Event Information
DEPARTURE INFORMATION: PLEASE MEET AT 10:30PM IN Y STWDIO (CF10) IN CARDIFF STUDENTS' UNION.
A thousand-year history, rich in heritage and alive with a vibrant nightlife, Ireland's capital city should unquestionably be on every student's bucket list.
With it's incredible mix of trendy nightclubs, cosy pubs and traditional bars you're sure to grab an authentic Irish experience. With everything from the Guinness Storehouse and the Jamesons Distillery to Kilmainham Gaol and the National Gallery Dublin really encapsulates the colourful culture of Ireland. With innumerable things to do, places to visit and experiences to grab, this extra-long weekend in Dublin will be the perfect break to your University year of adventure and discovery.
So what are you waiting for? Experience this spectacular three-night, four-day trip to Dublin with all your friends for incredible value on the £149. This price includes all transport and three nights accommodation in the centre of Dublin.
What's included with the ticket?
Your £149 General ticket buys you:
1. All transport from the door of the Students' Union to the Centre of Dublin and back again. Over-night Executive Coach with Ferry crossing.
2. Three nights award winning accommodation in the heart of Dublin City Centre.
Tell me about the accommodation
The accommodation we've booked for this trip is Jacob's Inn. Based right in the heart of Dublin city centre (that’s the REAL city centre, not just close to Dublin City!) Jacobs Inn is purpose built and by far the coolest and most modern hostel in town.
Jacobs is within walking distance of Temple Bar, Croke Park, The O2 , Trinity College and O’Connell Street, making it the perfect base for exploring all Dublin has to offer.
Jacob's Inn Facilities:
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24 Hour Reception Desk (No Curfew)
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Roof Top Terrace
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Free WIFI
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Linen, Housekeeping and newly renovated bathrooms
All rooms will be 10+ bed dorm rooms. For independent reviews of the accommodation click here.
Additional Facilities include:
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Hot Showers
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Lockers
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Key Card Access
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Wheelchair accessible
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Lift
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Housekeeping
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Laundry Facilities
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Luggage Storage
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Safe Deposit Box
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Towels for Hire
What are the optional extras I can buy?
Seat & Bed Reserve +£10
We operate allocated seats and beds. Reserve your seat on the coach and your bed in the hostel next to your friend for just £10.
All you can eat light Breakfast +£10
What better way to start your day than with access to the all you can eat breakfast buffet. Excellent value at just £3.33 per day.
Official Bar Crawl Ticket +£20 (with a free Cardiff on Tour T-shirt)
Bag yourself an amazing night out to remember in Dublin. Your bar crawl ticket guarantees you entry and loads of free shots at four amazing Dublin bars and a prominent central nightclub. Oh and it's a Cardiff on Tour T-shirt for you to treasure forever!
Travel Insurance Policy +£10 - £20 (depending on circumstances)
We advise you take out our in house recommended low cost travel insurance policy. This will protect you against the possibility that something goes wrong and you miss the coach home or lose or damage something valuable. You can look at and apply for that travel insurance here.
Two/Three Person Private Room Upgrade +£40 - £60
We have a handful of smaller 3 and 2 person rooms available for a slightly higher per person price. Please email Giveitago@Cardiff.ac.uk for details.
What's the trip itinerary?
Wednesday 11th November:
22:30 Meet the team and stow your bags in Y Stiwdio (CF10 Cafe), next to WHSmithes on the first floor of the Union.
23:00: Coaches leave Students' Union.
Thursday 12th November:
10:00: Arrival in Dublin.
11:00 Meeting in Jacob's Inn reception in order to make our way to the Molly Malone statue and the Monument of Light.
14:00: Room check in at Jacob's Inn.
15:30: Trip to Jameson's Distillery. Tickets are €12 for students with a valid ID or €15 for an adult. Meet your team leaders in reception if you would like to come.
Friday 13th November:
07:30 - 10:00: Breakfast is served.
11:00: Trip to Guinness Storehouse. The ticket price for the Guinness Storehouse is €17 and includes a compliemntary glass of Guinness. If you fancy coming, meet your team leader in reception.
15:00: Trip to Kilmainham Jail. The ticket prices for the jail are €2 for students and €4 for adults. As usual, if you would like to join us, meet your team leader in reception.
Saturday 14th November:
07:30 - 10:00: Breakfast is served.
11:00: Trip to Dublin Zoo. Ticket prices are €13 with valid student ID and €16.80 for adults. Meet your team leader in reception if you'd like to come.
19:00: Meeting in reception for pub crawl.
Sunday 15th November:
07:30 - 10:00: Breakfast is served.
11:00: Check out of rooms at Jacob's Inn.
13:00: Departure from Jacob's Inn.
15:10: Ferry crossing to Holyhead.
22:00: Arrive at Students' Union.
Click here for a more detailed itinerary
Fequently Asked Questions
This trip is organised by the Students' Union, equating to very low prices, great value and organisation you can trust!
1. Do I need a visa for this trip?
UK and EU nationals do not require a visa for the trip. But will require valid ID to prove that they are a UK/EU national.
Students from outside the UK/EU may require a passport. If you are a citizen of a country whose nationals need a visa to enter Ireland and you have a valid UK visa or residence permit, you may be required to have a valid visa before you arrive in Ireland. You must seek independent advice before purchasing your ticket.
2. Is this trip suitable for children/families? Is there a reduced rate for children?
No - children are not permitted on this trip. Although the Students' Union are planning future trips with a set number of family rooms and exploring other options that would make our trips more inclusive for families and young children, this Society trip isn't suitable for them.
3. I'm having trouble signing up online. What do I do?
One possible reason for this is that the Students' Union finance system becomes much more strict for products exceeding £100. If your address, or any given details, don't exactly match the ones orginally given when you signed up for the card/account... the system will reject the payment. It is also possible to pay in person at the finance office of the Students' Union.
4. Do I need to have a passport for this trip?
Yes, it is strongly advisable. The Common Travel Area agreement between the UK and Ireland means that there are no passport controls in operation for Irish and UK citizens travelling between the 2 countries. You do not need to have a passport in order to enter the other country. However, all air and sea carriers require some form of identification and some regard a passport as the only valid identification. Immigration authorities may also conduct spot checks and require you to have valid official photo-identification which shows your nationality. As you are being asked to prove that you are an Irish or UK citizen who is entitled to avail of the Common Travel Area arrangements, it is strongly advisable to travel with your passport.
5. What is the deadline for this trip?
There is no specific deadline for this trip, though there are only a limited number of tickets available. For international students you should ensure enough time to apply for any visas that are appropriate.
6. I want to come on this trip but it's displaying as product limit reached. What can I do.
Email Giveitago@Cardiff.ac.uk, quoting 'Give it a Go Dublin Trip' and request to add yourself to the waiting list incase we get more tickets or someone drops out.
Or if you have any other enquiries please email GiveitaGo@cardiff.ac.uk and we'll get back to you within 1-2 working days!
Students' Union International Student Visa Guidance
Visit the Cardiff University Information pages for additional information.
While your UK visa will cover travel to Northern Ireland (part of the UK), nationals of certain countries will require a visa to travel to the Republic of Ireland.
Check the Embassy of Ireland website to find out whether you need a visa and how to apply.
You can generally apply for most vissa within three months of the inteneded date of travel. Assuming there are no problems, the application itself can take up to 15 working days to process - but longer if you supply incompete documents or the embasy has a query with your application.
The application itself generally has a fee attached to it of between £40 - £60.
Visa Documents the Students' Union can provide
The application will require you to supply a number of documents, some of which the Students' Union can supply for you. You should research this thoroughly yourself before make the application to avoid wasted time and money.
Documents you will need to supply for your application:
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Valid signed passport, valid for 3 months after intended return from Ireland.
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Completed and signed visa application form (two signatures and signature same as in passport)
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One photograph (meeting all photo requirements)
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Original and copy of valid UK residence permit (valid for 3 months after intended return from Schengen)
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Copy of applicant’s passport (holder page, signature page and copies of all used Schengen visas in the last 2 years)
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If employed: original and recent (less than 3 months old) employment letter on company letter head/covering letter from company house or accountant on letter head (if self-employed)
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If student: original and recent (less than 3 months old) student letter stating attendance and start and finish date of studies
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Salary slips (last 3 months)
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UK current account bank statements (last 3 months), including name and address of account holder
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Valid travel insurance, policy minimum EUR 30,000, with full details of applicant and cover dates.
N.B. You will have to contact your University registry for proof of student status - the Students' Union cannot provide this for you.
Documents we can provide to you if requested:
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Confirmed travel ticket, showing names of persons travelling.
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Confirmed hotel reservation.
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Travel itinerary with all transport and accommodation details, signed by the Trip Leader and the Students' Union President.
If you require the above set of documents please email Josh on Giveitago@Cardiff.ac.uk and allow 5 working days for the Students' Union to draft them for you. The documents will have to be picked up in person from the Give it a Go desk on the third floor of the Students' Union.