16 Things We Learned While Traveling in Ireland

Maybe it’s the narrow roads, lack of experience driving on the left-hand side of the road, or copious amounts of beer and whiskey consumed in pubs, but insuring a rental car in Ireland is expensive. Some credit card companies offer coverage if you use their card to rent the car, but very few credit card companies cover Ireland. You’ll need to check with your specific company to see if they offer a coverage plan that includes Ireland. We saved hundreds of dollars on car insurance by applying for a credit card that does cover Ireland. Be aware that you must request a coverage letter from the credit card company and present it to the car rental company when picking up the car. You will still need to purchase liability insurance from the rental company, but you can save on collision coverage by getting a card that will cover the cost in Ireland.