One brother’s incredible birthday surprise for his sister
After nearly 20 months of travelling, one brother decided to give his sister a birthday surprise that she would never forget.
Get the tissues ready, you will need them.
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Instagram accounts that you need to follow to inspire your travels
Instagram is the perfect place to go if you are looking for some travelling inspiration or even an escape from the daily toll of everyday life.
These three accounts are a sure bet to get you to feel the travel bug
@Zakshelhamer
Zak’s images will inspire you to ditch the relaxing beach holiday in favour of adventure. The thrill seeker has travelled the globe snowboarding, surfing and cliff jumping and has captured the most stunning and awe-inspiring snap on his camera.
@KevinRuss
Kevin is a self confessed full-time traveller and spends his days travelling around in his car. His up close and personal shots of western American allow you see the country like you’ve never seen before.
@Fosterhunting
Foster is a true hero to anyone who has ever wanted to ditch their day job and travel around in a VW van. His images will truly get you to the heart of the place his is in.
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Four easy ways to stay healthy on holidays
Before going on holidays, many ladies up their fitness levels and ditch the bad foods to get the beach body. Unfortunately, all their hard work goes out the window when they arrive at their destination; however, with a little bit of motivation you can maintain a healthy you.
Exercise each morning
True, the last thing you want to be doing on holidays is a bit of exercise, but there is no better way to start your day than a quick run or ten minute workout.
Explore on foot
Ditch the taxis and public transport and instead opt to explore the city on foot. Not only will it keep you trim and healthy you will also get to see a lot more of the area than you would behind a car.
Stay hydrated
Staying hydrated is the key to a healthy lifestyle and even more so when you are in a warm country and sweating a lot more than usual.
Stick with your fruit
Ditch the fry each morning and instead go for a bowl of fruit to start the day with.
Staying fit and healthy on holidays doesn’t mean you miss out or sacrifice fun, it just means you won’t come back with that bit of extra holiday weight.
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These ‘Place-Hacking’ photos are incredible
Ever wondered what London looks like from King’s Reach Tower? Or what Chicago looks like from Legacy Tower? Well, thanks to a group of explorers who call themselves Place Hackers you can.
Place hacking is an actual thing and involves a group of adrenaline junkies that go to dizzying heights and scary edges across the world all in the name of fun. They explore old military bases, sewers, power stations and skyscrapers under construction.
Talking to Mother Jones, Bradley Garrett author of Explore Everything: Place Hacking the City the latest craze is “about going into places that are essentially off limits and, because they are off limits, have been relatively forgotten.”
The thrill seekers don’t vandalise or wreck the place, they simply explore and document so we can see the world like it’s never been seen before.
However, if you don’t have a head for heights we recommend you give these photos a miss…
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Four of the weirdest delicacies around the world
Travelling is all about immersing yourself in the culture and the traditions of the country; this includes eating the delicacies of the places you are in.
Here are the four weirdest dishes across the globe that you just have to try:
Fried tarantulas, Cambodia
The entire spider is fried so if you have a fear of the eight legged creature these may not be for you.
Live octopus, Korea
Yes, the octopus is still alive. The live octopus is cut into pieces before seasoned and served for dinner, while the tentacles are still wriggling around.
Casu Marzu, Sardinia
Casu Marzu is a cheese that is infested with insect larvae – sounds yum… Thankfully, the unusual cheese is now banned but apparently people still want it and is available on the black market.
Puffer fish, Japan
Not sure why people would eat this as you could actually end up dead. The fish contains todrotoxin which is 1,250 times more deadly than cyanide so you might want to avoid this. Not surprising, only expert chef’s in licensed restaurants can prepare this fish.
Remember, while these may be considered an acquired taste to us to others they are yum
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Ice-cream parlours worth travelling for
Who doesn’t love ice-cream? Except Ross Gellar, obviously.
Some places have ice-cream making down to a fine art, and these are the places we want to visit!
1. Murphy’s Ice-Cream, Killarney, Dublin and Dingle, Ireland
You don’t have to travel far for scrumptious ice-cream!
With uh-mazing flavours such as Toasted Irish Oats and Dingle Sea Salt, Murphy’s pride themselves on their ice-cream making, “Ice -cream that knows where it’s coming from.”
2. Perché No!, Florence, Italy
Their ice-cream is made fresh morning with exciting flavours such as sesame crunch.
No wonder it’s rumoured to be Nigella Lawson’s favourite ice-cream!
3. Max & Mina’s New York City
Are you brave enough to taste pesto flavoured ice-cream? How about a nice pinot-noir flavour?
4. Vaffelbageriet, Copenhagen, Denmark
Do you fancy a four-scoop cone with cream, syrup and a chocolate covered meringue puff? Because we sure do! Prepare to come down from that one with a bang.
5. Antico Caffè Spinnato, Palermo, Italy
Ice-cream served in a freshly baked brioche roll? YES please!
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The four most amazing places to go surfing in Ireland
If surfing is on your to do list, you don’t have to venture miles away from home to tick it off. Ireland is blessed with an incredible coastline that has a huge variety of reef and break points – words familiar to the keen surfer.
Here the top four places to catch a wave in Ireland:
Bundoran, Co. Donegal
Bundoran is incredibly popular with surfers all over the world and there is a pretty good reason why. The town hosts some of the world’s most well known surf schools and is home to the best break points in the country.
Lahinch, Co. Clare
Lahinch is the surfing mecca of the west but unfortunately everyone seems to know it so it can get a little busy.
Tramoe, Co. Waterford
The Copper Coast in Waterford is an unsuspecting spot and is a perfect place to learn how to ride a wave.
Brittas Bay, Co. Wicklow
Brittas Bay is renowned for being the go to place as soon as the sun peeps out behind the clouds but it is now home to its very own surf school.
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Proud to be Irish
We may have been through a few tough times recently, but this video will make you proud to say you’re Irish.
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5 ways to make the most of your holiday
Here are some ways to make sure you arrive home content and happy with your travels.
1. Take lots of photos
Snap all around you. Who cares if you “look like a tourist” – you’ll appreciate the great memories when you come home!
2. Get out there
Hotels are strictly for sleep. Get out there and see what this new and exciting place has to offer and do it all.
3. Keep a journal
Sometimes we forget the little things so write everything down so you can remember each day as it was.
4. Early to bed, early to rise
We’re not suggesting you hit the leaba at 6pm or anything but you will need your full day to do all you need to so get your beauty sleep. You need to look good in those pictures after all!
5. Don’t miss opportunities
Just because your tired or it’s too hot doesn’t mean you should skip the day’s activities. You will regret what you didn’t do rather than what you did.
Remember to stay safe when travelling, these tips should help!
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Guess who was been voted the least desirable holiday companion
Katie Price has been voted as the least desirable holiday companion in a poll conducted by RadioTimes.com/travel.
The model-turned-reality-star-turned-author, topped the poll but was closely followed by comedian Russell Brand and Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson. Surprisingly, Victoria Beckham secured eight place with presenter Stephen Fry taking ninth.
Jade Bremner, travel editor of Radio Times, said: ‘It seems that opinionated celebrities are the people Radio Times readers would least like to travel with.” He added: “Holidaying with someone who’s likely to put their foot in their mouth or demonstrate diva-like behaviour can turn a dream trip into a nightmare.”
Here is the full list of the 10 celebrities voters would not like to be stuck with on holiday:
1. Katie Price
2. Russell Brand
3. Jeremy Clarkson
4. Keith Lemon
5. Simon Cowell
6. Joey Essex
7. Piers Morgan
8. Victoria Beckham
9. Stephen Fry
10. Jonathan Ross
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The top three places to see the Aurora Borealis
If you missed the recent Northern Lights in Donegal, never fear! We have found three amazing places that you can see the natural light display.
Svalbard, Norway
Svalbard is located in the Barents Sea between the Norwegian mainland and the North Pole and is home to just 2,400 people. The best time to go is between November and March.
Abisko National Park, Sweden
The Abisko National Park is home to the Aurora Sky Station and is one of the best places to see the Northern Lights. The Sky Station is located 250km from the Arctic Circle and is open on Friday nights from December to March so you better get moving if you want to see the aurora borealis.
Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Iceland
The Sneafellsnes Peninsula is an isolated, narrow strip of land that makes for a perfect viewing point of the light display. It also has a volcano, caves, glaciers and waterfalls to explore while you are there.
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Get your hiking boots on for these great Irish walks
Spring is here and it is beautiful out – the perfect weather for a hike!
These walks vary in difficulty, from easy and leisurely to a day-hike that you will feel in your thighs the next day!
1. The Glen of Aherlow, Tipperary
This area of Ireland is simply stunning. Choose from a leisurely stroll around the Glen taking in the panoramic views or perhaps brave a hike up the Galtees.
2. Inishbofin Westquarter Loop Walk, Galway
Take in the beautiful scenery of this world famous area and you won’t regret it!
3. The Dingle Way, Kerry
Dingle is famous all over the world for it’s stunning views – have you experienced it yet?
4. Glendalough, Wicklow
An historic walk with lots to learn and see.
5. Killarney National Park, Kerry
This park is huge, get lost and see what you discover! From the lake to the waterfall and a stunning house, if you are feeling tired treat yourself to one of the horse drawn carriages.
6. Carrauntoohil, Kerry
The highest point in Ireland, this one isn’t for the faint hearted!
7. Croagh Patrick, Mayo
This mountain is not only a popular walk but is taken on by hundreds of pilgrims each July.
8. Sugar Loaf, Wicklow
Take in the panoramic views of Co. Dublin and Wicklow with this popular hike.
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