Here I was, 203 countries deep into my wacaday adventure around the world and I was finally in The Isle of Man!! This lesser ventured country is the fifth closest country to my home country of Northern Ireland yet it took me until July 2022 to finally make it here. I set about reminiscing, glory hunting, Read more about Backpacking In The Isle Of Man🇮🇲: Top 9 Sights In Ramsey[…]
“The courtyard of my heart seems lonely” – Band Baaja Baaraat (song – Mitre). In a lot of countries, and cities I am in, I do love a quirky random pub visit – often I like to visit the oldest pub in a city. I have managed to do this in quite a few places Read more about Thirsty Thursdays: A Pint Of O’Kell’s In The Mitre, The Oldest Pub In The Isle Of Man🇮🇲[…]
“Everyone’s changing; I stay the same” – The Corrs (2004). Sentimental journeys are no stranger to my wandering heart or backpack. Neil Finn said it long before I rode my weary soul onto the streets of Bournemouth Town in 1994…my first trip to the iconic seaside town…10 years later I’d be working in a bar Read more about Backpacking In Bournemouth🍒🏖️England🏴: Returning To The Carrington House Hotel Where I Graduated, 16 Years Later[…]
Backpacking In Italy 🇮🇹: Visiting Piazzale Loreto, Milan, Where Mussolini Once Hung “Mussolini hangs from a butcher’s hook” – Richey James Edwards. On 29th April 1945, the dead corpses of Benito Mussolini (aged 61) and his girlfriend Clara Petacci (aged 33) were brought to the city of Milan. They were hung up on public display Read more about Backpacking In Italy 🇮🇹: Visiting Piazzale Loreto, Milan, Where Mussolini Was Hung Up 🥩In Public[…]
As a fellow traveler who understands the freedom an Irish passport provides, I’ve mastered the art of spontaneous international travel. Here’s my comprehensive guide to maximizing visa-on-arrival privileges across the globe. The Power of an Irish Passport Irish passport holders enjoy remarkable travel privileges, with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 180 countries. This makes Read more about How to Travel Easily with an Irish Passport: A Guide to Visa-Free and Visa-on-Arrival Countries[…]
“It’s maybe the fame, it’s forgotten your name” – Noel Gallagher. The amount of fake news in the media the last few months or so about Oasis and their ticket sales has been laughable for most of us hardcore, real, genuine fans! Oasis ran undoubtedly one of the fairest systems imaginable for such a reunion! Read more about How I Got Oasis🎸🎙️⚫⚪Tickets In 2024 For Dublin🇮🇪On The Reunion Tour: Loyal Fans[…]
“Damn my education, there’s not a lot to say about the things caught in my mind” – Noel Gallagher (1997). Now that the euphoria of the imminent 2025 Oasis return has dwindled slightly, I will reflect on a few more of my glory days watching Oasis. In total I was at 14 Oasis concerts from Read more about My Alternative Oasis⬛⬜️Setlist For Hardcore Fans Only🧨📢🎼🎸🎤🥁🎻💿[…]
I have been to Berlin around 10 times in my life and in that time, I have stayed in a lot of different places from hotels to hostels. This time, in 2024 we decided to stay on the edge of the city at the Bonverde Hotel Wannsee. This hotel is well located right next to Read more about Staying at the Lovely Lakeside🏞️Bonverde Hotel🏨Wannsee in Berlin, Germany🇩🇪[…]
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Winter travel can be magical, filled with snow-dusted landscapes and cozy retreats. However, staying warm and comfortable during your journey is essential to truly enjoy the season. Packing the right clothing can make all the difference, ensuring you’re ready for anything Mother Nature throws your way. By selecting versatile and layered outfits, you can easily Read more about Travelling During the Winter: Clothing Tips for Staying Warm and Cozy[…]