Getting there
You have the flexibility to make your own travel arrangements and should find transatlantic
flights surprisingly affordable. To help you find the best fares, BUNAC has set
up special arrangements for Work in Ireland participants
with specialist student travel companies. Call BUNAC on 1-800-462-8622 for further
information.
Participants must book a flight to Dublin as this is the location of the mandatory
arrival orientation. The four-month program clock starts ticking on entry into Ireland
and will expire exactly four months later. It is not possible to extend this visa.
Travel in Ireland
While working, you will no doubt want to take advantage of the weekends and see
as much of the country as possible. You can cover a lot of Irish ground in a few
days! Rail is the most comfortable and punctual way to travel around Ireland. Bus
is a cheaper option and reaches more off-the-beaten track destinations, but it is
slower. There are lots of budget tour companies offering low cost, fun, adventure
trips around Ireland.
Distances may be short, but in Ireland getting around seldom follows a straight
line! Ireland provides a wealth of walking and hiking opportunities and cycling
is a great way to get around in the summer. There is plenty of budget accommodation
throughout the country in youth hostels or at privately-owned bed and breakfast
places. These are great places to meet the local people as well as young international
travelers from other countries.