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Ski in 2021 with O’Hanrahan Travel

There is so much to think of when booking a ski holiday, especially if it happens to be your first time. Besides organising flights and transfers, the real expertise lies in choosing the correct resort! Slopes will vary depending on level of experience. Childcare facilities are not available in all resorts, similar to indoor heated swimming pools not being an amenity that all properties can offer. Accommodation can range from basic self catering apartments and

Travel Agents Frustration

Irish Travel agents have been left frustrated with the Governments ‘green list’ of countries that have been deemed safe for travellers to visit this year. Popular destinations for Irish travellers such as Spain and Portugal are above the European Centre for Disease Control metric of 20 cases over the previous 14 days per 100,000 people and thus have not been included on the listing. These countries account for a large percentage of European family holidays
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Round up of Travel Offers for June

Each month we will bring you a fresh round up of all of our expert agent Travel Offers. Whether you want to soak up the sun in sunny Spain or ski the black slopes of Europe, the Travel Centres agents have put together the perfect itinerary for your next holiday. This months offers come from O'Hanrahan Travel and The Travel Broker who offer a bespoke travel services and team up with the very best suppliers
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8 Virtual Museum Tours that you can enjoy from your Living Room

Are you craving some travel time? Do you have the travel bug? Are you stuck at home? Technology has made it easier than ever for us to experience some of the worlds wonders and museums from our living rooms. Sit back, relax and enjoy some of the worlds top museum virtual tours from the comfort of your own home. Natural History Museum - London Discover the wonders of the natural world from the confines of

7 Adventure Videos to Watch on YouTube

In the current situation we are all hibernating so it's the perfect time to watch some of the best travel and adventure videos on YouTube. Here are seven travel related videos that showcase some of the most beautiful destinations around the world and will motivate you for your next big adventure. Sahara with Michael Palin (55 minutes) At 55 minutes each, these episodes are packed with useful tips about the cultures and regions around the
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Turkey’s stunning Cappadocia from the air

Adventure Travel isn’t all white-knuckle thrills and low budget backpacking. It’s more about getting off the beaten track and fulfilling some of those lifelong ambitions. When the term ‘Adventure Travel’ is conjured up, what do those words mean to you? If you type in the term in Google, you get the following two definitions: ‘an unusual and exciting or daring experience’ and ‘engage in daring or risky experience’ It’s those two words ‘daring’ and risky’
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Iceland – Far from the madding crowd

Our top 10 guide to some of Europe’s best undiscovered gems for your next break away from the tourist hoards One of life’s great conundrums is that popular destinations only become popular in the first place because they have something to offer a lot of different people — whether that ‘something’ be atmosphere, friendliness, cheapness, accessibility, safety, culture or any number of other attributes. Destinations don’t become popular out of the blue or by accident;
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Palma de Mallorca, the hidden gem of the Balearics

The first thing they see on approach is the magnificent Cathedral of Santa Maria, commonly known as La Seu, which overlooks the bay and is floodlit at night. Built on the site of a Moorish era mosque, it was completed in 1601 and is most noted for having one of the biggest Gothic rose windows in the world. Gaudi’s hand is evident inside – the architect of Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia was involved in renovations during
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8 Top Destinations for Nature Lovers

From the ice-capped mountains of the Canadian Rockies to the incredible cliffs of Cape Town, nature lovers are spoiled for choice with so many stunning landscapes to choose from. We have picked 8 destinations where you will enjoy a true taste of nature and reconnect with the land. 1. Phong Nha, Vietnam This is a never ending paradise for explorers. Home to Hang Son Doong, the worlds largest cave, this UNESCO listed national park is

Can you find romance on holiday?

In the last of our Travel and Love series for the month we ask the question: Can you find romance on holiday? The simple answer if yes. If you are open, relaxed and doing a little flirting than the best romances can happen while you are travelling. When you are removed from real world problems and your daily routine, romance is ripe for picking. Many people plan to travel to let their hair down and
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8 Ways Travel Can Help to Rekindle Romance

Do you remember the initial excitement of meeting up with your loved one? You can't keep your hands off each other and everything the other person does seems to be somehow magical. This blissful time may not last forever and that feeling of electricity may fade a little. Holding hands and tendering reaching out to touch each other are two ways to show your partner that you still care but embarking on a new travel

5 Unique Honeymoon Trends

Where can you go to turn off after the busy wedding planning? You deserve some time out with your loved one to celebrate your new life together and enjoy each others company. There is something for every fun loving couple but we have chosen the top 5 honeymoon trends that keep popping up in the popular lists. A Honeymoon for Beach Lovers in the Caribbean Relax and unwind on some of the most pristine beaches

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