Latest travel updates on summer travel: When can I travel overseas? How to get a refund if I can’t travel? These, and lots more of your frequently asked questions, answered here. I have a strange feeling of déjà vu. I recall writing a similar post regarding travel updates on summer travel in April 2020. Little […]

Visitors from countries considered as ‘high risk’ are now required to pre-book mandatory hotel quarantine in Ireland.   Mandatory hotel quarantine in Ireland is now required for arrivals from high risk countries, as well as people who fail to produce a negative PCR test on arrival. The booking portal is available to access here.     […]

Don’t stress about car boot space, buy a roof rack instead. My handy guide will help you choose the right roof rack in minutes! If you are thinking of investing in sports equipment, camping gear, or planning a vacation where you might need excess luggage, then having a roof rack is vital. Perhaps you joined […]

Paddle boards, pet accessories, bike racks and camping gear – get your staycation essentials early this year to make the most of your summer holidays. The demand for outdoor experiences has never been greater. We’ve swapped overseas travel for staycations, and gyms and leisure centres for outdoor exercise. The result has been a massive demand […]

Want to try something new this summer? Inflatable paddle boards are light, portable, and easy to use. This handy guide will tell you how to choose the right SUP board and why you should buy one! Do you remember the massive obsession with water sports last summer? My social media feeds were full of sunrise […]

Whether you are a first time camper, or a veteran, this camping equipment checklist will ensure you pack smart for your next camping trip. Primary school teacher Eibhlin has enjoyed many camping holidays and has picked up some great tips and tricks along the way. You can read her top tips for camping in Ireland […]

Travel tips, destination advice, and insurance requirements – check out my top tips for booking holidays during Covid-19. Despite the current rise in Covid cases in many countries, including Ireland, the promise of a vaccine has got people starting to believe that they will be able to travel abroad this summer. With this in mind […]

Looking for the perfect present for someone who loves to travel? My unique travel gifts will give you plenty of inspiration.   I am fortunate that I can justify spending money on travel accessories, and one of my guilty pleasures is browsing websites to see what’s new. I have picked some of my favourite items […]

Confused by the new EU traffic light system for travel? My handy guide has all the categories, restrictions and quarantine rules. On Sunday 8th November, the Irish Government implemented the new EU traffic light system for travel, and following a few amendments, it appears we finally have a workable system in place – well almost! […]

Latest Travel Updates: ALL passengers arriving into Ireland are required to produce a negative PCR test. Arrivals from high risk countries require mandatory quarantine. Fines in place for any non-essential travel.  I will be updating this post regularly with travel updates due to coronavirus, so bookmark it and make it your go-to post for the […]

My handy guide outlines how to get a refund from Ryanair, if you booked directly on the Ryanair website, or if you booked via a travel agency.   Getting refunds is not exactly easy during the best of times, but in a pandemic, it is obviously going to be a lot harder. Ryanair have reported […]

Travelling overseas anytime soon? Make sure you fill out the passenger locator forms before you travel to ensure you are not denied entry.   Most countries have introduced Passenger Locator Forms to help manage and trace Covid-19 cases, but did you know that in some cases you need to fill these out 48 hours before […]

Holidaying in Ireland during Covid-19? Check out my top staycation tips to help you make the most of your break away.   I was fortunate to enjoy two staycations in Kilkenny and Mayo last summer, and I was really surprised at how easily I adapted to holidaying in Ireland during Covid-19. I recall the first […]

Create lists of must-see locations, get restaurant recommendations from locals, and make friends with your Google Assistant – let these Google Maps tips help you make the most out of your staycation this year.    I was fortunate to travel to Majorca with Google last year, and I learned so much about the many features […]

Should I stay or should I go? A question I have been asked so many times lately! While this is a personal decision, hopefully my handy guide should help if you are thinking of travelling overseas this summer.   Thankfully the promise of a vaccine has many of us thinking of travelling overseas this summer. […]

As overseas travel begins to resume, I share my top tips for travelling during Covid-19 to help you on your way.   There is no doubt that coronavirus has changed how we live in so many ways. Simple every day tasks like grocery shopping and going to the gym have changed dramatically, and travelling during […]

‘When can we travel again?’ was the top searched question on Google last week. Find out my thoughts below.     I was surprised to learn that ‘when can we travel again’ was the top searched question in Ireland last week. I should clarify, I am not surprised that people want to know when we […]

Struggling to get in touch with your airline? I’ve got five steps that show to how to get a refund if your flight is cancelled.   In these uncertain times, airlines like many travel companies, are struggling to stay in business. You will see many airlines encouraging you to change your travel dates by waiving […]

Shopping online these days? Fancy some new loungewear or toys for the kids? Collect Avios at home now, and pay for flights with Avios later in the year.   I love online shopping, no hassle with parking, no crowds and no queues! However, with more and more retail stores closing, shopping online is no longer […]

I have all your travel insurance questions answered below, as well as some top tips to make sure you are adequately covered for future travel plans.     Before you think of booking or cancelling a holiday due to coronavirus, you should check the travel advice from the Department of Foreign Affairs website. They ultimately […]

Bringing the kids skiing for the first time? Check out my top 10 tips for family ski holidays and get off to a flying start!   I’m just back from our first family ski holiday in Austria, and to say I learned a lot is an understatement. I had skied five times previously, but it […]