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Rain and wind gear Dublin

34 Reviews Irish weather is very changeable so you need to be prepared for all eventualities!!!! You can get all four seasons in one day at times ........ The easiest thing is to bring layers & include...

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Rain Gear Cork

6 Reviews Cork is probably one of the wettest places in Ireland so an unbrella is a must. Don't let that put you off though as it's also one of the sunniest - you just need a brolly for the showers!! Pop into...

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Rain Gear Limerick

3 Reviews Most everyone when they think of Ireland they think of rain, rain and more rain but it's not always like that. If you are coming during the summer it is best to bring a mixture of clothing. This year...

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Rain Gear Killarney

5 Reviews Wear sensible shoes or walking boots - you will do a lot of walking. In summer pack lightweight raingear & maybe a change of clothes in the event of a severe downpour & remember NO RAIN NO RAINBOW ...

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Books Waterford

2 Reviews The book * Round Ireland with a fridge * written by Tony Hawks is an useful companion for an Ireland trip. It tells the true story of a bet that Tony cannot hitch hike around the circumference of...

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Rain Gear Kilkenny

4 Reviews Good walking shoes, warm clothes and rain gear are a must. While in Kilkenny, it started to pour down rain and I had to take cover under a tree. Even with an umbrella, the rain will still find a way...

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Rain Gear Sligo

3 Reviews If you are going to be camping, then try and pack your bags as light as you can. It was very annoying for me leaving London with heavy luggage. make sure you bring a rain-coat, something warm, and...

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Toiletries & Medical Supplies Inishmore

1 Review When I was there the tab water was conterminated and we only were told in the pub at night. The only supermarket on the island closes at 5 or 6 so we had no chance to buy drinking water. Just be...

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Rain Gear Great Skelligs

1 Review I was happy to have brought a waterproof backpack. Without it everything I have brought would have been wet after the cruise to Skellig Michael! Hiking boots will help you climb the 680 stairs up to...

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Croagh Patrick County Mayo

1 Review Make sure to wear Hiking boots, everything else is lethal. Then bring a stick, it'll help you on the way down. (You can rent or buy them at the car park as well! It costs IEP 1.50 to rent and IEP 2...

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General Comments County Kerry

2 Reviews Take One Bag and One Backpack. Can add a smaller daypack. Only what YOU can carry, yourself, without help! Remember: Take only what YOU could carry for a mile. You want the freedom to move around, to...

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Packing List Dublin

26 Reviews Bring a Bag for shopping. They do not give out plastic bags, only paper. These will not hold up after a whole day of walking around. I would bring a cloth bag with handles, so that those souvenirs...

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Books Cork

3 Reviews Take a free map of Cork at the Tourist Information Office. The map includes the locations of the main sights and it is good for orientation purposes, especially when exploring the city on foot. The...

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Books Sligo

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Luggage Dublin

9 Reviews For both luggage and a bag to carry with you around Dublin, do as you would for any other large city. Make sure you keep hold of your things, and for women who carry a purse, sling the shoulder strap...

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Books Dublin

4 Reviews I like to carry my journal with me wherever I go so I can document my experiences. I also like to take along a good guide book, like the DK Travel Guides. Prior to any trip I like to do some...

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A good Map Helps!

by Vintom

Best to pack some kind of wet weather gear, no matter what time of the year you go. Sturdy walking shoes are a must if you want to explore. Can all be bought locally. No problems getting film or batteries. bring lots as there are a great many things worth photographing. Always handy to have some beach gear, Ireland has some of the best beaches in Europe. If you are touring on your own I would recommend a good map of the country. There are many smaller roads that can be used on a scenic drive.

Always take warm clothes!

by Goner

Is there anything better than a suitcase on wheels? Always, always take an umbrella and warm clothes, in September especially. An Irish sweater is made for this weather. Plenty of film for this picturesque country. Take a good pair of hiking shoes or boots, the terrain is rocky and slippery in the Irish mist.

Packing List

by FredMaine

Pack what you think you will need and then leave half of it at home. I fit more than I needed into a small carry on bag. DO bring rain gear! And a small flashlight can come in handy walking through the smaller hamlets at night. And bring an empty carryon bag. You will be returning home with this bag filled with purchases. Save all your receipts as you can be reimbursed for the VAT tax at the airport before you leave Ireland. I don't know anything about the warmer months in Ireland. I've only been there in the cooler 'low season'. If you plan to visit Ireland in the low-season, don't be too concerned about the cold. You won't need a big, warm coat. Just bring 'layers' like a good wool sweater and a light rain/wind breaker. And WOOL socks. You CANNOT get a shave at ANY barber shop in Ireland. Something about liability, in case there is a cut. Make sure to bring our own shaving...

Bring a guide with you !

by knierpieper

If you don't want to miss interesting places on your travels through the beautiful irish landscape bring "The companion guide to Ireland" by Brendan Lehane with you.This book will give you more detailed information about the area you're in than anyother travelguide we've read There are 516 pages (incl index) which will give you nearly all Ireland has to offer !And yes there are some pictures in it ! but not a lot. ISBN 0 00 217336 0

Bring This

by nightin1

My back packRolling suitcase- duffelAn empty bag for STUFF Black Doc MartensComfy sneakers-walking shoesDress shoes?sandles3 Shorts3 JeansPants1 Skirtenough shirts for 13 daysLaundry detergent?RaincoatumbrellaFlashlight Battery BrushtoothbrushTootpasteDeoderantFlossRazorPerfumeMakeupLotionHairspray GelBody SoapShampoo ConditionerBandaidsBaby PowderContacts & cleanerFace WashBody scrubbieMedssafety pin Camera and FILMVideo Camera AND TAPES Bring its caseCharger for the cameraVoltage converterBattery for camera Bathing SuitTowel

Rope comes in mighty handy

by skazamo

I prefer a backpacking bag; it's easy to carry and you can get anything into them. But a lot of people use suitcases; if this is you, I highly recommend one with wheels. light pants(cotton or khaki, no denim), a few good t-shirts, a sweat shirt, and a jacket; layers are a wonderous, yet useful, thing.good walking shoes, with wool socks and sock liners.A poncho (they'll even cover your pack), and a ballcap. duh...the stuff you'll need to brush your teeth, wash your hair, etc... umm...a camera, lots of film, and batteries, can't forget the extra batteries come on, you all should know hmmm....I always recommend bringing a few garabage bags; you never know when your stuff is going to get soaked, and a dryer isn't accessable. I also recommend rope because, hey, it's sooo incrediably useful.

Unpredictable weather

by Conflictrealms

Dont Bring too much luggage, there is probably a good chance that if you take a plane to go Ireland, you'll land at Dublin, then if going to a different county, you'll need to travel on a crowded, old fashioned train. It is very ard travelling around ireland with big luggage. The weather can be very Unpredictable. If travelling in the Summer, bring summer clothes, ie T shirt, shorts, and just a few jumpers and long bottoms. But in winter, it can be very cold and you'll most likely see several inches of snow.

Layers, layers, layers!

by oneonta_ni

Bring clothes that can be layered because you never know what the weather will be like from one minute to the next. An example would be a t-shirt, blouse or shirt, sweater and a rain-proof jacket. Bring at least 2 pairs of shoes so you can leave one pair drying while you wear the other.

Bring Your Raincoat!

by chrissyalex

Pack lightly....especially if you will be traveling around the country and not staying just in one city and are staying at B&B's. I brought a soft travel bag as opposed to a hard suitcase. Definately bring a waterproof jacket with a hood if you will be visiting mostly parks and the countryside. I would advise to pack mostly casual clothes and comfortable shoes. Although bring at least one or two nice outfits and heels for night You can get whatever you need here very easily. Just bring the usual ..although lipbalm may be very helpful as it can get very windy A VT friend suggested to me to bring a panoramic disposable camera and it was an excellent idea! It really captured how dynamic the landscapes are! I went in December which is rainy season and it was quite cloudy, so I used 800 speed film for my regular camera . Maybe this was not necessary, but I would definately not use anything...

Bring Shoes -- I forgot mine!!

by kaloz

I packed all my gear in my panniers, which double as bags. I forgot to bring walking shoes, and had to buy a pair while I was there. Always bring TP (Toilet Paper). You never know when you will need it. And it can be embarassing if you don't have it. Bring lots of film, Ireland is beautiful. People don't think of Ireland as a beach place, but it was hot when I was there, so always be prepared, bring a bathing suit. The toilets in Ireland are a step up (down) from outhouses, so if you have room, pack your own toilet seat. They are pretty nasty.

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A good Map Helps!

Always take warm clothes!

Packing List

Bring a guide with you !

Bring This

Rope comes in mighty handy

Unpredictable weather

Layers, layers, layers!

Bring Your Raincoat!

Bring Shoes -- I forgot mine!!

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