Cannery Row in Monterey….
Old sardine factory now converted Cannery Row in Monterey is no longer a stink, as the author John Steinbeck portrayed this once important centre of sardine fishing. Steinbeck’s novel Cannery Row is 70 years […]
2015
My first Carnival in Cologne 2015
This is my friend Martina, who invited me to Cologne for Carnival this year! The German city of Cologne was buzzing this weekend with preparation for the massive Rose Monday Parade, the highlight of Carnival. […]
Belfast is great for a mid-term break and only up the road!
I’ve been to Belfast a few times in the last couple of years and it’s a great place to bring the kids. This article was published in 2013 in the Sunday World, The whole family […]
Howth: My Hometown in Dublin Ireland
I’ve been travel writing for over two years and I realise that I have been neglecting to write about my own country, especially the place that I am most passionate about in the world – […]
Powerscourt and The Garden of Ireland
Everyone seemingly wants to come to Ireland. I heard today that George Clooney and his new wife have intentions to make Ireland their holiday destination this summer, so as a native I’d like to make […]