

Peak season for ferry travel to islands is June-August and some services may not run outside these months.Taking a ferry trip while you're in Ireland? Here are 5 things you need to know: Of course getting from A to B is the main point of a taxi or hackney, but the chance to get some local insight into Ireland, its history, its culture, its language and the best spots to see on your trip is a pretty good side benefit! Taxis are plentiful in the cities, but can be harder to find in smaller towns or rural areas so ask the locals if they can recommend a taxi or hackney service.Some taxis also operate tour services where your driver can take you on a personal tour of a city or region.It's not essential to tip your taxi driver in Ireland but if you choose to do it, go for at least 10-15% of your fare.Taxis use a meter to calculate your fare but hackneys aren't metered so it's a good idea to agree a fare with your driver before you start your journey.Hackneys (vehicles licenced to carry passengers) are a little different – you'll need to call their offices to order one. You'll find taxis at airports, train and bus stations and taxi ranks in cities and large towns.

If you'll be using taxis or hackneys in Ireland, here are 5 things you need to know:
