Things to do in Co. Wicklow with kids
County Wicklow – ‘the garden of Ireland’ – lies on the Leinster coastline to the south of Dublin. For a county which is just 33 miles by 20 miles, there are lots of great things to do in Wicklow with…
Iceland on a budget
Visiting Iceland on a budget has never been easy but in recent years, Iceland has become more affordable for visitors who wish to explore the breathtaking natural scenery of the ‘Land of Fire and Ice.’ Is Iceland expensive? …
Things to do in Bray
The pretty coastal town of Bray, County Wicklow is a one hour drive south of Dublin city centre and around 45 minutes by DART train. Bray is a fun day trip for families and provides a welcome break from…
Things to do in Funchal, Madeira
Funchal is the charming, capital city on the island of Madeira. The majority of the population of this volcanic island live in sprawling Funchal, which stretches from the Atlantic shoreline into the steep hills behind the city. There are lots…
Visiting Plitvice Lakes
Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia is one of Croatia’s most visited tourist attractions and regularly tops Croatia’s ‘must see‘ list. Located in the northern central part of the country, away from the sunny coast, you do not ‘go past’…
Lumbarda
Lumbarda is a small, picturesque village on Korcula island, Croatia and is truly a hidden gem in Croatias’ tourist attractions. Reputed to be the oldest settlement on Korcula island, the pretty village is built around a sweeping, sheltered bay and…
Day Trip From Reykjavik To The South Coast Of Iceland
Reynisfjara, commonly known as ‘The Black Sand Beach’ is only 112 miles south of Reykjavik but a return trip along Route 1 from Icelands’ capital city is a long, full day drive due to the multiple stops you will want…
Things To Do In Kotor, Montenegro
The historic city of Kotor lies at the end of the mountainous Gulf of Kotor in western Montenegro. It is a popular destination for both domestic and international tourists. Surrounded by towering limestone mountains, Kotor boasts a stunning…
Why You Should Visit Cavtat, Croatia
Cavtat, Croatia Cavtat is a pretty coastal town in the southern Konvale region of Croatia just 20 kilometres away from its famous neighbour Dubrovnik. It is lesser known than nearby resorts and as a result the peaceful town is a…
One Day In Perast, Montenegro
One Day in Perast, Montenegro Perast is a small, stylish town perfectly positioned on the edge of the Bay Of Kotor overlooking the narrowest part of the Bay, the Verige Strait, towards Herceg Novi and the Adriatic. It is an…