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Get outdoors this Summer!

By Sinead Wednesday, 13th July 2011 | 0 comments
Filed under: Festivals, Coach Hire, Mini Bus Hire, Budget Bus, Bus Hire.

As summer rolls on and the temperature soars (by Ireland’s standards anyway!), there’s never been a better time to get outdoorsy.  For the more active amongst us, the choices are endless. Whether you’re into sailing and surfing, hill walking and horse riding or climbing and camping, there’s no better place to enjoy an exciting activity break than here on our fair shores.  But, if the mere thought of spending a weekend climbing a mountain makes you break out into a sweat, fear not!  For those of us who would rather enjoy the great outdoors as a spectator, a horsey break is just the job.  All year round, Ireland is awash with equestrian festivals that enjoy a uniquely Irish flavour and what better time to enjoy all the thrills, spills and sartorial frills than at a summer race meeting?  From 25th July, the inimitable Galway Races kicks into life and festivities continue right up until the 31st July, while the Listowel Races will welcome visitors from all over Ireland and beyond from 11th to 17th September. So whether you fancy a flutter or you'd like to strut your stuff on Ladies Day, there’s fun to be had by all! If you’d rather stay closer to home, get your glad rags on for this year’s Dublin Horse Show, which takes place in the RDS from August 3rd to 7th. This Dublin institution is a celebration of Ireland's affinity with all things equestrian and showcases the best showjumping talent from all over the world. So, why not gather a group of friends and plan your outdoorsy trip today! And wherever you decide to go, why not let Budget Bus take the hassle out of getting there! We have 50 deluxe minibuses and coaches for hire ranging in size from 16-53 seats. Call us on 01-8227265 to book your Dublin coach hire today. Alternatively you can email hello@budgetbus.ie or fill out a contact form and we’ll get right back to you. 

Book your Oxegen Coach Hire Today!

By sinead Wednesday, 22nd June 2011 | 0 comments
Filed under: Festivals, Coach Hire, Mini Bus Hire, Budget Bus, Oxegen, Bus Hire.
With sales of wellies, two-man tents and waterproofs skyrocketing all over the country, it’s clear that festival season has made a welcome return! While we won’t hold our breath for this wet spell to end anytime this week, here at Budget Bus we have our fingers and toes crossed that the sun will come out in time for Oxegen 2011. The monster festival, voted Europe’s best, takes place this year in Punchestown from 8-10 July and once again the line up does not disappoint. This year, revellers will be treated to performances from rock royalty, including the Foo Fighters, Coldplay, Beyonce, Black Eyed Peas and many, many more world-class acts. Hail, rain or shine, festival fans all over the country will descend upon Oxegen this year, so if you haven’t got your ticket to summer’s hottest festival yet, snap one up here today! And, as soon as you’ve got your ticket sorted, it’s time to think about how you’re going to get there. If you’re planning on travelling to the festival as part of a group, why not think about hiring a coach or a minibus with Budget Bus? We offer 40 buses and minibuses for hire, ranging in size from 16-53 seats, so we have a vehicle to suit every group size. Don’t forget, coaches get priority parking at Oxegen, so you don’t have to worry about trekking for miles laden with bags and tents – we’ll drop you close to the entrance!  To book your coach hire for Oxegen today, simply call us on 01-8227265, fill out a contact form or email hello@budgetbus.ie.    

Are you celebrating the Royal Wedding?

By sinead Friday, 29th April 2011 | 0 comments
Filed under: Festivals, Coach Hire, Mini Bus Hire, Budget Bus.
Love them or hate them, this week there was no getting away from them! Whether you’re an avid royal watcher or you quite frankly couldn’t give a monkey’s, you would have been hard pressed to find a television channel today that wasn’t covering the “wedding of the century”. Royal fever has gripped the UK over the last few weeks, culminating in the marriage of Prince William and Kate Middleton today at Westminster Abbey. Millions of well-wishers lined the streets of London to cheer on the happy couple and, whatever your feelings on the wedding, there’s no denying that the celebratory atmosphere is somewhat infectious! Although here in Ireland we’re not exactly dancing on the streets, we do think it’s always nice to have something to celebrate. And, with the first official day of summer now within touching distance, along with the three-day weekend ahead, there’s never been a better reason to break out the bubbly (any excuse, eh!). While we may not be officially celebrating the royal nuptials, we’ve still got plenty to look forward to, as festival season makes a welcome comeback this weekend. For music lovers, there’s the Rhythm & Roots festival in Kilkenny or the Dublin City Soul Festival later next month. Both are a must for fans of country, blues and soul. And, if you’re up for a laugh, then join the droves of comedy lovers that descend upon the Marble City every June Bank Holiday weekend. The Cat Laughs festival attracts some of the world’s best comedians and is not to be missed! Finally, for the foodies amongst us the Taste of Dublin festival in June offers the best of Dublin’s fine dining all in one place. Enjoy a glass of champagne as you sample the fare of some of the capital’s best eateries. Simply delicious! If you’re travelling to any of the fantastic food, music, literary or arts festivals taking place all over Ireland in the next few weeks, why not give us a call for discount coach hire in Dublin? We’ve got 40 deluxe coaches and minibuses for hire in Dublin at low rates, so fill out a contact form or call us on 01-8227265 for your Dublin coach hire quotation today! 

Happy St. Patrick's Day from Budget Bus!

By Sinead Tuesday, 15th March 2011 | 0 comments
Filed under: Festivals, Coach Hire, Budget Bus, Bus Hire, Sporting Events.
The sun is shining, the evenings are getting longer and, to top it all off, we’ve got Paddy’s Day to look forward to on Thursday (and a 4-day week)!  Okay, so it’s not quite shorts and sandals weather yet, but here at Budget Bus we’re just full of the joys of spring and, quite frankly, we’re even more excited by the prospect of a long hot summer (well, one can but dream)!  For us, St. Patrick’s Day seems to mark the true shift from the long dreary days and nights of winter, and the bright weather we’ve been enjoying for the last few weeks has really helped to put a spring (sorry) in our steps! This year, we’re going to celebrate our Irish heritage with gusto and, to help us along, there are plenty of gigs, films, parades and parties taking place across the capital in the next few days. Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day Festival kicks off tomorrow and runs until 20th March, so why not get involved in the festivities this year and enjoy some traditional Irish ceoil, cultúir agus craic (that’s music, culture and fun to any non-Irish speakers!) in the city centre. There’s  something for everyone, so check out the full event line up here! And, of course, as the weather continues to brighten, now is the time to start planning your summer. So, whether you’re contemplating a trip to one of Ireland’s music or sports festivals this summer or you’re organising an Irish holiday with your friends and family, don’t forget to contact Budget Bus for your discount coach hire.  We are Dublin’s bus hire specialists, so if you’re looking for low cost coach hire or minibus hire in Dublin that won’t break the bank, give us a call on 01-8227265, email hello@budgetbus.ie or fill out a contact form today and we’ll get right back to you.  Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

No Budget Talk Here!

By Sinead Wednesday, 8th December 2010 | 0 comments
Filed under: Festivals, Coach Hire, Mini Bus Hire, Budget Bus, Bus Hire.

Although I was tempted to write a post about the dreaded budget, I have opted to spare you all the depression of worrying about tax hikes and welfare cuts when we have only 17 days to go to Christmas. Instead, my friends, I am continuing my blog theme of optimism and today I would like to divert your attention from the doom and gloom to the 2011 Dublin New Year Festival! Let's face it folks, 2010 was a bit of a write-off in economic terms, so we can only hope that things will get a bit better in 2011 (well they can't really get any worse, can they?!). So, with that in mind, I am all for ringing in the New Year with smiles on our faces and a glass of Lidl's best bubbly in our hands. The Dublin New Year Festival looks like it's going to become an annual event (think Hogmanay in Scotland or the fireworks in Sydney... well, we might as well aim high!). Among the major events announced for the three day 2010/2011 programme are performances from world renowned street performers Jack Wise, Grant Goldie, Jack Flash and Pete Dobbing. Also featuring will be 'Solas', a family event at Dublin Castle which will be transformed into a wonderland of light and illumination. The Dublin Gospel Choir will also be performing a very special choral recital at the historic setting of Christ Church Cathedral and other events planned for the city include fun fairs, family circus workshops and 'New Year Live' at the Guinness Storehouse, with four floors of eclectic entertainment and bucketloads of Irish hospitality. So, let's all raise a glass in Dublin this New Years Eve and look towards 2011 with a dash of hope! And, as always, if you're looking for discount Dublin coach hire or minibus hire to take you and your friends into the city for this year's festivities and home again afterwards (have you ever attempted to get a taxi in Dublin on New Year's Eve? Not pleasant, folks!) then Budget Bus is the only place you need to contact! Call us today on 01-8227265 or email hello@budgetbus.ie for your low cost bus hire quotation!

Something for the Weekend

By Sinead Monday, 26th July 2010 | 0 comments
Filed under: Festivals, Coach Hire, Mini Bus Hire, Budget Bus, Bus Hire, Sporting Events.
With the last bank holiday of the summer coming up this weekend (I know, very depressing), we’re determined to make the most of the three day break come hail, rain or shine! The choices are endless really. You could kick off your shoes, put the feet up and enjoy the mini-break from the comfort of your own sofa (back to back episodes of The Wire, anyone?), enjoy a few bevvies in the local with your nearest and dearest or indulge in a spot of retail therapy if you’ve got the bottle to brave the Dundrum Centre crowds on a Saturday. Although all of these options sound tempting, we’re going to make the most of the banker and leave the big smoke behind for a few days at one of the many festivals taking place across Ireland. There are literally dozens to choose from, so whether you’re after a family day out, a trip to the races or a feast of music and art, you’ll definitely find something to whet your appetite! 

Here’s our pick of the bunch:

Castlepalooza: 31 July – 1 August

Killarney Summerfest: 16 July – 1 August

The 3 Irish Open Killarney: 19 July – 1 August

Waterford Spraoi Festival: 30 July – 1 August

Ballyshannon Folk Festival: 30 July – 1 August

For a full list of festivals and events taking place across our fair isle this weekend, point your mouse in this direction. And, if you’re looking for great value travel to your chosen festival, then Budget Bus is your only man! We’ve got budget coach hire and mini bus hire in Dublin so fill out a contact form, email hello@budgetbus.ie or call 01-8227265 for your budget coach hire quotation today!

We'll Miss You, Paul!

By Sinead Wednesday, 14th July 2010 | 0 comments
Filed under: Festivals, Coach Hire, Mini Bus Hire, Budget Bus, World Cup, Bus Hire, Sporting Events.
So, the beautiful game’s biggest competition has finally reached its conclusion, with jubilant scenes across Spain as the team enjoyed a hero’s welcome in Madrid following their victory over The Netherlands on Sunday night. It’s been an exciting competition, with lots of thrills, spills and a nice dollop of controversy to top it all off. Although it will be hard to bid a fond farewell to the endless evenings of football (anyone sensing the sarcasm?), for me, parting with Paul the Octopus will be the hardest part of it all. Was anyone else developing a worrying affection for the instinctive invertebrate? Didn’t you all watch in amazement as he correctly predicted no less than eight World Cup match results? And aren’t you all as upset as I am to hear that his spokesperson has announced his retirement after an unbeaten record that has baffled us all? Although it’s good to see Paul go out in a blaze of glory, I frankly had high hopes for his future career as a tipster and it is with great disappointment that I say goodbye to my tentacled friend. I’ll really miss that guy. However, we must now put the World Cup behind us for another four years and look ahead to the next sporting events on this summer’s calendar! Galway Races, anyone? Although we won’t have Paul to give us a helping hand with the winners (sob!), I’m going to muddle along without him and enjoy one of the best racing festivals in Ireland from 28-30 August and you'll also find me trying my luck at this year’s Listowel Races! Punters will be travelling to Kerry to enjoy this festival from 12-18 September and it might just be our last chance to soak up that festival feeling before we have to bid our summer adieu, so let’s make the most of it! Why not get a group of your mates together and consider coach hire or minibus hire with Budget Bus? It’s a long ol’ drive from Dublin to Galway or Kerry, so let someone else worry about navigating those bends! If you’ve got a small group, we’ve got 16 seater minibuses to rent or if you’re one of those popular types with 800 friends on Facebook, we’ve got lots of 49 seater coaches to cater for larger groups! If you’d like a quote for coach hire, simply fill out a contact form, email hello@budgetbus.ie or just call us on 01-8227265 and we’ll get right back to you.

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