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Accommodation

Sleep Here: Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa, Meath

6 years ago by Grace Harding

Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa is a great base for exploring the Boyne Valley in Ireland’s Ancient East. Located in County Meath, just 35 minutes from Dublin’s city centre, the four-star hotel is set in tranquil grounds.

Hiking

Ardmore Cliff Walk – A Stroll Through Ireland’s Ancient East

6 years ago by Grace Harding

Ardmore is a seaside town in Waterford, on Ireland’s south-east coast. It’s a place where small galleries line the winding streets and thatched cottages face out to sea. But each time I visit, I find it hard to leave without heading to the Ardmore Cliff Walk a...

Yoga

Yoga Retreats in Ireland: Nature, Nourishment & Nice People

6 years ago by Grace Harding

You don’t need a tropical setting to have a great yoga retreat. As tempting as that is, there are more important things to consider. Nourishing food, beautiful surroundings, excellent teachers, and a friendly and supportive atmosphere are key to having a posit...

Meditation

Meditation Classes in Dublin

6 years ago by Grace Harding

There’s never been a better time to try meditation classes in Dublin. Holistic centres, yoga studios, and mindfulness teachers are now running courses and workshops throughout the city.

Hiking

Killarney National Park Walks: 6 Scenic Trails

6 years ago by Grace Harding

Killarney National Park is one of the most dramatically beautiful reserves in Ireland. Craggy mountains loom over silent lakes, while the country’s only wild herd of native red deer roam through ancient woodland.

Hiking

Mount Brandon: Hiking Ireland

7 years ago by Grace Harding

Mount Brandon is one of the most impressive hiking routes along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way. Looming over the green fields of the Dingle Peninsula, Brandon is the highest peak outside of the McGillycuddy's Reeks. The 951.7m mountain is popular and there are a ...

Hiking

Where to Spend a Refreshing Weekend in Ireland

7 years ago by Grace Harding

Escaping for a weekend in Ireland is easy. From coastal villages to isolated islands, there are endless options for a refreshing break from city life. So, pack your hiking boots, grab a map and take yourself to one of these lovely spots for weekend adventure.

Copper Coast Geopark: Adventures on the Edge of Ireland

7 years ago by Grace Harding

When I first heard of the Copper Coast, images of pirates and treasure immediately came to mind. It sounded like the kind of place where swashbuckling adventures would happen regularly. In reality, this stretch of meandering coastline has been a designated geo...

Hiking

Coastal Walks in Courtmacsherry, West Cork

7 years ago by Grace Harding

There’s something about Courtmacsherry, a village in West Cork, that makes me want to have an immediate adventure. I'm fairly sure it has something to do with the landscape. Maybe it's the velvety green peninsulas, or the secluded sandy coves, or the ghost sto...

Meditation

Dzogchen Beara Meditation Retreat Centre – A Tranquil Escape

7 years ago by Grace Harding

Dzogchen Beara is a place that everyone seems to fall in love with. “Amazing”, “gorgeous” and “unbelievably relaxing” were just a few of the appreciative comments I’d heard friends make after visiting the buddhist retreat centre. As it turns out, the centre re...

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