Christmas gift ideas for the man or woman in your life
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Buying for him
What is it about men that makes them so difficult to buy for? If you are having trouble finding the perfect gift for your husband, brother, boyfriend, or son, here are a few ideas to help you.
Santa’s Christmas Magic — the Santa with a difference at Brigit’s Garden
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
If you are looking for an authentic Santa experience this Christmas, you will be delighted to hear that Santa and his musical elf are once again visiting Brigit’s Garden in Roscahill. Santa’s Christmas Magic is an interactive event featuring music, stories, and candlelight that is non-commercial, and which conjures up the real magic and wonder of Christmas.
Santa’s Christmas Magic is a delightful experience for both adults and children. Elfie arrives with lots of music and fun, and creates great excitement for Santa’s arrival. Santa builds the wonder as the children join him in singing and lighting candles, and the highlight of the show is when everyone lights the Christmas tree by magic.
Read more ...Take off this Christmas with Eirsim
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Take to the skies with Eirsim, Galway’s first flight simulator. Eirsim's Boeing 737 simulator arrived in Galway last year from Brussels, using specialised transport and lifting equipment on its long journey. The simulator weighs more than seven tonnes and is some 4m tall.
Read more ...All your photographic and framing needs this Christmas
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Davitt Photo Centre in Upper Salthill is a one stop shop for all your photographic and framing needs. The family-run business was opened in 2003 and, since then, it has built up a great rapport with locals and enjoyed great success in the area.
Martin Davitt, who has been running Davitt Photo Centre for seven years, has 24 years of photographic experience which has been a cornerstone of the store’s success. Martin says that at Davitt Photo Centre you can get your ideal customised photographic print from standard 6x4 right up to 44 inch x 100ft banners.
Read more ...Green Tree Designs — great outdoor gifts to encourage healthy play
Thu, Nov 24, 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.
Read more ...Discover your guardian angel at Lazlo
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Inspired by angelic themes, the award-winning jewellery designer Roberto Giannotti has created the Angeli collection, a unique range of contemporary jewellery in silver with gold and rose gold, beautifully packaged, and complete with a detailed history of angels throughout the ages.
Read more ...Date with destiny as the g Hotel celebrates dinner and movie success
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Dinner and a Movie at the g Hotel has become one of Galway’s most popular options for a night, with almost 15,000 guests having enjoyed the entertainment experience over the past few years. To celebrate the success and popularity of the Dinner and a Movie offer to date, the g Hotel has designed a lavish prize for one lucky person who will purchase the hotel’s 15,000th Dinner and a Movie package.
Read more ...Christmas gifts galore at the Oranmore Lodge Leisure Club
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
The Oranmore Lodge Leisure Club has some great ideas for Christmas gifts and stocking fillers. What better way to start the New Year than with a membership voucher with access to the fantastic facilities and classes?
The leisure centre also has the novel idea of swim and gym pass packages available as gifts (10 swim and relax package only €60, and 10 gym and swim package with a fitness consultation included only €80). It also has a massage therapist who offers gift vouchers for all treatments.
Read more ...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.
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