Derry, Northern Ireland
Ah, Derry (or Londonderry, depending on you persuasion). Have you watched Derry Girls already? If not, stop reading, start watching, and come back when you’ve binged at least a few episodes. The TV show offers a surprisingly positive, if gritty, view of life in Northern Ireland during the 90s. Things have changed a lot since then and these days, Derry is a bustling and lively place with a rich culture and a haunted past. If the popularity of Derry Girls teaches us anything, it’s that Derry doesn’t hide from the past here, but rather embraces it as it looks towards the future. Explore this beautiful walled city, walk its cobblestones and clutch cups of coffee and steaming pots of tea in the many cafes to warm up after your walk along the walls. In the evening, Derry’s many pubs await for a pint or a hot whiskey. Bushmills Distillery isn’t far away – what better place to taste its whiskies? Though not a big city, Derry is packs a bundle, and you should schedule at least a day (and night!) to fully explore and embrace this hidden gem. A guided city walk is an excellent introduction to Derry’s complex culture and history, and will offer the necessary perspective to enjoy your visit.
Top tip: Visit in October for the Halloween festival. Also, it’s a beautiful time to see Derry, with the leaves changing colours and quilting the cobblestones. Autumn is prime rainbow season, so chances are you’ll be lucky enough to spot one during your visit!
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