Flavours for mum and all the family at Restaurant gigi’s
Thu, Mar 09, 2017
This Mother's Day families can enjoy a leisurely lunch in Restaurant gigi's, winner of Best Hotel Restaurant in Galway at the g hotel.
Read more ...‘Mother of Mine’ – a song for Galway Hospice
Thu, Mar 09, 2017
A special CD dedicated to mothers which will help raise funds for the Galway Hospice has been launched by Chris Sherlock and Paschal Brennan.
Read more ...Treat mum at the Loughrea Hotel
Thu, Mar 09, 2017
The Loughrea Hotel and Spa has an abundance of ideas on treating the special mum or grandmother in your life this Mother’s Day, March 26.
Read more ...Mother’s Day lunch in Prom restaurant
Thu, Mar 09, 2017
Celebrate Mother’s Day in the relaxed surroundings of Prom Restaurant.
Read more ...Family feast at the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Galway
Thu, Mar 09, 2017
There is no cooking necessary on March 26 with the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Galway’s, special Mother’s Day Sunday lunch.
Read more ...Kilkenny Shop can make mum’s day
Thu, Mar 09, 2017
To make Mother's Day extra special this year, Kilkenny Shop has a perfect selection of gorgeous gifts.
Read more ...Lock Doctor — here to solve all your key decisions
Thu, Mar 09, 2017
Lock Doctor, a business created in the height of the recession, has grown into Ireland’s largest firm of locksmiths and has franchises around the country. Now brothers Tommy and Michael Dillon have brought this buisness to Galway.
Read more ...Let Spring in Galway re-awaken and re-energise you
Thu, Mar 09, 2017
The sun rises up over the bay and lights up the greenery of a city that is this year setting out on its quest to be one of the greenest there is, by appreciating its parks and woodlands and things natural. It's Springtime and suddenly, wintertime and al its associated miserable weather is left behind.There is simply no place better to enjoy Spring than here in Galway, the city and county. It was as if the place was made for the kind of light that falls on the west.
Everybody is energised and ready for the year ahead, because the Galway year is like that, a set series of events and happenings that in their own way frame the seasons for the city. Galway has always been a coming together of ideals and imperfections, a pot pourri of dreams and ambitions and realities that when chucked into the blender along with a few accordions and organic vegetables creates a sense of a city that attracts people from far and wide. And whatever essence this sense of a city lets off, it is a magical elixir that defines us all as being players in a city with a unique identity.
Read more ...Discover Dublin from the Carlton Hotel Blanchardstown
Thu, Mar 09, 2017
The Carlton Hotel Blanchardstown is one of the finest four star hotels in Dublin, with superb conference and meeting facilities together with stylish dining options to suit everyone’s taste. The hotel is a luxurious contemporary lively hub, with 155 beautifully appointed bedrooms, very popular with ladies' groups where shopping or going to the theatre or races is a must. This hotel is easily connected to many of Dublin’s most popular tourist destinations which are right on the doorstep. It stands proudly positioned in the heart of Dublin 15.
Read more ...The Court Yard Hotel - the ultimate location for family fun
Thu, Mar 09, 2017
The four star Court Yard Hotel is situated in the colourful heritage town of Leixlip, Co Kildare. Steeped in history, the hotel is built on the original site where Arthur Guinness created his brewing empire.
Read more ...Top European cities for a spring break
Thu, Mar 09, 2017
Finding the best places to visit in Europe is not always easy, especially in the spring. With all that diverse culture, scenery, and history to choose from, how do you pick where to go? Let Corrib Travel help you, below are just some of the suggestions the team have. Call 091 564713 for more ideas.
Amsterdam: Canals, bicycles, tulips... Amsterdam seems made for spring. A walk, boat tour, or bike ride along the canals that weave through the city is a must. Enjoy a coffee, a beer, or a smoke in one of the city's many and varied cafés, and explore the recently renovated Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum.
Read more ...Tips for dealing with toddler temper tantrums
Thu, Mar 02, 2017
thorough as they learn to express themselves. They can strike anytime between the ages of one to four years and usually occur when your child gets frustrated or feels the need to push boundaries. Having been through them with my own children I have some tips for dealing with toddler temper tantrums.
Read more ...Living with a 13-year-old
Thu, Mar 02, 2017
My eldest daughter is the first teen in the family so parenting a teen is all new to me. Here are some tips that might be useful when Living with a 13 Year Old for the first time:
Read more ...Reading to your child for 10 minutes a day can make a huge difference
Thu, Mar 02, 2017
It’s World Book Day TODAY Thursday March 2 and the National Adult Literacy Agency is encouraging parents, grandparents or any carer of children to try to take 10 minutes a day to read to their child.
“Reading aloud is much more than just telling a child a story and if you can spare 10 minutes a day you can make a huge difference to their development,” said Inez Bailey, CEO, National Adult Literacy Agency (NALA).
Read more ...Give your family the gift of swimming
Thu, Mar 02, 2017
Clayton Hotel Galway are offering pool and gym membership options and one to one personal swimming lessons with their in house fitness expert Clare Gohery available weekly and weekends.
Their compact fitness suite offers excellent facilities with all of the necessary equipment enabling members to enjoy a complete full body workout. It includes state of the art user friendly cardio and strength training equipment to cater for both the seasonal athlete and the leisurely gym user.
Read more ...Take up rather than give up this Lent
Thu, Mar 02, 2017
Lent is upon us and Catholics have begun the 40-day Lenten journey by making a sacrifice or change to their usual lifestyle. Giving up sweet things, alcohol, device time and other treats are all up for grabs. But this year, how about turning Lent on its head and Take Up Not Give Up This Lent? By take up I mean getting fit and active together with friends or as a family and there are plenty of worthy causes you can help along the way.
Read more ...Party ideas for 8-12 year olds (Tweens)
Fri, Feb 24, 2017
Are you looking for inspiring party ideas for your tween? This age can be tricky as some children still want the whole class to attend and others simply want a few of their close friends. And they nearly all want different parties from those their friends have had! Be inspired with our Party Ideas for 8-12 Year Olds (Tweens).
Read more ...Top tips for happy car journeys with children
Fri, Feb 24, 2017
With the mid-term break in full swing many families will strike out for day trips with the kids, some may venture even further afield. But let’s face it car journeys with the kids can be a bit of an endurance test. From the ‘are we nearly there yet?” to the multiple toilet breaks and requests for food, you can be left feeling overwhelmed. As a mum of two, who has travelled the country and taken the kids abroad by car, I have some Top Tips For Happy Car Journeys with Kids to make the trip a positive experience.
Read more ...Easy pancake recipes and tasty topping ideas
Fri, Feb 24, 2017
Pancake Tuesday happens this year on February 28. There are a million and one ways to make pancakes from the fluffy American style pancakes that require a thick batter to thin French style crepes made using a runny batter.
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