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LiveWork&Play in Ireland

For many years the UK has been the most popular working holiday destination for Commonwealth citizens however, the Republic of Ireland is catching up fast. LiveWork&Play in Ireland answers most, if not all, FAQs about a working holiday in Ireland like, where am I going to live, what work is available and how will I travel around?

While some people just hop on a plane, others plan their trips in minute detail. Whether you are a nervous first-timer or seasoned traveller, this travel guide is your friend, and a source of many secrets and tips. Uncovered inside:

Chapter 1: Introduction 7
Chapter 2: Ready, Set, Go! 11
Can you go?
   - Passport
   - Working Holiday Visa
   - EU Heritage
When to go
How to go
Packing
The question of money
   - how much to take
   - how to take it
Sorting affairs
   - power of attorney
   - make a will
Holiday insurance and medical care
   - holiday insurance
   - reciprocal medical arrangement
   - medical check-up
   - vaccinations
Useful things to do, join and obtain
   - pre-book accommodation
   - pre-book your travel within Ireland
   - International driver's licence
   - Discount cards
   - Tourist information
Staying in touch
Checklist - let the countdown begin
Chapter 3: Settling in 43
Pick up a map and/or street directory
Open a bank account
Apply for a Personal and Public Service Number
Check E-mail
Purchase a mobile phone
Chapter 4: Accommodation 47
Short-term accommodation
   - Hotels
   - Hostels
   - Camp grounds
   - B&Bs
   - University accommodation
Long-term accommodation
   - Renting a flat/house
Chapter 5: Work lowdown 59
Where to find work
Finding work through
FAS
Newspapers
The Internet
Professional Associations
Recruitment agencies
Hostels
Tourist brochures
Considering where you are
Door knocking
Tax
Chapter 6: A-Z of Jobs 69
Accounting
Bar work
Busking
Call Centres
Equine staff
Freelance Travel Writing
Holiday camps
Hospitality and tourism
IT
Nannies and Au Pairs
0ffice support
Teaching English
Technical, industrial, trades and unskilled work (labouring)
WWOOF
Chapter 7: Travelling around 91
Travel around Dublin and other major cities
Travelling around Ireland
by air
by coach (bus)
by coach tour
by Jo-Jos
by train
by vehicle
by bicycle
By horse-drawn caravan
Chapter 8: Useful information 111
Chapter 9: Moving On 119

What others say

Everyone goes to the UK but I wanted to go somewhere different. So here I am in Ireland, loving every minute of it. The book really helped me find my feet. I was working in days and found a great place to live. Come to Ireland, it is the best place.

Henry Stevens, Melbourne, Australia

It's a craic!
This compact guide provides all the information one needs for a successful working holiday in Ireland.

The Advertiser, Adelaide

After 2 years in the UK I wanted to extend my time over here. I applied for the Irish working holiday visa and here I am. LiveWork&Play in Ireland gave me the lowdown on where to find a place to live and what jobs I could do. It gave me really useful information. I have passed it on to friends.

Sassy Jones, Wellington, NZ

Need information for an Irish Working Holiday, then you can't go past LiveWork&Play in Ireland. It provides loads of information to get your holiday started.

The Chronicle