Packing for Ireland

  • Please pack ONE checked suitcase for this trip so that we can accommodate luggage and passengers on our chauffeured sprinter van.

    Daytime:

    Evening:

    • Dressy pants or long skirts or dresses and a dressy pair of shoes for nicer dinners

    • Pashmina or cashmere wrap for chilly evenings

    • Casual clothes for less formal dinners

    • All hotels will have shampoo, conditioner, and lotion, but if you prefer to bring your own, please remember that if they are in your carry-on luggage, they need to be in 3.4oz/100ml containers inside a 1-quart size clear bag. Exemptions include liquid medications. Read here for more details.

    • Remember to bring enough prescription medications and/or vitamins to last for the entirety of your trip. I like this color-coded pill box.

    • Pack ear plugs, an eye mask, and a neck pillow in your carry-on for the plane. I also recommend a cozy pair of socks if you aren’t wearing any already to keep your feet warm and comfortable.

    • Melatonin or Good Day sleep chocolates can be helpful for sleeping on the plane and after arrival.

    • No-Jet-Lag Tablets can help mitigate the effects of jet-lag.

    • Good Day energy chocolates and peppermint essential oil can help you stay awake after you land.

  • Ireland has a very moderate climate. The best time to travel is the shoulder season when it’s not too crowded and not too cold. The average daytime temperatures in Ireland in the first two weeks of October are around 57-59 degrees and around 47-49 degrees at night. However, if it’s sunny, it can feel much warmer, so wear layers that you can remove as the day warms up. There is not a huge difference in rainfall throughout the year so it is best to always be prepared. A lightweight, comfortable raincoat with a hood is a must.