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When I was younger, storybooks kept me company and were my only option for seeing the world. Although now I am finally able to explore the globe and go on real adventures I once only was able to secretly plot in my head, I still drift towards books, because reading is the best way of […]
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One of those things that would never lose value for me personally is time spent travelling and exploring the world together with my family. Travel inspires me to jump out of bed before the sunrise, encourages me to spend that extra hour at work and to say no to material things. There’s legitimately nothing better […]
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I was raised in a small town that had train tracks running right through it, and ever since then, seeing and hearing trains has always brought me a sense of discovery and wonder. They activate my imagination and trigger my passion for exploring places near and far. Having travelled extensively by train in my early […]
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There’s nothing like having your bags packed, boarding passes printed and passports ready for the journey ahead! It makes everything come into perspective, and it reminded me of how hungry my inquisitive mind, body, and soul were for new encounters. When summer days are numbered in Ireland and most of Europe, there are plenty of places where the […]
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Arriving by car in Belfast’s city centre, the end of a journey from Northwest Ireland that skirts past many towns and villages, you cannot fail to admire the cities appeal as it has a pace and bustle you’ll find nowhere else in Northern Ireland. The city’s core is Donegall Square with the City Hall in […]
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Getting out into the wild and being surrounded by birds, trees and all living things is the best remedy for body and soul. It’s our sanctuary and happy place all in one. We believe that every wild and beautiful place we visit lets us experience living in the moment, mould us into who we are […]
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A great destination for a day trip or a longer holiday, Edinburgh has a lot to offer in terms of things to do and sights to see. The city is especially appealing to those seeking architectural beauty, curious landmarks, and immersion in the Scottish way to be. When it comes to things to do in […]
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Looking for the best things to do in Derry? Well, you’re in the right place. To get to grips with Northern Ireland’s history, a visit to its cities is essential. You can choose Belfast where grand public buildings line its streets, explore the cathedral town of Armagh where St Patrick is said to have established […]
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For several years, I’ve heard Clare Island, a mountainous island guarding the entrance to Clew Bay, described with glowing superlatives. It was often referred to as a place where you can breathe in the fresh air, connect to the natural world and forget about your day to day duties. So when our well-planned and well-anticipated […]
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With its historic architecture, cobbled streets and Edinburgh Castle dominating the skyline, the Scottish capital is a beautiful hub of art and creativity, that’s brimming with neighbourhoods that each have a unique atmosphere. You can stop by Newhaven – a fishing village west of Leith, founded in the 1400s or visit Bruntsfield where James IV gathered the […]
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Ireland, situated in Northern Europe just West of the United Kingdom, is a sought tourist destination for many reasons – the curving coastline sculpted by the full force of the Atlantic Ocean often leave a lasting impression, the landscapes of barren limestone and sacred sights are steeped in myths and legends, and traditional fishing villages are […]
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The primary emotion that washed over me once the hissing doors of the Airport shuttle bus closed behind my back and my feet hit the wet pavement was pure adoration. Edinburgh is a ridiculously good looking city and there is plenty to stimulate the senses as you mander between Edinburgh’s Old Town attractions and the […]
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The unexpectedly frosty morning that stopped everyone in their tracks a couple of months ago in Sligo was a gentle reminder that the winter is coming and is coming fast. And before I could even blink – December and the festive season that usually provides a welcome break from daily routines and responsibilities was upon […]
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Our first visit to County Donegal, where we stayed in Bundoran, visited Slieve League Cliffs and went surfing with TurfnSurf Surf school, felt like a rushed trip with way too much crammed into it. Various attractions and little villages we longed to finally see in County Donegal were connected by narrow country roads, and it […]
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On April 14th 1912, only four days into its maiden voyage, the RMS Titanic collided with a massive iceberg near Newfoundland, Canada and sank to the bottom of the North Atlantic Ocean taking about 1,500 passengers and crew with her. Experts are still debating possible causes of this historic disaster of why the ship sank to […]
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