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Eager for the perfect start to 2025, Alan Wallace (@inspiringbelfast) and his partner Patrice, set off on a short drive from Belfast to spend three days along the amazing Causeway Coastal Route. This is your sign to start planning your own adventure.

Northern Ireland boasts some of the darkest skies in the UK, making it a hidden gem for stargazers. With its remote landscapes and minimal light pollution, you can experience breathtaking views of the night sky, including the Milky Way, countless stars, and even planets. And if you are very lucky, the Northern Lights might make an appearance.

If you're looking to trace your family ancestry back to your roots in Northern Ireland, you'll find this collection of resources and information helpful.

We love our dogs in Northern Ireland and we understand how difficult it can be to leave four-legged friends behind when you go on holiday... so bring them with you! Here's a list of places where they’ll be as welcome as the rest of the family. 

Send tails wagging with the best dog walks in Northern Ireland, which we've combined with suggestions of pet-friendly places to stay for your next short break.

Tired of flowers, chocolates, cuddly teddy bears and the same old places? It’s time to have some fun on Valentine’s Day – and treat each other to something you really want – right here in Northern Ireland. 

The spirit of Northern Ireland is evident in every season of Game of Thrones®, and a new element has been added to further enhance the experience for fans through the ancient art of stained glass.

Northern Ireland is easily accessible by air, sea, road and rail. With 3 airports, sea ports and a network of motorways, it has never been easier to get to Northern Ireland. What are you waiting for? 

A Dark & Stormy (or a ‘Coastal Storm’ as they like to call it in Copeland) is the ultimate, classic rum cocktail and is one of the easiest cocktails to make. If you’re a fan of a Moscow Mule, you’ve got to give this a try! It's the perfect cocktail for any time of the year.

Tullymill Restaurant is known for it's welcoming atmosphere and delicious dishes. They have provided this recipe for you to recreate. Pigs in blanket sausage rolls with creamy Sperrins blue cheese and cranberry! This recipe serves 12. 

This Christmas Bannock is a lovely modern twist on the traditional Soda bread. Supplied by Tracey's Kitchen Farmhouse from their 17th Century thatched cottage to your doorstep. It’s absolutely delicious and of the festive season. Enjoy it toasted with lashings of butter and a wee cup of tea!

Our friends at Wee Buns Cookery School provide some of the best hands-on baking and cooking classes in Northern Ireland. Mary Anne is a chef with many years experience in the industry including working in renowned Michelin star restaurants. She has supplied this delicious Christmas cookies recipe so that you can bake with ease and confidence.