Relax into a Slower Summer Holiday
There is a particular kind of stress that comes with planning a family holiday and this summer, why not look at making it less demanding and more about the adventure. With ongoing concerns around aviation fuel supply and the knock-on effect on flights, more families will be thinking of a Plan B. For many, the […]
Timeless Treat By The Sea
I have such fond memories of going to the Royal Marine Hotel in Dún Laoghaire for afternoon tea with my mother and sister. It always felt like a real treat – sitting in the Bay Lounge, looking out at the sea, working our way through sandwiches, scones with jam and clotted cream and more cakes […]
Beyond the Blue
If you’ve ever spent time in Australia, you will know that unmistakable early morning soundtrack – the call of the kookaburra. It’s one of those sounds that stays with you. I didn’t know what to expect in the Caribbean, but in the Cayman Islands, it’s the crowing of roosters that you hear in the early […]
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 […]
Alpine Sunshine
Picture a Christmas card brought to life – snowcapped peaks, wooden chalets perched above the clouds like a hidden village in the sky – that’s Verbier. Now take away the snow and you’ve still got something magical. While it’s known for skiing, Verbier in summer is packed with adventures and perfect for families. The flight […]
Fun is right around the corner at the Carlton Hotel Blanchardstown
I often travel long distances to hotels around Ireland in different counties to find out what is there for families like me who travel solo with children. But sometimes you don’t need to travel over four hours to find a hotel that has it all. My Google maps came up at 27 minutes to my […]
Narnia in the heart of Kildare
Step through the doors of this enchanting hotel and you might just feel like you’ve wandered into the magical world of Narnia except you will be in the magical world of Naas. With its cosy corners, quirky furnishings, plush fabrics, dramatic chandeliers and rooms filled with vintage charm and rich textures; the atmosphere feels like […]
Northern Sights
Our Belfast adventure was planned with a mix of history, luxury and a touch of fantasy. From exploring the Titanic Belfast to stepping into the world of Game of Thrones, this road trip had something for everyone in the family. Our first stop was Titanic Belfast and navigating Belfast’s traffic felt just like the M50 […]
At the heart of family fun in Athlone
On the border of County Roscommon and County Westmeath, lies the town of Athlone, located on the River Shannon near the southern shore of Lough Ree. It is a main shopping hub for the midlands and a popular spot for girly breaks, couples weekends away, business events and for families looking to escape the city […]
The Cork Family who gave peace a chance
Half a century ago in New York, Cork couple Patrick Mulcahy and his wife Kathleen started a conversation about how they could help children from Northern Ireland who were suffering at the height of The Troubles. They had the idea of bringing the children over to enjoy a holiday with host families in the U.S. […]
It’s All Play In Galway Bay…
Leaving the M50 and heading to Galway for a 24 hour visit before the return to school, was exactly what we needed, as August went by in a showery flash. Hoping for sunshine, which came out a few times and as quick, was gone again. Such is an Irish summer and with a family that […]
Come fly with me…to Donegal
“Have you ever flown to Donegal?” I was asked recently. I hadn’t and so my next road trip to Donegal quickly turned into an air trip and car hire adventure for me and my twins. I really don’t mind the 3-4 hour drive and my children don’t get travel sickness in the car but for […]