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EPISODE · Jul 1, 2025 · 13 MIN

Ireland for Christmas? Advice You NEED Before Booking Your Flights

from Traveling in Ireland · host Ireland Family Vacations

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/

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