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Mayo hotel receives double 5-star rating in Forbes Travel Guide

Forbes has launched its 2026 travel guide, giving one Irish hotel a double 5-star rating for yet another year.

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Why do I feel so sluggish on an aeroplane?

Eamon Donoghue and family in New Zealand

Review: A trip to New Zealand with Lord of the Ring mega fans

Lynn Rusk at Horseshoe Bay

Bermuda: A trip of pink sand, cave spas, and delicious fried fish

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Irish writers & creators celebrated at Travel Media Awards 2026

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Everything to know about travelling with your pet

Sophie Goodall in Cathy’s bedroom

Setcation: Holidaying through the locations of Wuthering Heights

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Glenda Gilson on her Alentejo adventure with Dáithí Ó Sé

People watch a partial solar eclipse at New Brighton, a coastal suburb of Christchurch, on September 22, 2025. A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between Earth and the sun, casting a shadow on our planet. The sun appeared as a crescent due to thi

Where is the best place to see this year's solar eclipse from?

Thomas house in the center of Dublin, Ireland

The Brooklyn of Dublin: Nat Geo praises neighbourhood's 'revival'

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RTÉ producer & contributor celebrated at Travel Extra awards

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Tripadvisor lists Dublin activity as a must-do for 2026

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Expert tips for booking an ethical safari holiday

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Dublin named best destination in the world for solo travellers

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Travel Review

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Donegal in 24 hours: Live music, fresh seafood & stunning views

Sínann Fetherston spends 24 hours in South Donegal.

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A family stay at Roe Valley Resort & a romantic break in Galgorm

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Review: I tried out two resorts in Austria's Ski Amadé region

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Bread making, Druid knowledge and more in Ireland's Ancient East

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Best of Ireland

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Ireland's best restaurants and hotels of 2025 revealed

See the winners of this year's Georgina Campbell Irish Food & Hospitality Awards.

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Three Irish hotels ranked among the best in Europe

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Two Irish hotels awarded 5-star rating in Forbes' Travel Guide

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Ireland's top hotels & spas crowned at 2025 Gold Medal Awards

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Adventure

Eamon Donoghue in China

China: Where to go, what to eat, and which apps to download

Journalist Eamon Donoghue shares his insights for holidaying in China, from booking flights to visiting the Great Wall.

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What two weeks of endless daylight in Norway did to me

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Extraordinary night-time experiences to do around the world

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Meet the Irishwoman guiding adventures across the world

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