Food in Northern Ireland

Local restaurants in Northern Ireland: Book Ahead

Since Northern Ireland had its year of food in 2016, restaurants here have been winning many awards. My random tip would be to book ahead, as many restaurants close early in the winter time if not...

8 Distilleries in Northern Ireland to Explore

Did you know that the Old Bushmills Whiskey Distillery in County Antrim was granted a whiskey distilling license as far back as 1608? That makes it the oldest distillery on the island of Ireland. In...

Stena Edda - Poetry in Motion

This blog follows a round trip journey aboard Stena Edda, a vessel which primarily operates on Stena Line's Birkenhead (Liverpool) / Belfast route which is where I caught up with her. Why call...

Free tours at Belfast Parliament Buildings

One of the best tours in Belfast is free. At 11am and 2pm Monday to Friday there is a free tour of the Parliament Buildings at Stormont. The buildings date back to 1923 and is steeped in the...

Travel Etiquette: All-Inclusive Resorts, Buffet Or All Day Eat

As you step into the resort or hotel, you can feel the style, beauty, and comfort that surround you. The promise of a wonderful escape, fantastic experience, great relaxation and a wide range...

Exploring Varanasi, the City of Light

The extremely good Hindu city of Varanasi (additionally known as Banaras or Benares) is one of the satisfactory cities to visit in India. It stretches alongside the River Ganges, its waterfront...