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Northern Ireland is increasingly becoming a top destination for outdoor activities, with watersports in particular growing in popularity. Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) has experienced a wave of momentum in recent years and we asked local expert Jordan from Active Adventures NI for more info for those looking to give it a go in NI.

Irish rugby sevens star, Harry McNulty recently paid a flying visit to Belfast and County Down for an energising escape packed full of great activities, amazing places to stay and of course ‘scrum-ptious’ food and drink.

With 2023 branded the year of ‘Travel Like No Other’, award-winning blogger and online influencer, Tara Povey (@whereistarablog) enjoyed a revitalising trip to Northern Ireland to help her prepare for an exciting 12 months ahead.

As winter was coming the timing was perfect for Nadia El Ferdaoussi (@Nadia_dailyself) to visit Northern Ireland, the home of Game of Thrones®, for a trip which took in the Mourne Mountains, Newcastle, Banbridge and Belfast city.

Family blogger Gillian Harvey of "Where Are We Going Tomorrow", along with her husband Mick and daughters Sophie and Chloe, recently had the best time exploring County Down.

If you're planning to attend an Ulster Rugby game in the new year, why not make a weekend out of it? We caught up with Anna Madigan, wife of Ireland and Ulster Rugby star, Ian Madigan, for her recommendations on how to have the perfect match weekend in Belfast.

Thrones mania is set to erupt all over again this year with the premiere of House of the Dragon, the prequel drama depicting the Targaryen dynasty’s rise and conquest of the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros. So it’s a perfect time to reacquaint ourselves with that world, on a visit to Northern Ireland’s newest state-of-the-art visitor attraction...

The most Instagrammable spot in Northern Ireland is probably here, there and everywhere. For a relatively small place it’s got massive Insta-potential given the stunning natural landscape, impressive industrial heritage and a contemporary street culture and vibe that’s arguably second to none. We’ve picked some of our most Insta-friendly places that are well worth a visit, a snap and a selfie. 

Northern Ireland has just under two-hundred-and-fifty miles of coastline packed full of natural beauty, scenic drives, and stunning beaches. Whatever you’re on the lookout for, be it thrills or just the chance to chill, a short coastal break with friends or family will surely fit the bill.

Meet the faces behind Northern Ireland's Giant Spirit, including Mark from Dalriada Kingdom Tours and Claire from Mussenden Sea Salt.

Northern Ireland’s second city is compact enough to travel on Shanks’s mare (i.e. by foot) but it has giant heart, as does the rest of this glorious county. So, enjoy the craic wherever you happen to find yourselves across Derry~Londonderry!

Short breaks packed with adventure.  No matter how short your break, when you visit Northern Ireland, you can pack loads of fun in. Whether you’re taking a short break, a long weekend or a day trip - there’s nowhere quite like Northern Ireland for giant adventures. Here’s three ways to make the most of three perfect days.