10 Sep 2020
Posted by Aisling Bonner 
This year, our holiday options have largely narrowed to places reachable by foot or on wheels. Our island may be small, but 2020 has taught us just why this Emerald Isle attracts millions of tourists annually. With social media inundated with Irish holiday snaps, the list of desirable destinations keeps...
Read more → 10 Sep 2020
Posted by AA Roadwatch 
Written by Cathal Minogue It’s quite easy to head on a very affordable staycation if camping is your thing. Don’t worry if Electric Picnic or All Together Now are your ideas of camping, this is a tad bit different - not as rough and ready, not as loud, and more often than not, a whole lot cleaner. By...
Read more → 12 Aug 2020
Posted by Anna Cullen 
Staycationing just got cooler! From a ringfort in Wexford to a lighthouse in Mayo, AA Roadwatch's Anna Cullen takes you through some of the most unique places to stay in Ireland and hopes that one might, just might, tickle your fancy. Remember that breakdowns can happen on any journey, long or short....
Read more → 05 Aug 2020
Posted by AA Roadwatch 
Written by Niamh O'Reilly Here in Ireland we have no shortage of sandy shores, with over 900 miles of coastline to explore. The Irish climate may not be tropical, but as a nation we are not afraid of throwing on our swimming togs and making the most the gorgeous beaches on offer. The standard is high,...
Read more → 30 Jul 2020
Posted by Anna Cullen 
The bank holiday weekend is finally upon us, and who knows what the weather has in store! What we do know though, is that schedules for Irish Rail, Luas, Bus Éireann, Dublin Bus and Go Ahead are all slightly different this weekend. Whether you need to grab your floppy sun hat or your umbrella as you head...
Read more → 21 Jul 2020
Posted by AA Roadwatch 
Written by Fiona Frawley It’s been an interesting few months for parents and kids alike, but home-school's finally out for the summer! Some of us may have excelled more than others in the parent-come-teacher role but if there’s one thing we’ve collectively learned, it’s that 2020 is the year...
Read more → 10 Jul 2020
Posted by Aisling Bonner 
Back in January, you might have seen future-you on a city break sipping wine in an Italian piazza; but we won’t get into what’s happened since then. As the saying goes, there’s no use crying over spilt Pinot Grigio, and when you start to look a little closer to home you’ll soon see that there...
Read more → 16 Jun 2020
Posted by Anna Cullen 
Although many timetables have returned to normal, public transport today is very different from what it was before. The days of packed buses are gone, with capacity significantly reduced - and you are now required by law to wear a face covering (see details here). Remember that public transport should...
Read more → 05 Jun 2020
Posted by Lauren Beehan 
Phase 2 of Ireland’s reopening after the coronavirus lockdown is in place from Mon 8th to Mon 29th June. While many more people are likely to be on the move in this phase, it’s important to note that some travel restrictions will still be in place. You should stay local and avoid unnecessary journeys...
Read more → 27 Apr 2020
Posted by Lauren Beehan
Measures to prevent the spread of Covid-19 in Ireland have included wide-ranging restrictions on travel within the state. We are now in Phase 1 of the government's roadmap for reopening Ireland. During this time you, should stay within 5km of your home, unless you are making an essential journey....
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