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Travel News: Lapland, Scotland, Lough Erne and holiday bargains

Santa Village with Christmas tree in Lapland, Finland, on the Arctic Circle
Santa Village with Christmas tree in Lapland, Finland, on the Arctic Circle Santa Village with Christmas tree in Lapland, Finland, on the Arctic Circle

£60 off Scottish

ferry/hotel breaks

This autumn Stena Line is offering a saving of £60 when customers book their ferry and hotel accommodation together. Holidaymakers can enjoy a Glasgow escape from only £299 per couple or uncover all the hidden gems that Edinburgh has to offer from only £330 per couple. This great offer includes a return sailing for car plus two on any Stena Line Irish Sea route and two nights in a double room. Book online at stenaline.co.uk/save60

Bag a bargain at

new travel show

Holidaymakers wanting to grab an exclusive deal are invited to the first ever Clubworld Travel Showcase at Titanic Belfast on September 30. The event will have more than 25 travel companies with many offering one-day-only deals. There will also be children’s entertainment and a pro golf simulator, as well as travel presentations from companies such as G Adventures, Wendy Wu Tours, MSC Cruises and Kuoni. Tickets to the event are free and available to download at clubworldtravelshowcase.eventbrite.co.uk

All treats, no tricks at

Lough Erne Resort

This autumn Lough Erne Resort has introduced some fabulous packages, from a ghoulish Friday Night Fright Night (starting at £299 for a family of four) to the Taste of Autumn package that is sure to impress the foodies, with a five-course dinner in the 3AAA Rosette Catalina Restaurant (from £107.50 pps). There is also a great value option with the Autumn Rewards package, giving guest £70 of credit to spend at the resort and rooms starting at only £119. View and book at lougherneresort.com

Visit Santa and his

reindeer in Lapland

With 100 days to go until Christmas, now is the time to get booking that trip of a lifetime to see Mr Claus in the magical world of Finnish Lapland. VisitSanta have a number of arranged tours, departing Dublin, including the popular three day trips, which start from €1,119pp and give families plenty of time to do all the fun activities on offer, including husky and reindeer sleigh rides to snowmobiling. Those who are tight on time can choose a one day trip from €640pp. All packages include flights, accommodation, thermal clothing, activities and, of course, some face time with the man himself. For more information see VisitSanta.ie