SHEmazing!
follow us
more
 
HomeTagsPosts tagged with "travel"

travel

by

The Irish Blog Awards shortlist was announced recently and there a number of items which grabbed out attention very quickly.

This year the awards received a huge response with the number of nominations being up in the thousands. Judges will now be tasked with reading, reviewing and scoring all of the blogs which on the shortlist.

With close to 20 different categories, there is plenty to choose from. We are all about the bloggers here at SHEmazing and we’re always excited to find some new blogs to start obsessing over.

We put together a list of some of our favourites that cover everything from laugh-out-loud posts, serious (and realistic) fitness inspiration and more interesting takes on Irish life.
 

Health & Wellbeing:

The girls behind Kettlebelle.ie are committed to keeping it seriously real on their fitness journey. This is not the place to find a 'lose 5lbs before 5pm' type of post. Instead they write: "This is not a blog for elite athletes or bikini models (although we do look at photos and think one day that will be me!!) It is for us everyday girls that often need some help, tips, motivation or a swift kick up the arse to get ourselves on the road to being the HEALTHIEST, FITTEST, STRONGEST VERSION OF OURSELVES." You can find them on Instagram too and trust us, this is where some of the finest #fitspo is to be found.

Best Blog Post Nominee:

 

A photo posted by Dublin Girlo (@dublin_girlo) on

Dublin Girlo already has us laughing on a daily basis with her accounts of just what it takes to the sassiest stun-hun Dublin's southside has ever seen. Her blog post 'The 5 stages of getting over an arsehole' is no different. A highlight: "You and your girlos plaster every night out all over every social media site there is. You upload a selfie every day of you looking hunreal. Your clothes are stunning, you’ve probably dyed your hair (He obviously didn’t love you because of the colour of your hair)." Have a read of the whole post here. Be warned, it is fairly NSFW.

Food Blog:

The Little Green Spoon is hard to not read without feeling hungry. Seriously. If you can get to the 'Sweet Treats' section without raiding your presses then we salute you because we tend to only make it as far as the homepage before needing some snacks. There are countless recipes on this site to keep you occupied well through the winter. You can find some here.

Lifestyle:

With All the Finesse of a Badger is the place to go if you're feeling a little disillusioned with our modern society. Alvy is a writer who "dabbled in a bit of everything" and was recently at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Her retelling of 'the most impressively disastrous job interview there ever was' still has us laughing at our desks. You can find it, and more here. 

Travel:

Eat Sleep Chic is more than just a fashion and beauty blog. If you're looking for some weekend activity inspiration then look no further because this where all the best picks are going to be. We had no idea what Football golf was until we saw read this blog, and now we honestly can't to get out and try it. Oh, and another thing we love about this blog: all of the food! So much foodie goodness for your entertainment. 

Trending

by

So it turns out, tourists love Dublin! And what's not to love? On a sunny day, Temple Bar has been known to be a place where you can make an absolute pile of friends over a few pints. 

According to a survey on Twitter, Dublin has been voted the world's friendliest destination to visit. 

This survey was carried out by ebookers.com it was found Dublin had the most friendly locals and next to Nice, France, it was the most enjoyable destination to holiday. 

It was also found that Ireland came in fifth place on the list of enjoyable countries for a holiday. Ahead of it was Spain, the UK, Thailand and Italy respectively. 

The Mexico location of Cancun grabs the spot for having the best views in the world, with New York coming in second place. 

For all the foodies out there, Dubrovnik in Croatia has been voted the place to go worldwide for food, with Paris following behind. 

The survey consisted of analysing thousands of tweets by people travelling to different countries. Ebookers.com used several phrases which were used in tweets to describe different destinations including: 'beautiful sunset', 'amazing views', 'delicious food' and 'friendly locals'. 

Trending

by

Friends, family and colleagues have been taking to social media to pay tributes to Govan Jolliffe-Byrne – the young Irishman who died in East Africa over the weekend. 

Backpacking with friends in Tanzania, the 20-year-old Dubliner fell off a balcony at a nightclub in the coastal town of Tanga early this morning, the Irish Mirror reports.

Mr Jolliffe-Byrne hailed from the Carrickhill Close area of Portmarnock and was a keen football player.

His local GAA club Naomh Mearnog this evening tweeted: "Govan Byrne a true legend, always the the soul of the party and everyone's friend, you will never be forgotten," while others who knew him also paid tribute online.

Govan had worked as a bartender at Portmarnock Sports & Leisure Club and furthermore counted himself as a cricket and soccer fan. 

The student had attend Portmarnock Community School and sat his Leaving Cert there in 2013. He particularly excelled in maths and was also an exceptional chess player, competing at an international level.

Govan left Ireland for his East African trip in June and was expected to return shortly to resume his studies in Maynooth.

The Foreign Affairs department has been in touch with the Irish embassy in Dar es Salaam, and is in contact with his family.

Tanga sits on the Indian Ocean close to the Kenyan border. It is popular for its proximity to the islands of Zanzibar – where Govan was also spending time – and Pemba. 

 

Trending

by

The only thing we do not like about going on holidays is packing.

Trying to decide how many pairs of shoes we actually need is one thing. When it comes to making sure our bags aren’t over the allowed weight limit, things can get tense.

Now there’s yet another reason to fear the dreaded baggage scales. One airline has made the announcement that they are not only going to weigh luggage, they will be weighing passengers.

Yes, people, on weighing scales, in airports. Rude.

There is one silver lining for us though, unless you’re a frequent flyer of Uzbekistan Airlines then you shouldn’t have to deal with this new procedure.

The airline claims that they need to calculate the gross weight of the aircraft before it takes off, so therefore weighing both luggage and passengers is necessary.

“The weighing record will only contain the corresponding passenger category (i.e. male/female/children),” the company explained. “As for the rest, the full confidentiality of results is guaranteed.”

They claim that it is a necessary procedure outlined by the International Air Transport Association. In a statement they said: “airlines are obliged to carry out the regular procedures of preflight control passengers weighing with hand baggage to observe requirements for ensuring flight safety.”

But the IATA have denied that this is true.

“All airlines have policies in place for load calculations, weight, and balance of their aircraft,” an IATA spokesperson said.

“These policies in turn are subject to the rules and regulations of their national aviation regulator.”

Well, that’s one thing to consider if you’re ever flying in or out of Uzbekistan in the future.

Trending

by

Do you know any students that can’t wait to pack up their bags and take off for some new adventures? If you do, then you should definitely consider letting them know about this new offer from KBC.

A recent survey has revealed that one in three students would consider transport their most significant expense. So KBC are stepping in to help the students out.

They’ve introduced a new ‘fly or cash’ initiative they allows students the chance to avail of free banking and a free return European flight. If they’re not feeling the wanderlust then the opportunity to get some cash is also available.

If you manage to fit in 10 debit card transactions before 2016, then you can receive a second free return flight, this also means there is the option to nominate a friend for to receive the second free flight.

Who doesn’t love a holiday with their friends? Even better, who doesn’t love a holiday with free flights?

Considering that over half of Irish students say that the cost of living is a regular source of worry, we imagine the chance to grab a free holiday will make plenty of students very happy.

Interestingly the survey also revealed that one in three students receive their spending money from their parents while three in every ten have part time jobs to fund themselves during their studies.

We imagine there will be sighs of relief from mammies around the country when they hear that they won’t be funding this year’s trip to Paris, or the long weekend for two to Budapest.

Trending

by

After that miserable winter, we all want to embrace the summer season in any way we can. One of the best ways is to treat yourself to a fabulous fresh manicure. But, there’s nothing worse than looking down and finding your fresh new nails have vanished before the sun cream is even dried in. Lucky for you we’ve rounded up some tips to help you keep everything in place whether your jetting off to the guaranteed sunshine or just staying put.

Chose clothing wisely

We know it can take an engineering background to attempt to dress yourself when waiting for your polish to dry. To make things easier for yourself, and to keep your colour intact, just avoid clothing with zippers as they will cause your manicure to chip. Amy Ruiz, who is responsible for the nails of Reese Witherspoon says you can try wrap a rubber band through the top of your zipper so you don’t risk catching your nails and ruining all that hard work.

Settle on the right shape

We’re all pretty much addicted to our smartphones at this point. And that can have some bad side-effects for our nails. If you’re an Instagram addict or a texting machine, go for a nail shape with a more rounded edge. This will prevent it from chipping while you’re tapping away like a maniac. Ruiz also says that if you’re looking for a long-lasting manicure for the summer months she would opt for gel. She says “it's ideal for travel since you get 10 days to two weeks of non-chipping.”

Keep your nails protected on the sand

Sand is actually your manicure or pedicure’s worst enemy. The grains will scratch your colour off and leave it dull. Ruiz says that using some SPF will keep your topcoat intact by acting as a buffer and hydrating your nails. She says; "I find sprays contain more than one kind of alcohol that maybe drying to the skin or polish if sprayed in the sunlight." This is especially true for lighter shades so make sure you’ve got a good top coat on before adding the sun block.

Call in back-up

Try and keep those bright summer shades around for as long as possible by making sure you do a touch up. This is most important if you’ve spent all day in and out of the pool while on holidays. This is because the chlorine will cause your manicure to dry out so you need that extra coat to keep your colour from going astray.

Take care of your nails in the air

Jetting off some place fabulous this summer? Good for you, now just remember that airplane recycled air can be a nightmare for your nails. The skin around your nails will get dry mid-flight so make sure you have a good moisturiser in your carry-on, preferably one that’s got coconut or avocado oil. 

Trending

by

editorial_header_tea_party

Vintage Tea Party at the Beacon HotelDelicious miniature desserts; classic sandwiches, and scrumptious home-made scones garnished with prawns and Marie Rose sauce – all served, of course, with a choice of tea or coffee.
Yes, it’s safe to the say that SHEmazing! had a seriously scrumptious time at the Beacon Hotel in Sandyford’s Vintage Tea Party.

Better still, we were treated not only to a feast of sambos and desserts, but also to a makeup master-class, dinner in the award-winning My Thai restaurant, a bed for the night, AND breakfast the next morning. Hurrah!

To keep us looking pretty, the super-talented mother-and-daughter duo from the Beauty Team Studio took everyone back in time with a makeup and fashion through the ages rundown. One lucky lady was plucked from the crowd too for a full vintage makeover – resulting in gorgeous smokey eyes, wing liner, and a statement red lip. Perfection!
Vintage Tea Party at the Beacon Hotel
After a quick cat-nap (don’t judge us, we need our beauty-sleep) in the spacious, crisp white bed that was ours for the evening, the gaggle of invitees made their way to the simply divine My Thai restaurant to enjoy a two-course meal. On offer were the likes of grilled chicken marinated in 65 spices, and Thai chilli mussels in garlic and ginger to start. Mains included grilled sea bass with red and green peppers and topped with grilled shrimp, as well as spicy lamb curry flavoured with bay leaf and cinnamon, and finished with pineapple and potatoes.Equally impressive were the waiting staff, who went above-and-beyond to ensure everyone enjoyed their dining experience.

Vintage Tea Party at the Beacon HotelWith our bellies full, we moved to the trendy Crystal Bar for cocktails. We opted for strawberry daiquiris served over crushed ice – delightfully refreshing and full of flavour.
Waking up the next morning in our deluxe bedroom, we tucked into a plentiful selection of breakfast delights: there was a full fry fit for a queen along with exotic fruit, orange juice, and hot chocolate on the side. Frankly, we can’t think of a better way to start the day.

On reflection, we reckon the Vintage Tea Party experience is just about the perfect package for a birthday celebration, hen night, or simply a great girlie getaway. It definitely gets the SHEmazing! seal of approval.

What are you waiting for, book your Vintage Tea Party experience at The Beacon today click here.

Trending

by

Travelling is such an amazing experience for everybody to have at least once in their lifetime. Even though the prospect of it may seem scary, there is a huge world out there yet to discover. Have you ever wondered about the ways travelling can develop you as a person? After all, you cannot discover new oceans until you have the courage to lose sight of the shore.

New Cultures
Experiencing new cultures can really help to broaden your mind. Whether you’re meeting new people or trying new food, you will become more open to other ways of life.

Facing your fears
This is such an important part of life. It seems terrifying at first to take a step out of your comfort zone, but once you do it you’ll never look back and you will be strong enough to face anything that comes your way.

Stories for the future
Whether you’re travelling at 18 or 80, the memories you make will stay with you forever. Besides, a life of “oh wells” is better than a life of “what if’s”. Gather stories to tell your grandchildren and take hundreds of photos!

Meeting new people
How do you know your soul mate or best friend isn’t out there if you haven’t even looked? There are billions of people in the world, try to meet as many as possible. Even if you don’t get along, you will learn some sort of lesson from your relationship with them

Trending

by

Calling all movie buffs and travel lovers! Planning a weekend away with your friends or loved-ones? Then we may have just the places you would love to go…right here at home in Ireland.

Discover Ireland have compiled a great list of Ireland’s most famous film locations; from Kerry to Dublin, there’s something in there for everyone!

Here are some great locations for you to check out next time you’re in these counties:

Kerry
Visit Skellig Michael near Valentia in the Kingdom of Kerry which was featured in Star Wars: The Force Awakens. The island is the home of an historic Christian monastery and is well worth a visit!

Wicklow
Michael Collins, Brave Heart, Far & Away – is there any movie filmed in Ireland NOT in the beautiful Co. Wicklow? There are different routes you can take to spot all your favourite film locations; Braveheart Drive and The Michael Collins Drive!

Dublin
Another favourite for film directors, Dublin is featured in a huge amount of movies. Oscar-winning Once is set in the heart of the city while Trinity College was the setting for 1983’s Educating Rita starring Michael Caine.

Cork
Michael Collins, The War of the Buttons and The Wind That Shakes The Barley are all set in the Rebel County of Ireland. Amazing backdrops and a fascinating history make Cork not only an ideal film setting – but also the perfect weekend away!

Trending

by

Got any plans for a weekend getaway over the next couple of months? Now you do!

Ryanair announced on Twitter just minutes ago that they'll be offering 30c flights to Copenhagen for the next 3 hours. Flights can be booked for anytime between March 18th and May 21st.

Ladies, you have until  2pm – get booking! Just in case we didn't make ourselves clear… that's 60c for a return flight!

See you in Copenhagen!

Trending

by

With budget airlines and so many amazing destinations to choose from – we’ve compiled some places you can visit on a mini-break that won’t completely break you.

Krakow in Poland
With stunning town squares and charming buildings – enjoy a coffee in one of many charming cafes or visit the extensive museums and galleries of Krakow.

Budapest in Hungary
With a stunning Royal Palace, the Széchenyi Baths and lots of delicious Hungarian delicacies to try out, Budapest will be a city break to remember.

Edinburgh in Scotland
From the castle on the Royal Mile to the countless charming medieval streets and great bars, Edinburgh is a must on any list. While drinks and food may not be cheap exactly, countless offers on flights will help to even things out.

Prague in the Czech Republic
A famously charming city, home to the gorgeous Charles Bridge and the Astronomical Clock in the Old Town, sit back with a local beer and soak in the great atmosphere of Prague.

Lisbon in Portugal
A fabulously historical city, Lisbon is one of the cheapest destinations in Europe with amazing value for money. Partake in a walking tour to make sure you get to see every inch of this fascinating city. Don't forget to eat one (or seven) custard tarts – they are famous here! 

all images via Pinterest

Trending

by

Travel definitely broadens the mind, and ANYWHERE is better than little old Ireland right now! So this year, rather than spending January sticking to a diet you know you won't keep, get planning your summer holiday….

For the ultimate life experience and taste of adventure, you need to hit these destinations:

Vietnam

To really get out of your comfort zone, head to the glorious country that is Vietnam. Head to the FITO Museum in Ho Chi Minh City and while you’re there go to the Cu Chi Tunnels. Rent a bike in Hoi An, a stunning old seaside town, and head to the Sand Dunes of Mui Ne and try sand sledding – yes, it is a real thing!

South Africa

For a real wildlife adventure you need to go on safari in this beautiful country. The Hluhluwe and Imfolozi National Park is the largest in Africa and you might even spot a white rhino. If you are feeling brave, hop into a kayak and have a leisurely row down Catalina Bay – just watch out for the crocs and hippos! 

Japan

Japan is an absolutely stunning destination that needs to be seen to be believed. There are so many Shrines and Temples to be explored, festivals to enjoy,  shopping to do , Japanese culture to experience and so much traditional cuisine to try that you’ll never want to leave.

Chile

This incredible South American country has so much on you won’t know where to begin. To give you a helping hand start off at the Atacama Desert, hop over to Easter Island, explore the Torres del Paine National Park, take in the incredible beauty of the Patagonia or enjoy the nightlife in Santiago and have a wander around the La Vega market.

Serbia

Not on many people’s travel wish list, this European country is truly a sight to behold. Here you can explore the capital Belgrade, visit the Djerdap, hike in the Fruska Gora or soak in the culture at Novi Sad.

Now all you need to do is get saving…. 

Trending
© Copyright 2012-2024 - Shemazing.net. Déanta in Éirinn - Sheology.