Want to have a weekend city break? Why not try these?
NEW YORK
Who doesn’t dream of visiting the Big Apple at least once? I’ll be travelling there myself at the end of January with WOW air, see www.wowair.ie, and will be using CityPASS. Save 42pc off admission prices to the best attractions and skip ticket lines with a CityPASS ticket booklet. Purchase from one of the participating New York attractions or online at www.citypass.com. For more travel ideas, see www.nycgo.com.
BUDAPEST
From dramatic history and architecture to healing thermal waters and an incredible nightlife, the capital city of Hungary is the perfect choice. Visit www.budapestinfo.hu.
KILKENNY
Meander through Ireland’s Medieval Mile to discover the hidden gems waiting to be explored:
1. Kilkenny Castle
Bring Kilkenny’s history to life in this magnificently restored 13th Century Castle set in a beautiful parkland.
2. Smithwick’s Experience
The tour includes a series of interactive encounters and culminates in every guest savouring a Smithwick’s Ale whilst learning about its process.
3. Climb to the top of St Canice’s Round Tower
Climb to the top of St Canice’s Round Tower for stunning views of Kilkenny and the surrounding countryside.
4. Kilkenny Famine Experience
The free, self-guided audio-visual Famine Experience tour at MacDonagh Junction is new to Kilkenny and a must-see attraction.
5. A dining experience with a cookery school
There are mouth-watering treats, cookery demonstrations and much more, with Kilkenny’s array of Cookery schools including celebrity Chef Edward Hayden at the helm of his new Cookery School in Graiguenamanagh.