Child’s Play
When my twins turned eight, I started seriously thinking about going on holidays – just the three of us – as I am a solo mother. There aren’t many people lining up to travel with someone like me and young twins, so I opened the […]
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Cruising as a Solo Parent
When you are a solo parent of twins, holidays can feel like a military operation. They involve the three Ps: plan, pack and pray you survive! So booking a cruise with my twins felt either wildly brave or slightly mad. But somewhere between the kids’ […]
Fun is right around the corner at the Carlton Hotel Blanchardstown
I often travel long distances to hotels around Ireland in different counties to find out what is there for families like me who travel solo with children. But sometimes you don’t need to travel over four hours to find a hotel that has it all. […]
Secrets New And Ancient – Albania & Athens
The Albanian Riviera might not be on everyone’s radar yet, but that won’t last long. It’s one of those rare places where the coastline still feels untouched – barely any crowds, plenty of empty sun loungers and water so clear you can see the smooth […]
The West’s Simple Pleasures
A trip ‘Into the West’ is always an adventure and full of surprises. We decided to do a road trip to Geesala in Mayo. Just under a four hour drive, we broke it up by having lunch in Longford. The road infrastructure is good and […]
An Arabian adventure with a Roman twist
If you’re after a mix of beach, desert adventures and rich culture – Tunisia might just surprise you. Think golden sands, ancient ruins, camel rides and visiting real movie sets from Star Wars, The English Patient, Indiana Jones and the Life of Brian. The kids […]
Narnia in the heart of Kildare
Step through the doors of this enchanting hotel and you might just feel like you’ve wandered into the magical world of Narnia except you will be in the magical world of Naas. With its cosy corners, quirky furnishings, plush fabrics, dramatic chandeliers and rooms filled […]
Epic Trails and Seaside Tales
Two years ago, I drove to catch the ferry from Cleggan Pier to Inishbofin, and I’ll never forget the drive after bypassing Galway, heading towards Clifden through Maam Cross. The sheer beauty of the landscape took my breath away. So when the chance came up […]
Just for Honeymooners? Not – atoll!
Are you looking for a family holiday that is hot all year round, has world class attractions, theme parks that will have your children squealing with excitement, stunning beaches, desert adventures and a direct flight from Dublin! – Dubai should be on your travel list. […]
Northern Sights
Our Belfast adventure was planned with a mix of history, luxury and a touch of fantasy. From exploring the Titanic Belfast to stepping into the world of Game of Thrones, this road trip had something for everyone in the family. Our first stop was Titanic […]
Get your kicks in Liverpool
My children are football mad and their choice of club they follow is Liverpool. For me it’s a unanimous decision to also be a Liverpool fan. For Christmas my daughter requested a holiday to England and my youngest son asked to go to a match […]
At the heart of family fun in Athlone
On the border of County Roscommon and County Westmeath, lies the town of Athlone, located on the River Shannon near the southern shore of Lough Ree. It is a main shopping hub for the midlands and a popular spot for girly breaks, couples weekends away, […]