2020: year of the staycation… year of a lot of other things as well but let’s not go there. With all eyes on Ireland, everyone is trying to figure out where best suits their needs in terms of a holiday this year – something that varies from person to person. Some prefer active adventures, some […]

6 years ago

From the minute you arrive at the gates leading into Monart Destination Spa and get buzzed inside to see the sprawling 100-acre grounds surrounded by woodland, you can already tell you’re in for something special. The 5-star destination spa hotel just outside Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford has won endless awards since opening in 2005; Condé Nast […]

7 years ago

There is literally nothing better than a romantic getaway. You get to spend some quality time with your favourite person and take a step away from the stresses in life. There’s just something about putting on that robe and slippers that has been left out for you and lying on a huge bed whilst sipping […]

7 years ago

Set on the shores of Lough Ree in Co. Roscommon, the Hodson Bay is fairly synonymous with family breaks. But the 4-star hotel actually has an entire adults-only retreat wing featuring deluxe rooms with floor to ceiling windows and sweeping views of the lake below, as I discovered when I was very kindly invited down […]

7 years ago

In news that will surprise no one, the average cost of a home in Ireland has increased by 3.1% since April last year. The Central Statistics Office (CSO) has analysed house prices around the country by Eircode, revealing the most and least expensive areas to buy a home right now. So where is the most […]

7 years ago

Being an adult is a stressful business, sometimes you just need a bit of a break from it all. With that in mind, we had a look at the most luxurious spa getaways that this country has to offer. Take a look below to find out where Ireland’s greatest oases of tranquility can be found. 10. Parknasilla […]

7 years ago

Nothing beats a stay in a top hotel and Ireland has some of the very best in the world dotted around the island. These are the very best of the best so you better get saving and plan that dream trip. See if you can work your way through the list and start living […]

7 years ago

Just us, or has it been a looooooong week? Work stress, life stress, stress stress stress. We just don’t need it. What we do need, however, is a pampering session to unwind… And what better way to chill out than a trip to a luxurious spa? We’ve compiled a list to give you some inspiration… […]

8 years ago

Spa breaks are always the handiest and easiest presents to purchase, ever. They can be bought online, people love them, aaand they’re a perfect last-minute treats to be bought for anyone. Your parents, your other half’s parents, you?! Sure don’t you deserve it. So, for your convenience, here’s a list of 10 best spas in […]

8 years ago

While a holiday might be the ultimate way to relax, a gorgeous spa treatment definitely comes a close second. With pay day FINALLY arriving after the longest month ever, it’s the perfect time to treat yo’self to some TLC and invest in some much-needed pampering. We’ve rounded up some of the best treatments in Ireland […]

8 years ago

When you get stressed or are just feeling like you need to get away from it all nothing beats the feeling of checking into an Irish country hotel. You could easily head off on a cheap flight to the South of Spain or on a city break across Europe but some of these gems are […]

8 years ago

We want to try everything on this menu.  The five-star Monart Destination Spa has just launched a brand new seasonal Vegan Menu to their á la Carte menu offering and it looks absolutely delish.  For just €45 per person for five courses, guests will be treated to incredibly healthy options including: Homemade vegan breads, an […]

8 years ago