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Citizens of the European Union, the European Economic Area (Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein) and Switzerland can enter Ireland without a visa. Citizens of a further 56 countries, including many in the Americas, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and more are also visa-exempt. A short-stay visa waiver programme allows visitors of certain nationalities to enter Ireland visa-free …

Influenced by the Gulf Stream, Ireland has a mild climate that allows you to experience the stunning landscapes nearly all year long: with 15 to 20 degrees in the summer, around 10 degrees in spring and autumn, and 4 to 8 degrees in winter. Keep in mind, however, that most events take place during …

The region around River Shannon and the Lakelands can best be reached via Shannon Airport, Ireland West Airport Knock, and Kerry Airport while airports more far away can also be favourable. Try to match your plans and means of travel with the chosen (or possible) airport, and keep in mind that you can easily …

The region around River Shannon and the Lakelands can be travelled by bus and railway services, and all the information – times, prices and purchases – can be checked online. Bus Éireann www.buseireann.ie Iarnród Éireann / Irish …

Taxis and Hackney Cabs are available throughout the region, and taxis can be hailed down in the street while Hackney Cabs must be booked from offices – the costs are then measured by distance, as every taxi is equipped with a metre. Every hotel will provide you with information and phone numbers for services …

Pharmacies can be found acrossthe whole region in nearly every town, and they are usually marked by a brand logo. Keep in mind, that opening hours can significantly vary but most of the venues are at least open Mon-Fri 8am-6pm and Sat …

EU Citizens are entitled to free hospital treatment in a public ward but they should obtain a European Health Insurance Card prior travels. For Visitors from non-EU countries, private medical insurance is highly …

Offices of Ireland’s national postal service are generally open Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm and Sat 9am-1pm, and they offer every service in need. In larger towns, opening hours on Saturdays may be …

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If you intend to rent a car, make sure to familiarise yourself with the Irish road rule, and with speed limits in particular: 120 km/h on motorways, 100 km/h on national roads, 80 km/h on regional and local roads, and 50 km/h in a built-up …