FAQs

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Do I need a passport to travel to Ireland?

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Yes, American citizens will need a valid passport to enter Ireland. Make sure that your passport is valid for at least six months after your travel date.

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Should I rent a car?

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You can rent a car from the airport quite easily and we've found it pretty easy to drive in Ireland once you get used to being on the left side of the road rather than the right. Tolls can be paid along the way and the Dublin airport is only about an hour away from the castle by car. Alternatively, you could take a bus from the airport to the hotel. You can also hire a car or taxi to take you to the castle. Contact Fran at Fran.Weir@europcar.ie for special car rental rates.

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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We have a block of rooms booked at Cabra Castle Hotel for the night before, night of, and night after the wedding. Check out the "travel" tab for information of other hotels in the area.

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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?

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Yes, there is parking at The Church of the Immaculate Conception (where our ceremony will be held) and at Cabra Castle Hotel (where our reception will be held).

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Are there any other events that I should know about around the wedding?

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We'll be celebrating all week long. Meet us at Gartlan's Pub on Sunday night for a pint and traditional Irish music. Join us in Cabra Castle Monday evening for welcome drinks! Tuesday is the main event with our wedding and reception. Be prepared to party all night long! Irish weddings go until the morning! We'll see you Wednesday afternoon for our day 2 bbq!

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Are kids welcome?

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This is an adults only event.

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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?

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A shuttle will run from Cabra Castle Hotel to the Church of the Immaculate Conception for the ceremony.

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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Please arrive to the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Kingscourt in time for a 1:15 ceremony. Shuttles will be available from Cabra Castle.

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What travel outlet adapter should I bring to Ireland?

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For Ireland the associated plug type is G, which is the plug that has three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern. Ireland operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.

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What currency does Ireland use?

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Ireland uses the Euro. For the best rate, withdrawal Euros from your bank prior to departing for Ireland. Alternatively, you can transfer USD to Euro in the airport, but you will pay a higher exchange rate. Credits cards can also be used throughout Ireland, although some companies, like American Express, are not typically accepted. Visit this Ireland.com for more information about currency, credit and debut cards, and banking services in Ireland.

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Do you have a registry?

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We would love if you would gift us with the honor of your presence at our wedding. If you feel inclined to share another gift with us, we are registered through Zola and at the Hamilton Home store in Princeton, NJ. You can access the Zola registry on the "registry" tab of this website and the Hamilton registry on this website: https://www.hamiltonjewelers.com/giftr/registry/view/uid/-IDA7/