Guides, stories and insights for internationals building a new life abroad.
The history of witchcraft is one that has not always been smooth or popular. Way back when it was once condemned to practice crafts associated with witchcraft, it proved fatal to even be suspected of being a witch. In 2020, witchcraft has become a type of trend; from crystals to tarot cards, people are regularly […]
Fireworks, beautiful and vibrant, are frequently used to ring in the new year, celebrate new beginnings and make people smile. The kaleidoscopic chaos that ensues can be so mesmerising it is easy to forget just how dangerous they can be. Every year medical personnel, the Gardai and the fire department are forced to deal with […]
Days are getting shorter, nights are getting colder. You know what that means! Soup season, of course. Soups are nutritious, delicious and versatile. They are easy to make in bulk, freeze, and heat up when it’s cold outside and you’re tired and don’t feel like cooking. Soups also tend to be inexpensive, so are good […]
When Covid-19 first hit much of what we knew and how we lived changed. Cinemas were closed, eating out harshly curtailed and most forms of socialisation cancelled. A silver-lining, to a very dark period in history, has been a return to traditional hobbies, such as cooking, gardening and craft-making. Writing too has seen a […]
Whether it’s your first time visiting Dublin, second, or maybe you know a friend who wants to go, we have made a guide for you. There are three main things you need to know – accommodation, transport and things to do. We’ve broken them down into this easy guide. Accommodation The first thing you […]
Very little has been hit quite as hard during lockdown, then live music. With festivals cancelled and venues closed, sometimes for good. The present and immediate future of gigs and culture is quite a bleak one. This said, organisations and people are nethertheless getting together to find innovative ways to recreate the magic of live […]
Five protests that happened in Ireland 2020 Protests and demonstrations are deeply embedded within Irish heritage, and like every other country, the root of protesting often comes down to a struggle within hierarchies. Throughout Irish history, protests have ranged from challenges posed by British rule, to anti-war protests, to internal struggles such as the anti-austerity […]
Do you want to know the best walks to do in Dublin city? If you are tired of always doing the same plans, walking through the same streets, seeing the same people… Here comes your solution. It’s a fact that quarantine has been a fresh start for many people, a pause that has involved […]
Have you ever thought about playing in an escape room? Do you consider yourself a bit of a Sherlock Holmes? Or maybe The Riddler, from Gotham City? If you just like having fun while pushing your brain to the limit, this is for you: a shortlist of best offline Irish escape rooms. Lockdown has made […]
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