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The Merchant Hotel, Belfast Next, we’re heading to the hot tub with the most spectacular view of Belfast Complemented by this stunning outdoor hot tub, you can experience Belfast from a brand new perspective

Short, scenic, and sweet - these five coastal walks are perfect for a gentle leg-stretch with the dog and a celebratory cone at the end. We’ve kept things simple: flat paths or firm sand, easy parking, clear lead rules, and an ice-cream stop you can actually count on. 1) Dún Laoghaire East Pier + Teddy’s (Co. Dublin) A straight-out-and-back on the granite East Pier to the lighthouse and back - about 2.6km total  on a broad, level path. It’s pram-friendly, bench-dotted, and popular with every kind of walker under the sun. Dogs are welcome on lead . Parking is right at the harbour.  Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown requires “effectual control” in public places (in practice: keep the lead on here). Nearby beaches have seasonal Blue Flag restrictions, but they don’t apply to the pier.  The cone:   Teddy’s  is the local institution - multiple kiosks in Dún Laoghaire and an East Pier spot in season. Grab a 99 and stroll the bandstand stretch. 2) Red Island Coastal Walk + Storm in a Teacup (Skerries, North Co. Dublin) Start from Red Island  car parks and follow the tarmac path around the headland between North Beach and South Strand - flat, breezy, and short enough (≈2–3km loop)  for both little legs and older dogs. Plenty of benches and sea views.  Fingal asks for dogs to be on a lead or under effectual control in public spaces. Blue Flag zones (when in force) restrict dogs during bathing hours—check the signs if you drop onto the sand.  The cone:   Storm in a Teacup  sits right on the harbour. Seasonal hours, but they post updates.  3) Strandhill Promenade Loop + Mammy Johnston’s (Co. Sligo) A relaxed promenade loop  beside the Atlantic, with optional detours to the dunes boardwalks. It’s as easy as coastal walking gets; keep to the paths and promenade if the surf is up. Dogs must stay on lead  under Sligo’s by-laws. The cone:   Mammy Johnston’s  is a Strandhill classic with award-winning gelato, crepes, coffee, and outside seating for sandy paws. 4) Inch Beach Stroll + Sammy’s (Dingle Peninsula, Co. Kerry) Park by the strand and wander the firm hard-packed sand  as far as you like - this long spit invites a simple out-and-back with big-sky views. Ideal at lower tide; avoid soft dune edges to protect wildlife.  On Blue Flag  areas in Kerry, dogs are restricted between 11:00–19:00  during summer (with signed through-ways to non-Blue Flag sections). Outside those zones/hours, keep the lead handy and follow signage. The cone:   Sammy’s  is right on the beach, handy for cones to-go (and shaded water bowls outside in summer). Check their daily hours before you roll up. 5) Portstewart Strand & Dunes + Morelli’s (Causeway Coast, NI) A gentle dune-and-estuary  ramble with beach parking and clear waymarks. It’s as easy or as short as you want to make it; when tides allow, the two-mile strand is perfect for a sandy amble.  National Trust guidance keeps dogs on lead near the entrance and fragile dunes; look for the post-10  off-lead area if your dog needs a sprint. The cone:   Morelli’s  on the promenade has classic sundaes, take-away tubs, and outdoor perches for salty, happy dogs and humans. Happy walking!

Stretching from Belfast to the historic city of Derry. Day 1 Belfast city’s iconic attractions and Victorian charm make it the perfect spot to begin your Causeway Start at Titanic Belfast, an interactive museum that’s an ode to the ill-fated Ship of Dreams. Just across the road, you can continue investigating the legacy of Belfast’s maritime and industrial Toast the Coast with Portia Woods from either Belfast city or the town of Whitehead. 

Station Serving the north and east , including the DART commuter line and the international route to Belfast Dublin → Belfast  A cross-border link into Northern Ireland , operated in partnership with Translink

Leonardo Hotel Belfast Heading north? Leonardo Hotel Belfast offers a warm welcome in the capital of Northern Ireland. Enjoy the city's finest entertainment like visiting the Titanic Belfast museum or catching a show at Pro Tip: Take a Black Taxi Tour to get an authentic look into Belfast’s fascinating past.

Streamvale Open Farm Pumpkin Patch – Belfast Streamvale Open Farm, just outside Belfast, offers a magical You’ll find them at 38 Ballyhanwood Road, Belfast, BT5 7SN.

Day Trip to Belfast Bus Route:  785 Dublin City & Dublin Airport to Belfast, from €15 If you’re up for an adventure, why not take a day trip to Belfast ? From Dublin City or Dublin Airport   catch a Dublin Express Coach to Belfast . What to Do in Belfast: Titanic Belfast  – A world-class museum dedicated to the famous ship. (€24 per (Free entry) Cave Hill & Belfast Castle  – Enjoy stunning views of the city.

Belfast Out to Lunch Festival – 04.01-26.01 Kick off the New Year with a cultural feast at Belfast’s

Belfast Out to Lunch Festival – 04.01-26.01 Kick off the New Year with a cultural feast at Belfast’s

Located in stunning surroundings with breathtaking views over Belfast Lough , this five-star retreat If you’re after a city escape with all the romantic touches, Grand Central Hotel in the heart of Belfast Stay in the heart of Belfast and enjoy a delicious two-course meal at The Causerie Restaurant , complete Price: €334 per person sharing Getting There – Easy Train Travel from Dublin Traveling from Dublin to Belfast new Enterprise train service makes it effortless with hourly departures from Connolly Station to Belfast

George’s Market, Belfast If you’re up north, St. George’s Market in Belfast is one you just can’t miss. The market offers the very best of Belfast’s produce, as well as unique gifts and souvenirs.

Dublin to Belfast – on the busiest route in the country the train hugs the coastline as far as Dundalk Arriving in Belfast Laynon Station leaves you close to the Belfast Harbour where the Titanic Belfast