Travel and Car Hire Information
Tourist Information
For tourist information on the island of Ireland, we recommend you contact Tourism Ireland Tel: 0800 039 7000.
Passport
UK Nationals travelling from Britain to Ireland are not required to carry a passport (but some form of photo identification is advised). All other nationalities must carry a valid passport and some require a visa. You should check with the Irish Embassy:
Passport and Visa Section,Montpelier House,
106 Brompton Road,
London SW3 1JJ
Tel: 020 7225 7700
See also photo ID requirements.
Driving in Ireland
Driving is on the left and taking your own car is easy. Bring the Motor Registration Book, Green Card or Insurance Certificate valid for Ireland (for travel into the ROI contact your insurer in good time before you travel) and full UK driving licence.
Language
Every one speaks English although Ireland has two official languages - Gaelic (Irish) and English.
Health
No special precautions are necessary. For travel into the Republic of Ireland, visitors from EU countries should bring an EHIC form and give this to the doctor or hospital if possible. This entitles you to free or reduced cost emergency treatment. British visitors to Northern Ireland do not require any documentation and will receive treatment as they would at home.
Important information: EHIC cover is not a substitute for travel insurance.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend that you obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. You should check any exclusions and that your policy covers you for all the activities you want to undertake. You should ensure that you have sufficient medical insurance to cover your stay in Ireland. If you need a doctor you may be asked to pay for the consultation there and then.
We are happy to recommend Gold Cover Travel Insurance as our preferred supplier of Travel Insurance. Gold Cover offers good value comprehensive Travel Insurance for Single trip and Annual Multi-Trip and many pre-existing medical conditions can be covered. For travel by sea with your own car, they can provide European Motoring Breakdown Cover with roadside assistance - to receive an instant quote visit www.oncourse.goldcover.net or call: 01892 559530 and quote On Course Travel.
Photo ID for Travel by Air
All the airlines operating between the UK & Ireland require valid photo ID for travel. Boarding will not be permitted without the correct valid Photo ID. The forms of ID accepted by the airlines we deal with vary. The most commonly accepted form is a valid passport. At the time of booking, we will outline the Photo ID your airline will accept. To book flights, we require the first name and surname for each passenger as it appears on the valid Photo ID to be used for travel. The name on the flight booking must correspond to the photo ID. No responsibility is accepted for clients unable to travel due to incorrect documentation.
Confirmed flights (restricted budget fares) are valid only for the dates and times booked. All the airlines charge for any amendments such as change of name, date and time. These charges vary and will be outlined at the time. In addition an administration fee of £50 applies for the changes to be processed.
Currency
In the Republic of Ireland the unit of currency is the Euro €. One Euro consists of 100 cents. In Northern Ireland, Sterling is the unit of currency. All major credit cards are accepted throughout the island of Ireland.
Important Information for Golfers
- Airlines charge separately for the carriage of golf clubs and these fees are included in our prices.
- We recommend you insure your clubs for loss, damage or delay.
- Handicap Certificates may be requested.
- Soft spikes are essential. Appropriate dress should be worn at all times.
- If a course is busy, you may be requested to team up with other golfers on the day.
- Green fees will be refunded only if a course is closed due to weather conditions.
- On Course Travel is not responsible for the playing conditions at any course or changes caused by maintenance.
- When travelling by air, On Course Travel is not responsible for any delay or loss of golf clubs on arrival in Ireland or on return to Britain.
Car Hire
Budget supplies the cars which are featured in your inclusive travel arrangements and have depots at the following locations: Dublin City & Airport, Cork Airport, Galway City & Airport, Shannon Airport, Knock Airport, Killarney, Kerry Airport, Belfast City, Belfast International Airport, Belfast City Airport.
Deposit information: all clients must have a credit card. Please note, Diners Card is not accepted.
Voucher for one named driver includes:
Rental (per 24 hours), Liability Insurances, †Theft Protection Insurance, Collision Damage Waiver, (*damage excess), Premium Location Charge, Unlimited Mileage, Road Fund Tax, 24 hrs AA membership and VAT.
Rates do not include:
FUEL - Your car will be supplied with a full tank for which a deposit is required by Credit Card. The deposit charged depends on Group size - from approx. 80 Euros. This will be refunded if the car is returned full.
| NI | ROI | |
|---|---|---|
| Additional driver per day | £7.50 | €9.50 |
| Personal Accident Insurance per day | £5.35 | €8.00 |
| Excess Waiver per day | £13.00 Grp 1-6 | €13.00 Grp 1-6 |
| £16.50 Grp 7-12 | €16.50 Grp 7-10 €19.00 Grp 11-12 | |
| † Theft Protection Excess | £750 Grp 1-6 | €1200 Grp 1-6 |
| £825 Grp 7-12 | €1900 Grp 7-10 €2100 Grp 11-12 | |
| Damage Excess * | £675 Grp 1-6 £825 Grp 7-12 | €1200 Grp 1-6 €1900 Grp 7-10 €2100 Grp 11-12 |
These extras are subject to VAT.
* Important information: Damage to tyres or loss of keys are not covered by Damage Excess Waiver Premium. Charges will be applied locally.
Drop off charges apply as follows:
Galway, Killarney, Kerry Airport and Knock €45. No one way fee between Dublin, Cork or Shannon for rentals of three days or more - one or two day rentals incur a fee of €45. Cross Border Traffic: Between Belfast and Republic of Ireland or vice versa - one-way drop fee: £120/€120.
Cross Border Fee: £22.
VAT applies. All charges are paid locally.
Conditions for UK licence holders:
| Groups 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6 | Min. 23 - Max. 75 |
| Groups 4, 7 & 8 | Min. 25 - Max. 75 |
| Group 10 | Min 27 - Max 75 |
| Groups 9, 11 & 12 | Min. 30 - Max. 75 |
| Italian/Spanish licence holders | Min 30 - Max 75 |
All drivers must have a full, valid licence free of endorsements for at least two years. Under age fee €10/£10 per day 23-24 year olds.
Any endorsements must be mentioned at the time of booking. Minimum rental is for one day. A day’s rental is a 24 hour period from time of collection to time of return. A part day will be charged at the full daily rate. If the agreed pre-paid rental period is exceeded, the excess will be charged at the full daily local rate. Hirer is solely responsible for any fines or similar incurred while using a hire car. On Course Travel is not liable for any car-hire breakdowns, punctures etc. which interrupt the hirer’s holiday itinerary. No refund for early return of vehicle.
Group Type or Similar
- Opel Corsa (2dr)
- Fiat Punto
- Toyota Corolla
- Toyota Avensis
- Nissan Micra Auto (2dr)
- Toyota Corolla Auto
- Toyota Avensis Auto
- Opel Stationwagon
- VW Caravelle (8/9 Passengers)
- Opel Zafira (7 Passengers)
- 4×4 Freelander
- Mercedes C180 Auto
Please read the car-hire conditions on your rental agreement.
