Treat yourself to ‘me time’ at Kingfisher Beauty Spa

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

‘Tis the season to be jolly and merry while also looking your best. With Christmas parties just around the corner you want that glowing look and feel good factor. The Kingfisher Beauty spa has all your problems sorted. Treat yourself to a 'Me Time'' at the spa in Renmore, an oasis of relaxation and tranquillity.

Win last minute tickets at Heineken’s Toulouse build-up

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

Connacht faces Toulouse, four-time Heineken Cup Champions, at The Sportsground in Galway this Saturday. As title sponsor of the tournament, Heineken is celebrating the arrival of Europe’s premier club rugby competition to the west of Ireland. As proud partners of Connacht rugby, Heineken’s involvement deepens as Heineken becomes central to Galway’s enjoyment of Connacht’s participation in the Heineken Cup.

Let loose on Toulouse in The Cellar

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

There is simply nothing better than a couple of pints after the game with friends, and the analysis that unfolds. Or is there? At the Cellar Bar you can watch Connacht – V - Toulouse replayed on the amazing HD screens, and enjoy your pints in the comfortable surroundings.

UN Universal Children’s Day in Galway

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

The United Nation’s Universal Children’s Day takes place this Sunday and will be marked in Galway with a series of events in the Sahaj Marg Meditation Centre.

Celebrations for Highfield Park and Ballinfoile

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

The Highfield Park Residents Association and the Ballinfoile Community Gardens collected awards at the 2011 Pride of Place Awards Ceremony last week. Mr. Phil Hogan TD,Minister for the Environment, Community & Local Government presented the awards at the All-Island Pride of Place Gala Awards ceremony at the Amber Springs Hotel, Gorey, Co. Wexford.

City council meetings - sniping, grandstanding, and long-winded bores

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

“The minutes seem like hours,” Mayor Hildegarde Naughton once sang in a performance of the Leonard Bernstein musical West Side Story.

Europe probably has a Plan B, but does Ireland?

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

While it may not admit it, it is hard to imagine the EU not having a Plan B if the unthinkable - or rather not as unthinkable as it was six months ago - happens and the euro ceases to be.

Shopping local — make it your gift to Galway this Christmas

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

Gone are the days when shopping trips involved visits to local crafts people for gifts. The easily accessible worldwide shopping experience now has people skipping along the keyboard searching for the hottest deals from the cheapest stores in the world.

Green Tree Designs — great outdoor gifts to encourage healthy play

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

Give your children the best gift ever from Green Tree Designs, the Galway company offering custom designed tree houses and play houses, and excellent service.

All year round tree houses come with felted roof and safety glass windows, and can be enjoyed whatever the weather. Motivate your children to play more outside and to become more active and healthy. Tree houses are very useful as well for developing creativity, imagination, and physical skills in children.

Why stress yourself buying presents this Christmas?

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

At Standún, Spiddal, shopping is an exciting and relaxing experience. This unique shopping destination offers gifts for all the family and friends under one roof. Parking is free so take your time browsing through each department, and once your gifts are chosen you can have them gift wrapped. By the time you have completed your shopping list, you will be ready for tea or coffee and a slice of homemade cake at the competitive price of €3.50.

Christmas cheer rising in Dunsandle Castle

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

With half of November behind us the elves from Dunsandle Castle have been buzzing around preparing for the Santa’s Castle event taking place in Kiltullagh this December.

Christmas is coming, the goose is getting fat, Radisson Blu Galway gifts, how easy is that?

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

You are making a list, you are checking it twice, you are chewing the top of the pen and wondering, what on earth will I get her? Stop agonising and start stocking up on gift vouchers from Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa Galway.

As well as sparkling Christmas parties, great food and excellent entertainment over the holiday season, Radisson Galway also has the perfect present solution, with its vouchers making the ideal Christmas gift for those difficult-to-buy-for family members or friends. For the really special — or really tricky — people in your life, Radisson Blu Galway vouchers are a super gift for Christmas, redeemable throughout the hotel, leisure centre, spirit one spa, and salt spa.

Something for everyone in Oranmore this festive season

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

While the hustle and bustle of Galway in the run up to Christmas is legendary, many appreciate a more serene approach to their Christmas shop. In recent years Oranmore has grown into a fantastic retail centre with something for everyone this festive season. If you are looking for an unusual gift or for somewhere to have a nice festive meal with your friends, Oranmore is the ideal location with plenty of new stores and restaurants ready to satisfy the most demanding palate.

Christmas is all wrapped up at the Oranmore Lodge Hotel

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

The Oranmore Lodge Hotel is the place to be this Christmas. Whether you are celebrating with work colleagues or dining out with your family, the Oranmore Lodge has it all wrapped up.

This year the hotel is offering Christmas parties to suit every budget, starting from as little as €24.95 per person, and as always the classic Christmas party office nights will also be available, offering mulled wine reception on arrival, five course sumptuous meal followed by live entertainment, and a DJ to play until the early hours so you can dance the night away to all the best Christmas tunes.

Great food, great festive value at Péarla na Mara

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

Péarla na Mara, a new arrival onto Oranmore’s food scene, has already proved itself to be a recession-friendly solution, offering affordable delicious options for every taste and preference.

Use your head for Western Alzheimers

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

Western Alzheimers in conjunction with the Maldron Hotel will hold a table quiz on Friday November 25. The quiz will take place in Q bar and café at the Maldron Hotel, Galway, and kicks off at 9pm.

Book four to a table or book in ones, twos, and threes and the organisers will assemble people into teams. Entry fee is €5 a head and €20 for a table of four. Complimentary finger food will be served on the night and there are lots of great prizes to be won in the quiz and the raffle.

Celebrate Christmas the Italian way at Basilico

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

Basilico owners Paolo Sabatini and Fabiano Mulas have put together a real feast of traditional, hearty, Italian dishes for the 2011 Christmas menu.

Put safety first with Bella Baby

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

Did you know that three out of four chid car seats are not fitted correctly, which can cause death or serious injury? With so many more cars on the road it is important that parents ensure that car seats are fitted correctly and that children are restrained in the appropriate car seat.

Veterinary services for Christmas and beyond at Oran Veterinary Clinic

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

Oran Veterinary Clinic would like to wish all its clients and patients a very merry Christmas and prosperous new year. The clinic will be open over the holiday period, phone for an appointment should you wish to visit. It will also provide full 24-hour emergency cover. Check Facebook for details.

Custom kitchens and bedrooms for all

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

Conneely Custom Built Kitchens and Bedrooms provides a full kitchen and bedroom service, from design through manufacturing and installation. The company, based in Gleanascaul Business Park, offers value for money and has built up an enviable reputation for outstanding quality and service over the years.

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