The Camino from Sarria
“Bless me father for I have sinned, it’s been 35 years since my last confession.” The kindly priest took a double take at me, questioning his ears. “How long?” he replied. As a Christmas Catholic […]
2025
Celebrating 30 Years of Travel Department
Travel Department is celebrating 30 years in business in 2026, and to mark this momentous occasion, they are kicking off the New Year with huge savings on ALL of their tours. I’ve enjoyed many fantastic […]
Christmas Markets Time
I’m standing under the gaze of the town hall in Marktplatz in Dusseldorf’s Old town and rummaging through the beautifully handcrafted ornaments. Warm white light fills the air that’s laced with cinnamon and nutmeg. […]
Howth Foraging Tours
There’s something lovely about a day trip close to home. I couldn’t have travelled much closer than the heart of Howth Village recently to meet with Nicole Dunne of Howth Foraging to spend the day […]
The Hills of Donegal
Watch my interview about the Inishowen Peninsula on RTE’s Today Show I kissed a camel once. His soft furry lips were not too unlike those of a charming Alpaca that I met when I was […]
The Lodge at Ashford Castle
From the moment my car turns in through the pillared entrance of Ashford Castle Estate I’m whisked away to another time. The estate oozes polite luxury on a grand scale offering a chance to live […]
Head To Armagh
It’s becoming clear moments after arriving at Navan Fort that stories are at the heart of Armagh’s cultural heritage. Celtic mythology is ingrained into the landscape and creatively displayed at Navan Centre. Being the ancient […]
Christmas Meet Ups With Ireland’s Blue Book
One of my favourite things about the run up to Christmas is that little extra effort we make to meet up with friends and family that we haven’t seen in a while. It’s never too […]
Viceroy Ombria Resort, A Sustainable Paradise
In the balmy stillness, the waxing moon hangs like a pendant on the neck of the almighty. The conditions are ideal for hunting stars under the Algarvian night sky. I lean forward and squint into […]
Family Time at Eccles Hotel
It’s rather nice to take a road trip in Ireland for a mini-staycation anytime of the year – and when your adult children have been working and studying abroad it’s a great way to gather […]