The 4 star Clarion Hotel Liffey Valley Dublin offers fantastic rates from €40 per person sharing this July. For those of you who book and arrive before the 31st August, you’ll receive a complimentary upgrade to an executive package, which comes with a robe, slippers, newspaper and snack bag. Find out more about this hotel… The Clarion Hotel Liffey Valley is located in the Liffey Valley area in Clondalkin - the gateway to the West. The hotel is conveniently close to the M50/N4 intersection. The guestrooms at the Clarion are …
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Special Offer this July – Jury’s Inn Christchurch
Heading to Dublin for shopping, socialising or sightseeing? With a room rate from €89, choose Jury’s Inn Christchurch, a fantastic 3 star hotel, beautifully located in the historic Christchurch area just steps from Temple Bar and top attractions like Dublin Castle, Christchurch Cathedral, Saint Patrick’s Cathedral and lots more. Jury’s Inn Christchurch overlooks the magnificent Christchurch Cathedral and is located in the oldest quarter of the city also known as the Viking/Medieval quarter, so it’s full of character and charm. Jury’s Inn Christchurch has 182 spacious and comfortable guestrooms …
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Special Offer this July – Days Inn Rathmines
If you’re looking for a special offer in Dublin for your stay this July, then don’t look any further than Days Inn Rathmines. With rates starting at €47 per person sharing, why not avail of this great rate, treat yourself to a city break and enjoy all that Dublin has to offer. The charming 3 star Days Inn Hotel is located in the vibrant suburb of Rathmines about a 25 minute walk south of Dublin city centre. Days Inn is the perfect accommodation if you want somewhere to stay …
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Special Offer this July – Premier Inn Dublin Airport
The Premier Inn Dublin Airport is located in the Airside Retail Park about 1.5km from Dublin Airport. This July, guests can avail of an unbeatable offer with rates starting at €89 for room rate. So if you’re catching an early morning flight, why not bag yourself a deal and enjoy a relaxing stay at the Premier Inn before you take off. The Premier Inn Dublin Airport is a new 3 star hotel, just a short shuttle bus ride from the airport terminal. The hotel is ideal as a stop …
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The new Belfast brand launched
Belfast city has become a vibrant, fun and dynamic city and increasingly popular as a European city break destination. A new Belfast brand, which was launched this week by the Lord Mayor of Belfast, will aim to develop and promote Belfast city as a world class destination. “Belfast’s moment is here” These are the words of Lord Mayor Tom Hartley as he unveiled the new Belfast brand identity at the Waterfront Hall last Monday before 250 of the cities leading figures. At the foremost of the new brand campaign is …
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Events at the Waterfront Hall Belfast this July…
The award winning Waterfront Hall is a famous auditorium in Belfast city which plays host to concerts, exhibitions and conferences. The circular dome shaped landmark building can be found in Lanyon Place, just about a 10 minute walk from the city centre. If you’re heading to Belfast this Summer, check out our guide to what’s on there… The Waterfront Hall has been the venue for some of the best entertainment in Belfast city since it opened its doors in 1997. It boasts a main auditorium (capacity for up to 2,200 …
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Visit Clonfert Cathedral, Galway
Clonfert Cathedral is a very important historical cathedral located close to Ballinasloe in County Galway. Read on to find out what makes this cathedral a top attraction in Galway… Not only is Clonfert Cathedral one of the oldest functioning churches in Ireland, it was actually established by Saint Brendan the Navigator around 563AD. The cathedral was more of a monastery at that time and it shortly became one of the most important monastic schools in Ireland. At one point, it had 3,000 brothers attending monastery and it was proposed to …
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Top tips for visiting Belfast
Belfast is one of Europe’s up and coming city destinations. But before you pack your bags and head to Belfast, read our little guide which has some very useful information for visitors. · Currency/Money/Banks The currency in Belfast is the British pound or the Pound Sterling (£). ATM machines are scattered all over the city and are a great way of accessing sterling using your credit card. There are also plenty of Bureau de Change where you can convert your cash into sterling. They are mainly found at banks, large hotels, tourist …
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Visit Dunguaire Castle, Galway
No visit to Ireland is complete without a visit to one of its many historic castles. Some are enchanting and fairy-like filled with character and charm, while others are said to be haunted! The castles in Ireland are full of history and a great way to learn about what life was like long ago. If you’re in the Galway area visit Dunguaire Castle. Read on to find out about Dunguaire Castle… Dunguaire Castle has the most picturesque location at the shores of Galway Bay near Kinvara in County Galway. The …
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A Short History Of Galway City
Galway is a beautiful city located on the western seaboard of Ireland. So beautiful is it, that it was once described as the “Venice of the West” by well-known Irish poet, William Butler Yeats. Galway is a vibrant colourful city, recognised world wide for its friendly people and welcoming atmosphere and once visited, you’ll keep wanting to return! According to Hardiman’s ‘History of Galway’, the city started out as a tiny fishing village protected by a fort at the mouth of a river. The Annals of the Four Masters (17th …
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