Ireland for Christmas? Advice You NEED Before Booking Your Flights

While there is no bad time to visit Ireland, traveling over the Christmas holiday does require more planning than other times. Everything from accommodations and restaurants - even airports!- close for the holiday. Tips to help you if you plan to visit Ireland over Christmas. Episode highlights: - Dublin Airport is closed on Christmas Day; only Shannon Airport has historically stayed open. - Rental car locations close early on December 24, are not open on December 25, and may operate limited hours on December 26. - Most public transport shuts down or runs on limited schedules from December 24–26. - Hotels charge a premium over Christmas, and many B&Bs close for the holiday. - Self-catering? Stock up before Christmas Eve—shops and restaurants will be closed. - Christmas markets wrap up before the 25th, often by mid-December. - Fee based attractions are closed on Christmas and may operate limited hours during the holiday week. Full show notes are available at: https://irelandfamilyvacations.com/ireland-christmas-travel-advice/ireland-travel-tips/