Wellness Breaks with Ireland’s Blue Book
With so much uncertainty around travel at the moment a short wellness break in Ireland might be just the ticket. We are blessed with many lovely resorts around the country that include Spas and […]
2026
Pine Cliffs Summer Gala 2026
This summer, the golden cliffs of the Algarve will set the stage for an unforgettable evening as BRIT Award-winning and Grammy-nominated British singer-songwriter Jessie J headlines the 2026 Summer Gala at Pine Cliffs, a Luxury Collection Resort on 31 July […]
The Ghan Train to the Red Centre of Australia
Outback Spirit Red Centre Spectacular – the Ghan with Journey Beyond by Mark Jackson I’m nestled in my snug cabin, as I watch the world move through my window — rolling mountain ranges, sunlit plains, […]
Australia by Train with Journey Beyond
This winter I travelled to Australia to visit my son in Sydney, who is also a travel writer. Earlier last year he took a trip on the famous Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin and explored […]
Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport Turns 20!
Last night the Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport celebrated turning twenty years old this year and I was fortunate to be at the events at the Runway 28 Rooftop Restaurant and bar. Guests were wined […]
Valentines or Galentines Stays in Ireland
This Valentines why not treat yourself to a lovely staycation break? I’ve some ideal stays for lovers and Galentines to celebrate this romantic time and brighten up the winter days. Romance radiates at Galgorm Collection […]
Sri Lanka with Travel Department
Sri Lanka hangs like a jewel off the south-eastern coast of India. About the size of Ireland and with a vast and varied landscape it boasts 8 UNESCO heritage sites. I’m with my partner, Terry […]
Santorini Land of Desire
The breaking of centuries-old lava crunches beneath our feet as we make our way on the jagged path from Fira to Oia. I’m hiking the ten kilometer trail along the caldera of Santorini with […]