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People-Watching and Day-Dreaming in Madrid

During a recent 36-hour visit to Madrid, my travel buddy Allie Sheehan and I were surprised by just how balmy the weather was for the end of January. I was dressed in a deeply uncomfortable ensemble: black tights and a thick wool skirt, while Allie, at least, had the sense to go tight-less and in […]

Rock the Globe & Book Your Next Musical Adventure with Cassidy Travel!

Cassidy Travel invites you to embark on a melodic journey in 2024, offering a range of exciting musical experiences to satisfy every taste. Whether you’re a fan of Irish legends, classical performances, or pop nostalgia, Cassidy Travel has the perfect musical adventure for you. Sinead O’Connor & Shane MacGowan Tribute in New York Date: 20th […]

Bilbao: A Captivating Blend of Basque Culture and Modernity

Bilbao Basque Country

Nestled in the heart of the Basque Country, Bilbao beckons travelers with its unique blend of rich cultural heritage and contemporary charm. This vibrant city, located in northern Spain, offers an enticing mix of Basque traditions, culinary delights, and world-class attractions. With its ease of access from Ireland, Bilbao is an ideal destination for those […]

Spanish Tourism Board and Parador Hotels Launch Exclusive Ireland Competition

Spain

The Spanish Tourism Board, in partnership with Parador Hotels, has launched a competition for residents in the Republic of Ireland under their campaign #YouDeserveSpain. Until 11th December 2023, anyone can register on the dedicated website for the chance to win a 5-day trip to Spain for two people, including return flights and Paradores accommodation in […]

Planning Your Camino de Santiago Journey

Monte Gozo Pilgrim Route

The most famous Camino or pilgrimage is to the Cathedral of St. James in Santiago in Northern Spain, where the remains of the apostle St. James were interred. It is also known as the Way of St. James. This journey also appears in the film The Way, in which Martin Sheen unexpectedly follows his deceased son’s […]

Valencia – 24 Hours To Explore

Valencia in 24 Hours

It is no surprise that Valencia is the World Capital of Design for 2022, every where you look your eye is drawn by something smart and stylish. Consider the street lamp posts, not just any old lamp posts but ones that are beautifully designed and ooze style.  Valencia – 24 Hours To Explore Spain’s third […]

Five Wineries You Need to Visit in 2022

Discover the Best Wineries

Who doesn’t like a wine tour? Now that travel is back and booming again, it is the perfect time to experience some of the best wine tours in the world. Five Wineries You Need to Visit in 2022 Penfolds Magill Estate, Adelaide, Australia Experience a wine fabulous experience at Magill Estate, the home of Penfolds. […]

Five of the Best Cities for a Couples Getaway this Valentine

Top 5 Romantic Getaway Cities

Now that Christmas has passed, it’s time to start thinking romance. Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching so I’ve decided to do the hard work for you. Here are five of the best places to take your significant other this Valentine’s Day. Five of the Best Cities to Take your Partner this Valentine’s Day Paris, France […]

Taking the Road Less Travelled

Exploring Offbeat Destinations

by Isabel Conway Distant Fields may not be all that greener as everyone bitten by the ‘walking bug’ during Ireland’s outdoor revolution since our first COVID -19 pandemic lockdown discovered. Over a year on, our wings may still be clipped, but bookings for organized hikes and more leisurely meanders through the country’s history, taking forgotten […]

Making a Splash in Lanzarote, Ireland’s favourite Canary Island

Canary Island

With foreign travel on freeze and summer abroad cancelled by the COVID -19 pandemic one of the most successful Irish run hospitality businesses in The Canaries takes the pulse on the challenges ahead.  Travel Times meets Dubliner Geraldine McFadden. Geraldine is a dynamic travel industry veteran, formerly a destination rep for Club Travel, among other […]

Wildlife Conservation Travel in Europe

By Isabel Conway Conservation usually conjures up images of saving wild animals and the fragile eco-systems of remote communities on the other side of the world. Yet, on our doorsteps Europe is increasingly at risk of losing many of its last remaining wild spaces and areas of natural beauty along with already seriously endangered wildlife.Over […]