Travel Tips

When using a taxi there are a few things to remember.  Hail one whenever possible as there is generally a pickup charge included in the fare if you order one.  Also, if you are travelling more than 11 km, negotiate a fare before departing.  Otherwise, one finds out the hard way.  It cost 76 Euros (close to $100.00) for a one way trip from the airport to Killiney on arrival.  On the return trip, it was only 45 Euros thanks to making a deal with the cab driver.  Also, be sure to start up a conversation if you can.  Many drivers will give you inside information that you cannot get from any travel guide.  They also offer you great historical and political background from their point of view.  As a general rule, though, mass transit is the cheapest form of travel - especially in County Dublin and the Eastern Coast of Ireland.