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Derry's Spooktacular Halloween Returns for 2022

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10 minutes | Saturday, 22 October 2022
Halloween revellers will be thrilled to hear that the annual Halloween Carnival parade will make a spooktacular return this year, with the launch today of Derry’s internationally acclaimed Halloween Festival.
7 minutes | Saturday, 8 October 2022
The Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp (KMSKA) has opened its doors for the first time in 11 years following a transformative restoration costing more than €100m. 
9 minutes | Saturday, 1 October 2022
From October 5 to November 6, over 320 imaginative, inspiring and intriguing events spanning across the artistic disciplines of music, theatre, dance, film, visual arts and discussion will be hosted throughout the city of Belfast for all to engage with an
8 minutes | Saturday, 24 September 2022
On Travel Talk today we visit one of Spain's best kept secrets, Asturias.  The region is set to open up to the Irish market with direct flights starting this November with Ryanair. 
6 minutes | Tuesday, 20 September 2022
The Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt is one of the oldest and most famous Christmas Markets in the world. In the wooden booths of “the little city of wood and cloth” one finds traditional, often handmade Christmas decorations.
8 minutes | Saturday, 17 September 2022
Our passion for Dutchess Country is what lives at the heart of our story. We are incredibly proud and privileged to work with like-minded partners and collaborators to make sure your visit is a storied experience.
7 minutes | Saturday, 10 September 2022
Rediscover the joy of the train Do you remember how you saw the train as a child? You would jump for joy as you watched it approaching the platform and when you stepped on board and sat into those giant seats, you felt it could take you anywhere.
8 minutes | Saturday, 3 September 2022
This week Travel Talk took "Liberties" The Liberties is a traditional neighbourhood, but with a distinctly 21st century outlook – successfully blending the heritage and attractiveness of an historic city quarter, with dynamic enterprise hubs, world-class
17 minutes | Friday, 2 September 2022
Maine is home to many mountains and several state parks but there is only one mile-high Katahdin, the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail, located in the glorious Baxter State Park. Located right “next door” is the Katahdin Woods and Waters Nationa
12 minutes | Saturday, 27 August 2022
It's no secret that I'm just wild about Florida so today on Travel Talk I’m delighted to be speaking with to the co-founder of Wild Florida, Sam Haught and Director of Sales, PJ Brown
27 minutes | Saturday, 20 August 2022
The Liberties has become Dublin's hottest hood.  Myself and Dublin aficionado, Mary O' Carroll enjoyed a wonderful few days uncovering places we had never visited before.
10 minutes | Saturday, 13 August 2022
Country Hotelier's in the Heart of the City
7 minutes | Saturday, 6 August 2022
DFDS to trial Rosslare-Dunkirk passenger service from 5th August. The new passenger service between Ireland and France will launch from Friday 5th August on the company's Rosslare-Dunkirk route.
9 minutes | Saturday, 30 July 2022
The Little Museum of Dublin
47 minutes | Friday, 29 July 2022
Today, I’m joined by Tik Tok sensation and luxury hotel expert Marcos Toscani. Marcos is a content creator and founder of @expertoenhoteles.  Hailing from Argentina, he focuses exclusively on luxury hotels worldwide. 
10 minutes | Saturday, 23 July 2022
London is world-famous for its superb shopping opportunities which include huge shopping areas and luxury stores like Harrods, Harvey Nichols, and Selfridges & Co.
8 minutes | Saturday, 16 July 2022
Fancy a luxury overnight escape, or perhaps a family break away? I’ve found 10 great summer hotel deals in Ireland to suit all tastes and budgets.
10 minutes | Saturday, 9 July 2022
Today on Travel Talk we review a recent trip to Lisbon.   Lisbon deserves all the praise that comes its way. The Portuguese pearl is one of the most popular cities on the planet and has been stealing hearts for centuries.
19 minutes | Saturday, 9 July 2022
New hotel in downtown Lisbon pays tribute to Portugal’s railroad past
9 minutes | Saturday, 2 July 2022
Nurnberg is a great place to visit. It has beautiful scenery, great beer, stunning architecture, great food and efficient and cheap travel. Did I mention the beer?"
10 minutes | Saturday, 25 June 2022
Europe’s leading low-cost airline had two reasons to celebrate in April. Ryanair celebrated its twentieth anniversary in Spain and presented a report on the contribution of its activities to the economy of the Iberian country
13 minutes | Saturday, 18 June 2022
Nestled in the northern part of the USA lies a region that’s truly magical, packed with epic vistas and stunning natural beauty. Awe-inspiring outdoor adventure awaits visitors here coupled with an abundance of cultural activities. In The Great American W
10 minutes | Saturday, 11 June 2022
Director in Tourism for the island of Ibiza, Mr. Juan Miguel Costa
9 minutes | Saturday, 11 June 2022
There’s something timelessly charming about dining in nature, with the velvety sky twinkling above and the sound of birds chirruping wildly from nearby branches
10 minutes | Saturday, 4 June 2022
Benjamin Franklin said, “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail”
10 minutes | Saturday, 14 May 2022
On Travel Talk this week we come to the end of our three part series visiting New York State, Beyond the Big Apple on an exciting road trip.  I flew with Aer Lingus to Newark onboard the latest A321 Neo aircraft,
8 minutes | Saturday, 7 May 2022
I sampled Moonshine at Dutch's Spirits with it's gangster bootlegging history, I took in the majestic Sullivan Catskills visiting the iconic Woodstock location at Bethal Woods,
9 minutes | Saturday, 30 April 2022
On Travel Talk this week we begin our three part series visiting New York State, Beyond the Big Apple on an exciting road trip.  I flew with Aer Lingus to Newark onboard the latest A321 Neo aircraft,  picked up my iconic Jeep Wrangler and headed for the b
10 minutes | Saturday, 23 April 2022
Known to visitors for its Civil Rights landmarks and musical heritage, Alabama is also an amazingly scenic destination with a diverse range of natural attractions that span the length and breadth of this Deep South state – and there are a host of adventur
7 minutes | Saturday, 16 April 2022
People travelling from Dublin Airport on Thursday morning were left pleasantly surprised after minimal delays getting through security. Passengers have been sharing their positive experiences at the airport, with many praising airport staff for making
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Derry's Spooktacular Halloween Returns for 2022
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