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Galway Advertiser

October 20 2005

Yule be left behind unless you book your party now
Yes, the clocks are ready to be changed, the summer and autumn are in the departures lounge, and the shops are beginning to play the first festive tunes, so it's time to plan that annual Christmas bash. But don't worry, everything you need is right here under your nose in the city and county. With a wide range of new and established venues available, there is no excuse for not finding the perfect location for your company or social gathering this Christmas. Perhaps you and your colleagues are creatures of habit and go with easy familiarity, returning to the same venue year after year. On the other hand, perhaps a change of venue - if you feel previous parties have been a little stale - is just what you and your colleagues need this year to liven things up a bit. Choosing to party in the city centre leaves a world of options for revellers. An abundance of pubs and nightclubs await, most within walking distance - a real perk when it comes to pub hopping and night clubbing. Remember you don't have to confine yourself to the city centre to make your company Christmas party a memorable experience. There's a lot to be said for celebrations beyond the city walls, in

new and different venues that provide the perfect backdrop for seasonal celebrations. If the overall mood is against clubbing in the city nightclubs then the out-of-town experience could be a good choice as participants are less likely to see the event as a preamble to a series of clubbing sessions. The range of options for those preferring the out-

of-town experience has never been greater. In the Galway area alone there is ample scope for throwing a party your company will not easily forget. There is an abundance of venues in seoctober 20 2005 - and equally fun surroundings. Taking the annual festivities beyond the city boundaries can be both fun and rewarding and may be just the thing

to make the occasion memorable. And with the quality of alternative venues available this year's Christmas partygoer will not be disappointed. There really is an array of party options to think about. Some advice though - get moving and get booking fast. Then sit back and enjoy the official opening of the Christmas season.