Seven things worth doing without to secure a king-size bed in Ireland

IT is easy to become seduced by the media into believing popular myths and I am guilty myself of quoting the oft-repeated “Irish hotels are so expensive”.

Recently, while travelling in Ireland on business, I had a few personal expenses which led me to look at other costs that might be acquired over a six-month period and came up with a surprising result, as listed below:

1. Doctor (10 minutes in surgery. Consultation only): €40.