How to Travel to Ireland From Canada
Ireland is a fabulous country with a rich history and culture. Its cities are inviting and its people are unusually friendly. Because of Canada and Ireland's shared values and interests, Canadian-Irish relations are close and travel between countries is simple. Read on to learn what you need to know about visiting Ireland from Canada.
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Make sure all of your travel documents are in order. Canadian citizens are required to present a valid passport when entering Ireland. Travel visas are not required for visitors staying in Ireland for three months or less.
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Book your flight from Canada to Ireland. Consider flying on Ireland's flagship carrier, Aer Lingus, which operates regular flights from Canada to Ireland and is rated above much of the competition when it comes to customer comfort, service and satisfaction.
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Find lodging in Ireland. If you're visiting a city like Dublin you'll have no shortage of hotels, bed and breakfasts and hostels from which to choose. Hotels are a good bet for those looking for standard North American amenities, and hostels make a great choice for those on a budget or who don't mind roughing it a little. If you're visiting a more rural part of Ireland you will have fewer choices, but you'll be sure to find a comfortable inn or bed and breakfast that suits you.
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Decide what attractions you'll visit while in Ireland. There's enough to see and do to keep you busy for months. No matter how long your visit to Ireland is, you can't go home without seeing Dublin, the Republic of Ireland's capital city. If you have time left after seeing all Dublin has to offer, consider visiting a few of Ireland's other cities and tour the beautiful Irish countryside.
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Register with the Canadian embassy in Dublin. Registering with the Canadian embassy makes it easier for your embassy to contact you in the case of an emergency.
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Tips & Warnings
If you're going to be spending some time in Dublin and want to see the sights, pick up a Dublin Pass. Available for a low, flat rate, the pass grants you free admission to more than 30 of Dublin's most popular attractions.
Watch out for pickpockets and purse-snatchers in Dublin. Although Ireland has a low rate of violent crime, petty crime such as theft does occur in cities such as Dublin. Be sure to keep your purse or wallet close to you at all times.
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