There's loads to do in Sandymount, but venture farther afield and you'll find even more magic. Rent a set of wheels and you can wander around the surrounding region at your leisure. Add these awesome drives to your travel plan:

• Waterford is around 85 miles from Sandymount. Renowned tourist spots like House of Waterford Crystal deserve to be at the top of your list here.
• Your next pit stop? Consider Dundalk, which is around 45 miles away. Dundalk Stadium is one local draw card you really shouldn't miss.
• Head to Connemara National Park to rediscover nature. Pack a picnic to enjoy or just chill out in the fresh air. From Sandymount, it's roughly 150 miles away.

If you don't have a driver's license issued in Ireland, then it's likely you'll need to apply for an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your home country to be able to rent a car. Please also consider that if an IDP is required, it has no validity on its own. You'll be asked to show your current driver's license your passport and other forms of identification as well. Lastly, it's important that the credit card you used to book the rental vehicle matches the name on your license and passport. Some other things to note for international car rentals are:

• Age restrictions: You need to be 25 or older in most countries to rent a car. If you're younger, it might still be possible to rent a car but you'll have to pay a Young Driver's Surcharge. Additional restrictions may also apply to the types of cars you can rent.
• Driving limitations: Make sure you read the fine print before you drive off the lot. Typically, you can't cross country borders, drive on ferries or on off-road areas with a rental vehicle.