You're Going to Ireland! (I bet you have questions)
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Created for the Webster City Chamber as an aid for their upcoming Chamber sponsored tour of Ireland
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You're Going to Ireland!
( I bet you have questions )
Created for Webster City Chamber; Ireland Chamber Trip, March 2014
My Ireland Experiences
• Traveling solo and with my family, I have been visiting Ireland
for over a decade.
• Our travels have taken place at all times of the year – including March.
• Experience with guided tours and self-catering cottage stays
• An honest opinion and answers to your
questions – ask me anything!
Created for Webster City Chamber; Ireland Chamber Trip, March 2014
What Should I Pack?(and what can I leave at home?)
• Let’s talk about layers
• Water resistant jacket that you can
put a sweater under
• Comfortable walking shoes –
preferably water resistant
• Warm hat and gloves
• An outfit for a nice evening out
Created for Webster City Chamber; Ireland Chamber Trip, March 2014
How Much Money Should I Take?
Not as much as you think…
A couple hundred euros, at most. • Order these from your bank at least 3 weeks in advance
• Request small bills; nothing larger than a 20 Euro bill
• Resist the urge to get Travelers Checks- you will have a difficult time cashing them
Use your debit or credit cards• Notify your bank before your trip!
• Get your purchases in Euros- not dollars- for the best exchange rate
Created for Webster City Chamber; Ireland Chamber Trip, March 2014
Tips to Beat Jet Lag
• Sleep well before you go
• Drink lots of water
• If you can’t sleep on the flight, at least
relax
• When you arrive in Dublin, stop at a
restroom for a mini morning routine
• Get active
Created for Webster City Chamber; Ireland Chamber Trip, March 2014
Irish Food
Created for Webster City Chamber; Ireland Chamber Trip, March 2014
Smart Souvenir Shopping
Buy locally made good when possible
Splurge on yourself!
Purchase memories – like the CD of the musician
You heard in the pub
Take advantage of the VAT
Created for Webster City Chamber; Ireland Chamber Trip, March 2014
A Couple Irish Words to Know
Craic (crack)
Fun and entertainment with lively conversation
“Where’s the craic?”
Sláinte (slawn-cha)
Literally means health. Often used as a
toast, much like ‘cheers’.
Created for Webster City Chamber; Ireland Chamber Trip, March 2014
Now… Let’s Talk About Ireland
What would you like to know?
Jody Halsted
IrelandFamilyTravel.com
Twitter @irelandfamtrvl
Created for Webster City Chamber; Ireland Chamber Trip, March 2014
