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 […]
Luxury
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 […]
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, Algarve
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 […]
Value Breaks Across Ireland with Original Irish Hotels
As autumn draws in and the summer holidays are over it’s nice to have something to look forward to. I’ve found some Irish hotels offering great value deals to help you slip away for a […]
Dog-Friendly Stay at Butler House, Kilkenny
Kilkenny is one of my favourite cities to visit in Ireland. It’s compact with a fascinating history and plenty of gorgeous eateries and delightful shopping. One of the most charming places to stay in […]
Escaping to Narnia at The Old Inn
Words Mark Jackson originally published in the Irish Daily Mail January 2025 Arriving in the cosy town of Crawfordsburn is like stepping into the pages of a book. We were greeted by a clear blue […]
Christmas Afternoon Teas
It’s Christmas Afternoon Tea Time and I’ve been sent details of some fabulous Teas to choose from this festive season in Dublin. I enjoyed a delicious Afternoon Tea in Cork last weekend when I popped […]
Twixmas Breaks at Mount Juliet
If, like me, you love a winter twixmas break, then this is the time of year to book it. I think I may have found the perfect one too and easily accessed from the east […]