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Dublin Writers' Festival

This year's Dublin Writers' Festival looks set to be a big event with appearances from Dan Brown and Caitlin Moran.

Top destinations to visit on a mini cruise

If you are short of time but still want a luxurious holiday, mini cruises are the ideal option. Allowing you to explore a number of exciting destinations a little closer to home, they are perfect for couples seeking a little romance - but where is best to go?

Top things to see and do in Dublin on a UK cruise

If you're planning on go on a cruise around the UK, make sure you choose an itinerary that features Dublin. This vibrant Irish city is packed with attractions, which means there are a host of great options for fun on-shore excursions. Learn about some of the top things to see and do here below.

Visit Ireland's hidden gems on a short break

The Emerald Isle is packed full of hidden gems, so if you are looking to take advantage of Ireland's holiday offers in order to take a weekend break, don't be afraid to get off the tourism trail. Here are a few places well worth visiting during your trip.

Coffee with a local in Dublin

Dubliner Edel Flood reveales some of the Irish city's top secrets over a pint of local cider - from champ, to the best pubs in Dublin and the elusive meaning of the term 'craic'.

Ensure you get the full Irish experience on a Dublin holiday

When it comes to getting an authentic taste of Ireland, there really is nowhere quite like Dublin. As the country's capital and biggest city, it offers the perfect blend of traditional and contemporary culture. In the same way to other big European cities - such as London and Paris - Dublin has all the amenities you need to have a relaxing break, but there's more than enough scope to have some craic too!

5 must-sees on a short break in Dublin

Dublin is the perfect destination for a short break, with the bustling Irish capital offering something for people of all interests and ages. Whether you're enjoying a romantic getaway or jetting off for the weekend with your family, you'll have an amazing time exploring the sights.

Top picks for March festivals

Thinking of heading away for a short break this March? Here’s a roundup of some of the best European festivals next month, from burning huge statues and fireworks, to the world famous Irish festival and the cultural highlight of the year in Budapest, March sees some pretty great events taking place.

Ten best value city breaks

New research by travel money provider M&S Money has revealed the top ten most affordable city breaks. While some of the destinations on the list are to be expected, others have taken us by surprise.

Best city breaks for going solo

Some cities can be great to go to with the family, others have a myriad of attractions to keep the kids entertained and other still are best just with the one you love. However there are some cities where it’s OK to just go it alone. These are the cities best for the solo traveller, where there’s enough to keep you entertained, the locals are friendly and you’ll never feel lonely.

Feature: Historic hotels for a fantastic short break

Over the past few weeks we’ve been looking high and low for some unusual hotels in Europe for a fantastic short break way. As our last feature in the series, we’ve gone one step further and found some unique hotels offering a slice of history.

Feature: Short-breaks for solo travellers

Solo travel has become increasingly popular over recent years and numerous tour organisers have responded by creating a range of two day to two week group trips, meaning you can travel alone but also be guaranteed the opportunity of meeting new folk.

Feature: Babymoon breaks in Europe

If you want to indulge in a bit of ‘me’ time before the pitter patter of tiny feet become the focus of all your attention (and sleepless nights become the norm!), then this could be just the thing for you! Babymoons are a relatively new phenomenon...

Feature: Top girl’s holidays for the May bank holiday

So the bank holiday’s coming up and you’re wondering what to do. Do I visit the boyfriend’s family? Babysit the little brother while my mum suns it up in Spain? No of course you don’t, you get your girls together and take a fabulous holiday in the UK or Europe! Following on from last week’s top lad’s destinations for the May bank holiday

Feature: Top lads holidays for the May bank holiday

You could say there are two types of holidays: ones with the girlfriend, the other with the lads. With the long bank holiday weekend coming up, now is a great time to start planning a trip with your mates. From the late-night clubs of Budapest to the rowdy pubs of Newcastle, we have compiled seven of the best weekend destinations for you to party in!

Riga tops table of bargain city break destinations

Brits planning a city break this year will find the best bargains in Eastern Europe, according to new figures from the Post Office. Latvian capital Riga led the field, followed by Prague and Budapest, in the annual cost comparison survey.

Ireland for St Patrick's Day

St Patrick's Day on 17 March is the ideal time for camping in Ireland. Take the car, campervan or mobile home across to Dublin, Rosslare, Larne or Dun Laohaire ports and enjoy the scenic drive inland.

Skip over to the Emerald Isle for St Patrick's Day

Irish Ferries Holidays is offering a three-night break to the Irish capital of Dublin this March, so short break lovers can catch the craic in the home of St Patrick's Day for just £116 per person, based on four sharing.

Celebrate St Patrick's Day anywhere in the world

Valentine's Day has come and gone and Easter is still two months away but if you need an excuse to get away, you could celebrate St Patrick's Day anywhere in the world in a whole host of ways, from New York to Chicago and Florence to Montreal.

St Patrick's Day offers for a truly Irish escape

Soak up all the best of Irish culture on St Patrick's Day with a short break to the Emerald Isle. Small Luxury Hotels of the World has rounded up the best of what's on offer this March, right down to a perfectly poured pint of Guinness.

Dublin rings in 2011 with three-day festival

The Irish capital is celebrating the start of 2011 in style with a brand new festival of music, food, drink and entertainment across the city from December 30 to January 1 to rival Edinburgh's Hogmanay festivities.

A romantic getaway in the Irish countryside

Whisk your lover off their feet with a blissful stay at Wineport Lodge, a relaxing lakeside retreat in County Westmeath, where you will be greeted with a romantic hamper of wine, chocolates and flowers.

Christmas delights on the Emerald Isle

This festive season, why not nip over to Ireland, where there is a selection of festivals, Christmas markets and concerts going on in November and December.