YES. In order to travel through the UK (layover included), you will need to pay $13 to upload your passport through the UK ETA app, which is now a requirement in order to get through customs. You can do so by downloading the app on the official gov.uk website below: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta#apply-for-an-eta **While most applications are approved the same day, it can take up to 72 hours - so don't risk leaving it to the last minute.
If your passport is due to expire within six months of your ticketed date of return, you need to renew it. Allow at least six weeks or more to renew or get a passport (www.travel.state.gov).
Dublin Airport is the closest airport to Luttrellstown Castle. There are several flights, daily, into Dublin from most UK airports with Ryanair, Aer Lingus and British Airways. The journey from the airport to Dublin City Centre, by car, takes around 25 minutes.
Definitely pack a rain jacket and footwear for rain. It rains quite a bit, so be sure to have an umbrella you can walk around with!
The primary taxi app in Ireland is FREENOW. You can download this app before your travel. For airport runs consider reaching out to Hugh who is based in Dublin City Centre . He has an MPV + 353 87 640 6000 and an airport transfer should cost approx €120. Paul is also another reliable taxi driver that can collect at the airport or transfer to Luttrellstown. His taxi is a standard cab + 353 87 231 2000 If you would like a private hire to visit The Cliffs Of Moher Hugh can also arrange that.
There will be a welcome party the evening before the wedding at JR Mahon's from 7.30pm until 10.00pm.
Black Tie Optional. Dresses and gowns for women & suits for men are encouraged. Weather permitting, the ceremony will take place outside. The grass will likely be soft though, we recommend thicker heels. If you wish to hire a tuxedo in Ireland this is the company we recommend: https://www.astonformal.com
Yes, if you contact Chris at Astons https://www.astonformal.com
We will provide transport from Dublin City Centre to Luttrellstown Castle on the wedding day. There will be an evening Shuttle back to Dublin City Centre at 2am.
Please let us know as soon as possible if you have any dietary requirements. You will select your main course on the day of the wedding at the reception, no need to select your main ahead of time.
There will be a room for children 12 and under where we can serve small plates. They'll have a TV with Netflix, YouTube Kids, etc. and baby sitters available at the venue. If you'd like to request additional seats for your children 13 +, please let us know. There is limited seating, but as we get a clearer sense of our head count we'll do our best to accommodate. There is also a wide range of trusted nanny services available that our wedding planner, Maria, can provide you with. Please let us know if you're interested in hearing more about these options!
Feel free to contact our wedding planner Maria. Her mobile is + 353 83 007 8057 or email maria@theeventdesigncompany.ie