Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Seatbeltsaremandatoryforall,andkidsunder12orunder1.5meters tall(about4feet,
9 inches) must ride in a child-safety seat. An Irish Automobile Association membership
comes with most rentals (
www.aaireland.ie
). Understand its towing and emergency road-
service benefits.
But be warned: Every year I get a few emails from traveling readers advising me that,
for them, trying to drive in Ireland was a nerve-racking and regrettable mistake. If you
want to get a little slack on the roads, drop by a gas station or auto shop and buy a red
L
(newdriverwithlicense) signtoputinyourbackwindow.Waittouseituntilyougetaway
