So where did we get to? Ah yes, amid the green rolling fields of County Cork, Ireland sits the very luxurious, uber comfortable Ballyvolane House. In Part I of my Ballyvolane House review, I shared my thoughts on the rooms, history and influences that make Ballyvolane, the ultimate Irish country retreat and now it’s time to reveal the one thing that really made me fall…
When you discover a secret gem like this one, it takes everything to stop yourself from sharing it with the world. I’ve been putting off writing this post for days, for fear that all the world will book in and I won’t be able to go back to my new favourite short-haul getaway spot. That said, it would be a tragedy for you not to…
Barcelona has long been known for its cuisine but with pale imitations of the real things popping up all over the city, multiple chains and the closing of legendary El Bulli, it would be fair to say one needs to be a little more in-the-know to find the best spots to eat in Barcelona. To make it simpler, here are the eight best things to…
In April 2015, I made a day trip to Lake Como whilst on a work trip to Milan. It was grey and foggy most of the time but even then, there was something mystical about it. After a pretty manic few months, the Mr. and I jumped at the prospect of returning for a summer break. This time, I intended to properly explore and unwind…