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Last Updated on the 23rd of April, 2024 We haven’t been to Glenveagh National Park for years and coming back reminded us why we were drawn to it so much in the first place. Firstly – the park is beautiful in all seasons. Spring is best for enjoying the fresh aromas of nature, with the summer […]
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Scotland has a myriad of enchanting towns and villages, but there are only eight cities in the country with Stirling – often nicknamed the ‘Gateway to the Highlands’ – being the smallest and the youngest one. While it may be petite regarding its size, it’s the best-preserved medieval city in Scotland where the country’s Wars of Independence […]
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Last Updated on the 24th of April, 2024 If you are willing to briefly wander away from Lisbon’s famous yellow trams and impressive architectural gems and jump on a train – think of it as a micro-adventure – you can visit one of the most charming coastal towns where you’ll be warmly greeted by dazzling […]
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It’s that time of the year when the social networks of Latvia are being loaded with photos of spectacularly coloured eggs and beautifully served tables. It’s Easter time! Not only is it associated with the beginning of spring but also it reflects our old traditions and quality time with our family. For Latvians Easter is an […]
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Last Updated on the 24th of April, 2024 Imagine silently gliding through the crisp morning air, high above the captivating landscapes of Morocco, watching the majestic Atlas Mountains and the rocky dunes of the Agafay Desert unfold beneath you. A few weeks ago, while visiting Morocco for the second time, I had an opportunity to […]
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A few holidays have transformed quite like St. Patrick’s Day. It began in Ireland as a way to honour the country’s patron saint, but through both immigration and secularization, it has now become a worldwide day to pay tribute to all things Irish. Whether you’re looking to embrace your Irish roots or just want to […]
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Last Updated on the 24th of April, 2024 One of the best ways to soak up the essence of Belfast is to explore the city’s iconic waterfront. It’s where you can watch local marine life, be transported back in time by the three-storey high barrel-vaulted ceilings at the Titanic Hotel and stroll along the Titanic […]
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Last Updated on the 24th of April, 2024 Walking around Seville on a cold and gloomy spring day wasn’t what we had in mind while planning a trip to a city which is known to have fantastic weather and gorgeous blue sky. When I close my eyes and imagine Andalusia, swirling red dresses, never-ending sunshine […]
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Last Updated on the 24th of April, 2024 Some might consider birds of prey the bad boys (and girls) of the bird world, but I think it’s unfortunate that they’ve acquired that reputation. Sure, they are known for their prowess as predators, and their antics for snatching up small animals may seem gruesome, but gifted […]
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Last Updated on 22nd of April, 2024 South of Wales is a place of contrasts. The East have an immense industrialised past. Coal was mined in the valleys during the 18th and 19th centuries and shipped around the world from the busy ports of Newport, Cardiff and Swansea. By the early 19th century, South of […]
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Last Updated on 22nd of April, 2024 As we approached Glen Coe from the barren Rannoch Moor and drove past the Glencoe Mountain Resort, the first mountain I set my eyes upon was the great herdsman of the Buachaille Etive Mor with its distinctive pyramid shape and sweeping ridges. Struck by the unfolding scenery, I […]
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Last Updated on 22nd of April, 2024 Anyone who has ever visited Edinburgh can easily agree that it is a beautiful city at any time of the year. Yet there’s that extra dose of magic in the season of haar and mellow fruitfulness. After a blissful summer lull, the city quiets down. Wildlife scavenge before hibernation. […]
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Last Updated on 22nd of April, 2024 As the cold chill of the night slowly set in, we found ourselves on a secluded beach in North Wales. I wrapped myself in a blanket, took a sip of freshly brewed camomile tea and gazed off in the distance towards the rolling hills cascading all the way […]
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Last Updated on 25th of April, 2024 I continued straight ahead on the surfaced walkway, ignoring the steep steps to the right and after a few metres was greeted by a familiar view over Leith and the docks and across the water to the kingdom of Fife. It was only once I made it to the […]
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Last Updated on 22nd of April, 2024 I was wide awake well before the alarm clock had a chance to let me know it was 5 a.m., yet the gleaming morning light was already peaking through one side of the curtains, spreading flickering shadows on the wall. The house was soundless; everyone was still asleep, and, off […]
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Last Updated on 22nd of April, 2024 The remote Portuguese island of Madeira is a place full of treasures, still unknown to the masses. It may be just 13 miles wide and 35 miles long. Yet, the autonomous Atlantic region of Portugal set over 1,000km away from the mainland boasts a diverse range of landscapes and […]
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Last Updated on the 16th of April, 2024 Did you know that World Ocean Day is celebrated every year on the 8th of June? On this day, people around the world come together to celebrate and pay tribute to the ocean, so why don’t you join in too? The oceans are home to millions of […]
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Last Updated on the 16th of April, 2024 Ever since we moved to Sligo five years ago, we’ve wandered around its many beaches, secluded forest trails, tourist attractions and various landscapes that tugged at our heartstrings. Yet, some of our best memories of exploring Yeats County were solidly tied to the evenings when we made […]
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Last Updated on the 16th of April, 2024 I often think of words to describe what hiking and climbing adventures mean to me, but all I know they are so much more than standing on the summit or reaching the finish line. For me, the true benefits of exploring the hills and mountains go much […]
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Last Updated on the 16th of April, 2024 From great lighthouses and wooden towers to quiet beaches and impossibly gorgeous panoramas, Latvia captivates and inspires, placing it as one of Europe’s best areas for outdoor exploration. Yet, not many people have Latvia on their travel list. And that’s fine. But after reading these 8 reasons, […]
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Last Updated on the 16th of April, 2024 Located in the south of Estonia, Tartu – its second largest city in size – has a whimsical appeal to it drawing you in with its pastel-coloured buildings, overflowing flower beds and cosy cafes that invite you to spend a few hours in the sun slowly sipping […]
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Last Updated on the 16th of April, 2024 We rolled out of the car, stood up and slowly stretched towards the dark sky. The sun was still slightly below the horizon as we made our way towards the bay. It was Sunday morning, and instead of sleeping in and lazing around the rented house, we got up early, […]
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Last Updated on the 25th of April, 2024 If you are keen to discover the historical, cultural and culinary highlights of Ghent, fill yourself up with Cuberdons, a cone-shaped sugary Belgian candy, hard on the outside – gooey on the inside and catch a boat trip on the canals to take in the view from the […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of April, 2024 I have long yearned to come to Fuerteventura, one of the lesser-known and quieter Canary Islands. Imagine a volcanic island surrounded by warm, turquoise waters, where empty ribbons of road stretch from one white sand beach to the other one, and where free-running goats roam the sun-baked landscape. […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of April, 2024 My profound romance with mountains started well before I actually had a chance to climb one, and it was well before I had a chance to see one with my own eyes. Just like with travelling and surfing, it was through the pages of beautifully written mountain […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of April, 2024 Edinburgh is the home of many things. It is a cultural and historical hub; it is the capital of Scotland; it is a contemporary, vibrant community with great youth culture and an emphasis on arts and music. It is also home to the National Museum of Scotland […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of April, 2024 Around four years ago, after visiting Biarritz and Bretagne and exploring its beautiful creeks, ports and UNESCO World Heritage sites, we discovered a new passion for France. So when the opportunity arose for us to travel further down south to the French Riviera, a place that doesn’t even need […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of April, 2024 I was raised in a small town that had train tracks running right through it, and ever since then, seeing and hearing trains has always brought me a sense of discovery and wonder. They activate my imagination and trigger my passion for exploring places near and far. […]
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Last Updated on the 24th of April, 2024 There’s nothing like having your bags packed, boarding passes printed and passports ready for the journey ahead! It made everything come into perspective, and it reminded me of how hungry my inquisitive mind, body, and soul were for new encounters. When summer days are numbered in Ireland and most of […]
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Last Updated on the 24th of April, 2024 Arriving by car in Belfast’s city centre, the end of a journey from Northwest Ireland that skirts past many towns and villages, you cannot fail to admire the city’s appeal as it has a pace and bustle you’ll find nowhere else in Northern Ireland. The city’s core […]
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Last Updated on the 10th April, 2024 Getting out into the wild and being surrounded by birds, trees and all living things is the best remedy for body and soul. It’s our sanctuary and happy place all in one. We believe that every wild and beautiful place we visit lets us experience living in the […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of April, 2024 A great destination for a day trip or a longer holiday, Edinburgh has a lot to offer in terms of things to do and sights to see. The city is especially appealing to those seeking architectural beauty, curious landmarks, and immersion in the Scottish way to be. […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 Looking for the best things to do in Derry? Well, you’re in the right place. To get to grips with Northern Ireland’s history, a visit to its cities is essential. You can choose Belfast where grand public buildings line its streets, explore the cathedral town of Armagh […]
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Last Updated on the 3rd of March, 2024 For several years, I’ve heard of Clare Island, a mountainous island guarding the entrance to Clew Bay, described with glowing superlatives. It was often referred to as a place where you can breathe in the fresh air, connect to the natural world and forget about your day-to-day […]
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Last Updated on the 3rd of March, 2024 With its historic architecture, cobbled streets and Edinburgh Castle dominating the skyline, the Scottish capital is a beautiful hub of art and creativity, that’s brimming with neighbourhoods that each have a unique atmosphere. You can stop by Newhaven – a fishing village west of Leith, founded in the […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 Ireland, situated in Northern Europe just West of the United Kingdom, is a sought tourist destination for many reasons – the curving coastline sculpted by the full force of the Atlantic Ocean often leaves a lasting impression, the landscapes of barren limestone and sacred sights are steeped in […]
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Last Updated on the 4th of April, 2024 The primary emotion that washed over me once the hissing doors of the Airport shuttle bus closed behind my back and my feet hit the wet pavement was pure adoration. Edinburgh is a ridiculously good-looking city and there is plenty to stimulate the senses as you roam […]
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Last Updated on the 3rd of March, 2024 Our first visit to County Donegal, where we stayed in Bundoran, visited Slieve League Cliffs and went surfing with TurfnSurf Surf school, felt like a rushed trip with way too much crammed into it. Various attractions and little villages we longed to finally see in County Donegal […]
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Last Updated on the 3rd of March, 2024 On April 14th 1912, only four days into its maiden voyage, the RMS Titanic collided with a massive iceberg near Newfoundland, Canada and sank to the bottom of the North Atlantic Ocean taking about 1,500 passengers and crew with her. Experts are still debating possible causes of this […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 Dusky hues of pink lit up the skies as I carried the last box of supplies needed for the road trip around Ireland’s largest peninsula to the car. When the sun gradually descended and gave way to the glow of the moon, my heart felt full as we […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 The ground was still moist from last night’s downpour, and every blade of grass was tilted under a heavy blanket of dew. Jet black clouds blocked out the sunbeams, but I could feel this was going to be a good day. We were embarking on yet another […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 It was a near-perfect day on the rugged coast – blue sea and enough breeze to offset the heat of the flaming sun hanging high up in the cloudless sky. The beach may have been a little overcrowded, but it wasn’t long before we immersed ourselves in the […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 Strolling through Burge’s unfamiliar streets and squares filled to the brim with small cafés and vintage shops, we stopped many times to gaze into the beautifully decorated shop windows, trying to imagine what the rooms look like behind those pink-painted window frames, admiring its medieval architecture. When […]
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Last Updated on the 3rd of March, 2024 Having lived in Sligo for five years, we’ve always thought of Benbulben Forest Walk as a small oasis of tranquillity that provides hikers with the relaxation they need. There’s something special about spending time in the woods for the chance to see the sun hitting the soft […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 Stretching across northern Clare, from the Atlantic coast to a small stone harbour of Kinvara in County Galway, the Burren is an amazing place of limestone pavements that were formed beneath ancient seas roughly 300 million years ago. Therefore the park and its landscape are totally different […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 Edinburgh, a wondrous fusion of old and new, is Scotland’s most visited city. The capital of Scotland has it all: the nine volcanic hills that shape its skyline, the Queen’s palace, a world-class botanic garden with its own library that holds a collection of almost 4,000 rare […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 Well before coronavirus was a threat to international mobility, I could effortlessly come up with a handful of arguments to rationalize the cost – in terms of both euros and tons of carbon emissions added to the atmosphere — associated with travelling. You know those invaluable life […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 I call myself lucky to live in Sligo. I love the quiet solitude and how everyone greets one another. I love how the seasons change more starkly. I love going for a walk on tranquil country roads and knowing that the beach is only a few minutes […]
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Last Updated on the 15th of April, 2024 There’s nothing like a good day outside and that’s why outdoor adventures are a huge part of our lives. When I look back on last year’s journey along Ireland’s rugged coast, it struck me that it wasn’t about big shiny moments but more about the art of […]
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Last Updated on the 15th of April, 2024 Ireland is riddled with mystical locations and hidden treasures like the Gleniff Valley where you can be consciously aware of all elements of Earth. Where the rain brings rainbows and dynamic moments and where fast racing clouds suddenly open up and let the sun gleam through. Where […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 There’s nothing like a great coastline to get me excited about photography. Whether it’s the seagrasses graciously swaying in the sea breeze, secret caves lying beneath the steep clifftops or the ocean that’s groaning and gasping through the storms – coastal adventures are a great way to soak in […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 Our biggest dream manifested into reality, when in January 2018, after 10 years in Dublin, we moved to a place where the Atlantic Ocean touches the land. To finally live in Sligo town where unparalleled energy is emitted in the surrounding landscape is a gift we get […]
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If you share our love for travel, we invite you to dive into yet another exciting journey where you can try delicious foods, photograph vast landscapes and have a memorable time. I can’t explain the whole experience of the sensory overload we had a chance to undergo while travelling along Ireland’s West Coast a few months […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 Living just a few feet away from the ocean, we’ve developed something of a personal connection with the coast; I love how the molecular ions in the salty air and all characteristics of the ocean’s rhythms have this mystically astounding ability to ignite our souls with boundless […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 When you scroll through Our Crossings travel blog you’ll see for yourself that some of the blog posts are pretty much straightforward mini-guides and that some of them stand out a little bit more and are probably way too long. The genuine reason behind the extended ones; […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 I’ve been mesmerised by the views of Glencar Lake, laying in the middle of a hushed valley, for a very long time. I was drawn in by its serenity, and I loved how on a cloudless day, you can watch sunbeams touch the valley and the peaks […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 Every memorable adventure begins with a leap of faith and with not knowing how it will turn out in the end. This time two years ago, we took a plunge and bought a campervan – small enough to manage country roads and big enough, so we don’t […]
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Last Updated: 19th November 2023 We’ve always been fascinated by the rural roads we get to drive in Ireland as the unknowns that come with each trip provide a visceral sense of completeness. And, because a road trip to Connemara, a beautiful and at times desolate area, has been on our wish list for way […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 ven if you think you know what to expect from a certain place, being there in person will give it so much more context and excitement. After four hours of non-stop travelling, we finally arrived in Ireland’s second-largest city, Cork. Squinting in the bright afternoon sunshine we […]
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Last Updated on the 10th of April, 2024 For us enjoying life means two things. First, getting out into nature and second, reframing our thoughts about everything we see and experience along the way. That’s why we love to explore the world as much as possible. We all know that travelling is an incredible experience […]
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