A few things you forgot to mention; many of the rural roads are very narrow; no shoulder and if you veer left you'll hit a hedge or stone wall; also road signs tell you your destination and distance to that destination; if you're trying to find a village named Quinn and you're in Sixmilebridge and the sign says "Ennis 30 km" and you don't know that Quinn is in between where you are and Ennis you're gonna get lost; A good road map of the entire country is essential; I wouldn't trust GPS; however just ask a local Irish person; they will tell you where you're going is simply a "wee stretch of the legs down that way". Even if you get lost you're going to be surrounded by beauty, wonderful people, great food and the best Guinness and spirits on the planet !
As a tourist in Ireland you may spend a lot of time driving on small country roads, these roads are quiet but don't be complacent, you must be prepared for the unexpected. You may meet a herd of cows around the next bend! If you do, don't try to drive through them, pull in, turn your engine off and allow them to walk by.Many roads are very narrow, if you meet another car pull in and allow them to pass, if someone pulls in for you acknowledge them with a smile and a friendly wave, it's the polite thing to do. In country areas a lot of people more or less wave to every car they meet! Enjoy your stay and safe driving.
Thanks for this! I'm heading there in about a week and the thought of driving there has been haunting me! lol. Your video has truly alleviated my fears. Thank you for that!
Good info to know! I am going there in two weeks. I did drive in Australia during a vacation and like you said, it takes a little getting used to. Every morning,when we would leave the motel, I tended to swing into the wrong lane. My American brain was hard wired to measure where I was by looking left, when I needed to look right (at turns, for the dividing line between lanes, etc). The roads Down Under did have a little more space between us and walls and hedges, but like you said, "Insurance!"
Yes the petrol is called Unleaded petrol here. .green..also I would tell tourists to study roundabouts..we have too many here..every 2 seconds you pass one in main areas
There are plenty of motorways in Ireland and they are great roads. They run from Dublin to Galway, Limerick and Cork and there is a new one from Galway to Limerick. You can do 75 mph on the motorways. Construction has started on another from Killarney to Cork but completion will be years away. The best driving advice I can give is to SLOW DOWN. If you don't then you will miss all the good stuff.
+pintosanchez We stayed at The Anchor House on Gardiner Street. Everything was walkable/trainable from there and they had a little parking pad in the back that we could use.
CG, totally normal. Just visualize it ahead of time, take it slow when you first start driving and have confidence. It won't take too long to catch on.
I, too, have been considering a rental for a trip (myself and 11 yr old son) over Spring Break next year and the thought of driving on the left and remembering all these differences is already making me nervous. I was curious about the peddles and stick shift, but that is the same it's just the driver's seat that's different? That'll be interesting, but good to know. It seems like it'd be trying to rub your belly and pat your head at the same time lol I'm more worried about driving in cities like Dublin than btwn, but Dublin will be the last place I go so maybe I'll be more prepared for that. Thinking of training it from Dublin to Kinsale to see a friend and then renting in Cork to drive up to Athlone to see another friend before heading back to Dublin where we'll drop the car. Or should I just rent for the duration? Oy. I don't know why it's stressing me out. Thanks so much for the video!!!
Great sights in Ireland....great food and better people!!! For a couple of other good youtube videos...try IRELAND...THE TRUTH COMES OUT IRELAND...THE TRUTH COMES OUT #2
Please tell a bit more about the car insurance. Did you reserve online before arriving in Ireland? Or did you do it at the airport? I want to make sure I have everything I need before arriving. Once you have all the correct insurance, will they put a $2000 or more refundable charge on your card? I'm hoping not. Thanks and great video.
Kevin, sorry I don’t remember the exact circumstances of our rental since it was so long ago but I’m guessing I just reserved the “standard” insurance online and they probably convinced me to upgrade at the desk. I thought it was worth it but completely up to you. They did not charge a large deposit on my card.
I heard they charge you and basically force you to buy the insurance? When you book its a low price then you get surprised when you get there by a higher price. How much of a deposit did they put on your credit card, and what company did you use?
We rented from AVIS (I'm pretty sure....this was 3 years go). The daily rental price was pretty cheap, something like $35 (USD) per day. I did opt for the Premium Package although I, by no means felt pressured into doing so. My feeling behind it was that it was my first time driving in another country, I had read that the roads could be traitorous and narrow (a few were) and I would rather shell out the money up front than be forced to pay a lot later if the worst were to happen. I don't remember the final total but I remember not being upset about it. In my mind, the additional insurance was well worth it BUT this is completely up to you. Most roads were fine but we didn't want to risk it.
+madcitypat That's what we did. You've got to "rip the bandaid off sometime". There's really not an "Interstate" between the Airport and the City so you'll have to get used to starting, stopping & turning pretty quickly.
Yes I've heard insurance cost quite a lot, would it be better if I purchase insurance when I book the car online, or buy it directly from the rental company ? thank you for the useful info :)
Some rental companies have a discount if you book it online with your reservation. Some US car insurance policies actually work overseas so do your homework but make sure it's insured for the peace of mind
+Mark Artz Hi Mark, to be honest, it was a few years ago so I do not remember the exact price. I remember it being a little more expensive than it was in the US (converting liters to gal)
Good video Danny but it's called Ireland not Aireland and you forgot to mention the fecking moron driver's we have here too, Also why would you think it's OK to drive through a red light ? If you do that here get ready to pay big fines
A few things you forgot to mention; many of the rural roads are very narrow; no shoulder and if you veer left you'll hit a hedge or stone wall; also road signs tell you your destination and distance to that destination; if you're trying to find a village named Quinn and you're in Sixmilebridge and the sign says "Ennis 30 km" and you don't know that Quinn is in between where you are and Ennis you're gonna get lost; A good road map of the entire country is essential; I wouldn't trust GPS; however just ask a local Irish person; they will tell you where you're going is simply a "wee stretch of the legs down that way". Even if you get lost you're going to be surrounded by beauty, wonderful people, great food and the best Guinness and spirits on the planet !
As a tourist in Ireland you may spend a lot of time driving on small country roads, these roads are quiet but don't be complacent, you must be prepared for the unexpected. You may meet a herd of cows around the next bend! If you do, don't try to drive through them, pull in, turn your engine off and allow them to walk by.Many roads are very narrow, if you meet another car pull in and allow them to pass, if someone pulls in for you acknowledge them with a smile and a friendly wave, it's the polite thing to do. In country areas a lot of people more or less wave to every car they meet! Enjoy your stay and safe driving.
Much more informative than the other videos I have watch. Thank you for taking your time to make this video. Cheers
Super helpful! I'd probably use the wrong petrol pump if I hadn't heard you mention the colors were swapped in Ireland. Thank you!
Good safety tip: don't put your notes over your speedometer :)
I use the sun visor to keep notes.
*Ireland Is Same As INDIA*
🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪 *Even their Flag Colour Driving System Cows 🐄🐮 are Same like INDIA* 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳
❤️❤️ *LOVE IRELAND FROM INDIA* ❤️
Sujit Ind yo sujit you could be my cousin 📸👍 I'll post a passport same colour too 😂😂😂📸📸📸☘☘🍻👍. Have a nice day 👍👍👍.
Much love to India from Ireland too ❤🇮🇪🇮🇳🇮🇪🇮🇳❤
Thanks for this! I'm heading there in about a week and the thought of driving there has been haunting me! lol. Your video has truly alleviated my fears. Thank you for that!
Thanks man. This was helpful and encouraging for our planned trip to IE.
I’m going to Ireland for my honeymoon and am so nervous about driving. This helped me feel so much better. Thank you
You make it back from Ireland
Good info to know! I am going there in two weeks. I did drive in Australia during a vacation and like you said, it takes a little getting used to. Every morning,when we would leave the motel, I tended to swing into the wrong lane. My American brain was hard wired to measure where I was by looking left, when I needed to look right (at turns, for the dividing line between lanes, etc). The roads Down Under did have a little more space between us and walls and hedges, but like you said, "Insurance!"
Thanks! great video & tips for prepping - going over end of Sept and will be doing most if not all the driving for 2 weeks. this was very helpful!
Yes the petrol is called Unleaded petrol here. .green..also I would tell tourists to study roundabouts..we have too many here..every 2 seconds you pass one in main areas
This video was so helpful. My wife and I are going next year. Thank you!
There are plenty of motorways in Ireland and they are great roads. They run from Dublin to Galway, Limerick and Cork and there is a new one from Galway to Limerick. You can do 75 mph on the motorways. Construction has started on another from Killarney to Cork but completion will be years away. The best driving advice I can give is to SLOW DOWN. If you don't then you will miss all the good stuff.
Awesome! thank you for the tips!
Thanks for this video - it covered some of my most basic questions/concerns.
Very helpful. Thank you!
Amazing review of tips! Thanks man!
Thank you for sharing the video
awesome vid. thanks! making last minute plans for my stay in DUB tomorrow. haha still don't have lodging hahah
+pintosanchez We stayed at The Anchor House on Gardiner Street. Everything was walkable/trainable from there and they had a little parking pad in the back that we could use.
Thanks
Really helpful thanks!
Thanks! Having some serious anxiety about our upcoming trip.
CG, totally normal. Just visualize it ahead of time, take it slow when you first start driving and have confidence. It won't take too long to catch on.
Thanks for the tips. Do know though that 100 KM = 62 MPH.
thanks for sharing
I've heard that insurance is crazy. I hear it's somewhere between $500-$600 for a week or so.
I, too, have been considering a rental for a trip (myself and 11 yr old son) over Spring Break next year and the thought of driving on the left and remembering all these differences is already making me nervous. I was curious about the peddles and stick shift, but that is the same it's just the driver's seat that's different? That'll be interesting, but good to know. It seems like it'd be trying to rub your belly and pat your head at the same time lol
I'm more worried about driving in cities like Dublin than btwn, but Dublin will be the last place I go so maybe I'll be more prepared for that. Thinking of training it from Dublin to Kinsale to see a friend and then renting in Cork to drive up to Athlone to see another friend before heading back to Dublin where we'll drop the car.
Or should I just rent for the duration? Oy. I don't know why it's stressing me out.
Thanks so much for the video!!!
Great sights in Ireland....great food and better people!!!
For a couple of other good youtube videos...try
IRELAND...THE TRUTH COMES OUT
IRELAND...THE TRUTH COMES OUT #2
By chance watched this video, just to realise that they’re my local roads.
i want a video done be an irish person, i want to hear that accent man!
so basically driving in Ireland is like driving here in Australia same rules and same side of the road
The best advice I can give Americans coming to Ireland is , practice driving on the left a few weeks before you leave America. You're welcome..
and hit a bunch of on-coming cars. jk
I´m going to Ireland in 2 months time, and by the looks of it I will be driving a lot there...So hopefully I wont hit anything or anyone
Please tell a bit more about the car insurance. Did you reserve online before arriving in Ireland? Or did you do it at the airport? I want to make sure I have everything I need before arriving. Once you have all the correct insurance, will they put a $2000 or more refundable charge on your card? I'm hoping not. Thanks and great video.
Kevin, sorry I don’t remember the exact circumstances of our rental since it was so long ago but I’m guessing I just reserved the “standard” insurance online and they probably convinced me to upgrade at the desk. I thought it was worth it but completely up to you. They did not charge a large deposit on my card.
as soon as he said eye er land and gaelway I knew he want native 😂
Why do you have a sheet of paper over the speedo?
I heard they charge you and basically force you to buy the insurance? When you book its a low price then you get surprised when you get there by a higher price. How much of a deposit did they put on your credit card, and what company did you use?
We rented from AVIS (I'm pretty sure....this was 3 years go). The daily rental price was pretty cheap, something like $35 (USD) per day. I did opt for the Premium Package although I, by no means felt pressured into doing so. My feeling behind it was that it was my first time driving in another country, I had read that the roads could be traitorous and narrow (a few were) and I would rather shell out the money up front than be forced to pay a lot later if the worst were to happen. I don't remember the final total but I remember not being upset about it. In my mind, the additional insurance was well worth it BUT this is completely up to you. Most roads were fine but we didn't want to risk it.
I plan to get of the plane in Dublin and drive to City Centre to our Hotel... bad idea if never driven on left???
+madcitypat That's what we did. You've got to "rip the bandaid off sometime". There's really not an "Interstate" between the Airport and the City so you'll have to get used to starting, stopping & turning pretty quickly.
How much was your premium insurance package?
Cobb is in cork!!
What was the piece of paper over your console behind the steering wheel for?
If I recall, it was just notes for the video
Daithi1183 It's for notes 😂😂☘ . Want a pint 🍻 slainté .
Is there a book that I could refer to? For like signs ?
cara-mel Latta www.rsa.ie/en/RSA/Learner-Drivers/Safe-Driving1/Rules-of-the-Road/
nigel Mc Hugh thank you 😊
May I ask which car rental company did you go for? thanx :)
Yes I've heard insurance cost quite a lot, would it be better if I purchase insurance when I book the car online, or buy it directly from the rental company ? thank you for the useful info :)
Some rental companies have a discount if you book it online with your reservation. Some US car insurance policies actually work overseas so do your homework but make sure it's insured for the peace of mind
Thank you so much for the help :)
what was cost of litre or gallon of petrol?
+Mark Artz Hi Mark, to be honest, it was a few years ago so I do not remember the exact price. I remember it being a little more expensive than it was in the US (converting liters to gal)
to answer your question.
first we charge per litre
and at the moment (june 2016)
petrol is around €1.35
diesel is around €1.15
Good video Danny but it's called Ireland not Aireland and you forgot to mention the fecking moron driver's we have here too, Also why would you think it's OK to drive through a red light ? If you do that here get ready to pay big fines
Can pronounce Cobh but not Galway 😑
would have loved to see the road instead of you talking.
thanks anyway