Why not try the 30 day challenge?

Bikram Yoga

If you haven't tried it before, basically Bikram Yoga is a 90 minute session of yoga in

a very hot, sweaty room with loads of other very hot, sweaty people.

Sounds gross?

It does take getting used to when you try it first, but once you do it's well worth it.

You'll feel great and it's a great way to lose a few pounds -

The first time I tried it I lost 5lbs after just one class!

Watch this video to see what you can expect:

It can be expensive, but most of the studios have special offers for beginners.

There are loads of studios dotted around Dublin city

- follow the links below to find one near you:

City Centre

Harold's Cross

Fairview

Blanchardstown

Sandyford

The Best Way to See A City

Dublin Bus Tour

One of the best and quickest ways to see the attractions of any city is to jump on a tour bus.

CIE run a fantastic City Bus Tour in Dublin with 24 stops which takes in all the major sights,
and with an adult ticket at €18 for 2 days, it's great value for money too.

Check out some of the stops below:

Trinity College

Trinity College

 The oldest university in Ireland and home to "The Book of Kells",  Trinity College is well worth a visit.

Guinness Storehouse

The Queen's Visit to The Guinness Storehouse

You can also head to the Guinness Storehouse and would never know who might drop in for a pint of the black stuff!

 

 

Phoenix Park & Dublin Zoo

President of Ireland Michael D Higgins

You can also visit the Phoenix Park and drop in to Aras An Uachtaráin to say hi to "Michael D"

Check out this video to see all the sights at Dublin Zoo!

For more details on Dublin City Bus Tour click here.

We all need a good laugh!

Vodafone Comedy Festival

If you missed Taste of Dublin, why not head to The Iveagh Gardens for The Vodafone Comedy Festival this July instead. What with Ireland being trashed in Euro 2012, the European economy in disarray and not being able to get money from ATM machines, we all need a good laugh!

 Line Up

This years line up includes international stars like "Man of 10,000 voices"
 and Police Academy fame, Michael Winslow and English pub landlord, Al Murray.

Al Murray

There'll be plently of Irish talent too - Ardal O'Hanlon, Tommy Tiernan, PJ Gallagher,

David McSavage to name a few.

Ardal O'Hanlon

I recently saw David McSavage in The Seven Oaks in Carlow, and found he was much funnier than I thought he would  be but his show is definitely not for the faint hearted.

With his politically incorrect take on Irish society, from The Joe Duffy Show,  to the Gardai and The Church, if you are easily offended, his show won't be for you.

Check out the video below - it's a preview of his TV show, and is a taste of what to expect.

I was at the Vodafone comedy festival myself last year, and had a great night.

The event was run very well, although there was a wait at the bar but then there always is!

To find out more and book your tickets, follow my link here.

If you can't wait til July for your comedy fix, click here to check out other comedy venues in Dublin.

Taste of Dublin 2012

Taste of Dublin is here again  so for a great day out, why not head to the Iveagh Gardens this weekend.  Watch the video below to see what you can expect.

Iveagh Gardens will be packed with great food, drink and entertainment for you to sample and promises to be an even greater success than last year.

With advanced bookings online starting at €23.50 or €28.50 on the gate, you can see celebrity chefs like Jamie Oliver, Nevin Maguire, Kevin Dundon, Jean Christophe Novelli and Rachel Allen demonstrating their culinary skills up close and personal.

There is always great bands on too to entertain you while you stroll around soaking up the sun (hopefully) and sample all of the different tasters.

You can also buy Florins there or online (1florin = 1Euro) to buy the many fine produce on offer.

It’s a great day out, I have been many times myself, but be sure to have a big Irish breakfast before you go especially if you plan on visiting the O’Bien Wine tent!

Even though you will be tasting loads of different foods and drink, the samples are all quite small.

Check out their website www.tasteofdublin.ie for more details.