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Ireland’s best and most beautiful lakes

With an estimated 12,000 lakes (or loughs) in Ireland, the Emerald Isle is the perfect place for a relaxing waterside break. With so many stunning locations to choose from, you can’t really go wrong when looking for a wonderful waterside break, but you might need a little help finding the perfect one for you. So […]

6 Incredible Irish Escapes

Amazing scenery, lovely food and drink and the warmest of welcomes, there’s nowhere like Ireland, and there’s nothing like a break in the Emerald Isle either. There's plenty of Irish inspiration to choose from with pet-friendly escapes, luxury accommodation, coastal cottages, amazing views and much more available.

March Events and Activities in the UK

With spring approaching there are plenty of opportunities to get outdoors and enjoy the beauty of Britain in bloom. But even if the weather lets us down, there’s more than enough to enjoy in March. Take a look at a few of our picks for the best events and activities throughout the month – including […]

8 Fantastic No-Fly Holidays to Enjoy in 2018

You don’t need to catch a plane to enjoy some of Europe’s best breaks. Whatever you’re looking for from a holiday: bright sun, great walks or fantastic food, the best of travel can be enjoyed without your feet leaving the ground! No baggage fees or check-in queues, flight delays or cancellations, with no-flying you can […]

5 Fang-tastic Dracula Locations in the UK and Ireland

Dracula was originally published in 1897. While this may make him a bit long in tooth (we’re here all week), when you consider all the TV and film adaptations, books, toys and costumes celebrating Bram Stoker’s creation over the years, you can definitely say he has become immortal. To mark Dracula’s enduring legacy, here are 5 […]

Watch the Skies: How to Spot the Northern Lights in the UK & Ireland

Illuminating our dark skies to the perpetual wonder of mankind, the Aurora Borealis are usually associated with the freezing north. But, armed with the right information and a little bit of luck, the Northern Lights can be observed even over British horizons. Follow our simple sky-gazing guide for your best chance to catch this natural […]

Made in Ireland: 5 Stunning Film & TV Locations You Can Visit

Star Wars The climactic scenes of Episode VII: The Force Awakens may have seemed otherworldly but they were actually filmed in the very earthly haven of Skellig Michael in Ireland – with very little computer enhancement needed! Access to the Skellig Islands was limited before the film’s release in December 2015, and has only become […]

Celebrate St Patrick’s Day the authentic way

St Patrick’s Day, 17th March is the biggest date in Ireland’s cultural calendar. It’s a national holiday celebrating the patron saint with street parades, music, dance and plenty of Guinness. St Patrick is seen as a champion of the Irish people, his life and legend symbolising struggles against adversity and of course a reason for […]

A Journey through Ireland – a few Highlights from the Emerald Isle

In many ways Ireland is the ultimate holiday destination: there’s a wealth of peace and quiet for those seeking tranquil times and more than enough vibrant culture in its towns and cities – including the fantastic cosmopolitan capital. All of this is surrounded in some of the most stunning scenery that you could find on any holiday. What’s […]

A selection of the UK and Ireland’s best historical attractions

The UK and Ireland are home to a huge range of historical attractions, from castles and cathedrals to relics and Roman ruins. Every year, both British and overseas visitors book their breaks with these attractions in mind – and so here’s a round up of our top historical attractions in the UK and Ireland. The […]