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September Travel: Carrick on Shannon and Lough Key
When we think of taking a weekend break in either Northern of the Republic of Ireland, our thoughts invariably travel towards the great cities of Dublin and Belfast, with their rich mixture of history, culture and heritage. But the sum of Ireland is so much more than the two capital cities and so this post is focusing on two more amazing and beautiful places that are well worth a look. Carrick-On-Shannon If you want to take a look at the real Ireland in a vibrant lively place that is within two hours drive of both Dublin and Belfast, then look no further than Carrick-On-Shannon. Once a rather sleepy riverside town,…
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Travel Focus: Cardiff
One of the most vibrant and attractive cities in the UK is the Welsh capital Cardiff. It is also a relatively young city, not achieving the status until 1905, and not being proclaimed the capital city until 1955. So, you could say young, when compared to London, Dublin, Belfast and Edinburgh. But Cardiff has a lot to recommend it when it comes to shopping, food, nightlife and culture. In recent years it has become a bit of a must visit for fans of Dr Who and Torchwood, many key episodes of which were filmed in the city, whilst the Millennium Stadium is home to key sporting events including World Boxing…
