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5 Unmissable Spots on the Wild Atlantic Way

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No Irish bucket list can be complete without exploring the beautiful Wild Atlantic Way.  Stretching 6200 kilometers all the way from the Inishowen Peninsula in Co Donegal to Kinsale in Co Cork, Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way offers one of the best coastal driving routes in Europe and arguably the entire world! Here are 5 unmissable spots to mark on your route traveling from north to south: 1. Slieve League, Co Donegal The Sliabh Liag (Slieve League) cliffs are located on the north west of Ireland and are the highest accessible cliffs in Europe. Sliabh Liag directly translates as “Grey Mountain” in Gaeilge (Irish) and the cliffs impressively rise up over 600m above the ocean below (The Wild Atlantic Way Online Guide, 2023). There is a viewing platform that offers panoramic views over the Atlantic ocean, Donegal Bay and the Sligo Mountains.  Image: arrivalguides.com 2. Downpatrick Head, Co Mayo Downpatrick Head should be an unmissable stop on the Mayo leg of your journey. The Downp...

10 curiosities about Brasília

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The capital of Brazil was thoroughly planned before its construction and had some interesting facts about its structure, titles and records, even in the Guinness Book.                                              Image by Unsplash A city in a square (Federal District) is in the middle of the map. This is where the capital of the most colourful country in the world is. Brasília was planned with the well-being of residents and visitors in mind, with wide streets and trees everywhere. Freedom, fresh air and the beauties of the cerrado, welcome to Brasilia! 1 Brasilia was inaugurated in 1960 by former President Juscelino Kubitschek. 2 Its 'drawing' is in the shape of an aeroplane. 3 Brasilia does not have corners. 4 Streets and avenues meet in the so-called 'tesourinhas', which remembers a scissor. Image by Unsplash 5 Their addresses are formed by num...

5 Tactics To Grab Those Cheap Flights

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Whether you fly because of hobby or of company engagement, there is full of surprises that await at your final destination. But what if your personal budget is not enough or your company has limits in terms of paying your flights? Would you still pursue to book and fly? _________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yes, it is true. Travelling is a very expensive stress reliever for most of us. We are living in a world full of unknowns and uncertainties, but when we opt to travel to different places, we come to explore and later on learn new things around us: flying in the skies, setting foot on new lands, tasting sumptuous delicacies, mingling with new cultures, seeing old ruins, learning exotic flora and fauna, and conquering myriads of adventures— all these we experience, through travelling. Well, in this article, we give you at least top 5 tactics to grab those cheap flights so you can go and wear your sunglasses and take a sip o...

4 of the Best Coastal Towns to Visit in Ireland

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With well over 3000km of Irish coastline, there is no shortage of beautiful seaside towns and villages dotted around the country. Ireland has so much to offer on our coast from bustling beach towns to quaint fishing villages. Now that longer days and better weather is fast approaching, we’re giving you 4 of the best coastal destinations to explore in Ireland this summer season. Lahinch, Co Clare Located on the west coast in Co. Clare, Lahinch is Ireland’s surfers paradise with world class surfing conditions all year round. It’s also a haven for other water sports such as kitesurfing, fishing and sailing. If golf is more your thing then playing a round at Lahinch Golf Club will surely tick all the boxes. In the town itself, there are dozens of great cafes, restaurants and pubs to visit with live traditional music to be found in many of the pubs including Kenny’s Bar and The Nineteenth Bar. The stunning Cliffs of Moher are just a 15 minute drive from Lahinch town making it a great bas...

How to choose a backpack

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Luggage or backpack? Different trips ask for different companies! Learn how to choose the perfect backpack for your next adventure! When we decide to travel, the budget is one of the most important things to consider. Did you know that even on a tight budget, you can still go on amazing trips? These are the low-cost calls. Today I want to show you how to prepare for a backpacking trip. Let's leave tips to help you plan a low-cost trip for another day!                                            Image by Unsplash For starters, during a backpacking trip, you will need two types of backpacks: carry-on and rucksack. Both are measured in litres but have different purposes as well as sizes. Carry-on backpack: it is smaller and serves to put the essential items for the day. In other words, this backpack is the one that will accompany you during your tours and your a...