So what’s hot and what’s not?

Yes to Donegal and Christmas markets, but no to automated airports

Donegal: the coolest place in the world – and we didn’t need ‘National Geographic Traveller’ to tell us that

WHAT’S HOT

Donegal The coolest place in the world, according to Lonely Planet.

Post-Christmas breaks To those who planned these: we're jealous.

'Shame' The theme of the final issue of Guts magazine launching at the Chocolate Factory in Dublin, December 15th.

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Orangina Haribo Happily cheating on Starmix.

Christmas markets Sure they're formulaic, but the festive vibes are worth it.

& Other Stories Now open on Grafton Street.

Mulled wine Start clove-ing those oranges.

WHAT’S NOT

Automated airports From tagging bags to scanning passports, what's the point if machines take longer?

Bling Christmas gifts Shop local, shop subtle, give more to those in need.

Meaty money British fivers now contain rendered cow fat.

The 2016 curse Can't wait for it to be over.

Katie Hopkins copycats Those jumping on the "controversial opinion" bandwagon, we see you.

Summer festival talk It's December, leave us alone until April at least.

Christmas work rush Frantically trying to finish things before the break. Stress.