Christmas cheer rising in Dunsandle Castle
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
The elves from Dunsandle Castle have been buzzing around preparing for the Santa’s Castle event taking place in Kiltullagh this December.
Read more ...Gifts with a difference from Rockmount Riding Centre
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Why not get a very different gift for someone this Christmas — riding lessons at Rockmount Riding Centre, Claregalway.
Read more ...Claddagh Jewellers’ huge pre-Christmas sale
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
There is just a month to get all your Christmas shopping done, and at Claddagh Jewellers’ huge pre-Christmas sale, you will find it hard to know where to start.
Read more ...Heart healthy options for Christmas
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
The festive season does not have to be about unhealthy excess and overindulgence — Galway’s Italian Olio & Farina store on Abbeygate Street has teamed up once again with local heart charity, Croí, to promote heart healthy eating this Christmas.
Read more ...Give your friends or family a great gift of an NY Shape Up voucher this Christmas
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
If you think your loved one would like to increase his/her overall health and wellbeing, tone up and shape up, then a voucher from NY Shape Up is the perfect Christmas gift.
This gift voucher can be used to rent out vibroplates and other gym equipment which can be used in your own home. For anybody who wants to either improve their current exercise regime, or get one started for the New Year, this is the most flexible and easy way to go about it.
Read more ...Christmas at Cobwebs
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Many are familiar with the downstairs of Cobwebs on Quay Lane, a treasure trove of beautiful antique and fine jewellery with exquisite Victorian brooches from as little as €150 to dazzling diamond engagement and dress rings, but upstairs at Cobwebs is also the perfect place to find Christmas gifts.
Read more ...Christmas is magical at Athenry Heritage Centre
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
The award-winning Athenry Heritage Centre is being transformed into a cavern of Christmas cheer with craft activities, face-painting, and a visit to Santa in his homely house.
Read more ...Give your loved ones a Christmas gift of Purefit
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Why not give your loved ones a gift voucher for Purefit this Christmas?
Read more ...Great Christmas value at The Malt House and The King’s Head
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Book your Christmas party at The Malt House restaurant and enjoy a free after-dinner cocktail of your choice in the adjoining King’s Head pub, plus free live entertainment every night.
Read more ...Wrap it up
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Make Christmas presents look extra special with a few simple decorations. Add some holly if the present is for an adult, or a sprig of festive cranberry to brighten up your gifts. You can also find a range of wrapping accessories in your garden, from evergreen foliage to pine cones, which will also liven up your living room when the presents are sitting under the tree, waiting to be unwrapped. Finally, why not explore what materials besides wrapping paper you can use for gifts? Try using delicate tulles or other fabrics for a change — check your local haberdashery for a selection of cut price odds and ends.
Read more ...Galway to get Ice Factor at the Carlton
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
From December 1, Galway’s Carlton Hotel on the Dublin Road will stage an ice skating extravaganza. The Ice Factor’s rink will occupy 600 square metres at the front of the hotel.
Read more ...The Menlo Park Hotel has Christmas parties wrapped up
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
The Menlo Park has always been a favourite party venue for Christmas.
For gift vouchers for the hotel bar/carvery or main restaurant call 091 779403 or 091 761122 or call in the hotel reception.
Read more ...Christmas gift ideas from The Ardilaun gift card
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
The Ardilaun has the solution to all your Christmas present decisions with The Ardilaun hotel gift card which can be topped up for use in any part of the hotel. There is a huge selection of special packages that can be purchased and presented by means of The Ardilaun hotel gift card, and you can do this from the comfort of your computer keyboard and it will be delivered to the recipient by mail.
There is a wide range of choices when it comes to spending a gift card at The Ardilaun, from lunch or dinner for two at the Camilaun Restaurant or Blazers Bar and Bistro to beauty treatments in the Ardilaun’s Avalon Beauty Salon or gift sets, short and long-term leisure club membership packages, or even a weekend break in four star luxury at the hotel. Log onto www.theardilaunhotel.ie and go to gift vouchers for full details on purchases.
Read more ...Celebrate Christmas at the Connemara Coast Hotel
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
The festive season is fast approaching; it is time to get the gang together to celebrate in style. The Connemara Coast Hotel, located just 10 minutes from Galway city, has pulled out all the stops to ensure you and your friends have a Christmas to remember.
Read more ...New management and new departures at Kinlay House Hostel
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Kinlay House Hostel in Eyre Square is one of the city’s longest established hostels. As well as being the largest hostel in the west of Ireland, Kinlay House has also been independently ranked the top rated hostel in Galway.
Read more ...Shop, eat, and park for free at the Harbour Hotel this Christmas
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Take the hassle out of Christmas shopping and avail of the Harbour Hotel lunchtime special offer — enjoy a tasty lunch, take in some Christmas shopping, and avail of two hours’ free parking in the heart of Galway. The Harbour Hotel is just a three minute walk from Eyre Square, where you can explore the Christmas market.
Read more ...Cracking Christmas parties at the Clayton
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Are you still looking for the perfect venue for your Christmas party? With limited dates available, don’t wait another moment to book your party night. With live music from Sean Slattery & The Connections, together with festive gourmet cuisine created by head chef Mat Bolanovsky, The Clayton is offering the perfect combination for a guaranteed Christmas party to remember.
Read more ...No need to leave Galway for your Christmas gifts this year
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Shoppers in Galway cannot have any complaints about the range of gifts that will be available to them this year and will have no need to leave the city or county in order to make sure their stockings are well filled this Christmas. With the Christmas market starting in Eyre Square this week and the wide range of shops in the city streets and county towns, there is plenty of food for thought as we plan our Christmas gift guide.
Read more ...Solve your gift dilemmas with the Radisson Blu
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
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.
Read more ...Celebrate Christmas the Italian way at Basilico
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Basilico owners Paolo Sabatini and Fabiano Mulas have put together a real feast of traditional, hearty, Italian dishes for the 2011 Christmas menu.
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