Haven’t got any plans for the day? Feeling restless? Then you need to take a walk, my friend. With the weekend coming to a close, you need to leave the couch and venture out around our beautiful county. We’ve assembled a few of the very best below for your delectation and delight, including seaside walks, […]

4 years ago

There is no shortage of spots to eat in Dún Laoghaire, rain, hail or shine. It’s easy to pigeonhole Dún Laoghaire, by simply describing it as a seaside suburb, but that kind of reduction does the place a serious disservice. While it can be the sleepy seaside town that many paint it as, with pier […]

4 years ago

Dublin Zoo took to Instagram yesterday afternoon to announce the news. Dublin has a Status Orange Wind Warning in place between 8am and 1pm today due to Storm Barra. As a result, schools have been ordered to close for the day, and many outdoor events have been cancelled. Wild Lights at Dublin Zoo announced on […]

4 years ago

Dublin is lighting up this Christmas in all sorts of ways! One of the best parts about Christmas is the twinkling lights. Dublin knows this better than anyone, with Wild Lights at Dublin Zoo, and Wonderlights at Malahide Castle. Now there are even more spots of enjoy the Christmas lights. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown has been busy […]

4 years ago

That’s one way of getting there if you want to avoid that pesky traffic on the M4. Starting today, Irish artists Al Maser and Sean Atmos are walking across Ireland, with a goal of covering 220km in just six days. The plan is to walk for 8 hours each day, covering approximately 40km (just under […]

4 years ago

Listen closely. Do you hear that? It’s the sound of live music returning to venues. And there have been so many fab gig announcements this week that you should be ready to pounce on. So many of these artists made lockdown bearable by listening to them intensely on repeat during our sanctioned daily walks, and […]

4 years ago

It was a sad day for Dublin coffee lovers when Nick’s closed their hatch in Ranelagh for one last time. But there’s no need to despair too much. Sure they’re only moving down the road. The inimitable community vibe and affordable yet tasty flatties will continue to flow at Nick’s new home in the old […]

4 years ago

It’s easier to get your 10,000 steps in with a four-legged friend, right? Sick of taking your pup on the same loop around the estate every morning and night? Walking your dog is made easier with a little change of scenery, and we have some gorgeous options. So pack up those poop bags, the tastiest […]

4 years ago

Although we are all basking in the glorious weather, our four legged furry friends might be finding it a little less fun. Over the weekend, the DSPCA gave some advice on how best to care for your pet during this period of hot weather. Pets can easily become over heated and dehydrated, so we need […]

5 years ago

Think you’re limited as to where and when you can enjoy a great-tasting beer? Think again, because Heineken® 0.0, the number 1 non-alcoholic beer brand in Ireland, is here to challenge conventions. This summer, you will be able to enjoy the great taste of Heineken® 0.0 without compromise. Whether you’ve just finished a run, you’re […]

5 years ago

There’s nothing like the thrill of discovering a new coffee shop. A new place to visit with pals on the weekend, a new place to reward yourself after a morning walk or swim, a new place to sneak off to on your lunch break for a cheeky flattie. With that said, say hello to Blink […]

5 years ago

Dublin City Council have unveiled a ‘rainbow walk’ on Capel Street in partnership with Dublin Pride. Painted outside Pantibar on Capel Street overnight, by a DCC traffic section crew, the rainbow walk is believed to be the first of its kind in Ireland. https://www.instagram.com/p/CQQjffxsB_L/ This initiative is part of a wider programme led by the […]

5 years ago