Visiting Christmas markets is a great way to kick off the festive season, and I’ve got the best Christmas markets in Europe right here! Pottering around wooden market stalls, listening to carol singing, and sipping mulled wine in crisp December air – can you think of a better way to get into the Christmas mood? […]

10+ Amazing city breaks for families including bucket list destinations, and classics such as London and Rome – the ideal list for weekend breaks with kids. City breaks for families should be embraced. Describing ancient Rome to your kids is so much easier when you are inside the Colosseum, Barcelona no longer becomes just a […]

30+ Incredible Ireland City Breaks That you NEED to add to your 2023 bucket list. With new Ireland City Breaks routes announced, as well as some old favourites, I have hand-picked some of the best European city destinations for 2023. I’m a big fan of city breaks. I love how much you can discover in […]

From iconic attractions to insider tours, magnificent churches to vibrant neighbourhoods, I’ve picked my top 10 things to do in Rome. You would want to be made of stone if Rome did not impress you. There are ancient wonders at every corner – The Colosseum, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, I could go on and on. There […]

My Malaga travel guide has the top things to do in Malaga, where to stay in Malaga, and the best places to enjoy tasty tapas! After many years of turning right when I arrived in Malaga airport, I finally got around to staying in the city. Malaga airport is frequented by millions of international visitors […]

This Madrid travel guide lists the top things to do, the best places to eat, and where to stay in Madrid.  Want to know where to find the best tapas, where to get the best views of the city, or where to stay in Madrid? I asked a travel expert who has visited Madrid numerous […]

A beautiful coastal city renowned for terrific sightseeing and a great food scene, book a weekend break in Lisbon and explore one of Europe’s great cities. Lisbon is one Europe’s top city break destinations, and after my recent visit I now know why! It has a beautiful old town, with pastel-coloured buildings with terracotta rooftops […]

Old towns, captivating castles, trendy food spots and top Instagram locations, you won’t want to miss my top 10 things to do in Lisbon. I recently returned from a fabulous weekend in Lisbon. I had visited briefly many years ago, but it wasn’t until I spent three full days exploring this vibrant city that I […]

Visit the Christmas markets in Munich this year and kick off the festive season in style. I have highlighted some favourites, along with where to stay in Munich, to make the most of your Christmas market break. Germany’s Christmas markets are renowned all over the world, and Bavaria’s capital has some of the best. Christmas […]

My Barcelona travel guide has some great recommendations on where to stay in Barcelona, and the top things to do in Barcelona, as well as some top tips for shopping and dining. It’s no surprise that Barcelona is one of the world’s best city break destinations. It’s got amazing architecture, mouthwatering cuisine, buzzing nightlife and […]

In this week’s Best Travel Deals I have a spring break in the Amalfi Coast, all-inclusive deals to Crete and the Dominican Republic, a family holiday to Greece, a weekend break in Toulouse for €167, luxury escorted tours and a cruise and stay in New Orleans.     Best last minute: Escape to the Amalfi […]

Planning a city break to Lisbon but not sure where to stay?  I’ve hand-picked highly rated Lisbon Hotels to help you make the most of this charming city.  A beautiful coastal city built on seven hills, renowned for terrific sightseeing and a great food scene, it’s not surprising that Lisbon is one of Europe’s top […]

Toulouse is filled with colourful streets, an ancient centre and vibrant nightlife. Throw in one of France’s best food markets and you have the perfect city break. My Toulouse travel blog has all you need to know, what to do, where to stay, and where to taste the best French cuisine.   I’m not often […]

Christmas shopping is always a good excuse for a getaway. You can even justify the cost of the trip, by the savings you make! From London to New York, Berlin to Barcelona, check out five of the best cities for Christmas shopping breaks and get planning!   London London is one of the best cities […]

With five UNESCO World Heritage Sites, stunning beaches and some of Italy’s prettiest towns, there are many top places to visit in Puglia. However, I have narrowed this list to three that can’t be missed!  We enjoyed a magical few days exploring the top places to visit in Puglia, but it wasn’t long before we […]

I have always been a lover of Italy. I spent many years travelling the length and breath of the country, visiting it’s beautiful hilltop towns and walled cities. However, nothing I had previously seen prepared me for our weekend in Matera. Looking at Google maps, it seemed like a straight forward drive from Bari airport […]

Christmas Markets offer a truly unique experience full of colourful stalls, intoxicating aromas and an unforgettable ambiance. I have compiled a list of some of the best alternative Christmas markets in 2019 to help you get your festive juices flowing.   You may have already seen my post on Europe’s Top 10 Christmas Markets, well […]

A classic New York hotel on the Upper West Side with spacious rooms and stunning views. Here are six reasons why I think the Beacon Hotel is the best choice for a family stay in New York. I have stayed in my fair share of hotels in Manhattan over many visits. I have stayed in […]

A UNESCO World Heritage site, full of colourful buildings, delightful streets, with a great food and wine scene – choose Porto for your next city break. As well as being a beautiful city offering excellent value for money, Porto is easily accesible. After a short 2 hour 20 minute flight from Dublin, I settled in […]

Chase the Northern Lights, swim in the Blue Lagoon and marvel at Gullfoss Waterfall – there are so many things to do in Iceland – here are my favourites. Icelanders are so proud of their country, and so they should be. You get the feeling you are somewhere pure, with the cleanest air and the […]

I am often asked to write a guide to Las Vegas with recommendations about what to do and where to stay. Unfortunately I haven’t visited Las Vegas yet so I had to ask for help…    I spoke to Ciaran Mulligan A.K.A THE FABULOUS TRAVELLER, because he has been to Vegas a staggering eight times! […]