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Dublin is one of the most lively and entertaining cities in Europe, but it also offers a great base from which to explore Ireland as a whole. If you’re interested in discovering the country that exists beyond the capital city, then hiring a car is likely to be central to your plans.
Unlike some other European countries, Ireland doesn’t boast the best public transport network. That’s because large parts of the country still have a rural flavour. As a result, you’ll find that you’ll probably need to drive if you want to get around. Fortunately, this is unlikely to prove a problem.
The great thing about driving is that you can take things at your own pace. You’re not restricted in the way that you might be if you were forced to use a train or a bus. You can stop off at sites that you find particularly interesting. You’ll be able to see far more of Ireland if you travel this way.
There are a number of car hire companies operating throughout the country, but you’ll find that few can compete with Hertz rentals. You may well have already heard of Hertz. They’re a big international company, operating in numerous destinations throughout the world. Despite the size of their business, they are still able to offer a high quality service on a local scale.
You’ll find that you won’t be dealing with a faceless organisation. Instead, you’ll know that you have the reliability of a large business, together with the local knowledge that can be so useful when you’re visiting a new location. They’ll be able to suggest the best routes through the streets of Dublin and beyond!
If you’re interested in making a car hire booking then you can quickly get a quote using the efficient Hertz online booking service. Choose the car that meets your needs, enter the dates that you’ll be visiting and where you’d like to collect the vehicle. You’ll immediately be given a competitive quote and you’ll be able to book online.
They have a number of offices located in Dublin, allowing you to collect your hire car at the airport or in one of their city centre locations. Many people clearly love to have this flexibility. It means that you can have a car for the whole of your trip, or just for a few days.
Hertz vehicles come in all shapes and sizes but one thing that they all share in common is that they offer a comfortable ride. The advantage of booking using such a large car hire company is that help is always at hand. You’ll be given an emergency telephone number, allowing you to quickly contact Hertz from any location in Ireland. This removes many of the worries that are associated with other rentals companies.
The Hertz service is all about providing you with value for money. You’ll be getting a quality car and a range of options. Best of all, you’ll find that you don’t need to pay over the odds. There’s no point paying more money for a level of service that simply can’t compare.
Safe in the knowledge that you’ve secured a fantastic car hire deal, there’s no doubt that you’ll be able to relax and have a more enjoyable holiday. Take a look at what Ireland has to offer. You’ll find that this is a country that has wonderful scenery, friendly people and beautiful contrasts. It would be a shame to miss out!
If you are planning on visiting Dublin at peak times then it makes sense to book ahead. Fortunately, Hertz will do their utmost to ensure that they can help with your car hire requirements. Take advantage of their fantastic online deals to ensure that you have the car hire deal that you deserve. Why settle for anything less than the very best?
June 16th, 2010
Planning permission has been granted for the first phase of the terminal expansion at Ireland West Airport Knock. The airport expansion is due to be completed by the end of the year.
Currently, Ireland West Airport Knock can carry 500,000 passengers a year. When the new developments are completed, this should rise to 800,000.
The terminal expansion will include a new security screening area, an expanded check-in hall, additional departures capacity and enhancements to the baggage sorting facility.
There is also a second extension planned for 2009-2010, which will provide additional arrivals capacity and further develop the departures areas.
April 9th, 2008
An Aide de Service – a specially designed service stop for motorhomes – has been launched at Askeaton in County Limerick.
Previously practically unheard of in Ireland, Aide de Services are common throughout the UK and the rest of Europe. According to current Aide de Service sites, they can bring in the benefits of tourist activity, such as increased business for local shops and restaurants.
The first official Aire de Service in Askeaton forms part of the Askeaton Pool and Leisure Centre Development and is close to the Tourist Information Point at Askeaton Civic Trust House.
Many tourists enjoy driving holidays in Ireland, touring the country in their motorhomes. Research has shown they tend to stay longer in the country, spend more money and travel to more rural locations.
An Aide de Service post will include some or all of the following: a fresh water fill point, waste water emptying point, chemical toilet emptying point, rubbish disposal facility and in some cases, even an electrical hook-up. Those using the service say it is an excellent way to meet fellow motorhome owners.
April 9th, 2008
There is a vast network of buses, rails and taxis available in the city; all you have to do is to call the operator to find out about the nearest pickup location or station. You can either log on for more details to
http://www.dublinevents.com/dublin-car-hire.php
An easy and energetic approach for traveling the city is bicycle. However luxury transport is also available for your comfort; the car rentals offer the best cars catering to your needs, style and comfort at reasonable rates. Besides these car rental services, there are also taxi stands available almost in every part of the city.
Then there is a Dublin Luas Tram system as well which connects to all other parts of Dublin with the city center. It is convenient and comfortable because it gives access to all the stops. Using the bus service or the rail is a good idea if you want to get the real feel of the city life in Dublin.
•Dublin Rail service
The rail service provided by the State transport company is a regular service. It is available at Leisure fares, Commuter travel fares and UK and European rail fares. In addition to this is DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transport) which provides fast service in the coastal areas and the city center is also available.
•Dublin Bus service
It provides its service throughout the week from 6 in the morning to 11 at night. The late night service from midnight to 4 in the morning is only provided on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. There are also specific site-seeing buses for tourists’ ease.
•Dublin Water ways
Since Dublin has two ports for tourists. Therefore, a ferry is a good attraction as well for them.
Once you are in Dublin it will not take you time to get you proper means of transport. However if you would rather plan well and prefer avoiding any last minute hassle of being stranded then just log on to
http://www.dublinevents.com/dublin-car-hire.php.
December 22nd, 2006
In Dublin there are various means of transport. Even today you can travel by using water means. There is a vast network of buses, rails and taxis available in the city; all you have to do is to call the operator to find out about the nearest pickup location or station. You can either log on for more details to
http://www.dublinevents.com/dublin-car-hire.php
An easy and energetic approach for traveling the city is bicycle. However luxury transport is also available for your comfort; the car rentals offer the best cars catering to your needs, style and comfort at reasonable rates. Besides these car rental services, there are also taxi stands available almost in every part of the city.
Then there is a Dublin Luas Tram system as well which connects to all other parts of Dublin with the city center. It is convenient and comfortable because it gives access to all the stops. Using the bus service or the rail is a good idea if you want to get the real feel of the city life in Dublin.
• Dublin Rail service
The rail service provided by the State transport company is a regular service. It is available at Leisure fares, Commuter travel fares and UK and European rail fares. In addition to this is DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transport) which provides fast service in the coastal areas and the city center is also available.
• Dublin Bus service
It provides its service throughout the week from 6 in the morning to 11 at night. The late night service from midnight to 4 in the morning is only provided on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. There are also specific site-seeing buses for tourists’ ease.
• Dublin Water ways
Since Dublin has two ports for tourists. Therefore, a ferry is a good attraction as well for them.
Once you are in Dublin it will not take you time to get you proper means of transport. However if you would rather plan well and prefer avoiding any last minute hassle of being stranded then just log on to
http://www.dublinevents.com/dublin-car-hire.php
You can even book a car online or become familiar with all the locations where you are likely to find transport.
December 7th, 2006
People in Ireland drive on the left-hand side of the roads so for tourists used to driving on the right-hand side, there’s a bit of a learning curve involved before they will feel comfortable driving around in the cities here. The speed limits here are described in kilometres per hour. On the motorway, you shouldn’t go faster than 120km/h while in towns and cities, the speed limit is 50km/h.
In larger cities, traffic can become painfully slow during rush-hour. It can be a bit hard finding suitable parking space in the larger cities. In Dublin, if you manage to park your car in a no-parking zone or you don’t come back before the time on the parking metre expires, your car will be subjected to wheel clamping. It costs about 80 Euros to release your clamped car so you will want to be careful to avoid getting into this mess.
November 22nd, 2006
When you visit Ireland and land at Dublin Airport, you must have to have some car rental arrangements in advance. If you didn’t plan well in advance and forgot to make necessary arrangements with a car rental service there is still no need to panic. Tourism in Dublin is consumer-friendly. In no way will you feel being trapped in the whirl of Ireland. The car rental services have been made quite convenient than ever before.
At the airport, there is a wide range of car rental services available. Then there is also a taxi stand available providing its instant services in case if you don’t find an appropriate car rental service. These taxis or rental car services are available almost everywhere in the city. Taxi can also be called through telephones. Most car rentals come up with some extra features like more seats or baby seat in the car to ensure your comfort. You can get more information about nearby car hire offices in Ireland by browsing our section for Car Hire in Ireland.
July 30th, 2006
