Kentucky Derby Memories
It’s been four years since my first visit to Kentucky. The majestic twin towers of Churchill Downs and the pounding of galloping hooves as they run for the roses will stay with me as the […]
Novel travel
Celebrations at Castle Leslie Estate
Birthdays are important, so too are anniversaries. As my daughter, Nicole, turned 18 last month I took the opportunity to celebrate her special date at Castle Leslie Estate which next week meets the milestone […]
Top Spa Retreats in Ireland and Europe
Since the return to a more hectic pace of life it’s even more important to take time out to spoil ourselves. So I’ve done the hard work and found a cluster of lovely stays […]
Special Offer at the Killyhevlin Lakeside Hotel and Lodges, Fermanagh Lakelands
With so many people travelling to Northern Ireland last year and discovering the top class accommodation on offer and warm hospitality, there’s never been a better time to take a break up at the Fermanagh […]
Sweet Home Alabama Road Trip
“Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you’re gonna get.” After the last two years the wise words of Forrest Gump certainly ring true. I’m often asked which route makes the […]
Valencia is Spain’s Best Kept Secret
Valencia is home to culinary excellence, mind boggling architecture and every year it hosts the spectacular Fallas Festival which is an explosion of culture, traditions and art. Not satisfied with such accolades it was […]
Mother’s Day Travel Gifts
As Mother’s Day looms on March 27th, this will be the second I’ll be spending without my mum. I loved travelling with my mother. We spent many special weekends together in cities scattered across Europe […]
Family Holidays on Ireland AM
It’s time to think about your summer holidays and if you’ve a family to bring along you really need to be prepared. There is still plenty of availability but it will get more expensive to […]
Summer Holidays on Newstalk
Newstalk summer Holidays March 17th My advice is to get booking as prices will undoubtedly rise as the summer progresses with issues such as fuel costs so the sooner you book the better prepared you […]
Camping in France with Siblu
There’s a palpable desire to travel looming in the air. I’ve received many emails from readers enquiring about ideas for family holidays this summer. When my children were younger planning a family holiday was something […]