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Ask Ireland

Mostly directed at people who wish to invest or source suppliers in Ireland. However, there are also sections on employment, travel, living, culture and politics. If you can't find what you need, you can send an email. Useful as a source of links.

http://www.ask-ireland.com/ [EN]

Central Statistics Office Ireland

Responsible for compiling Ireland’s official statistics, from average weekly wages to population. There is also a student section, useful if you are doing a school project.

http://www.cso.ie/ [EN][GA]

General Info about Ireland

Section of HostelIreland, giving a quick insight into various aspect of Ireland including currency, language, opening hours, taxes, telephones and more.

http://www.hostelireland.com/english/countryinfo/general.php [EN]

Go Ireland

Find information on Irish heritage and places to visit. This site has a list of tourist centres and information about Irish geography, climate, currency, banking and useful numbers. Select a county and then scroll down to find out all about it.

http://www.goireland.com/attractions-activities.htm [EN][FR]

Information on the Irish State

This site will help you to find government organisations or information by providing links, lists of recent publications and a search engine that searches all government sites. There is also general information about Ireland.

http://www.gov.ie [EN][GA]

Discover Ireland

Offers comprehensive information on travel and accommodation in Ireland. The site also contains some information on Irish culture and possible areas of interest for tourists. The information offered about accommodation and travel is useful to any potential visitor.

http://www.discoverireland.ie/Home.aspx [EN]

Environment, Heritage and Local Government

Provides links to local government websites. Explains how local government works in Ireland and the main policies.

http://www.environ.ie/en/LocalGovernment/ [EN]

Citizens Information-Moving to Ireland

Provides information on the many tasks that face you before you arrive in Ireland and begin to settle down. Information includes finding work, education, accommodation and the political system in Ireland.

http://www.citizensinformation.ie/categories/moving-country/moving-to-irela [EN][GA]

National Tour

A quick insight into Ireland and what the country can offer you. Information includes tips when move to Ireland, accommodation options, Irish culture, the healthcare system, etc.

http://globalgateway.monster.ie/nationaltour.asp [EN]

Citizens Information

An excellent source of public service information, covering social welfare, your rights, health, relationships, transportation and more. Simple language, up-to-date information and useful links.

http://www.citizensinformation.ie/categories [EN][FR][GA][PL][RO]

Monster Working & living in Ireland

Get advice about working and living to Ireland. A quick insight into many issues to consider before you come.

http://working.monster.ie [EN]

EuropeanIrish

This website provide news, events and information to 1/4 million Irish people living in Continental Europe and to many Europeans with a vast interest in Irish Music, Irish Dancing, Irish Sport, Irish Culture, Irish Literature and Irish Social Activities.

http://www.europeanirish.com/index.php [EN]

Tourist Accommodation: Celtic Budget Hostel

A network of quality hostels in Ireland that specialise in accommodating youth, student and low budget groups visiting Ireland. All hostels are situated in Dublin, Cork, Kerry and Newgrange or the UK.

http://www.celtic-accommodation.ie [EN]

Tourist Accommodation: Go Ireland

Over 5,000 accommodation options to choose from, with prices updated daily and a completely secure online booking system. Another feature is recommendations on what to do and where to go in Ireland, from beaches to nighttime entertainment.

http://www.goireland.com/accommodation/Ireland_Accommodation.htm [EN]

Tourist Accommodation: Gulliver Ireland

Choose from over 8,000 options. Select by location, premises, the number of people in your group and your travel dates.

http://www.gulliver.ie [EN]

Tourist Accommodation: Independent Holiday Hostels of Ireland

Online, confirmed bookings for hostels, budget accommodation centres and package tours, as well as comprehensive information such as city and country guides. You can read descriptions and reviews of Ireland’s hostels and view them on a map of the country.

http://www.hostels-ireland.com [EN]

Tourist Accommodation: Discoverireland

Wide range of accommodation to suite all tastes and needs. You can narrow your search by location, whether you are travelling on your own or with a group and special needs you have.

http://www.discoverireland.ie/where-to-stay.aspx [EN]

Tourist Accommodation: An Óige Irish Youth Hostel Association

YHA Ireland consisting of 26 youth hostels located throughout Ireland.It provides inexpensive, good quality accommodation for individuals, groups and families.

http://www.anoige.ie/home [EN][FR][DE][GA][IT][ES]

Tourist Accommodation: Kinlay House

These city centre hostels offer accommodation in Dublin, Cork and Galway. The Dublin and Galway hostels have wheelchair access.

http://www.kinlayhouse.ie/ [EN]

Tourist Accommodation: Town and Country

An accommodation search engine helps you find a place to stay anywhere in Ireland. You can also find some useful links with information on car hire, festivals, tourist boards and travelling around Ireland. Guidelines are available in other languages.

http://www.townandcountry.ie [EN]

Long-term Accommodation: Daft.ie

Advertise or search for accommodation throughout Ireland. You can search by buying, renting or sharing, and then narrow your search by location, rental price, type of accommodation or accessibility to a college. Very easy to use and has thousands of places advertised.

http://www.daft.ie [EN]

Long-term Accommodation: Findahome

Offers an accommodation location service for several cities in Ireland and is directed primarily, although not exclusively, at students. You can search by location or rental price.

http://www.findahome.ie/ [EN]

Long-term Accommodation: Renting a flat or house

Gives information on housing issues including housing (rent book) regulations, illegal eviction, insurance, landlords’ obligation to register rented accommodation, letting agreements and notice to quit and eviction.

http://www.oasis.gov.ie/housing/renting_a_flat_or_house [EN]

Long-term Accommodation: Threshold

Aim is to ensure that people know their rights in relation to the housing system. The website offers information on rights, responsibilities, rent book, giving notice and the responsibilities of the landlord.

http://www.threshold.ie [EN]

Long-term Accommodation: Your Housing Rights

Advises you on your legal rights as a tenant, but also reminds you of your duties and responsibilities. It describes tenancy agreements, the rent book, deposits, notice to quit, privacy and rent increases.

http://www.ucd.ie/su/accomm/housingrights.html [EN]

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Airports and airlines: Aer Lingus

One of Ireland’s largest airlines. Through its website it offers some competitive prices on domestic and international flights. You can also book flights online.

http://www.aerlingus.ie/cgi-bin/obel01im1/index.jsp [EN]

Airports and airlines: Dublin Airport Authority

Lists the three main airports in Ireland. It gives a map of each airport, with location, parking and airlines. Very useful for anyone flying into Ireland.

http://www.dublinairportauthority.com/index.html [EN]

Airports and airlines: Ryanair

Ryanair is Ireland’s biggest budget airline, offering flights at extremely low prices. You can book online through the website.

http://www.ryanair.com/site/EN/?culture=IE [CA][NL][EN][PL][ES][SV]

Airports and airlines: Aer Arann

Offers flights to a number of key locations throughout Ireland, United Kingdom, Portugal, Spain, Nederland and France. Online timetables and booking.

http://www.aerarann.com/ [NL][EN][FR][GA][PT][ES]

Backpacker Tours: Paddywagon

Backpack your way around Ireland. Details on tours, pick up points and online booking. It also has a section with an informal insight into Irish history, customs, myths and legends; a fun read!

http://www.paddywagontours.com/index.php [EN][FR][DE][HU][GA][IT][PL][PT][ES]

Bus: Dublin Bus

Dublin’s main public bus service, providing a wide range of information, including timetables, a journey planner, airport buses, local tours and student discounts.

http://www.dublinbus.ie/home [EN]

Bus: Irish Bus - Bus Eireann

The website of Ireland’s national bus service, offering useful features including a journey planner, student offers, discounts and timetables.

http://www.buseireann.ie/site/home [EN]

Bus: JJ Kavanagh Bus & Sons

Ireland’s longest established coach operator. These coaches offer competitive rates and provide service to many locations in Ireland. Details for the routes and timetables.

http://www.jjkavanagh.ie/ [EN]

Tram service - Luas

This site of the Dublin Luas tram system aims to provide Luas' passengers with information on routes, maps, times, tickets and fares.

http://www.luas.ie/ [EN][GA]

Cars and Car hire: AA Roadwatch

Excellent resource if you intend to drive in Ireland. Provides a route planner that maps out the best route to drive from one location to another, and informs you how long it will normally take. Other features include traffic updates, driving tips and petrol prices.

http://www.aaroadwatch.ie [EN]

Cars and Car hire: Driving Test Information

The official government website on the driving test, including test centre locations, pass rates, waiting times by centre and FAQs.

http://www.drivingtest.ie/frameset.html [EN][GA]

Cars and Car hire: So You Want to Drive

Directed at young drivers. Features include driver theory and no nonsense facts about driving licences and insurance.

http://www.soyouwanttodrive.com/ [EN]

Ferries: Irish Ferries

Offer low-price ferry crossings from Dublin and Rosslare to Great Britain and France. Easy to use, provides details on timetables and discounts and allows you to book online.

http://www.irishferries.com/ [EN][FR][DE]

Ferries: Stenaline

Travels to many places in Europe, in particular between Ireland and Great Britain. Its website is simple to use, with timetables, discounts, fares and online booking.

http://www.stenaline.co.uk/ferry/ [EN]

Train services: Dublin Area Rapid Transit (DART)

Dublin’s rail service along the coast from Greystones, Co. Wicklow to Howth, Co. Dublin, stopping in many major locations along the way including Bray, Dun Laoghaire and Dublin city centre. Site provides timetables, maps and fares information.

http://www.dublin.ie/transport/dart.htm [EN]

Train services: Irish Rail

Providing details of rail services throughout the country, including fare and timetables. Plan your journey, find out about discounts and get ideas for breaks or trips in Ireland.

http://www.irishrail.ie/home/ [EN]

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AIB

A good source of guides on finances for young people and students. It provides information on how to open an account, how to apply for a loan and even on a student travel pack.

http://www.aib.ie/servlet/ContentServer?pagename=ROIPersonalPortal/pp_main& [EN]

Bank of Ireland

This website has a section that is aimed at students, with information on setting up an account, managing your money and student loans. Includes a branch locator so you can find the nearest Bank of Ireland to you.

http://www.bankofireland.ie/students/index.html [EN]

Pigsback

Pigsback.com aims to bring consumers and brands together for mutual reward. It offers cheaper rates on weekends away, as well as discounts on buying CDs, groceries and videos. Joining this website is free, but you must be over 18!!

http://www.pigsback.com/Pages/3/5/9.aspx?pbq=1268%2c1268%2cHP [EN]

Face Up

The online presence of the monthly magazine Face Up. It is aimed at the 14-18 year-old age group and has the sub-title "For Teens Who Want Something Deeper". This section of the website gives information on what you can do with your money, how to be financially aware and how to take care of yourself in the market place.

http://faceup.ie/article/index.php?ID=311 [EN]

Job & Cash

This website is aimed at students and young people, with advice on how to invest, save and spend wisely on a limited budget. It also gives information on what you may be entitled to as a young person / student.

http://www.campus.ie/user?cmd=subsection&subsectionid=106 [EN]

Irish Bankers Federation (IBF)

The leading representative body for the financial services sector in Ireland. A website that gives information and advice to those that need financial help or information on other places to go to for financial advice.

http://www.ibf.ie/ [EN]

Loadzacars

A virtual listing of holidays, accommodation, cars and job offers.

http://www.loadzacars.ie/ [EN]

Studentcents

The site offers the latest information on products and services of interest to students, and special deals and discounts to help stretch that student budget! In addition, it offers great prizes, ranging from the essential to the blatantly self-indulgent. You can register your details and join for free.

http://www.studentcents.ie/home.html [EN]

Buy4Now

This is an Irish online shopping centre. With a section for best sellers and best deals you can find a bargain.

http://www.buy4now.ie/ [EN]

Usit

On this website you can receive discounts on shopping, travel, accommodation and food. However, you have to apply for the Euro<26 card first; find out how on the website.

http://www.usit.ie/travel/travelcards_youth_card.html [EN]

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