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As the Christmas season approaches, a survey conducted by Bounce Insights on behalf of HaloCare, has highlighted the pressing issue of social isolation among older people with one in six of those over 65 years of age in Ireland feeling low at Christmas time. Carried out in December 2023, the survey also found that one in 20 people surveyed over the age of 65 will be spending Christmas alone this year.

Research commissioned by Applegreen has revealed the most difficult family member to buy for, the most popular time to open Christmas presents, driving and shopping habits and much more.

The holiday season is almost upon us, and as we prepare for all of the Christmas nights out, dinners and lunches, it’s vital to think about the health of our skin at this indulgent time of year.

Almost half of retailers believe their sales will decrease this year according to research carried out by industry expert, Melissa Moore.

Although many personal commercial transactions now take place with cards or electronically, in the run up to and over the Christmas period people may be in possession of larger amounts of cash in their homes.

The Christmas season is upon us, along with all of the cheerful festivities that we love. If you have never experienced the delicious taste of a chocolate yule log at Christmas time, then this is most definitely the year to try your hand at this scrumptious French dessert.

As the song goes ‘It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas’, and it certainly feels that way as you ramble through Galway City Streets, with the Christmas lights glittering overhead and the odd buskers belting out a version of Fairytale of New York to passers-by. But just when we thought it couldn’t get any better, and just in time for the unofficial launch of Christmas, The Late Late Toy Show, we get the news that our restaurants can reopen. A Christmas Miracle!

Gardai in the city have devised a policing plan to prevent the sale of dangerous fireworks and the lighting of bonfires this Halloween.

Ireland will generate approximately 90,000 tonnes of packaging waste this Christmas. With this figure in mind, here are some tips for a sustainable and climate friendly festive season.

Stylish, sophisticated and with plenty of sparkle, The Galmont Hotel & Spa has all the ingredients to make your Christmas party extra special. This year, put your party night in the hands of the professionals at The Galmont, where we have options to suit all numbers and budgets. With our carefully designed packages, you’re every Christmas wish will come true. Our party nights are booking up fast so call us today.