It’s Easter already! Didn’t we just catch our breath from Chrissy? If you’re like me and it’s crept up on you, here are some ideas of how to celebrate, both here and around the world. 1. Sydney's Royal Easter Show, is a no brainer for fun. Yes, it’s a commitment, it draws huge crowds with promises ...
Chocolate Heaven in Turin
Turin – or as the locals know it Torino, is the capital city of Piedmont. It's also Chocolate heaven! Yep, since the 17th century, it’s been the chocolate heart of Europe. So, considering we are all salivating over yummy chocolate at this time of year (even for a ‘savoury girl’ like m’self), I thought I'd ...
Barberstown Castle, Ireland
'Do you believe in ghosts? How could you not in Ireland, more's the point, how could you not when staying at Barberstown Castle?' Located in Straffan, a village in County Kildare, I arrived here on a misty morning and I swear there was a shift in energy. The stories that are told here, the history ...
Shamrocker, Ireland
The Radical Travel Network is a company which runs tours through Scotland, Ireland and England. It is run by three Campbell brothers who returned from a backpacking holiday and decided to start a backpack business with a difference. Tours are taken in Mercedes midi-coaches and passengers are aged between 16 and 35 – give or take. ...
Ireland
I travelled to Ireland in August of 2014 to visit my family and some amazing pubs, landmarks dotted across the country and explore my roots. Here are a few tips on What to Do and What Not to Do when you visit the Emerald Isle. WHAT TO DO: Matt Molloys in Westport was the best pub I've ever been to ...