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Rick Steves' Ireland 2013 Paperback – December 11, 2012

by Rick Steves (Author), Pat O'Connor (Author)

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You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling in Ireland.

With this guide, you can explore lively Dublin, quaint Kilkenny, and the moss-draped ruins of the Ring of Kerry. Navigate meandering back roads that lead to windswept crags on the dramatic Dingle Peninsula. Explore Ireland's revered past by following St. Patrick's footsteps to the Rock of Cashel. Marvel at Newgrange, the mysterious mound older than the pyramids; then connect with today's Irish culture by grabbing a pint at the local pub, enjoying the fiddle music, and jumping into conversations that buzz with brogue.

Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants. He'll help you plan where to go and what to see, depending on the length of your trip. You'll get up-to-date recommendations on what is worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.

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About the Author

Rick Steves has spent 100 days every year since 1973 exploring Europe. Rick produces a public television series (Rick Steves' Europe), a public radio show (Travel with Rick Steves), and an app and podcast (Rick Steves Audio Europe); writes a bestselling series of guidebooks and a nationally syndicated newspaper column; organizes guided tours that take thousands of travelers to Europe annually; and offers an information-packed website (RickSteves.com). With the help of his hardworking staff of 80 at Europe Through the Back Door—in Edmonds, Washington, just north of Seattle—Rick's mission is to make European travel fun, affordable, and culturally broadening for Americans.

Irish-American Pat O'Connor first journeyed to Ireland in 1981, and was hooked by the history and passion of the feisty Irish culture. Frequent return visits led to his partnership with Rick Steves and his work as a tour guide and coauthor of this book. Pat loves all things Hibernian (except the black pudding) and thrives on the adventures that occur as he annually slogs the bogs in search of new Irish travel discoveries.

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Series: Rick Steves
Paperback: 560 pages
Publisher: Rick Steves; Fol Pap/Ma edition (December 11, 2012)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1612383858
ISBN-13: 978-1612383859
Product Dimensions: 4.5 x 1 x 8 inches
Shipping Weight: 15.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 162 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #941,965 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #43 in Books > Travel > Europe > Great Britain > Northern Ireland
- #345 in Books > Travel > Europe > Ireland > General

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Helpful but, you'll need additional resources

May 22, 2013

Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase

It covers the basics for first-timers, and some good recommendations (I agree that Cliffs of Moher, Dingle, and Bru Na Boinne are fascinating).
But, beware:
The maps are useless, Rick Steves fails to mention that Ireland is a very tricky place to navigate through due to the fact that most places have no street signs, so you don't know where you are at unless you ask someone or memorize the landmarks near you. You will need detailed maps of each city you go to. Furthermore, the freeways have no directional guidelines (Northbound, Southbound, etc.) so make sure you know ahead of time which towns are further ahead in order to follow the posted signs. A compass helps, too.
Also, I'd like to mention that my favorite part of visiting Ireland wasn't even in Rick's book! The Cahir Castle (near Rock of Cashel)!!! A 13th Century castle that you can walk all over and inside - even the towers- to explore raw medieval history, unlike other Ireland castles that are strictly monitored and have the dark corridors roped off.
Lastly, I would like to suggest avoiding the Dublin airport. Check-in and security took a very long time, plus they segregated the US-bound travelers to a small area of the terminal where there was only one place to eat, and it had very limited options. There is very little to see in Dublin, anyway, compared to the rest of the country.

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OK for first-timers, not for seasoned travelers

June 19, 2013

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I was disappointed in this, my first Rick Steves' guidebook. It relies primarily on "itineraries" in a given area, as opposed to covering the country of Ireland as a whole. Entire cities and areas are given short shrift, or overlooked entirely. While the Rick Steves' approach could be very useful for a first-time traveler wishing to see the most popular highlights, it is not, in my opinion, a good resource for the repeat visitor to Ireland or for someone structuring a more personal, off-the-beaten-track approach.

There are, to be sure, a lot of good nuggets of information (the tour buses travel counter-clockwise around the Ring of Kerry, so plan your drive in the other direction), and Rick Steves' trademark, slightly sarcastic tips on avoiding ripoffs and touristy excesses.

In short, if you're looking to plan a trip with minimal effort and brain damage, where you can simply follow proven itineraries, this book could prove to be just your style. If, however, you're seeking broader information on every corner of a given country, there are better choices.

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Roger O. Thornhill

A few gaps shy of perfection

November 27, 2013

Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase

As a long-time Rick Steves follower, I rely on the RS titles heavily. We've used his guides on Great Britain, Spain, and Italy to enrich our travels and each title came through like a champ.

On the whole, this was true for the Ireland guide, too. With it, we found some great pubs, added Kinsale to our itinerary (and loved our dinner at Fishy Fishy), and skipped Blarney Castle. Yet there are a few coverage gaps that keep me from giving it the five I usually award RS guides. Two gaps, in particular, are worth noting.

Rick gives the Beara peninsula an "honorable mention as a distant third choice" (p. 202) to the better-known Dingle and Iveragh peninsulas. Yet Beara is the equal of Dingle in terms of natural beauty and is far less touristy. Even in summer, you can drive Beara all day and pass only a handful of vehicles, giving you ample time and space to explore its sights. We thoroughly enjoyed our two days and one night in Beara and were surprised it is mentioned only in an insert on pp. 202-203.

We also found the chapter on County Clare thin. It mentions nothing of the trio of heritage attractions at Bunratty, Dunguaire, and Knappogue Castles. While medieval banquests and open-air folk parks are aimed squarely at tourists, they attract a great many travelers and are conspicuous by their absence in the guide. We went to Bunratty after reading the Trip Advisor reviews. While the dinner show was great fun, the folk park was a waste of an afternoon. I wish Rick had told me so.

There are other gaps besides these (e.g., Ashford Castle gets a mention but Dromoland Castle does not even though both are considered two of the best heritage accommodations in all of Ireland). Still and all, the title was a fantastic aid for our family on our holiday in the Emerald Isle.

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Good, definitely not perfect

April 1, 2013

Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase

I bought this guide to plan my 2-week trip to Ireland. While it had some good tips about landmarks and historic sites, and some very helpful info about navigating the Ring of Kerry, I was very disappointed in the B&Bs he recommended. I stayed at several of his top picks, and none had the amenities he listed (Wi-Fi, etc.). I didn't have very good luck with the restaurants he recommended either. About half of the museums/visitor's centers he listed are actually closed through most of the off-season, opening in April and closing in September. Luckily I found out before I got there. All in all, the guide was handy to have, even though the maps in the book are specialized, small, and definitely not intended to be navigated from. I would not recommend using it as your sole resource for trip planning, but it makes a good accessory.

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A Must-By for anyone traveling to Ireland

June 4, 2014

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I subscribe to the Rick Steves "method of traveling" - living like you're a "temporary local". I hate tours, staying in big-box chain hotels, sticking to the tourist "zone", and spending more money than I have to. I love "getting lost", meeting locals, eating at regular restaurants, getting off the beaten path, and staying at small hotels with more personalized service (as well as a lower price). I used this guide for a 2-week spring through Ireland via car and found it extremely helpful, as are all his books. I bought the paper book for my mom who was going with us, and I downloaded the book to my iPad/iphone.

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