Planning a solo journey to a international nation is usually a daunting job. Notably, if it’s your first worldwide journey alone. There are often a number of ideas that play by our minds earlier than leaping on the airplane. We query our security, the language, transport, the individuals and naturally issues to do. Fortunately, solo journey in Eire isn’t solely completely secure, however it’s also one epic journey.
This visitor put up is written by Laura Barton, an Irish content material creator who’s enthusiastic about journey, the good outdoor, and discovering new cultures. Being based mostly in Dublin, Laura positive is aware of what she’s speaking about! (And need to learn extra on touring solo in different cities and international locations? Learn my posts right here!)
Why You Ought to Go on a Solo Journey to Eire
I wished to kick begin this put up with 10 explanation why you need to e book a solo journey to Eire. As native, I hope to carry to you some insider ideas that can assist your first go to to Eire be additional particular.
1. The locals are pleasant.
In Eire, you’ll meet among the most welcoming individuals on this planet. The Irish are recognized for his or her laid-back angle, pleasant encounters, and willingness to assist others. It’s necessary to notice that they are often extraordinarily sarcastic, however need nothing greater than to “have fun” and to create enjoyable reminiscences.
If you end up in want of assist in your journey to Eire, don’t be afraid to show to an area. They’d be very happy to level you in the fitting course. Simply ready to cease for some time as a result of the Irish are a chatty bunch.
2. There are many different vacationers.
Eire is a well-liked vacation spot to many. Because of this you’re certain to stumble upon fellow solo vacationers as you benefit from the stunning surroundings of the Emerald Isle. Individuals journey from everywhere in the world to catch a glimpse of the enduring Cliffs of Moher. Or, have a sip of Guinness in a standard Irish pub as they swap journey tales from across the globe.
Regardless of the place you find yourself on the island, you’re positive to make reminiscences that can final a lifetime.
3. Public transport in Eire is straightforward to make use of.
Top-of-the-line issues about Eire is the nation’s dimension. It’s doable to get from one finish of the nation to the opposite in below 6 hours. Eire additionally has a improbable community of trains, buses, and boats (sure boats, you’d be stunned how usually you might use them).
The Leap Card has pay as you go a tap-on tap-off system that can be utilized on bus providers in most cities and a few main cities. It’s a good way to preload your transport funds onto a card earlier than touring.
4. There are inexpensive day journeys, particularly from Dublin.
The one downside with Eire’s public transport is it typically solely runs between cities and main cities. Subsequently, these in search of a extra “distant” really feel to their journey should look elsewhere. The excellent news is Eire typically has some fairly inexpensive day journey choices.
All it means is that you could nonetheless go to some bucket checklist locations comparable to Glendalough, the Giants Causeway or the Cliffs of Moher with out having to depend on public transport. Day journeys from Dublin are the most well-liked amongst vacationers adopted by these from Galway, Cork, and Belfast. Day journeys are additionally a fantastic alternative for solo vacationers because it gives them with the chance to make mates as they journey across the nation.
5. There are some straightforward meals choices for these on a funds.
There isn’t a denying it, Eire is an especially costly nation, particularly when planning to spend a number of days exploring it. Nonetheless, there are a number of methods to maintain the price down.
As an alternative of consuming heavy restaurant meals every day, contemplate shopping for from native “chippers” aka fish and chip outlets or meals vehicles. Meals vehicles have gotten somewhat well-liked in the previous few years and are typically fairly inexpensive. In addition they don’t at all times must be unhealthy.
In the event you plan to remain in hostels most can have a communal kitchen the place you possibly can prepare dinner your personal meals lowering your value considerably.
6. English is the principle language…nicely, type of!
Once you arrive in Eire you’ll discover there are two languages in every single place, English and Irish. English, nevertheless, is essentially the most extensively spoken language on the island.
Irish continues to be used all through the nation on highway indicators, on public transport, and simply usually. Don’t fear although, English is the principle spoken language so you’ll have no downside speaking. (As an Irish particular person it’s good to see our language nonetheless getting used and I like it when vacationers discover it.)
7. There are many hostels.
Staying in hostels might be essentially the most cost-effective method to solo journey. It’s additionally a good way to make new mates who’re additionally backpacking Eire alone. Fortunately, Eire has hostels everywhere in the nation, even in among the extra distant areas that you could be not count on to see them.
8. The nation isn’t so large.
The nation’s dimension is one other nice motive to prepare solo journey to Eire as you’ll greater than doubtless repeatedly stumble upon the identical individuals time and time once more. Most vacationers base themselves alongside Eire’s Wild Atlantic Approach route or in Dublin.
Subsequently, don’t be stunned if you happen to stumble upon a well-known face or two whereas on the highway. You by no means know they might turn out to be lifelong mates.
9. Eire is secure to solo journey.
Eire is a comparatively secure place to journey round. The individuals are pleasant and would look out for anybody who appears to be like like they might be in hassle. Nonetheless, with that being mentioned, like in all international locations, it’s necessary to have your wits about you when touring alone.
Eire has considerably of a ingesting tradition, particularly when vacationers come over, as ingesting within the pubs is ranked one of many prime issues to do in Eire. And whereas an evening in town is at all times a very good little bit of “craic” (aka enjoyable), it is very important drink solely a accountable quantity much more so if you end up touring solo (listed here are some solo journey security ideas!).
10. Eire is gorgeous!
So, quantity 10 on the checklist for causes to solo journey in Eire is nicely, as a result of it’s stunning. So, technically this level could be on any Eire journey checklist but it surely’s nonetheless an necessary one to make.
Eire’s surroundings is certain to take your breath away with each nook you flip. Whether or not you propose to spend your time in Eire alongside the Wild Atlantic Approach, or uncover Eire’s Hidden Hearthlands, or perhaps even exploring the Historic East, one factor is for sure: you’ll fall in love with the nation’s awe-inspiring magnificence.
That’s a promise!
Questions You Could Have Earlier than Your Solo Journey to Eire
Now that we have now established the highest explanation why you need to e book a solo journey to Eire, I wished to deal with some questions you could have previous to reserving your journey.
What ought to I pack for my solo journey to Eire?
Packing for Eire isn’t a simple job, which is why it is very important have a stable Eire packing checklist earlier than jetting off in your journey. If I needed to decide 5 issues it’s essential to carry on a visit to Eire, I’d say:
- A water-resistant jacket
- Comfy strolling footwear
- Gymnasium/leisure clothes (most actions are outdoor)
- A journey adapter
- Moveable charger
When is the most effective time to solo journey to Eire?
The Irish climate is usually a little bit of an fascinating topic, as a result of, nicely nobody has fairly discovered the way it works. I can nevertheless advise you on the most effective instances to go to based mostly on the “typical” climate developments however take the following tips with a pinch of salt as a result of the Irish climate does what it needs, irrespective of the season.
Usually talking, June is the month with essentially the most solar. After all, this may change from yr to yr however I solely keep in mind as soon as when Eire didn’t have at the very least one week of sunshine in June.
September is a superb month to go to as a result of all the youngsters have returned to highschool and the vacationer sights are far much less busy. The climate continues to be pretty first rate for Irish requirements and there’s a good breeze to maintain you cool within the night instances.
I like Eire within the winter months, notably when the streets are crammed with Christmas lights and everyone seems to be strolling round with the most important smiles upon their faces. There may be simply one thing particular about Eire in the course of the holidays.
What are the most effective issues to do in Eire as a solo traveler?
Eire is house to among the most stunning surroundings on this planet and there are millions of guidebooks on the highest issues to see and do. As an area, I wished to share with you a few of my favourite spots across the nation which might be rather less visited.
Discover the Aran Islands
It is a group of islands positioned off the coast of Galway. Considered one of my favourite issues to do in Eire is spending the day on a motorbike exploring any three of the islands.
Bikes could be rented from 13 euros per particular person, permitting you to discover all of which the Islands have to supply, from hovering cliffs, a hidden wormhole, or a shipwreck made well-known by well-liked Irish TV present Father Ted.
Experience the Cable Automotive on Dursey Island
Step aboard Eire’s solely cable automobile (in case you are courageous sufficient) and dangle alongside the Wild Atlantic Approach. The Cable Automotive results in Dursey Island in West Cork. It’s a well-liked vacation spot for many who have a way of journey and like to discover.
See the Cliffs in Slieve League
The Cliffs of Moher are essentially the most well-known cliffs in Eire however what many individuals don’t notice is the nation is house to a number of extra cliffs which might be simply as magnificent. One favourite is the Slieve League in County Donegal. It’s doable to benefit from the day exploring the gorgeous surroundings of Slieve League with solely a fraction of the individuals current on the Cliffs of Moher.
These are just a few issues in retailer for you if you go to my nation. A solo journey to Eire is certainly one thing you’ll keep in mind!
