Ireland is an exquisite island that does not only offer scenic natural beauty but is also rich in literature and history. Although any place in Europe is expensive comparatively, with the proper research and knowledge, you can enjoy a memorable, economic vacation. Ireland offers a variety of discounts and deals all year round to make travelling and vacation there a reality for those who yearn to visit it.
The first thing that you can save at is naturally the air-fare on which with the right research, you can get a good bargain. Furthermore, it would naturally be more expensive to live in a known city such as Dublin (also the most expensive in Ireland) as compared to ? which is not much known and hence, less expensive. Hotels offer cheap packages especially during the vacations. You must be aware of exactly what you want out of the vacation and the kind of place you want to live in so that you know your option. Some might want to enjoy the coastal areas while others want to be treated by the serene countryside. Motels can be expensive so B&B will provide with monetary respite. Checking out travel websites on Ireland for cheap accommodations at your preferred surroundings could prove to be very helpful. Although checking out general travel sites is helpful, do check Ireland specific travel sites as well e.g. discoverireland.com that contains information on the latest events or offers. In case you want to visit or stay in Dublin while you have a tight budget, it is advisable to go for a tour package deal which will overall cost almost 60% less compared to spending separately on hotel, air fare, etc.
The ease of motor coach tours is now doubled with a 5% discount on it, making it more pleasurable to enjoy Ireland while someone else is driving. These tours include meals as well! Moreover, if you are interested in visiting historic sites, you can save up a lot on the entering tickets of government-owned sites by buying a Heritage Card. There are even some museums and old, beautiful churches that have free entry. Dublin is a small city so you can save up on rental cars by walking through it. It would be very helpful if you have knowledge of your discount status, for instance, senior citizens have railway discounts and children under a certain age are accommodated in hotels free of charge. In case of students, the discount could be as much as 60%.
Tips and comments:
Ireland is such a diversified country and there is an abundance of activities to do. Therefore, before planning a holiday, you must know exactly what activities you are interested in, lest you fall into the trap of doing everything and exceeding your budget. Even food can be pretty expensive in Ireland. Meal deals at big super-markets and stalls will assist you in saving a considerable amount of money. Make sure you bring your student ID if you are a student. Otherwise you won’t be able to benefit from student discounts. Plan your vacation at a time when Ireland is not so busy to get cheap deals. Also, the earlier you book, the cheaper it is. With these priceless tips in mind, you are sure to have a great time in Ireland without exceeding your budget.
