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Liverpool will be hosting the Eurovision 2023 Grand Final on Saturday 13 May, and the excitement and celebrations go far beyond the host city. For those looking to get involved, Belfast has lots of great activities to enjoy which capture the spirit and energy of the live event.

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.

When it comes to putting the feet up, and well…getting them massaged too, Northern Ireland offers a whole suite of treatments in the most sublime locations. Not only will you get the very best of care and attention but you’ll also be treated to our unique welcome and hospitality too.  

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.

Music may be the food of love, though understandably there will be times when you want something more substantial. Well, you’re in luck.

Northern Ireland appreciates the joy that a good day’s shopping can bring. So, wherever you go, you’ll find top class shopping centres, wonderful local markets, boutique design stores and artisan craft shops. All perfect places to pick up something special as a gift to bring home – or a way to treat yourself.

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...

Northern Ireland has a ton of family activities and adventures to enjoy and we promise they won’t burn a hole in your wallet or purse. Here are a few budget friendly ideas for starters.