Ring in the New Year in Dublin
ONE of Ireland’s most iconic hotel's, The Shelbourne, has been celebrating the festive season in style since 1824. You can ring out the old and in the new in the landmark five-star hotel overlooking St Stephen's Green, beginning your evening with a three-course dinner in The Saddle Room Restaurant, then moving into the comfort of the No.27 Bar and Lounge, with all the glitz and glitter it has going on at this time of year. New Year’s Eve dinner is €145 per person with table reservations from 5pm to 10pm, or stay the night too with one nights’ accommodation in one of The Shelbourne’s deluxe rooms, and traditional Irish breakfast on New Year’s Day, from €580 per room per night, including dinner. See TheShelbourne.ie
Journey to the south for Memphis's 200th
The southern United States are unlike anywhere else you'll ever go. Hot weather, warm smiles, rich history and some of the best food in the US. Memphis turns 200 in May and planning for their bicentennial celebration is now under way. American Holidays have released some great offers for visiting the region. A multi-centre trip to Nashville and Memphis, departing Dublin in March 2019 spending four nights at the three-star Clarion Downtown Nashville, followed by three nights at the three-star Comfort Inn Downtown Memphis, from only €1,289pp. Or a three centre eight night trip to New Orleans, Memphis and Nashville from Dublin in February starts at €1,218pp. See Americanholidays.com
Pre-Christmas saving on ferry crossings
P&O Ferries are offering people an early Christmas present where they can travel between Larne and Cairnryan for a massive 20 per cent off. Whether you are planning a romantic break, a summer family getaway or visiting family and friends in Scotland, you give the gift of adventure this Christmas with P&O Ferries. Offer valid until December 19. To book and for promo code details visit Poferries.com
January romance and more in Verona
Why not treat yourself to a New Year getaway this coming January in the beautiful and romantic city of Verona? Best known for it's association with Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, beyond the heart-shaped kitsch and Renaissance romance, Verona is a bustling centre of culture and gastronomic treats. Jet2CityBreaks are offering a seven night, room-only stay at the four-star Montresor Hotel Palace, departing Belfast on January 5, from £329 per person, based on two sharing. Jet2holidays.com
:: All prices and availability correct at the time of issue.
