Taste of the city: Barcelona Emma Lahiffe recently enjoyed a whistle-stop tour of some of Barcelona’s best eateries. They say that the atmosphere in a tapas bar should match the spirit of a well-loved pub in Ireland.…
12 incredible things to do in Seattle Fondly known as The Emerald City, Seattle sits pretty between Puget Sound and Lake Washington on the Pacific Northwest. Home to must-visit sights like the Space Needle and Pike Place Market, Seattle…
6 stunning hidden beaches in Spain From Galicia’s glistening ocean waters to Andalucia’s stunning hidden coves, Spain is home to some of the world’s most beautiful beaches… but some of its most dazzling are well off the beaten…
Flying visit: 48 hours in Bilbao Home to the dazzling Guggenheim Museum, a buzzing nightlife and an enviable food scene, Bilbao is the beating heart of the Basque Country. 700 years of rich culture and tradition merge with…
Why Bordeaux should be your next city break Sitting elegantly on the crescent-shaped Garonne river in south-west France, Bordeaux boasts a beautiful blend of classical charm and modern innovation. Emma Lahiffe recently spent 48 hours in the wine capital of…
Flying visit: 48 hours in Frankfurt With its welcoming apple wine taverns, magical Christmas markets and a fabulous array of first-rate museums, Frankfurt is well worth a flying visit. Emma Lahiffe recently spent 48 hours in the German…
7 reasons to visit Seattle in 2018 Perched on Puget Sound in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle is famous for its soaring Space Needle set against the spectacular Mount Rainier. The city has a special gift for nurturing splendid talent.…
Fall in love with Lisbon in 48 hours With its glorious sunshine, grand boulevards and legendary custard tarts, it’s no surprise that Lisbon is one of Europe’s most lusted after cities. Emma Lahiffe recently spent 48 hours in the sun-kissed…
Belfast and the Causeway Coast: best in travel for 2018 Newly crowned as Lonely Planet’s best region to visit in 2018, Belfast and the Causeway Coast has been firmly established as one of the world’s top holiday destinations. Plan a trip and see…
Take an action-packed autumn break in Ireland In the words of the great W.B. Yeats: ‘The trees are in their autumn beauty’ here in Ireland. Forget the fabled forty shades of green – as the island turns glorious shades of gold…
Europe’s Best Christmas Markets for 2017 ‘Tis the season to take a Christmas market trip to the fairy-lit city of your choice. Hand-crafted trinkets, piping hot mugs of mulled wine and freshly-baked festive treats are set to fill…
48 Hours In… Amsterdam There’s something special about Amsterdam in the autumn. As the trees lining the ancient canals turn rich shades of red and gold and the sprawling Vondelpark transforms into a spectacular sea of…