Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas to Launch in Málaga This June
Thu, Feb 05, 2026
Royal Caribbean’s newest ship, Legend of the Seas, will officially launch in Málaga this June, with Fahy Travel attending the highly anticipated event.
“Royal Caribbean is one of the most innovative cruise companies in the world, continually elevating the art of holidaying at sea,” said Annette Hynes, award-winning sales consultant with Cruise Worldwide at Fahy Travel on Bridge Street.
Read more ...Say it with flowers this Valentine’s Day
Thu, Feb 05, 2026
Bringing together flowers, food, and a great day out, ‘A Taste of Bloom’, curated by Neven Maguire, is the ideal gift for your loved one this Valentine’s Day.
Read more ...Consumer group releases new research and guidance on tipping in Ireland
Thu, Feb 05, 2026
New tipping research from the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has revealed that nine out of 10 consumers in Ireland tip at least some of the time, with women and people over 35 among those most likely to tip.
Read more ...Look slimmer instantly
Thu, Feb 05, 2026
After the excesses of Christmas, and, for some of us, the excesses of January (the final slices of the Christmas cake, the least loved biscuits left behind in the tin, or the remainder of the Selection boxes), your attention may be turning to your waistline and how best to disguise its expansion. Here are a few simple ways to do just that:-
Read more ...Finding The One
Thu, Feb 05, 2026
Are you a man looking for a new signature scent to usher in spring? A refined, woody fragrance that effortlessly exudes class and refinement? If so, look no further than The One for Men eau de parfum from Dolce and Gabbana (50ml - €102).
Read more ...New spinal cord injury home support in Galway
Thu, Feb 05, 2026
People living with spinal cord injuries in Galway, who often face delayed discharge from hospital or find themselves unable to come home at all because of a lack of community support services, can now avail of a new Spinal Cord Injury Home Support Service.
Read more ...Upgrade your garden with a durable bin store
Thu, Feb 05, 2026
Are you tired of bins ruining the look of your home or garden? Keep your outdoor space tidy, secure and stylish with a durable metal bin store.
Read more ...The Galway train
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
By 1848, construction of the railway line west from Dublin had reached Mullingar and the following year, the Chancellor of the Exchequer agreed to advance a loan of £500,000 towards extending the line to Galway. The board of the Midland and Great Western Railway entered into a contract with William Dargan to construct the entire length of line from Mullingar to Galway. Dargan’s success in building the Howth to Dublin railway had earned him a bonus of £300 and this he used to set himself up a a railway contractor.
Read more ...CAO deadline fast approaching
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
Applications to the Central Applications Office (CAO) for the 2026-27 academic year will close this Sunday, February 1.
Read more ...Galway students recognised for antioxidant research project
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
Two Coláíste Muire Máthair students have been recognised for their project investigating antioxidant levels in everyday foods and drinks at the SciFest@Teen-Turn event held in Avantor, Dublin.
Read more ...University of Galway law students receive scholarships
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
Two University of Galway students have been awarded the RDJ Diversity and Inclusion Scholarships.
Read more ...Make 2026 the year you learn French
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
What if this year you decided to take up a new language, refresh your school French, or even avail of greater job opportunities? Would you like your children to get a head start in French or achieve a H1 in their Junior or Leaving Cert examinations? Then, the French Institute has a course for you.
The French Institute offers classes for all ages and all levels with qualified native French teachers, and are now enrolling for the new term, starting on the week of January 26 for teenagers and children, and February 9 for adults.
Read more ...Gamemakers welcome €15k grants
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
Cross Border funding has been allocated to boost Galway’s gaming industry during 2026, with a number of new ideas in development.
Read more ...Finding generational love down by the sea shore
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
Both Margie Connolly’s late brother, Eugene, and her uncle Joe, wanted her to tell people about a place in Co Galway that was very close to their hearts.
Read more ...Solaris Tea awarded international certification for ethical standards
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
Galway-based company Solaris Tea joins a global community of businesses that meet exceptional standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.
Read more ...Twelve Galway restaurants shortlisted for Just Eat Awards
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
Just Eat has announced the launch of its 12th annual awards, inviting people to have their say on the restaurants, grocers, and retailers they love most, at a time when Ireland’s food scene continues to grow in quality, flavour, variety, and the experiences restaurants offer customers.
From much-loved neighbourhood independents to national brands and exciting new arrivals to the Irish market, the Just Eat Awards recognise the delivery partners that people order from time and time again, whether it’s for a midweek lunch, a family favourite, or some last-minute groceries.
Read more ...No better time to start planning your dream cruise
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
"Royal Caribbean is one of the most innovative of all cruise companies in the world as they continue to elevate the art of holidaying at sea," says Annette Hynes, award winning sales consultant with Cruise Worldwide at Fahy Travel in Bridge Street. Having won a place on a ship visit on Wonder of the Seas in Florida, she will further her training on a seminar at sea on board Legend of the Seas this coming summer.
Read more ...Swap January blues for blue skies with Shannon Airport
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
Shannon Airport is set to welcome over 24,000 passengers across the upcoming February bank holiday period. This figure represents a 14 per cent jump on the same time last year, as the popularity of St. Brigid’s bank holiday getaways soars.
The early long weekend is encouraging travellers to swap the January blues for blue skies, with the airport’s Lanzarote and Malaga flights among the most in-demand.
Read more ...Kickstart your year and lose up to two stone in 10 weeks
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
System 10 is very different to other weight loss programmes. It is about amazing weight loss done the right way. It focuses on real fat burning by fixing your metabolism [mostly hormone imbalances]. Fixing your metabolism and burning real fat will give you your best weight loss ever.
Read more ...The benefits of ADHD coaching for individuals
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
ADHD is far more than an attention challenge; it is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that affects executive functioning such as organisation, planning, working memory, time management and emotional regulation.
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