Cash bar. Unlike the USA, it is abnormal to have an open bar in Ireland. If you'd like a menu ahead of time to prepare/peruse, then message Holly for it.

No. Hard no.

For us Americans, we may think the Irish are referring to drugs. For the most part, no, they're not referring to drugs! Craic = Irish word for fun/enjoyment. How to use it in a sentence: "He's great craic when he has a few pints in him." Also, it can be used these ways: "What's the craic?" and/or "The craic was mighty."

It is not a derogatory term in Ireland.

Similar to America's "YMCA" and such, you MUST learn "Rock the Boat". Copy/paste the proceeding websites into your web browsers to see examples. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6rnJqs4Nyw **In fact, Derry just broke the world record: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8LRi1NlK0c

Transportation via bus will be provided.

From Central Standard Time (CST) to GMT (Ireland, England, Scotland, Wales) = 6 hours

Time. The sooner you apply, the better. Passport Required Documents: 1. Form DS-11 application (this can be done online and printed, but don’t sign it until you get to the acceptance agency and an agent gives you the go-ahead). 2. Proof of citizenship (such as a birth certificate). 3. Proof of identity (usually a driver’s license or state-issued ID card). 4. Photocopy of the ID you submitted. 5. Two (2) passport photos: Walgreens or CVS --> Call ahead to ensure they have a passport photo processor.

Check expiration date. You need AT LEAST 3 MONTHS VALIDITY on your passport --> Be mindful of the expiration date. To renew, you'll need your expiring, undamaged passport along with required documents described above.

-For adults, a $130 application fee plus a $35 execution fee. -For children under 16, an $100 application fee plus a $35 execution fee. -For expedited service, a $60.00 expediting fee plus approximately $16 for overnight delivery (optional, but recommended).

Depends. This is subjective because each person/family has their own goals i.e. strictly attend the wedding, extended travel, see family, explore the south, etc. If you're interested in wedding attendance only and are flying in, then please be mindful of jet lag- You'll want a full day to rest before the wedding and a full day to get back adjusted after you've flown home.

Recommended: Use expedia.com --> Requirements: 25yo, valid driver’s license and a credit card in your name. Some companies will rent to drivers as young as 21yo, but a surcharge often applies. Car rental companies will offer you insurance, which is optional- You may be asked to provide proof of other coverage if you opt out. Expedia recommends adding collision protection while booking your Ireland car rental. This protects your ride against theft, vandalism and collision damage throughout your trip.

Direct flights from New York to Belfast OR fly in to Dublin then a train to Portadown Station where Holly/Chris/family/taxi will pick you up from the train station. *See Transportation tab to book independent transport.

If you want to add travel around the wedding, you should! You'll have easier access to countries like England, Scotland, France, Italy, Denmark, Sweden, etc. versus flying right out of the U.S. Example as of 1/22/24: Flight from Belfast to London on RyanAir = $39 roundtrip, 2hr. Just don't miss the wedding!

Yes. For ease and convenience, you'll want to talk to your phone carrier about a temporary international phone plan such as "TravelPass". Prices may vary. Ex: Xfinity = $10/day unlimited international call/text. **When calling out while in Ireland, you'll need to use +44 in the north and +353 in the south. For example, if you see a telephone number in the north listed as 0300 013 2132, you would dial +443000132132. In the south, if you see a number 0400 014 2142 it would be +3534000142142. **You may consider downloading WhatsApp where you can call and message friends/family for free as long as you're connected to WiFi.