A boutique hotel on the edge of Galway's promenade
Thu, Nov 03, 2022
Sitting around the corner from the Prom, The Nest Boutique Hostel and self-catering apartments in Salthill is a truly unique and comfortable space that champions local, providing guests with a taste of what Galway has to offer.
Read more ...Discover the unspoilt beauty of Mauritius
Thu, Nov 03, 2022
Mauritius lies in the inviting waters of the Indian Ocean. A country rich in history, having first being colonised back in 1638, it has a fascinating blend of cultures, traditions, customs, and cuisine. English is the official language, but you will hear some French and Creole when you are out and about.
Read more ...Vote for Fahy Travel in the ITTN Travel Awards
Thu, Oct 27, 2022
Fahy Travel, Galway’s award winning travel company, is looking for your support in the annual ITTN (Irish Travel Trade News) Travel Awards.
A previous winner of both the Connacht Region and the National Travel Agent of the Year Award, Fahy Travel is now relying on votes from the public rather than its suppliers.
Read more ...Ireland West Airport launches its 2022-2023 winter schedule
Thu, Oct 27, 2022
Ireland West Airport this week launched its bumper winter schedule, with 84 weekly flights to and from a host of cities in the UK and Europe.
Read more ...Still your mind at Fernwood
Thu, Oct 20, 2022
What better place to still the mind and replenish the body than in the heart of Connemara?
Anne and Simon set up eco-conscious retreat Fernwood three years ago as an extension to their family farm just 1km from Clifden. Having bought their ‘forever home’ in 2014, their hospitality backgrounds, passion for Scandi-influenced interior design, interest and expertise in environmental science and urge to do something truly meaningful combined, and the concept of Fernwood was born - “a place of discovery, a place where nature is king and just ‘being’ is what it’s all about,” says Simon.
Read more ...Enjoy a festive break in Killarney with Gleneagle Coach Tours
Thu, Oct 13, 2022
The Gleneagle Hotel in Killarney has announced the winter schedule of its hugely popular coach tours for November and December.
Read more ...Millions to see Galway on prime NBC slot
Thu, Oct 13, 2022
A crew from the NBC TV network in the United States has been visiting Galway and Ireland – filming here for four separate TV shows which will be seen by millions of people, or potential American holidaymakers for Ireland, later this year and during 2023.
Tourism Ireland invited the NBC crew to come and film here for the Today show (news and talk morning show), 1st Look (weekly travel and lifestyle show which reaches around 1.2 million viewers),
Read more ...Hotel Newport - Great value within easy reach
Thu, Oct 06, 2022
As the evenings close in, and our spare time is limited to the standard weekend, with maybe an extra day thrown in if we are lucky, I always prefer to look for a short break in a destination that can be reached in little more than an hour.
Read more ...Japan is set to reopen to tourists next week
Thu, Oct 06, 2022
If you want to experience a unique and dynamic culture that effortlessly combines the ultra-modern with deep tradition, soon-to-reopen Japan offers just that.
Discover the delights of vibrant Tokyo, the ultimate futuristic cityscape, admire breathtaking Mount Fuji, the icon of Japan, explore Japan's ancient history in Kyoto, and its more sobering recent past in Hiroshima.
Read more ...Hotel Newport - Great value within easy reach
Wed, Oct 05, 2022
As the evenings close in, and our spare time is limited to the standard weekend, with maybe an extra day thrown in if we are lucky, I always prefer to look for a short break in a destination that can be reached in little more than an hour.
Read more ...Tricks and treats for all the family this Halloween at Birr Castle Demesne
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
Birr Castle Demesne will host a wide programme of exciting activities over the Halloween break, from October 29 to November 5.
The mid-term line up includes a special Halloween pumpkin trail, the Wild Connections Bird Watching Nature Trail, the Red Tree Trail with its 65 trees in their autumnal colours, the Gallery Challenge, and the Solar Trail, offering plenty of reasons to get wrapped up and visit. All activities are included in the general admission tickets, which are available online. Daily activities will be allocated on a first come basis. See www.birrcastle.com for full details.
Read more ...Bunratty Castle and Folk Park shortlisted for two national tourism awards
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park has been shortlisted for two prestigious national tourism awards in The Irish Hospitality Awards 2022.
Read more ...Discover the countryside with Cumann Siúl Cois Coiribe - Corribside Hillwalking Club
Thu, Sep 22, 2022
Cumann Siúl Cois Coiribe - Corribside Hillwalking Club was set up in 1999 to enjoy the hills of Clare, Galway, and Mayo.
Read more ...Black Friday offers from The Johnstown Estate Hotel & Spa
Thu, Sep 22, 2022
The Johnstown Estate Hotel & Spa, located in Enfield, Co Meath, has some great special offers available for Black Friday.
Read more ...Brand new festival for Inis Meáin — another reason to visit
Thu, Sep 22, 2022
BY DECLAN VARLEY
A brand new blackberry festival, ‘Féile na bPuiteachaí’ will take place on Inis Meáin on Saturday October 1, celebrating the island’s blackberries with a wide variety of events.
A brand new blackberry festival, ‘Féile na bPuiteachaí’ will take place on Inis Meáin on Saturday October 1, celebrating the island’s blackberries with a wide variety of events.
Read more ...Shannon Airport says 'bon voyage' as inaugural Paris flight takes to the skies
Thu, Sep 15, 2022
Shannon Airport staff welcomed the start of a service to Paris with new carrier Vueling this week. The twice weekly service to Paris Orly Airport will operate on Mondays and Fridays.
Read more ...Murphy and Mulligan join the fold at Ashford Castle
Thu, Sep 15, 2022
What could be better than roaming Ashford Castle’s 350-acre estate with two magnificent Irish Wolfhound pups by your side?
Read more ...It’s time to book a winter sunshine break
Thu, Sep 15, 2022
Summer 2022 was a sell out season, and if like many Galwegians you didn’t manage to get away, you might well be in need of a break this winter.
Read more ...Bus Éireann announces special direct services for Galway Garth fans
Thu, Sep 08, 2022
Bus Éireann, Ireland’s national bus company, is encouraging country music fans in Galway to leave their cars at home when travelling to the Garth Brooks concerts in Dublin this week, by taking one of their special direct services from Galway Bus Station to Busáras in Dublin instead.
Bus Éireann is running the special services on each day where a concert is scheduled, September 9/10/11/16/17. Services from Galway (direct to Dublin) will depart at 12.00pm from Galway Bus Station and arrive at Busáras in Dublin at 15.15pm. Return services will depart Busáras at 23.55pm and arrive at Galway Bus Station at 3.10am. Tickets are just €35 euro return and can be booked online at expressway.ie
Read more ...Guide to budget sightseeing in Madrid
Thu, Sep 08, 2022
Frugal travellers looking to explore Spain’s capital city are being offered a guide to budget-friendly sightseeing spots.
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