A Taste of Whisky in Speyside, Scotland
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A Taste of Whisky in Speyside, Scotland

Scotland is home to a lot of whisky. It has no fewer than 5 distinct whisky regions and the largest, most famous of those is Speysideโ€ฆ. Known as the whisky triangle of Scotland, the region is filled to the brim with whisky distilleries. More than, 50, in fact and althoughโ€ฆ

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How to Write yourself Well
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How to Write yourself Well

We feel happier when we allow ourselves the chance to express ourselves creatively. How to use writing as a tool to increase your well-beingโ€ฆ. Weโ€™re living through challenging times. We all seem to be busy, and stressed a lot of the time. We all haveโ€ฆ Expressive writing for health and wellness is cheap and effective. And best of all, you can do it almost anywhere and anytime, with just a pen and a notebook at hand.

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What to Buy in Ireland - the best Irish souvenirs to bring home
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What to Buy in Ireland - the best Irish souvenirs to bring home

From unique and handcrafted, tasty to toasty, or traditionally kitsch and cute, a keepsake memento from Ireland is a gift to treasure. Whether you are looking for the best Irish gifts to wear, the best Irish food to bring home, the best gifts to share Irish wisdom or the best literary gifts, here are some of the best ideas and inspiration for what to buy in Ireland to bring home

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10 Reasons Why you should Embrace Bicycle Touring (especially if you love slow travel)
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10 Reasons Why you should Embrace Bicycle Touring (especially if you love slow travel)

Bicycle touring, and -tourism, is growing ever more popular, and itโ€™s not hard to see why! It is an accessible, affordable and low-tech option for a vacation and it allows you to embark on journeys that offer a different perspective on exploration and a deeper connection with the places you visit and the people you meet along the way. Here are 10 compelling reasons why you should consider a bicycle tour for your next adventure:

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10 Simple Prompts to Kickstart an Intentional Journaling Practice
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10 Simple Prompts to Kickstart an Intentional Journaling Practice

Regular journalling is a powerful tool. A time-honoured practice that invites you to reflect, express, and understand your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.

Embarking on an intentional journaling practice can be a transformative journey of self-discovery and personal growth.

To help you get started, or simply reconnect, with a regular, intentional journal practice, I invite you to try out these 10 simple prompts to help you kickstart a meaningful connection to your journal, and to yourself.

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