From safaris in Africa, to treks through the Amazon, the Tipperary native has built a life around adventure. Here, she looks back on the trips that shaped her and the ones she hasn’t ticked off just yet.

From early days in a caravan in Wexford to broadcasting live from Vatican Radio, the actress and presenter has seen travel evolve with family, fun, and a fair bit of pasta. 

Francis Brennan shares his favourite escapes, most surprising trips, and why a world cruise is still on his wish list.

From Tokyo to Santorini, the Belfast ballerina shares the travel moments and memories she’ll never forget

As Country Manager for Emirates Ireland, Anita Thomas lives and breathes aviation. A self-proclaimed 'aviation geek' and lifelong travel lover, she has built a career around the joy of exploration. 

Me and My Travels: Living between Paris and Dublin, where the podcaster and entrepeneur built her career in the luxury beauty and fashion industries, she’s been to 60 countries and plans to see the whole world. 

"One trip that stands out was when we went to Achill Island instead of abroad. We rented a holiday home for a week, and it was just a different kind of adventure."

Renowned architect, popular TV personality, and judge on RTÉ’s Home of the Year, Hugh Wallace has travelled everywhere from Japan to Namibia, often with husband Martin in tow - whether tracking cheetahs at sunset or discovering a secret hotel in Luxor, he’s all about adventure, atmosphere and getting off the beaten path

Rory O’Connell is one of Ireland’s most respected chefs, co-founder of Ballymaloe Cookery School, and a champion of simple, seasonal food. His new series, How to Cook Well in Morocco, recently aired on RTÉ, and when he’s not cooking or writing, he’s travelling in search of culture, craft and the perfect market.

Jacqui Hurley is one of Ireland’s most recognisable broadcasters and a proud advocate for women and girls in sport. The RTÉ presenter and best-selling author has fronted everything from the Olympics to All-Ireland finals, and is now the official ambassador for the 2025 MiWadi FAI Football Camps.

From RV-ing across the US to dreaming of New Zealand, Deirdre’s travels reflect her love of people and places

Marion Walsh-Hédouin's path has taken her from Monaco to Manhattan, Yemen and India

Professional climber Seán Villanueva shares his travel highlights

We had a hospital visit; one was on crutches, and many missed flights, trains, and wrongly booked accommodations. You could have made a movie out of it.

Me & My Travels: 'It was one of those trips where you either make it through or completely lose it. But we survived — just about'

"Hong Kong: I was expecting a bustling city full of skyscrapers and hustle and bustle, but I didn’t anticipate the abundance of nature."

Content creator Sean Hammond shares his most memorable travel experiences.

Founder of Compare Retreats, an award-winning luxury wellness travel company featured in Vogue, Forbes, and Bloomberg, Dervla is truly a seasoned adventurer. Originally from Ireland and Egypt, she now lives in Hong Kong with her family.