The all-new Celebrity Xcel sets sail on its inaugural voyages

Wed, Nov 26, 2025

Celebrity's newest ship, the Celebrity Xcel, was launched last week from its home port of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Its inaugural sailing was a 5-night Bahamas and Mexico sailing from November 18.

New survey reveals Galway as Ireland’s favourite festive getaway

Wed, Nov 26, 2025

Galway has been voted Ireland’s ultimate festive escape, with over 50 per cent of respondents choosing its famous Christmas Market, fairy lights and romantic walks by the Corrib as the perfect seasonal city break.

Connemara National Park named Ireland’s most loved walk

Wed, Nov 26, 2025

New research has found that Connemara National Park in Letterfrack, Co. Galway, is Ireland’s most loved walk. With 2000 hectares of mountain views and beautiful native woodlands, it is a huge hit with Irish walkers and outdoor lovers.

In second place was the famous Howth Cliff Loop in north Dublin, an almost eight-kilometre trail boasting idyllic views of islands, Howth lighthouse and the Irish Sea, all within striking distance of Dublin city centre.

Irish label Fresh Cuts brings sustainable style to Galway

Wed, Nov 26, 2025

This opening marks the brand’s first expansion beyond Dublin and second brick-and-mortar retail store, a major milestone in its growth to celebrate a decade in business.

Ashford Castle’s star chef joins Pichet for a five-star pop-up

Wed, Nov 26, 2025

Pichet, one of Dublin’s most celebrated dining destinations, has announced the next instalment in its acclaimed Friends of Pichet series, a one-night-only collaboration with Executive Head Chef Liam Finnegan from the world-renowned Ashford Castle Hotel.

Three o’clock comes out on top for Galway in the Christmas dinner debate

Wed, Nov 26, 2025

New research from HelloFresh, Ireland’s leading recipe box provider, reveals that the Christmas dinner debate has a clear winner. A national poll shows almost a third (32 per cent) of Galway households choose 3pm for the big meal, with 2pm and 4pm trailing behind at 24 per cent and 12 per cent respectively. A brave few still sit down before midday.

The findings paint a familiar picture of what actually happens around Irish tables. Most of us keep things classic, from the menu to the company we share it with.

ECOFUEL™ marks 11 years in Galway

Wed, Nov 26, 2025

As winter settles over Galway and stoves across the county spark back to life, one local company is marking a milestone that speaks to the rhythm of the season itself.

Pressure sores, mobility challenges, and non-healing wounds: how HBOT can help

Wed, Nov 26, 2025

On December 3, OxyGeneration will be marking the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This is a time to recognise resilience, raise awareness, and improve access to care. For many people living with mobility challenges or using wheelchairs, crutches, or prosthetics, pressure sores and chronic wounds are a daily risk that can have a huge impact on comfort and independence.

Pressure sores (also called pressure ulcers) develop when continuous pressure reduces blood flow to the skin and underlying tissue. For individuals using wheelchairs, prosthetics or spending long periods seated or bed-bound, even small areas of irritation can progress into wounds that are slow to heal and vulnerable to infection.

A century of County Galway Libraries

Thu, Nov 20, 2025

In May, 1924, Galway County Council resolved, ‘… the adoption of the Carnegie Rural Libraries Scheme in County Galway, and we, the members, undertake, individually and collectively, to press for the maintenance of the scheme of a County Library rate at the end of the two years during which it has been maintained by the Carnegie Trust’.

Your future starts here: Explore ATU Open Day

Thu, Nov 20, 2025

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) will host an Open Day at both the Galway City Dublin Road and Wellpark Road campuses from 10am to 2pm on Friday, November 28.

The campuses will welcome prospective students from across Ireland, with the event bringing together representatives from ATU’s Connemara, Mayo, Mountbellew, Galway City campuses. Academic and professional support staff will be on hand to answer questions and share insights into the wide range of programmes available across the Galway-Mayo campuses.

University of Galway consortium secures €1.7 million investment

Thu, Nov 20, 2025

A consortium led by University of Galway medtech startup Spiorad Medical has secured a €1.7million euro investment through the Government’s Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (DTIF).

Essential tree care: prepare now for winter storms

Tue, Nov 18, 2025

As the leaves fall and winter approaches, now is the ideal time to ensure your trees are strong, healthy, and storm-ready. High winds and heavy rain can quickly expose hidden weaknesses, turning a once-beautiful tree into a serious safety risk.

Your future starts here: Explore ATU open day

Tue, Nov 18, 2025

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) will host an Open Day at both the Galway City Dublin Road and Wellpark Road campuses from 10am to 2pm on Friday 28th of November.

James Hardiman, historian

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

James Hardiman, who wrote the history of Galway, died on this day, November 13, 1855. He was born in Westport in 1782, the son of Tomás Ó hArgadáin and Marcella Hall. Irish was his first language. The family moved to Galway where his father had a ‘small but respectable shop’. He had hoped to study for the priesthood but he had to give up that idea when he lost his right eye in an accident. He studied law instead in the King’s Inns in 1804, became a solicitor in 1814 and worked in the Public Records Office from 1811-1830.

Living with Crohn’s disease

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

When Jonathan Healy got off the bus each day to go to the then NUI Galway, his first thought was not would he be on time for lectures, did he have enough money with him to buy his lunch, or was his latest essay sufficiently good to obtain a decent grade.

Give the gift of travel this Christmas with Fahy Travel

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

It is that magical time of year again! The Christmas season is fast approaching, the lights are twinkling, the shops are buzzing, and everyone is searching for that perfect gift. But what do you buy for someone who already has everything, or who is not impressed by the latest gadgets?

This year, why not give something truly special — the gift of travel!

Canter away from boring Christmas gifts with Clonboo Riding School

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

Looking for a Christmas gift that is a little out of the ordinary but full of fun? Discover the freedom, enjoyment, and lifelong skills that come with learning to ride at Clonboo Riding School, located just 10 minutes from Galway city.

Zhivago Gifts: your one-stop shop this Christmas

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

As the festive season approaches, Zhivago Gifts on Shop Street is once again ready to make Christmas shopping easy, fun, and full of cheer. The Galway favourite is stocked with the brightest and best albums of 2025, making it the go-to destination for music lovers and gift-givers alike.

Fallers Jewellers 1879 Eternal Collection: Where Modern Innovation Meets Classic Craftsmanship

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

This year marks the second shining chapter of the 1879 Collection’s ‘Eternal’ range at Fallers Jewellers, a collection that is as timeless in elegance as it is forward-thinking in design.

Step into comfort and style with Skechers boots

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

As the chill of autumn gives way to crisp winter days, Skechers brings warmth, style, and versatility to your wardrobe with its range of women’s boots.

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