Gillian Halliday

Always on your phone? Checking emails on your days off? Scrolling while the sunset is happening right in front of you? We have all heard of FOMO — fear of missing out. But this summer, Elephant Rock Boutique Hotel in Portrush is introducing a different kind of FOMO — Forget Online. Meet Ocean. The award-winning coastal hotel is inviting guests to put their phones down and look up with the launch of its new FOMO stay experience, designed to help people switch off, slow down and properly enjoy what is around them. Guests who opt in will hand over their phones at check-in and, subject to availability, receive a digital camera with an SD card to capture their stay the old-school way.

Stephanie Mease, who was harassed by her former partner, resulting in him being convicted in court, has released her first novel. She talks about rebuilding trust through her marriage, why she followed a deeply personal debut with a work of fiction, and the lack of support she says is failing survivors

Acclaimed Northern Irish singer-songwriter Ryan McMullan, who hails from the seaside town of Portaferry. Best known for his raw, storytelling vocals and emotive acoustic style, Ryan will be performing at The Empire Music Hall on August 6 at 7pm. Tickets via thebelfastempire/

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Ahead of his new comedy show Obsessed hitting the road, the comic/podcaster/actor recalls joining an A-list cast in Prague, reveals his dream podcast guests and explains why he doesn’t consider stand-up a form of therapy

Victorian-style Maxwell Court property offers 10 bedrooms, five reception rooms and a country kitchen with Aga

Visitors can step into a prehistoric adventure at Roar Roar Dinosaur — an exciting, interactive dinosaur experience — for the last time at the Armagh Observatory and Planetarium on August 2. Designed to spark curiosity and bring learning to life, this immersive mini show blends entertainment with education, giving visitors a fascinating insight into the world of dinosaurs. Uncover the mystery of their extinction through engaging in live volcanic science experiments, and witness the magic of a live egg hatching before your eyes. Young explorers can get up close with adorable baby dinosaurs, with opportunities to gently pet and feed them, creating unforgettable moments along the way. Don’t miss the chance to meet Tyson, the T-Rex, for a truly once-in-a-lifetime family photo.

Victorian-style Maxwell Court property offers 10 bedrooms, five reception rooms and a country kitchen with Aga

A four-star boutique hotel in London hotspot is the perfect base to explore city for a short break

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