A True Taste of the Heart of Ireland
The geographical centre of Ireland is generally considered to be near the village of Kilbeggan in County Westmeath and whether you’re a local or a visitor, you need to put it on your ‘must-visit’ list. Particularly to visit the oldest licensed whiskey distillery in Ireland, dating as far back as 1757 – Kilbeggan Distillery. If […]
Tenerife fun with a local touch
Dozens of flights depart from Ireland every week for the Canary Island of Tenerife. What is it about this volcanic outcrop that keeps Irish travellers coming back? Because of its location, off the northwest coast of Africa, the climate offers warm waters and plenty of sunshine. Surely there is nothing much to do except visit […]
Birth of a new Star
Princess Cruises began in 1965, founded by Stanley McDonald. It commenced with just one small ship – the Princess Patricia – offering cruises along the Mexican Riviera. From those early days, the brand has grown into one of the most recognised names in cruising, thanks to its starring role in the classic TV series The […]
Magical family trip Yule never forget
When I reflect on Christmas, my mind immediately thinks of the North Pole – carpets of snow, twinkling lights, Santa’s workshop busy with working elves and that unmistakable feeling of pure magic. It’s the kind of wonder we are all meant to feel, no matter our age. If you love Christmas, whether as a wide-eyed […]
A Truly Iconic Sailing
I took my very first ocean cruise in 2024, and nothing could have prepared me for it. My twins and I stepped onboard with our mouths wide open and we didn’t close them until we got off seven days later. The ship was Royal Caribbean‘s Odyssey of the Seas and it was massive – over […]
Child’s Play
When my twins turned eight, I started seriously thinking about going on holidays – just the three of us – as I am a solo mother. There aren’t many people lining up to travel with someone like me and young twins, so I opened the laptop and got researching family-friendly spots. We started with road […]
Cruising as a Solo Parent
When you are a solo parent of twins, holidays can feel like a military operation. They involve the three Ps: plan, pack and pray you survive! So booking a cruise with my twins felt either wildly brave or slightly mad. But somewhere between the kids’ activities, the all-you-can-eat buffet and the thrill of waking up […]
The West’s Simple Pleasures
A trip ‘Into the West’ is always an adventure and full of surprises. We decided to do a road trip to Geesala in Mayo. Just under a four hour drive, we broke it up by having lunch in Longford. The road infrastructure is good and the scenery is breathtaking when you get further away from […]
An Arabian adventure with a Roman twist
If you’re after a mix of beach, desert adventures and rich culture – Tunisia might just surprise you. Think golden sands, ancient ruins, camel rides and visiting real movie sets from Star Wars, The English Patient, Indiana Jones and the Life of Brian. The kids will love the medinas that feel like an adventure maze, […]
Epic Trails and Seaside Tales
Two years ago, I drove to catch the ferry from Cleggan Pier to Inishbofin, and I’ll never forget the drive after bypassing Galway, heading towards Clifden through Maam Cross. The sheer beauty of the landscape took my breath away. So when the chance came up for a Connemara road trip, I jumped at it. First […]
Just for Honeymooners? Not – atoll!
Are you looking for a family holiday that is hot all year round, has world class attractions, theme parks that will have your children squealing with excitement, stunning beaches, desert adventures and a direct flight from Dublin! – Dubai should be on your travel list. Flying with Emirates is the obvious choice as it is […]
Get your kicks in Liverpool
My children are football mad and their choice of club they follow is Liverpool. For me it’s a unanimous decision to also be a Liverpool fan. For Christmas my daughter requested a holiday to England and my youngest son asked to go to a match at Anfield. Me? I wanted a nice hotel with a […]