Guides, stories and insights for internationals building a new life abroad.
On September 18th, Babylon Radio was invited to the soft launch of Shaku Yard, a new bar opened by Reo Odirile. The bar offers some of the middle eastern bites that Shaku Yard’s sister restaurant, Shaku Maku, is known for, as well as delicious cocktails and, of course, an extensive beer selection. Shaku Yard is […]
Are you a little worried about this new beginning? Here is The Best International Student’s Guide to Dublin in 2025 that you were looking for! This Best International Student’s Guide to Dublin in 2025 is dedicated to you. Moving to another country isn’t an easy choice to make when you are young. Indeed, I correct […]
Dublin has increasingly become a hotspot for vegan and vegetarian food enthusiasts. While plant-based dining used to be a niche in the Irish capital, it has now evolved into a mainstream food movement, with numerous restaurants offering creative, affordable, and satisfying vegan and vegetarian dishes. For students, finding good food that doesn’t break the bank […]
Brian Gormley is one of the few surviving influential artists from the renowned East Village art movement of the 1980’s. His abstract pieces are what I could describe as streams of consciousness that are translated onto canvas with paint and print. He draws inspiration from what he calls the “snap and snarl” of contemporary graffiti […]
About Sheltered Arts John Brookes had a rough start in life, being diagnosed with leukemia at the tender age of 5. The severity of the illness and the long stays in the hospital made it difficult to keep up to date scholastically and to fully develop his passion for art. He warmly credits his aunt […]
If you are a fan of art museums and galleries, Dublin is the place to be. The city has multiple wonderful art galleries that represent multiple art movements, styles, and mediums. There are also lots of wonderful artists based in Dublin, allowing you to see what is trending in the art world right now. From […]
Sports in Ireland are followed by millions of fans who love the different typical Irish disciplines! From the traditional sports like Hurling and Gaelic Football, to Soccer, Rugby, Golf, Boxing and a range of other activities: they are at the centre of Ireland’s sporting scene. However, the question that is behind everything is: where can […]
Potatoes are more than just a side dish—they’ve become a universal comfort food. Whether fried into crispy British chips, spiced into flavourful Indian curries, or mashed into buttery clouds for a traditional roast dinner, the potato has found its way into the hearts (and stomachs) of people across the globe. This simple spud first domesticated […]
Music can be an incredible way of learning about a different country’s culture and history. Ireland has no shortage of songwriters, and many of them have written songs about their home country. Here are 9 songs that are essential listening to learn about Irish history and culture before you visit Ireland. Famine – Sinead O’Connor […]
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