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The Ultimate Broadway Culinary Experience: It’s a Curio-city New York frame of mind
Recently I stayed at the Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton, where I met Chef Franklin at the Press Club Bar and Grill – Dining for one, I was thoroughly enjoying a delicious strip loin steak, mashed potato to die for and the smoothest bottle of Italian Montelpulciano. Chef Franklin was hosting a family […]
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Holidays to Estonia
When Estonia regained its independence in 1991, after the collapse of the Soviet Union, less than half of its population had a telephone line and its only link to the outside world was a Finnish mobile phone that was apparently hidden in the garden of it’s foreign minister. Two decades later, it is a world leader in technology. In […]
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The Birthplace of Skiing – Kandersteg
In the summer of 1860, two Englishmen, a vicar, a doctor and an American arrived in Kandersteg seeking a guide to take them to the top of the Blümlisalp (3663 metres above sea level). The young Fritz Ogi was courageous enough to take on the job. He later became the founder of a mountain guide […]
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More Morocco Routes with Ryanair
The Moroccan government has given its approval for Ryanair to operate domestic flights in the country starting from next summer. Ryanair will be the third airline to operate flights in the North African country, after UAE’s Air Arabia and Moroccan carrier RAM. As part of a $1.4 billlion investment, Ryanair will launch 11 new domestic […]
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Europe’s LARGEST Halloween Festival
From Saturday 28th to Tuesday 31st October you can be part of Europe’s LARGEST Halloween Festival as the Walled City of Derry welcomes the spirit of Samhain through its historic gates for a festival like no other! For four nights the worlds of past and present collide to bring you a dazzling street celebration of […]
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Just Par-Fect: Golfing Ireland’s Ancient East
I recently dusted off my golf clubs to experience two world-class courses in Ireland’s Ancient East.It was part of a mini ad-venture during which I visited Slane Castle and its distillery and marvelled at the spine-tin-gling simulation of the winter solstice at Newgrange.Starting with County Louth Golf Club (countylouthgolf-club.com), a true links course better known […]
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Embracing the Beauty of Lake Garda and Verona: A Journey of Scenic Towns and Opera Magic
Nestled in the heart of Italy, the charm of Lake Garda and the cultural allure of Verona stole my heart during a recent week-long escapade. Flying in with Aer Lingus, I found myself in a world where breath-taking towns and pristine lake waters collided with historic marvels and captivating operatic performances. This journey was a […]
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48 Hours in Antwerp: A Cultural Odyssey through Diamonds, Fashion, and Gastronomy
In my quest for adventure and cultural immersion, my recent 48-hour journey to Antwerp was an absolute delight. From its renowned diamond district to its historic fashion roots, this charming Belgian city offered a whirlwind tour through centuries of art, design, and culinary wonders. Arriving via an Aer Lingus flight to Brussels, I was eager […]
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48 Hours in Madrid: A Fusion of Culture, Fashion History, and Gastronomic Delights
Madrid, the vibrant capital of Spain, beckoned me on a 48-hour whirlwind adventure to explore its rich culture, fashion history, and culinary delights. Flying with Aer Lingus to Madrid, I was excited to uncover the artistic tapestry and the fashion scene this captivating city had to offer. A quick train ride from the airport to […]
