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Photo Gallery – Launch of Neven Maguire’s Italian Food Trails TV Series

On Wednesday 27th September, over 100 food writers, bloggers and food lovers gathered to celebrate the launch of Neven’s Italian Food Trails, a six-part TV culinary and travel series premiering on RTÉ One on Thursday, 5th October. Sponsored by Dunnes Stores Simply Better, the series follows Neven’s journey across Italy, where he meets local food …

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Watch: Billionaire Elon Musk Reveals Rocket That Will Take You Around The World in an Hour

The future of air travel is looking more thrilling by the day, especially given the latest announcement from Elon Musk. The billionaire has proposed city-to-city travel by rocket, right here on earth, with journeys taking an hour or less. This exciting new venture was unveiled by the SpaceX CEO at a space industry conference today, September …

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You Can Now Stay Overnight in One of The UK’s Most Haunted Buildings

Are you afraid of ghosts? You wouldn’t want to be if you have any intention of staying in a notorious former prison, one of the most haunted buildings in the UK. Forget apartments on cliffs and luxurious hotels, true brave souls can now stay in the historical Shepton Mallet Prison in Somerset. This terrifying prison …

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Adventure is Calling – Airbnb Has Revealed the Best Cities for Solo Travel

Travelling in groups with friends and family is great, but sometimes, trying to decide on where to go and what to do can be a bit stressful, which is why solo travel is so important. If you just want to take some time out and experience cities your own way, it’s worth knowing where to …

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Photo Gallery – Guinness Cork Jazz Celebrates 40 Years

Guinness hosted an immersive jazz celebration at Arthur’s Bar, Dublin on Tuesday 26th September in celebration of 40 years of the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival. Guests donned their gladrags and enjoyed a performance from the Booka Brass Band at the event, which celebrated 40 years of The Guinness Cork Jazz Festival, which takes place from …

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Photo Gallery – Marco Pierre White’s Donnybrook Restaurant Celebrates 5 Years

Marco Pierre White’s Donnybrook restaurant celebrated its fifth birthday on Wednesday evening, September 28th 2017 in the beautiful surroundings of South Dublin. Celebrating the evening in style with a range of deletable canapés and beverages, from wine to cocktails. To stay up-to-date with Marco Pierre White’s restaurant, visit marcopierrewhite.ie. Catch a glimpse of some of …

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Harvey’s Point Celebrates Winning Coveted AA Red Star Award

Celebrations are ongoing at Donegal hotel Harvey’s Point following the upgrade of its AA rating from four black stars to a coveted four red stars, making it the only hotel in the North West to receive the esteemed accolade. Held at Grosvenor House in London on Monday 25th September 2017, the AA Awards recognize outstanding excellence in …

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Qatar is the World’s First Airline to Offer Double Beds in Their Luxurious Suite

Imagine a world where you can stretch out and have a peaceful night’s sleep while crossing oceans and continents. Well, with Qatar airways’ new and improved business class, you now have the ability to convert your seats into a double bed. Their super business class seating, dubbed Qsuite by the airline, allows up to four customers …

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Food Documentaries

Netflix and Fly – Your Favourite Streaming Service Could be Available on Flights in 2018

You may soon be able to binge your favourite Netflix series from 30,000 feet in the air after the streaming giant announced plans to extend its mobile bandwidth technology to worldwide airlines by 2018. Streaming services used to be blocked on airlines because of the sheer amount of internet speed required. But Netflix has a plan …

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Dubai Unveils its Revolutionary Flying Taxis And we Can’t Wait to Hop on Board

You could soon be saying goodbye to standard taxis that only drive on the road. Why? Because Dubai has made aviation history testing its new two-seater, flying taxis. The Autonomous Air Taxi (AAT) flew for five minutes at approximately 650 feet earlier this week, the first tests carried out by the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority …

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Rotterdam

The Art and Design of Food – Rotterdam Food and Travel Guide

Just over 30 minutes by train from Schipol Airport, Rotterdam is the Netherlands’ second most populous city and Europe’s largest port. Viewed by some as Amsterdam’s poor cousin (they’re wrong!), two facets of the city stand out. The first and most obvious is a unique approach to architecture. The city was heavily bombed during the …

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Best Possible Taste Podcast – The Dingle Food Festival and More

In this week’s Best Possible Taste Podcast, Sharon gets the scoop on this year’s Dingle Food Festival and talks to Ron Forrestal from Forrestal Wine Merchants and Public Health & Clinical Nutritionist, Niamh Arthurs. Niamh Arthurs shares some lunchbox inspiration with Sharon, while Ron Forrestal gives details of the top 6 best selling wines in his portfolio. …

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Going For Gold – Ireland’s Top Hotels Revealed at Annual Gold Medal Awards

Ireland’s Top Hotels were revealed at the Gold Medal Awards in Kilkenny’s Lyrath Estate, with Kelly’s Resort Hotel in Co. Wexford claiming the title of Gold Medal Supreme Winner and Ireland’s Family Friendly Hotel. The luxurious Ashford Castle was voted Ireland’s top Guest Experience and Five-Star Hotel, whereas The Malton Killarney was awarded Ireland’s Four-Star …

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Plan The Perfect Christmas With Festive Afternoon Tea at The Intercontinental Hotel Dublin

It’s never too early to start planning the perfect Festive Afternoon Tea and to get you in the spirit, the Five-Star Intercontinental hotel in Ballsbridge Dublin is here to help, offering a delightfully festive Afternoon Tea. Served in the luxurious surroundings of The Reading Room with its open fire, you are invited to escape winter …

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A Festival Like no Other – Strandhill Food Festival Set to Take Off From Sligo Airport

“Attention all passengers, a food demo is now taking off at Departure Gate 2, while a cheese tasting is checking in at the Arrivals Hall” – Welcome to Ireland’s first food festival in an actual airport. The everyday airport facilities at Sligo Airport are about to be taken over by food, drink and entertainment for …

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Win the Ultimate Luxury Gourmet Escape for Two People at Galgorm Resort & Spa

Hotel and Spa of the Year – Galgorm Resort Celebrates Win With Exclusive Spa Offer

Fancy a staycation? The luxurious Galgorm Resort and Spa has been named both Hotel of the Year and Spa of the Year 2017 at the Ulster Tatler Awards. To celebrate their win, they’ve released an exclusive offer for September and October 2017. The deal includes accommodation in one of their guest rooms, use of the …

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Toast at the Ready – The Avocado Show is Going International

Just six months after their launch in Amsterdam, restaurant The Avocado Show has received a multimillion-dollar investment to expand globally and launch a collection of avocado-themed gifts and products. Orange Wings, an investment company founded by leading avocado lady Shawn Harris and her business partner Adrielle Dankier, is the driving force behind this financial boost. …

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A Win-Win! Airbnb Guests Have Spent €66 Million in Dublin Restaurants

Airbnb‘s latest report has revealed that guests to Dublin have spent €66 million in local restaurants since September 2016, showing the continued positive impact visitors are having in their communities. The report, Airbnb: Generating $6.5 billion for restaurants around the world, focuses on 44 cities, including Dublin, and showcases the benefits guests bring when they …

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Shop Til You Drop and Experience The Trip of a Lifetime This Travel Tuesday

It’s Travel Tuesday so now is the perfect time to start planning the adventure of a lifetime to India’s Golden Triangle. Or how about a shopping spree in New York or Boston. Whatever your travel plans, there’s a deal out there for you. Keep reading to find your next destination. Shop Til You Drop in …

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Dine Before You Fly – New Marqette Café Opens in Dublin Airport’s Terminal One

Marqette, the award-winning new dining concept that showcases the best of Irish food, has expanded its brand in Dublin Airport by opening Marqette Café, which is located in the Arrivals Hall of Terminal One. Operated by the Michael JF Wright Hospitality Group, the official opening of Marqette Café coincides with the second anniversary of the …

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Monart Review Feature

Forget Work And Escape to Monart For a Midweek Break at Ireland’s Destination Spa

It’s Monday morning and the last thing we want to think about is work. So, why not forget the 9 to 5 and start planning your perfect midweek break. Monart Spa, Ireland’s premier destination spa, is currently offering prospective guests a chance to escape their day-to-day lives with a dose of midweek relaxation. The Wexford …

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