Belfast has been named as one of the most expensive city break destinations in Europe, according to a new study. The annual Post Office City Costs Barometer compares common tourist costs in 37 European cities to reveal which destinations offer the best value for money for UK travellers. Its study …
Read More »Translink exploring late-night transport options after Nightmovers success
Discussions will be held on how to try and provide further late-night public transport options following the popularity of the Translink Nightmovers scheme over the Christmas period. Specific late-night services ran from December 2 to December 23 in a bid to get more people staying in Belfast and Derry for …
Read More »Belfast city centre apartment block recommended despite Royal Mail concerns
A major new set of city centre apartment blocks reaching 19 storeys have been recommended to Belfast Council, despite concerns from Royal Mail. At the upcoming Belfast City Council Planning Committee meeting (December 19) elected members will be recommended by planning officers to approve a plan to demolish an existing …
Read More »The story behind Belfast’s iconic ‘Nuala with the Hula’ from the artist who designed her
Belfast’s Beacon of Hope, fondly called ‘Nuala with the hula’ or ‘the thing with the ring’, has been gracing the Laganside skyline for almost 15 years. The ‘big lady’ as her world renowned designer dubbed her stands 19.5 metres high at Thanksgiving Square in Belfast and was the brainchild of …
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