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 […]

The Camino from Sarria with JWT Travel

“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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Eat Pray Shop! Why We Love Bali

Eat Pray Shop! Why We Love Bali Draped in an orange sarong and standing under a powerful jet of water I’m hopefully washing away all negativity from my earthly body. I’m at Mengening Temple in […]

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