First, let me say, I don’t know who you leprechauns are out there who hide in my phone and answer with a wealth of information all of the questions I happen to dream up, but you are an invaluable resource, and I am ever so grateful to you. I hope that I can similarly help others in the future.
So now to my question. Do I need a power converter, in addition to the adapter, in Ireland? Thanks again.
Converter needed only if your device is 110v only
If somewhere on it it has '110-220', then adapter is all you need
Nope, just an adapter but make sure its one compatible for the UK and Ireland. The prongs are different elsewhere.
The car we just rented in Ireland also had a couple usb ports that we used to charge our phones which was great.
As joe32f stated, most newer electronics (cameras, tablets, phones) are made with dual power adapters, so only the outlet plug adapter is needed. Some devices are still only 110v, so check the devices you’re taking. No point taking a converter if it isn’t needed.
Hair straighteners and hair dryers sometimes need them.
"Hair straighteners and hair dryers sometimes need them. "
These appliances draw a LOT of current, so the kind of small "converter" sold for, say, electric razors, can't be used safely with things like these that get hot. Furthermore, some hair straighteners specify that they should not be used with converters of any kind.
For safety, either buy a dual voltage hair dryer/straightener (and be sure to set it to the correct voltage before plugging it in), or buy one in Europe.
