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Meet the faces behind Northern Ireland's Giant Spirit - Part One.

Meet the faces behind Northern Ireland's Giant Spirit, including Martin from Life Adventure, Donal from Lagan Legends, Nikki from Hidden Huntley, Bronagh from Bakehouse NI and Martin from Ritual Landscapes.

It's time to book a much-needed short break, and these self-catering options are perfect for those looking for a home-from-home setup.

When it comes to choosing a holiday these days, more of us are considering the environmental impact of where we go and what we do. There’s actually a lot more to feel good about, when you make your getaway a little greener and spend that extra little bit of time getting to know the locals and what’s special about where they live. 

BBC drama Line of Duty keeps pulses racing with action packed car chases, nail biting cliff-hangers and, of course, Ted Hastings' infamous one liners. Not only can we claim Ted Hastings as a National Treasure, but we can say that most of the filming takes place in and around Belfast.
 

We have launched an audio-series of enchanting Soothing Stories from Northern Ireland, bringing listeners on a tranquil journey through beautiful landscapes, rich culture and extraordinary heritage. 

This February we are celebrating all things Love. Celebrate with us! We have interviewed five amazing couples who own and run tourism businesses in Northern Ireland. Take a read through their heart-warming stories and how their businesses came to life…

Veganuary, the January challenge for people seeking to move to a plant-based diet has exploded in popularity with around half a million people worldwide signing up this year.

Across Northern Ireland people have been embracing the vegan lifestyle with some even choosing to explore veganism beyond January. 

We know it’s tough having to stay inside at the moment but now is the perfect opportunity to get stuck into some reading. 

Northern Ireland is spoilt for choice with our rich literary talent, from Nobel Prize-winning poets to creators of childhood heroes and a crop of gifted up and coming writers.  

Soundtrack your day to day with our Ultimate Northern Ireland Playlist. We have compiled a brilliant playlist, made to ‘get you going’ and make your everyday that bit better. From doing the dishes, to going on your daily walk, you will love listening to Northern Ireland’s top picks.

Here in Northern Ireland, the food is delicious, the scenes are mighty and our people’s friendly welcome is what puts the 'Giant' into Northern Ireland’s Spirit. We want to celebrate and shine a light on the wonderful people behind our Giant Welcome.

Northern Ireland’s breathtaking beauty is the real star of the show.  Here are some locations that steal the scenes in iconic film and TV productions.