Not to be mistaken with the larger lake of the same name on the River Shannon, Lough Derg in Co. Donegal is a renowned place of pilgrimage. A traditional three-day pilgrimage takes place each August, but the Lough is open to visitors (including anglers!) year-round. The Lough is composed of over 30 islands and inlets, the most famous of which is Station Island - it is said that when St. Patrick traversed Ireland converting kings to Christianity, Jesus appeared to him here and revealed the entrance to Purgatory! The Lough's name comes from the Irish word "dearg" (red) as a local legend holds that a local mortal once called the magic powers of the lake to transform a worm into a vicious cow. Once defeated, the red blood of the cow changed the colour of the rocks (which are in fact sandstone) to red.

Lusail City is firmly established on the map of Qatar and has indelibly branded itself in the hearts and minds of Qataris, expatriates and tourists. Along with its iconic stadium feature in the World CupTM, Lusail City can rightly claim to be the smartest and the most technologically advanced city in the region, if not the world. Lusail’s high-speed fibre technology network helps give businesses the edge while residents enjoy an excellent quality of life within a sustainable environment. However, there’s far more to Lusail than tech. It is one of the most exciting cities to live, work and play in. Each district offers an array of residential, commercial, hospitality and retail destinations as well as schools, mosques, hotels, medical facilities, sports venues, entertainment and shopping centres.

Cape Verde is a prime destination for outdoor activities and adventure-seeking, with people coming from all corners of the world to hike, dive, windsurf and fish, and also to admire some of the marine wildlife in the area, like turtles and whales. Below are the best times of year and islands for each activity: - Diving: April-September (Sal and Boa Vista) - Windsurfing: November-May (Sal and Boa Vista) - Hiking: All year (Santo Antão, Fogo and Santiago) - Fishing: April-August (all islands) - Turtle-watching: June-August (Sal and Boa Vista) - Whale-watching: March-April (Boa Vista), June-July (Sal)

Cape Verde's second city is also the undisputed centre of culture, entertainment and nightlife, including Brazilian-influenced Carnival celebrations. Mindelo's Porto Grande harbour is a visual feast with its colourful colonial houses gracing the shoreline against the dramatic backdrop of rugged mountains. Alongside the harbour, you’ll also find the Torre de Belém, a scaled-down replica of the historic tower in Lisbon. This vibrant setting not only captivates the eyes but also offers a lively atmosphere, as Mindelo boasts excellent establishments for dining, drinking, and enjoying live music.