On land, the human world was one of panic and unease in 2020. But deep at sea and gliding on the water’s surface, life continued for the fascinating giants we call whales, or cetaceans; calmly unaware of the word “Corona”. …
With his influence stretching from music, to film, to fashion, David Bowie is considered among the greatest and most groundbreaking artists and musicians of all time. However, despite being best known for songs such as “Let’s Dance”, “Space Oddity”, and…
It is no surprise that most of the travellers who visit Ireland are here for the beautiful scenery. We owe these beautiful landscapes to natural and artificial forces that shaped them over the millennia. Having beauty is the easy part…
The west of Ireland is spectacular, full of sweeping cliffs and vibrant towns like Galway and Limerick; it is a real treasure chest. Be sure to check out these magical things to do in the west of Ireland from jamming…
When you think of an Irish accent, you may think of rural, “culchie” Mayo, the lilt of Corkonians, the slightly inaudible people of Kerry. It might be the selectively deep and selectively high-pitched Northern accents or the many multitude of…
I previously wrote an article, which you can find here, about the wide variety of free-to-enter writing competitions. Initially, the plan was to include paid and free examples, but so vast were the options, I decided to write two separate…
Beautiful landscapes, scenic views, and vast history are just some of the reasons Ireland sees nearly 10 million visitors yearly. Known by many as the ‘Emerald Isle’, Ireland’s praise has been sung by the likes of Jonny Cash, Daniel Day-Lewis,…
When one thinks about Ireland, a couple of things spring to mind: Guinness, friendly and hospitable people, and a lot of rain. Often overlooked are the hidden gems of Irish beaches that our small island possesses. Understandably so, seeing as…
While many are satisfied with a visit to the capital and surrounding areas, finding your favourite hidden places in Ireland can be as simple as stepping off the beaten track. Here we look at just a few of these hidden…
