With one of the lowest corporate taxes in Europe (only 12.5 percent compared to Britain’s 23 percent and France’s 33.3 percent) and laxer regulations, almost every major tech company has chosen Ireland as the site for their European headquarters. Today, Dublin’s Silicon Docks look more like a hall of fame featuring the office buildings of major players like … [Read more...] about Here are the 5 hottest startups in Ireland
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The ‘tourist traps’ in France that might leave you disappointed
Mont-Saint Michel, France's most popular attraction outside Paris, (read more below) was slammed last year by an official report for basically being a tourist trap that offers a poor welcome to its guests and as a result leaves many disappointed. But there may be a few other well known sites around the country and especially in Paris that could do with a telling off too. … [Read more...] about The ‘tourist traps’ in France that might leave you disappointed
Are these the 11 best train journeys to take in France?
The Train of Wonders "How to spend an unforgettable day? Take the Train des Merveilles," said one commenter on the TripAdvisor site. Le Train des Merveilles, which literally translates to The Train of Wonders, begins at Nice in the south east of France, and runs inland to the village of Tende, north east of the Riviera resort. The train ride is distinguished by a succession … [Read more...] about Are these the 11 best train journeys to take in France?
Ramadan: The challenges of fasting for a month in France
On Thursday Muslims across the world will embark upon a month long fast during daylight hours for the holy month of Ramadan. The traditional fast is never an easy undertaking, but it's arguably much harder for those living in a non-Muslim, northern European country like France where the days are long and the country's favourite hobby is eating and drinking. Naturally being a … [Read more...] about Ramadan: The challenges of fasting for a month in France
The 16 best apps for a summer trip in France
1. Provence & French Riviera This local guide has plenty of information on the must-see attractions in the region, restaurant listings, information about history and culture, plus phrasebooks and maps. It's part of the Mobile Reference France series which also covers several other cities and regions across the country. 2. France Guide With Me This travel guide has much … [Read more...] about The 16 best apps for a summer trip in France