Frequently Asked Questions about Ireland
Is Ireland safe?
Yes, Ireland is very safe. In Dublin there are some areas that shouldn't be walked in alone at night. Other than that there aren't any major concerns. Don't drink too much at the pub though. A lot of people mistake the Republic of Ireland for Northern Ireland which has in the past made headlines for terrorist bombings and shootings. The Republic of Ireland is peaceful.
Yes, Ireland is very safe. In Dublin there are some areas that shouldn't be walked in alone at night. Other than that there aren't any major concerns. Don't drink too much at the pub though. A lot of people mistake the Republic of Ireland for Northern Ireland which has in the past made headlines for terrorist bombings and shootings. The Republic of Ireland is peaceful.
Is it always rainy?
Not always but often. The weather is worst in January and December but it rains throughout the year. Despite being at a high longitude snow is not very common and Dublin is less rainy than much of Ireland. The good news is that all the rain keeps Ireland famously green.
Is it easy to travel to mainland Europe or Britain from Ireland?
Yes travel is easy. No extra visa is needed to travel among EU countries. Ryanair is a low cost airline from Ireland to just about everywhere in Europe. Several ferry lines also connect Britain and Ireland.
Not always but often. The weather is worst in January and December but it rains throughout the year. Despite being at a high longitude snow is not very common and Dublin is less rainy than much of Ireland. The good news is that all the rain keeps Ireland famously green.
Is it easy to travel to mainland Europe or Britain from Ireland?
Yes travel is easy. No extra visa is needed to travel among EU countries. Ryanair is a low cost airline from Ireland to just about everywhere in Europe. Several ferry lines also connect Britain and Ireland.
