Tickets are now on sale for what promises to be the biggest and best Celtic Connections festival ever.
Proudly known as Europe’s premier folk, roots and world music festival, and the home of spectacular musical showcases and one-off collaborations, Celtic Connections has continued to expand into a multitude of genres over its 30-year history.
🤝 Ireland branded ‘the friendliest country in Europe'
Anybody who has visited Ireland will know what the Conde Nast survey is talking about.
Countless global reports have continually dubbed the people of Ireland as some of the friendliest and most welcoming to visitors in the world, and our readers feel the same.
🍺 Guinness Storehouse named Europe’s leading tourist attraction
The Guinness Storehouse, home of Ireland’s iconic brew, has scooped two gongs in the prestigious World Travel awards.
We’re delighted with our two awards…the whole team’s effort goes in to welcoming all our visitors and making sure they have a really memorable experience.
Travel programmes are two-a-penny but this series is definitely worth a watch.
Alongside stunning photography of some of the UK’s most beautiful islands, the series celebrates their unique spiritual heritage as Ben meets local people finding out how faith and belief are woven into their modern-day communities.
🚗 Scotland’s North Coast 500 voted the UK’s best road trip
The iconic route around Scotland’s north Highlands has been called the country’s ‘Route 66’.
With its impressive 516-mile stretch of magnificent coastal views, it’s not surprising it’s such a popular route for travellers looking to explore. From castles to distilleries there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Hollywood royalty have transformed one of the world’s oldest football teams.
In the most unlikely alliance in sporting history, the actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney bought Wrexham AFC, plotting to change the fortunes of both club and community.
🗣️ Manx Language Festival runs from November 1st-5th
The revival of the Isle of Man’s traditional Celtic language continues apace.
The Cooish is a fun and friendly Manx language festival, which takes place annually every November. Whether you're completely new to Manx or a seasoned speaker, and no matter what age you are there will be something for you to enjoy!
📖 Best-selling author sets his new novel in Cornwall
Author Louis de Bernieres may be best known for Captain Corelli’s Mandolin, his novel set in the sun-soaked Greek Islands. But his latest work, Light over Liskeard, takes place on the brooding, misty, Bodmin Moor in the heart of Kernow.
“I found it bleak and mysterious, a land of ghosts and ruins. It was almost like being in another country.”
🎶 More great music - this time from Manx band Mec Lir.
This is a charming little album, full of personality and great playing. Only seven tracks long it still packs a punch…Nicely trad, without the need for too much programmed embellishment, these boys can play.
