, | | | | desirable travel destination for people from all |
| its relative size, and its topography, Ireland can be | | | | around the world, there are plenty of hidden |
| unpredictable when it comes to the weather. | | | | gems away from the tourist traps. Spend an |
| Those rolling clouds bring sporadic rain showers, | | | | extra day driving through small towns, stopping in |
| high winds, and damp farmland. When packing, | | | | local pubs, and talking to the farms herding cattle |
| make sure you bring warm clothes, a raincoat, | | | | across the road. These experiences will make |
| and plenty of layers. | | | | your vacation unique, and will certainly give you |
| 2. Check the roads. Driving in Ireland can be | | | | that glimpse of traditional Ireland that has |
| dangerous. Not only are many of the roads | | | | captured the imagination of travelers for years. |
| narrow and congested in the urban areas, the | | | | Your trip to Ireland is sure to be amazing. To |
| rural roads are often windy and unpredictable. | | | | remember your trip, traditional Irish wares like |
| Furthermore, the driving is on the opposite side of | | | | Aran Island sweaters and Waterford crystal |
| the road as the US, as well as the steering wheel. | | | | make stunning souvenirs. Beautiful Celtic jewelry |
| If you plan on drinking, choose a designated driver | | | | can also be purchased and worn as a daily |
| or take a cab, as drunk driving laws are very | | | | reminder of your trip. Make sure your jewelry |
| strict. | | | | dealer is an expert on Celtic jewelry, and one that |
| 3. Take an adapter. While the electricity supply in | | | | is based in Ireland. Good luck on your journey and |
| Ireland hosts 220 volts at 50hz, the United States | | | | may the road rise to meet you! |