Christmas at the Hardiman Hotel
Galway is always a treat to visit and this time of year it’s especially inviting as The Christmas Markets are in full flow. I was on the busy 11.25 from Hueston Station and with […]
Destinations
Black Friday Travel Deals
It’s Black Friday and there are plenty of great deals to be found with the Irish Travel Agencies. I’ve pulled together a few that caught my eye to suit all tastes. If this is your […]
Shop and Stay for Christmas at The Westin Dublin, Brookes Hotel and The Pembroke Hotel
The Westin, Dublin Doing the Christmas shopping needn’t be a chore, especially if you fancy a trip to Dublin. Although I live at the end of the Dart Line, an overnight stay in the […]
Faro City Break
Jaoquin picks up a shell with a perfectly drilled hole through its centre and hands it to me. He informs me this is how the clam who used to live peacefully within met his gruesome […]
Ireland’s Blue Book has some New Members
A Luxurious Georgian Mansion, Quirky Townhouse, Historic Inn, Elegant Townhouse and 15th Century Castle join Ireland’s Blue Book for 2023. I’m a big fan of Ireland’s Blue Book and look forward to finding out each […]
Christmas Markets in Nuremberg Germany
It’s that time of year when travel junkies start to think of Christmas Markets and I’ve already done the hard work and found the perfect destination. Nuremberg has one of the oldest markets in Germany […]
East Meets West at Lough Erne Resort
I’ve stayed at Lough Erne Resort in County Fermanagh in the past, so I jumped at an invite to revisit last week to sample exciting new developments at the Thai Spa. Few places offer […]
Paw-fect Pet Stays in Ireland
One of the most notable changes in many homes over the last two years is the increase in family pets. So when it comes to travel it’s no surprise that there is a higher […]
Sorrento Mum and Son Trip with Topflight
Sometimes it’s not the destination, it’s who you travel with that makes a holiday special. Personally, travel with my family is one of life’s greatest pleasures. My son, Mark, has a penchant for Italy […]
World Paella Day 2022
I will be away for World Paella Day this year but it doesn’t mean I won’t be making Paella when I return. I had the great pleasure of enjoying this dish in the home of […]