Hospitality spend up again

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

The AIB Spend Trend features one of the most comprehensive and accurate data sets on consumer spending in Ireland. Data was compiled from AIB debit and credit card spending from just under 55 million transactions between August 1 and 31. To account for the difference in the number of days in each month the AIB Spend Trend looks at average daily spend instead of total monthly spend, providing an accurate reflection of consumer spending habits.

Kerry was the top spot for domestic summer holidays this year, with Irish consumers choosing the Kingdom as their destination of choice over Galway and Cork, the second and third most popular choices. Last year Cork was the country’s most popular destination for Irish visitors, followed by Kerry.

A Galway tradition

Wed, Sep 15, 2021

The origins of the centuries-old Saturday market are lost in the mists of time. It was always held in front of St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church, which was the only open space in the old walled town. Two hundred years ago, James Hardiman, in his history, was writing that, “The town is well supplied with vegetables … the green gardeners cultivate a considerable quantity of ground and keep a considerable supply of remarkable fine-flavoured fruit and vegetables.” At the same time, Hely Dutton, in his survey, was writing, “The vegetable market kept near the Main Guard is generally well supplied, and at reasonable rates; all kinds come to the market washed, by which any imperfection is easily detected. The cabbage raised near the sea side on seaweed is particularly delicious; those who have been used to those cultivated on ground highly manured, cannot form any idea of the difference. There are also, in season, peaches, strawberries, gooseberries, apples, pears etc.”

A time when the Irish were not welcome

Wed, Sep 15, 2021

Between the years 1845 and 1855 more than 2.1 million people emigrated from Ireland. They streamed into Liverpool, Manchester, Boston and New York. Many were diseased, hungry, dirty, broken spirited, with barely any personal belongings. Some embarked actually naked.

Gaillimh abú

Fri, Sep 10, 2021

It was inevitable in a county which was a stronghold of hurling that women would eventually want to play the game like their male counterparts. The game of camogie has been played in Galway since the early 1900s. Experimental rules for the female game were drawn up in 1903 and the first public match took place that year, and so the game of camogie was officially launched.

GMIT interns receive permanent job offers from groundbreaking remote Globalization Partners programme

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

Galway-located Globalization Partners simplifies global remote team building by making it fast and easy for companies to hire anyone, anywhere within minutes via its global employment platform, so it was thrilled to announce the successful completion of its first-ever 13-week internship programme in which the interns were part of the software development team.

Students celebrated at annual Kumon awards

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

Native Irish oak saplings from Coolattin Forest, donated by Berna Hayden, added an ecological flavour to the sixth annual awards ceremony at Kumon Galway City West on Sunday. Students collected their saplings and their academic awards at an open air, restrictions compliant event, at the Galway Greyhound Stadium.

Count on Ballinasloe, Naomh Brendain, Loughrea, and Gort credit unions for an ethical student loan

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

Third level education costs continue to take their toll on students in Ireland. New research shows that more than two thirds struggle financially while at college. Three quarters are working to cope with costs. A substantial 55 per cent are skipping lectures in favour of paid work. This is understandable when students living outside of home are spending €1,047 per month. Those living at home also spend a significant €738 each month.

GRETB Training Centre offers beauty therapist traineeship in Tuam

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

A new beauty therapist traineeship is starting October 18 in Tuam. The programme has been running very successfully in Tuam since 1998. Over the years the course has evolved and changed based on the needs of the sector. A very sizeable number of past students are working in salons all over Ireland and abroad, and many have opened their own salons and are running very successful businesses. A number of past students have also won prestigious national awards.

Learn French online and face to face with the French Institute Galway

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

Start the autumn season by joining a French class at the French Institute, Galway's French school, located in the historic Bridge Mills right in the heart of the city. The friendly staff members are all fully qualified, very experienced, and native, thus ensuring all students are immersed in an authentic linguistic and cultural experience.

Launch of part-time courses in Galway Community College

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

Galway Community College of Further Education offers more than 40 part-time evening programmes. These courses cover many disciplines and currently cater for approximately 500 learners annually. There is a wide range of relevant accredited and general interest programmes available every September and January.

Exciting new programmes from Galway Executive Skillnet

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

Galway Executive Skillnet has launched its autumn training schedule with some exciting new programmes to help businesses emerge “from survival to growth” post-Covid.

Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre returns to face-to-face tuition

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre, Galway's oldest language school and a Department of Education recognised training institute, is now in its 34th year of business. It is a quality school with Cambridge Exams Centre recognition, EAQUALS, Quality English, ACELS, and QQI accreditation. The school has just successfully completed reengagement and accreditation with Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) as a higher education provider, a guarantee of quality and standard.

Places available on the pre-university business course at Galway Community College

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

Galway Community College (GCC) continues to offer a wide range of further education business courses. The college offers Level 5 QQI accredited courses in pre-university business, marketing, and web design and a Level 6 advanced certificate in business management and accounting. These courses help students to develop crucial communication skills, presentation skills, and improved project management, while learning key IT programmes and techniques.

Learn Spanish on site and online with The Spanish Institute

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

The Spanish Institute is starting a new term full of courses and activities for students. The autumn term will start on September 20 and will offer a variety of Spanish group classes to all levels, including preparation for Leaving Cert exams, as well as private classes. All the classes can be taken either on site or online. The new schedule of courses is available on the institute’s website, www.spanishinstitute.ie, where students can book their chosen course by September 17.

SALT - an experience for the mind and body

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

Are you looking for therapies to help you maintain a healthy body and mind this autumn? Visit the experts in holistic wellness at SALT Float and Recovery Suites, located two minutes off the M6 in Briarhill Business Park and open seven days.

The miracle of your metabolism for weight loss

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

With total focus on fixing your metabolism, System 10 can help you transform your weight loss, energy, sleep, health and much more. A good metabolism is the foundation of everything you are. A good metabolism gets you burning more fat every hour, 24 hours a day. Nothing can beat it for results. It is your weight loss master switch.

How to deal with the anxieties that September brings

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

Having spent much of our year in lockdown desperately looking forward to summer and the possibility of freedom, summer now seems all too short. Already we are facing the usual overwhelming sense of September, and everything that it includes.

Many of us have real fears about going back to the workplace, and we are not even sure we want to return full-time. Many parents and guardians face the huge financial burden of getting children back to school and the inevitable stress of juggling school, work, and home life. Many without children have money worries of their own, after the relief of lockdown finally lifting and Christmas already on the horizon. And of course, winter is coming, with short days and dark cold nights ahead of us. Is it any wonder we feel overwhelmed at the very thought of September, and even more so while living in these times of uncertainty.

How to find the best beaches on the Wild Atlantic Way

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

The sun is shining, and it’s natural to want to head to the beach. But, how do you find the right beach for you? The Atlantic Way Explorer app will guide you to your perfect choice, Blue Flag beaches, the hidden wonders, and of course the best beaches for surfing and diving.

Ireland West Airport welcomes new services to Manchester and Edinburgh with Ryanair

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

Ireland West Airport has welcomed the launch by Ryanair of its two new services to Edinburgh and Manchester. Both services will initially operate twice weekly and operate on a year round basis.

An astonishing rescue

Wed, Sep 08, 2021

There can be no greater horror for passengers and crew than facing death on a burning ship in a heavy sea, that was sinking by its bow. Which death would you choose? Stay on board and be burnt? Or chance your luck in the waves?

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