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Northern Ireland

Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter.

Formerly strife-torn, this is now one of Europe’s coolest cities

Northern Ireland’s capital is increasingly striking a chord with folk seeking culture, festivals and gigs.

  • by Steve McKenna
The walls once separated Protestant loyalist and Catholic nationalist enclaves during The Troubles.

The European city that’s still divided by a wall

The strangest thing about this wall is that it runs right through a seemingly ordinary residential neighbourhood.

  • by Brian Johnston
Forestis is located on Plose mountain in the Dolomites, 1800 metres above sea level.

Traveller Awards: 10 outstanding places to relax and rejuvenate

Some experiences require an open mind; others a deep pocket. But all of these unique experiences put relaxation and self-care front and centre.

  • by Traveller team
Getting your washing dry on the road can be challenging.

An embarrassing moment highlights the trouble with laundry on the road

The washing is the easy part. The drying requires real strategy.

  • by Julietta Jameson
Inishmore, Aran Islands.

Despite Brexit, travelling Ireland and Northern Ireland is still easy

Whichever way you go, things tend to work out just grand in Ireland.

  • by Steve McKenna
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The hotel has 16 uniquely-styled guest rooms - all named after personalities with Northern Irish connections.

The Harrison Chambers of Distinction hotel, Belfast: From CS Lewis to Derry Girls - this hotel honours history and culture

This new boutique hotel has 16 uniquely-styled guest rooms all named after Northern Ireland's famed sons and daughters.

The Grand Central is Northern Ireland's tallest hotel.

Hotel review: Grand Central Hotel, Belfast - the place to see and be seen

The Grand Central is a slick option for corporate and leisure travellers alike, with a handy Belfast location.

  • by Steve McKenna
Furnished with original sets, props, costumes and interactive exhibits, the Game of Thrones Studio Tour will thrill anyone with a keen interest in TV and film production.

Game of Thrones Studio Tour, Northern Ireland: A behind-the-scenes look at the hit show

Northern Ireland hopes its reputation as the home of the hit show will provide a booster for its pandemic-battered tourism industry.

  • by Steve McKenna
Don't miss Titanic Belfast.

Belfast, Northern Ireland travel guide and things to do: Nine highlights

With its ace Titanic and Game of Thrones attractions, foodie hotspots and rejuvenated pubs, Belfast has become a great city to visit.

  • by Steve McKenna
Bushmills: crowd of tourists to see Giant's Causeway.

Northern Ireland and Ireland: A family road trip in a motorhome

Fall under the spell of The Emerald Isle on a week-long motorhome adventure.

  • by Jamie Lafferty

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