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October 30 2008

Give yourself a break!
Fed up of packed airports, endless queues, worries over whether your bag is too heavy, or whether all your liquids have been stored in transparent bottles in transparent bags? Are you tired of hidden charges, that make you even more stressed before you even get to leave the country? Forget the holidays from hell and inject a little spontaneity into your life by taking a short hotel break in Ireland. And in Destinations, we will make this incredibly easy for you. At this time, there is amazing value to be had on short breaks in hotels within Ireland and all of it is just a short drive away. Every week in this new section, Destinations, the Advertiser group will be bringing you a fantastic selection of the best hotel breaks there available from right across the country. With all the talk of recession, let's be patriotic and spend some of your hard earned cash on a short break in Ireland. Support local jobs and businesses by discovering that the joys of an Irish short break far exceed the hassle of taking a short break overseas. If you like, you can splash out on a lavish break with fine dining, aweinspiring vistas and pure pampering spa treatments; play a few rounds on some of the country's extraordinary golf courses; breathe in that fresh country air with some incredible outdoor pursuits; shop `til you drop at designer city boutiques; or settle down beside a crackling fire in some of the best pubs in the world. Whether it's the beauty of Annebrook House in the Midlands, the delights of the Kilkenny Ormonde or the Mount Wolsely in the sunny south east; the splendour of the McWilliam Park Hotel, the Courtyard Marriott or the Harbour Hotel in the west or further afield, Destinations will bring you each week the latest offers from a range of fantastic hotels with offers and facilities to suit all tastes.

To advertise in Destinations, contact your local Advertiser sales office Galway 091 530900 Kilkenny 056 7775406 Carlow 056 9146651 Mayo 094 9035010 Athlone 0906 470920 Mullingar 044 9396253

The wild west...
If the West is your more favoured destination, why not try... Cashel House Hotel, one of Connemara's most gracious mid-19th century country houses and since 1968 is a luxury 4 star family run hotel which stands at the head of Cashel Bay. Situated in the heart of Connemara on the West coast of Ireland Cashel House Hotel is set in 50 acres of award winning gardens containing flowering shrubs and woodland walks. Luxury and tranquillity are offered to discerning guests in an atmosphere created by turf and log fires and a friendly and helpful staff and by tastefully decorated rooms. Beaches, golf, horse riding, sea fishing, salmon and trout fishing are available in the vicinity. The hotel has its own tennis court and private beach. The hotel can arrange guided walks on any of the Twelve Pins and all other areas of the Connemara Coast. Cashel House is also the home of the Connemara Pony & Sport House Stud Farm where Connemara Ponies are bred and exported all over the world. The Good Hotel Guide has just voted Cashel House, Country House Hotel of Year 2008 in Ireland and Great Britain If a golfing or leisure break sounds more enticing than the hassle of airport queues, and baggage allowances, then The Mc William Park Hotel is the perfect destination. Nestled just off the busy N17 minutes from the thriving market town of Claremorris, and half way between Galway & Sligo. The McWilliam Park Hotel is only 10 minutes from Knock Shrine and 20 minutes from Ireland West Airport Knock. This Hotel boast of the quiet country charm and yet within easy walking distance of Claremorris. The McWilliam Park Hotel opened its doors for Business in October 2006 and in a short length of time has become a leading Venue both in the domestic & International Market for Leisure Breaks, Golfing Holidays. Its superb location makes it an ideal venue for Conferences and Events.

Magic in the Midlands...
For those wishing to visit the sunny midlands: to 300 delegates with car parking facilities for up to 100 cars on site. The Annebrook also offers a choice of dining experience, the Brook Restaurant, and for more casual dining you can relax in The Brosna Bar. Whether you rest in the Apart-hotel Suites, Executive Hotel Rooms or Classic bedrooms, taste the delights of the restaurant, entertain in the lively bar, conduct business or pleasure within conference & banqueting, the Annebrook's experienced team is dedicated to providing you with the best service. Experience a new brand of luxury at the NEW 4 STAR Annebrook House Hotel. The Annebrook House Hotel is steeped in history and enjoys the enviable advantage of being one of the most centrally located hotels in Mullingar town. This unique venue will make an impression on guests and conference delegates alike. The hotel boasts 111 bedrooms, state of the art Conference & Banqueting Facilities catering for up

When visiting the West, make sure to call into Coyotes, Galway's first purpose built American theme bar. There are five themes from our coyote bar featuring dancers and singers, to our ganster bar in fifties style with pool table and jukebox. An experience not to be missed when on a visit within shooting distance of Galway City.