For many people, buying duty free goods is all part of the travelling experience. Being able to get alcohol, cigarettes, perfume and other high priced items without the addition of tax can be very temping and also a great money saver if these are things that you buy regularly. It feels really great to be able to get something, that you really like at a reduced price. It is even better if you can get something, that you would not normally have bought, at a great low price which now makes it affordable for you.

Something that most people do not know is that Shannon airport was the first duty free airport. This was due to a new law called the customs free airport act. This meant that Shannon became a model for other airports to copy in the way that they dealt with duty free sales. These days, with the European Union as it is, there are no duty free sales allowed for passengers travelling within Europe. However, it is still valid if you are travelling outside of the European Union although it is possible that your home country will charge you tax for bringing the items in to the country if you have bought them abroad. There are usually restrictions on how many duty free items you can buy. So before you stuff your rental car full of booze, cigarettes and perfume, make sure that you check the restrictions first. Normally the items are only allowed to be for your own personal use as well.

If you were planning a visit to Shannon anytime soon, wouldn’t it be nice to know a little about some of the activities this great town has to offer? Well here are some fun things to do in Shannon next time you visit:

The Shannon Golf Course

When people think about Irish golf courses, most people think about Ballybunion or the Royal County down. But most people completely overlook the beautiful Shannon golf course situated just a chip shot away from the Shannon airport. The course was designed in the late 1900s by a man by the name of John D. Harris and has received mixed reviews because of its location, but believe me; this course has nothing to envy any other world class golf courses. So if you are a golf buff and would like to hit a few warm up rounds after your long flight, the Shannon golf course is the perfect place for you.

Shannon Regional Trails

If you love the great outdoors and wish to stay fit during your visit, make sure you check out the many trails Shannon has to offer. If you enjoy cycling, there are plenty of cycling trails with an almost endless variety of scenery; from majestic mountain tops, to beautiful rivers and lakes.

Water Sports

With County Clare located right next to the Atlantic Ocean and the hundreds of rivers and lakes inland, water sports a great way to enjoy the Shannon region. From sailing to canoeing, water sports lovers are sure to get their fix in Shannon. If you’re a surfer or would like to become one, there are plenty of surf schools located in County Clare, so make sure you explore Shannon’s great waterways on your next visit.

I hope this helped you figure out what to do on your next visit to Shannon. Hope you’ll enjoy your stay!