There’s no time like the present to plan a once-in-a-lifetime luxury getaway to Ashford Castle in Co. Mayo. Set on a vast 350 acre estate, surrounded by Lough Corrib, the opening shot of the hotel grounds is Disney-esque in its perfection. Picture glorious green Irish woodland, serene lakeside views, and the…
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7 Best Private Dining Experiences in Ireland
With socially distanced entertaining on the cards for the foreseeable future, there’s every reason to plan ahead and book a table somewhere special. With this in mind, here are 7 of the best private dining experiences for small groups in Ireland, whether you’re planning a special birthday celebration, a wedding or…
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Dublin Daytrip: Museum of Style Icons, Newbridge
“She was so fond of this Pucci dress that she’s said to have ordered one in every colour.” It’s Saturday morning and I’m on a private tour of the Museum of Style Icons in Newbridge, Co. Kildare. “Rumour has it she’s buried in the green version,” says Anne, the museum guide,…
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Making Perfume with Galimard in Grasse
Just like a song or a person, I can associate a perfume with nearly every destination I’ve visited. My discovery in Milan was Prada’s Infusion d’Iris. Bright Crystal by Versace always reminds me of a trip to Reykjavik, while New York will forever be Hypnose by Lancome. It’s easy then…
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24 Hour Challenge: Bruges
Here’s how to spend 24 hours wisely should you ever wake to find yourself the city of diamonds, chocolate and fairytale architecture: Bruges