The countdown to Ireland is on. We leave next Wednesday and naturally I’m feeling enough stress and anxiety to wake me every morning at 5:00 AM!
We’ve actually been amazingly organized. As I mentioned earlier, we have the proper currency, all the Airbnb’s have been booked and confirmed…heck, I’ve even ordered special meals on the flights.
Then the reality sets in. Mike is going to be driving on the WRONG SIDE OF THE ROAD! I didn’t think this was going to be such a big deal but, when we talked it through, we also realized that the gearshift will be operated with the left hand. THIS became the only real roadblock we’ve encountered since we started the planning.
It seems that the majority of cars in Ireland (and probably most of Europe for that matter) are small and have manual transmissions. This isn’t regularly a problem….my Mini has a manual transmission (I’ll describe the ordeal that was our first attempt at The Cooper Cup Rally another time.)
Two calls to Expedia and the problem is resolved … hopefully. You’ll know by the posts I write once we’re there how it’s going!
Now when I’m up at 5:00 AM I can watch videos about Ireland and driving on the wrong side of the road.
I know I promised the itinerary…that’s next. I just thought I’d interject this little speed bump.
Have a great weekend.
WeilStyle 