Cabin crew are so glam, aren’t they? Well, they’ll be even more so after Aer Lingus announced their brand spanking new cabin crew uniform. Earlier today, I got to head along to an ultra-fabulous showcase of the new uniform, and it was all the glamour we love about air travel, and then some. Aer Lingus […]

6 years ago

There are absolutely loads of Irish people living over in Vancouver. But not many of us seem to holiday there. Having spent a summer there, I’m wondering why that is. Because I think it would make for an unbelievable week or two away. Being a city surrounded by water and beautiful mountainous areas, it’s the […]

6 years ago

Sustainability seemed to be the hot topic of 2019, which is great. We need to make sure that we keep up the momentum so that sustainable living becomes the norm. What better time to think about how we can become more sustainable than today? It’s not as hard as it may seem… Here are ten […]

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Are the January blues in full swing? Well, thankfully Aer Lingus has landed with their January sale to cure you!  So, we decided to come up with some unbelievable fun adventures to have in the sunshine this year. If you’re like me, you enjoy a balance of relaxation and excitement when you go away. You […]

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Although we are in the midst of January, there is one sure way to defeat those blues. And that is of course by booking a holiday and chasing the sunshine at some of the most exciting beach fronts! Aer Lingus has returned with another fabulous sale over on their website, this time helping us through […]

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There’s nothing like a gorgeously chilly scoop of gelato in the sun to cool you down when on a sun holiday. And there’s nothing like dreaming of that gelato in the sun to help us through the cold and dark days. Since Aer Lingus has landed with their fabulous January sale (with discounted flights to […]

6 years ago

Roz Purcell has been a champion for body positivity and self-care as of late, and she’s back with another encouraging message ahead of the new year. The influencer, model and author shared a picture of herself in a bikini on Instagram with a message reminding people to love themselves and their bodies during a time […]

6 years ago

IMAGINE starting off the new year with this lump sum. Well, one Dublin lotto player may be doing just that, if they act fast. Because someone in Dublin has won the massive €500,000 EuroMillions prize. The winning ticket was purchased in the Mace store in the Kilbarrack shopping centre in Dublin 5. It was a […]

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It has been reported today that TDs and senators are facing combined unpaid Oireachtas bar and restaurants bills of almost €20,000. RTÉ News obtained copies of the bills via the Freedom of Information Act. They reveal that 69 politicians have unpaid restaurant bills of €14,698.10, while 49 others have unpaid bar bills of €4,954.85. All […]

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The Government is set to put a ban on ‘buy one get one free’ deals on alcohol in 2021. This comes as part of a series of moves towards reducing binge drinking in Ireland, which also includes bans on offers that last fewer than three days, loyalty point schemes and alcohol being sold below cost […]

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The season for laying on the couch all day and watching the best movies on TV is quickly coming to a close. Soon enough, we’ll all be on that ‘new year, new me’ buzz. So let’s enjoy this while we can! And luckily, today sees another lineup of fab movies hitting our TV screens. From […]

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If you’re planning on heading out to countdown to midnight this New Year’s Eve, then it’s probably best you bring a coat… Because Met Eireann has confirmed that it’s not to be the warmest of nights. But on the bright side, it is set to be dry. They said, “Apart from a few residual showers […]

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Whether you’ve been hitting the sales or binging on all of your Christmas chocolate all day, one thing is certain: you want to know the movies on TV tonight. You’ll probably want to be flaked out by about 6pm, feet up, TV on, and staying like that for the night. Well, I do anyway. So, […]

6 years ago

Although we were beyond buzzing to be gifted with the joy that was last night’s Gavin and Stacey Christmas special, we knew we’d be left wanting more. It’s just too good and we’re just too greedy. Well, we may be getting just that. Ruth Jones, who plays Nessa Jenkins in the series, revealed to The […]

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year. And that’s because there are more Stephen’s Day bargains than we can shake a stick at. And with so much on offer, it can be difficult to know where to look. Well, we’re here to help. Because we decided to come up with a list of some […]

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This year’s edition of Wonderlights looks incredibly magical! If you’re looking for fun and interesting things to do in those awkward few days between Christmas and New Years (that don’t involve flaking on the couch and eating turkey sandwiches), then this should definitely go on your list. It was announced a few weeks back that […]

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Now that Christmas Day has been and gone, most of us have one thing on our minds: BARGAINS! Many of us will be heading down the high street or scanning the web to find the best deals. And if you’re in the market for toys, then you’ll be chuffed to know that Smyths Toys has […]

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In many parts of the country, Christmas Day was baaaaalllltic. But the weather forecast for the rest of the week is looking a bit more hopeful. According to Met Éireann, St Stephen’s Day is set to be “wet and windy at first today in northern areas, but some dry intervals will develop in most parts […]

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When the festive season comes around, one beverage normally comes to mind. Yes, it is truly the time of year to enjoy a gloriously indulgent Baileys. And what’s even more gloriously indulgent than a Baileys drink? A Baileys dessert, of course. And this Baileys chocolate reindeer looks like the ultimate way to treat ourselves this […]

6 years ago

According to research from Baileys, 65% of Irish people admit that dessert makes an evening more fun. But, not everyone is treating themselves in the way that they should. Because apparently, only 20% of people said that they always choose dessert ahead of the bill at the end of the meal. So not enough of […]

6 years ago

Derry Girls is easily my favourite show to ever come out of Ireland. It’s hilarious and touching and the cast is fantastic. After two amazing seasons, we’ve really gotten to know and grown to love each and every character. So here is the definitive ranking of Derry Girls characters from least entertaining to most. 11. Gerry Poor Gerry […]

6 years ago

We are all buzzing for Westlife’s appearance on The Late Late Show this Friday. Kian, Mark, Nicky and Shane are set to perform some of their classics as well as new material when they join Ryan Tubridy. And it turns out they need you. Well, if you consider yourself one of Westlife’s biggest fans, then they […]

6 years ago

It’s safe to say that the Coca-Cola truck has become an iconic symbol of Christmas. And once again, the festive truck will be touring around Ireland to get people into the Christmas spirit. So, here’s when and where you can expect to see it. Its first stop will be Galway Retail Park on Saturday, November […]

6 years ago

We didn’t know we needed biscuit insurance until now. This Christmas, Jacob’s is launching the world’s first-ever biscuit insurance to safeguard your tin from biscuit thieves. Because apparently around this time of year, biscuit-related crimes sky-rocket. According to Jacob’s, customers regularly report increased biscuit theft incidents over the Christmas period. Jaysus, nobody is safe these […]

6 years ago

Mattress Mick is the hero we do not deserve. He really is an influential icon. And his Twitter proves just how iconic he really is. So, over the weekend I came across a tweet of his proclaiming that he is indeed the top mattress individual in Ireland. And after a short while scrolling through his […]

6 years ago

We do love our beer, in fairness. According to TripAdvisor, our little island is one of the top ten destinations in the world to visit if you’re a fan of beer. And it only seems right. The popular travel site recently published an article titled ‘10 International Beer Destinations That Aren’t Germany‘, and we got […]

6 years ago

A second boil water notice was put in place yesterday for 600,000 people in Leinster. Irish Water has since stated that they “can’t guarantee” how long the notice will remain in place. They announced the news yesterday, stating on their website, “In consultation with the HSE, Irish Water and Fingal County Council can confirm that, […]

6 years ago

All third-level students in Ireland will soon be able to avail of free condoms. More sexual health information is to be provided to students as part of the National Condom Distribution Service. The HSE made the announcement this morning on Twitter. They wrote, “Colleges can now order free condom dispensers from the HSE. This will […]

6 years ago

Christmas shoppers will be delighted to hear that Argos will have 20% off toys in the weeks leading up to Christmas. The retailer recently announced its latest Crazy Codes deal, and lads, it’s a good one. When shoppers spend €25 or more on toys, they’ll be able to get a fairly generous 20% off. To […]

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Ticketmaster announced this morning that Hans Zimmer is set to return to Irish shores early next year. They wrote on Facebook, “Following a world tour which drew over one million fans to arenas, stadiums and open-air sites, Hans Zimmer returns to 3Arena on 2 March 2021 with a major new arena tour. Tickets on sale […]

6 years ago

Users of the popular banking app Revolut have reported issues when trying to access their accounts when on mobile devices. The issues started at around lunchtime today with many users still having problems. One Twitter user shared a screenshot showing the difficulty she had when trying to sign in, writing, “It’s prompting me for my […]

6 years ago

Possibly the most wholesome television personality that has ever existed is apparently living her tourist fantasy in Cork today. Mary Berry was spotted floating about the English market in Cork City Centre today. The 84-year-old former Great British Bake Off judge was seen chatting away to market stall owners, most notably fishmonger Pat O’Connell. He […]

6 years ago

As far as festival lineups go, this one is pretty decent. Being one of the most popular festivals in Europe, we were buzzing to hear what the lineup was going to be for next year’s edition of Mad Cool festival in Madrid. And lads, we were not at all disappointed. It was announced yesterday that […]

6 years ago

Galway is set to see the return of the country’s largest Halloween festival this weekend. Galway Aboo Halloween Festival 2019 will kick off on Saturday, October 25 and will see Galway’s Latin quarter become home to many fun and free events. As well as this, the city will play host to a wide variety of […]

6 years ago

There are absolutely loads of fun and scary events taking place as part of the Bram Stoker Festival 2019. But with this one, you don’t even have to leave your couch to attend. Because it all takes place on Instagram. InstaTerror is a first for Ireland. Set up by seasoned horror professional Peter Dunne, InstaTerror […]

6 years ago

Although Halloween is an international phenomenon, most people know that it is believed to have started here on the island of Ireland. And one thing is for sure, it was a far cry from the trick-or-treating and other modern Halloween traditions. But, what is really interesting is that many of the annual traditions we know […]

6 years ago

Like a normal advent calendar, but better… It has been confirmed that Aldi will bring back their wine advent calendar this Christmas. Set to be released next month, customers will be able to open the door to a stunning mini bottle of wine every night after a rough day at the office. The 24 doors […]

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Well, it is in our heads anyway. And Limerick is just one of the cities in Ireland that is set to be lit up to create a magical festive atmosphere this winter. On Sunday, November 17, Christmas will officially begin in Limerick. Details surrounding the actual event […]

6 years ago

Nobody likes traffic. It’s the bane of every commuter’s life. So, you might be happy to hear that an Irish company has just launched new emission-free electric mopeds to combat traffic congestion as well as Co2 emissions, toxic gases and noise pollution. Irish firm Lion Urban Mobility is set to have its official launch this […]

6 years ago

A Christmas market is one of our favourite ways to get festive in the lead up to the big day. So obviously, we are buzzing for the fabulous Christmas market that is set to take over Eyre Square in the most festive way ever. Galway Tourism recently announced the dates of this year’s market. They […]

6 years ago

Five-year-old Fionn from Cork hasn’t been well as of late. He sadly suffers from Cerebral Palsy, global developmental delay, cortical visual impairment, infantile spasms and extreme reflux. So, An Garda Siochana decided to reward his bravery. Last week, Fionn headed along to Garda Headquarters in Dublin with his mam and dad for a special ceremony. […]

6 years ago

It’s the release we all wait for every year. It makes for the perfect Christmas present, birthday present, or even a little gift for me myself and I. Yes, the 2020 edition of the Irish Farmers Calendar has arrived, and it’s glorious. Don’t lie, I know you’re buzzing to get one. So, meet your 2020 […]

6 years ago

Yep, it’s that time of year again. Halloween is just around the corner, but let’s be real. We’re all thinking about Christmas. And in Ireland, Christmas officially starts on a very special night of the year. Every year, the Toy Show marks the start of the run-up to Christmas and gives us all the festive […]

6 years ago

Last week, The Script announced two 3 Arena dates along with a date in the SSE Arena in Belfast. The announcement came ahead of the release of their new album Sunsets and Full Moons next month. Now, the band have announced a third and final date. Before they play the 3 Arena stage on Friday, […]

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106 is fairly impressive all the same. Nancy Stewart hails from Clonard near Kinnegad on the Meath/Westmeath border. Yesterday, she turned 106 years old. All I can say is fair play ? It is actually believed she is the oldest person in Ireland to be living in her own home. She explained that staying away […]

6 years ago

I love discovering things like this. Last week, I was scrolling through my explore page on Instagram and came across something pretty impressive. At first glance, I thought it was just a selfie of Roz Purcell, but upon further inspection, I discovered it was someone who, through makeup, had transformed themselves into Roz. And it’s […]

6 years ago

We’re really looking forward to walking in this winter wonderland. For the eighth year in a row, Winterval will be returning to Waterford. And this year, it will feature over 60 free and ticketed events and is set to attract a whopping 500,000 visitors. Dubbing itself as ‘Ireland’s Christmas Capital’, the festival will kick off […]

6 years ago

90s babies, get ready. Because the ultimate cheesy throwback is to coming to Ireland next summer. It was announced today that on June 27, 2020, Pucherstown Racecourse in will be turned into a 90s and 00s heaven as it’s taken over by some of the biggest, cheesiest acts of the era. The impressive lineup will […]

6 years ago

Ireland’s top chef for 2020 has been announced, and it’s a man who hails from gorgeous Donegal. Chris McMenamin, who is the head chef at Harvey’s Point in Tawnyvorgal, County Donegal, was given the prestigious title of Ulster and All-Ireland Chef Of The Year at the YesChef Ireland Awards in Sligo last night McMenamin started […]

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It’s beginning to look a lot light Christmas. Well, it will soon, anyway. Because Cork City Council have announced the dates of this year’s instalment of the Glow Christmas festival, and we are buzzing. ‘Glow – A Cork Christmas Celebration’ will be back again at  Bishop Lucey Park for four dates this Winter: Friday, November […]

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