What really sets a hotel apart is its willingness to go that extra mile, meaning this hotel gets top marks. While booking his stay in Malone Lodge recently, Andy Gaffney was filling out his details, when he came upon the request section. Being a man of singular tastes, Andy entered the following. Presumably, he thought […]
9 years ago
Anyone who is due to travel by plane in the next few days is advised to check their flight as fog is causing airport disruptions. A number of flights were cancelled in Ireland, the UK and elsewhere in Europe due to thick fog yesterday making take offs and landings unsafe. This morning, flights from Belfast […]
9 years ago
Anyone who’s planning trips via the DART over the long weekend, take note. Due to engineering works, the rail service will not run between Pearse and Howth to Malahide station until Bank Holiday Monday. However, Dublin Bus will accept all valid rail tickets on buses between closed DART stations and the city centre. Bus transfers […]
9 years ago
Come Dine With Me is cringe comedy at its best. Everybody loved the show a few years back until we all kinda forgot about it (if you’re not familiar with the concept, it involves a group randomers competing to throw the best dinner party over the course of a week for a £1,000 prize), but we were abruptly reminded how gas it is […]
9 years ago
We’ve known they’ve been coming for a while and have up to ten outlets planned across the island of Ireland. This morning saw the first Five Guys open their doors in Belfast and the hysteria kicked off. Five Guys is known for its fresh, made to order customisable burgers with a vast choice of toppings at no extra charge. […]
9 years ago
Ever since masked men entered The Regency Hotel in Dublin on Friday afternoon, Dublin has fallen into an uneasy state as gangland warfare has reared its ugly head. Last night saw the second shooting in what appears to be a revenge attack, and Dubliners are trying to comprehend what exactly is happening. We thought we’d round […]
9 years ago
The dull weather getting you down? Well, here’s an amazing prize to help cheer you up! Take a break on us and head to beautiful Belfast, home to some spectacular historical centres including the famous Titanic museum. Belfast is also bursting with incredible restaurants you need to try, and there’s always a bustling bar near by. Click here to find out all […]
9 years ago
Earlier today Minister for Justice Frances Fitzgerald announced that she will not be permitting licensed premises to serve alcohol on Good Friday. So Good Friday is to continue as normal this year, despite a solid campaign from the Licensed Vintners Association & Vintners Federation to change the current legislation. However, the geniuses at The Bridge 1859 in Ballsbridge […]
9 years ago
We’re all a little bit obsessed with burritos, and the burrito trend don’t seem to be going anywhere fast (something which we’re very thankful of). However, there are still some people who have never actually tried a burrito. Boojum, winner of our Dublin’s Finest Lunch award, took it upon themselves to educate three young fellows in the […]
9 years ago
New trains on Translink’s Enterprise service between Dublin and Belfast have been temporarily banned due to safety issues. The new fleet of trains was launched last November at a cost of €16.4m, however concerns arose after the train doors opened on two separate occasions when the train was in transit. According to UTV, last year’s refurbishment programme included an extensive […]
9 years ago
It’s easy to forget that Dublin is a treasure trove of trivia, hidden gems and long-lost stories – particularly as we get caught up in the daily hustle and bustle of city life. But a new book, which hits the shelves today, should help us rediscover the low-key beauty all over again. Dublin Strolls is written […]
9 years ago
Two men aged 19 and 66 broke into a fire station last night in Larne, Northern Ireland, stole a fire engine and proceeded to destroy an entire street. No one was injured during the incident and the joy riders have since been arrested. As you can see from the pictures below, their reckless actions caused considerable damage. Scene of carnage in Larne after fire engine was stolen […]
9 years ago