Lifestyle
The Book Corner
Check out a few of the books that we loved this month. They are perfect for a good read on a lovely summer’s evening or if you are looking for a great book to take to the beach…
Learn to Say No…..
Just Say No Learning to say ‘no’ can be one of the most difficult things in life. So many of us are people pleasers, are too nice to say no and often put the needs of others above our own. It might be down to avoiding conflict, such as the very Irish trait of not [...]
Honeymoon Hotspots
As owner and Managing Director of Host PR, Ireland’s only dedicated hospitality and travel PR company, Tim Magee travels a lot. By his own admission, probably too much. Last year alone saw him travel 81,000 kilometres and spend 234 hotel nights in 33 hotels in 21 countries. For many, splashing out on a honeymoon is [...]
Weekend Away | Farnham Estate, Co Cavan
Grainne McMahon visits Cavan town, pops up to Enniskillen for and unconventional shopping trip but for the most part checks out what the Radisson Blu Farnham Estate has to offer for a weekend away. After a busy few weeks we needed a weekend break but wanted to be away from the hustle and [...]
Galway’s Little Fighters
It is every expectant parent’s worst nightmare – the baby you have long wanted arrives before the ninth month of your pregnancy. Thousands of people here are plunged into a world of uncertainty and worry every year when the child they are expecting arrives before their due date, often with medical problems and thankfully less [...]
Five Days In Vegas
Grainne McMahon visits Las Vegas and finds out what all the fuss is about. This is my second time in Las Vegas, a place I describe as a ‘Disneyland for adults,’ where you can forget the real world for a few days and indulge in outrageous roller coaster rides, West End type entertainment [...]
There’s Something About Laura
She was a highlight of the Electric Picnic this year and is fast becoming one of Ireland’s biggest Indie music stars. Stella Meehan caught up with Laura Sheeran to talk musical collaborations, growing up in Galway and her cousin Ed. As a first cousin of one of the world’s biggest pop stars, you might be [...]
More than meets the eye
“What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger”, this old adage can certainly be applied to many scenarios but for one young man it certainly rings true. Liam Cullinane is an inspiration due to his bravery in fighting meningitis and emerging stronger than ever. Liam was born in Edinburgh but completed his secondary school education here [...]
Greek Haven of Hydra Offers Escape From Reality
By Aoibheann McNamara This is my third trip to the island of Hydra, a Greek island two hours by boat from Athens. It is a small island with no cars – just donkeys and lots of cats. It is a perfect place for children where they can feel free. It is also ideal for [...]
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