Athlone is the Jewel in Ireland’s Hidden Heartland
Athlone I’m always looking for places in Ireland that are easy to get to. Located in the ‘dead centre’ of Ireland and with a local brewery that boasts that name, Athlone is just 90 minutes […]
Novel travel
Brooks Hotel Book of the Month
I’m delighted to announce that my novel Journey to the Heartland has been chosen by Brook’s Hotel in Dublin to be their Book of the Month. This means that copies will sit in the resident’s lounge and residents […]
More to See in Monaghan
I’ve been exploring Ireland’s Ancient East over the past few weeks and I’ve been fascinated that there is so much to see and do. Stories emerge from the wonderous eastern landscapes and there is something […]
Ireland has a New Museum and it’s about Time!
The Irish Museum of Time Speaking of the launch of Ireland’s newest museum, Waterford Treasures Museum Director Eamonn McEneaney says, “This is the finest collection of Irish timepieces in the world. Waterford Treasures is proud […]
Great Stays and Days out in Kildare
As the country prepares for intercounty travel I’ve some lovely suggestions for a Day Trip to Kildare. The rush to be by the sea might be great for many but Kildare has so much to […]
Get into the Swing for Summer Holidays on Newstalk
It’s time to get into the swing of travel again! And it’s good to be back on The Hard Shoulder. Today is all about what has opened up this week and what we can look […]
Picnics around Ireland on Travel Tuesday’s Elaine Show
Travel Tuesday Picnics Elaine show 13th April It’s a perfect time of year to explore our own counties as the days are getting longer and the sun is shining. I’ve been gathering the best picnic […]
Yoga Retreats with TD Active Holidays
Get your OM On with TD active Holidays Yoga Escapes ….Portugal, Croatia and Sri-Lanka This came to me today by email and I just had to share it as I am dreaming of taking a […]
Kerry Group Irish Novel of the Year Award 2021
Listowel Writers’ Week announce Shortlist for the Kerry Group Irish Novel of the Year Award 2021 Looking for some novel travel or something new to read? I’ve been meaning to get to Listowel for some […]
Summer Staycation Ideas With Ireland’s Blue Book
The Blue Book have a lovely selection of properties to match up and extend your stay. You can hear myself and Michelle Maguire the CEO of Ireland’s Blue Book speak about some of these suggestions […]