was in Ireland recently for a friend's hen do, and we were all
very civilised and grown up, and stayed in the luscious Heritage Hotel
in the village of Killenard (its just an hour outside of
Dublin... if you can read a map, unlike me). The spa was ab-fab.
I went for a massage and one of the best things about it was that
after it was done, you know how all you feel like doing is
falling asleep on your massage table? Your therapist takes you in
your relaxed stupor to the “Deep Relaxation Room” (which is
separate from the “Relaxation Room”) where you snuggle in a
recliner under a blanket, nibble on fruit and sip tea- and stay
as long as you want! The room is also lit entirely by candles so
trust me, you'll never...
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Submitted By: Christina Valhouli
on: Tue, 08/28/2007 - 22:34
Submitted By: Christina Valhouli
on: Wed, 01/31/2007 - 06:16
is one of our favourite cities for shopping and dining. The
newest place to stay in town is the 44-room Dylan, located near St.
Stephen's Green. The hotel is located in the building which
housed the former Hibernian Hotel, and its been completely
transformed into a chic boutique hotel. Staff uniforms are
designed by Dublin designer Leigh Tucker, and no two guestrooms are alike. What
the rooms do have in common is custom made furniture by Harrison
and Gil and accent pieces such as vintage...
Submitted By: Christina Valhouli
on: Thu, 12/07/2006 - 00:32
in County
Kildare, just 14 miles west of
Dublin, the hotel is the former home of the
John FitzGerald, the Earl of Kildare. Visitors to the house over
the years included Queen Victoria, Prince Rainier, Grace Kelly
and Peter Sellers, and the estate has...
Submitted By: iTravel iShop
on: Wed, 02/22/2006 - 22:44
If you're looking to celebrate Dublin's St.
Patrick's Day in style, book The Merrion
hotel's Shamrock Package. For 655 euros per couple, guests are
treated to two nights accommodation in a twin/double room, full
Irish breakfast, Black Velvet cocktail on arrival, two grandstand
tickets for the St Patrick's Day Festival Parade and a picnic box
whilst watching the Parade. The package is available from March
16-20, 2006.
Submitted By: iTravel iShop
on: Tue, 12/13/2005 - 04:30
Starwood Hotels &
Resorts will be opening its second property in Ireland in spring
2006. The newly constructed Sheraton Fota Island Golf Resort
& Spa, Cork. Starwood and property company Fleming
Construction will develop the 133-room luxury Sheraton resort, on
Fota Island in County Cork, located on the southern Irish coast.
The hotel is being constructed on the site of the existing Fota
Island Golf Club - home of the Irish Open in 2001 and 2002. For
more information, visit www.starwoodhotels.com
Submitted By: iTravel iShop
on: Mon, 12/05/2005 - 04:14
It's hard to find anyone that doesn't love
Dublin. The city that gave us literary giants such as James Joyce
and W.B Yeats, as well as sensory pleasures like Guinness and U2,
is as buzzy and vibrant as it ever was.
Although the Celtic tiger
may be slowing its pace, the city is constantly changing with new
restaurants, shops and bars opening seemingly ever week. Dublin
is an eminently friendly city, and the cool weather will
encourage even the most diehard teetotaller to head to the
nearest pub to sample the Irish craic.
That said,
there's still plenty of kitsch, or what the Irish would call "twee" things. For every store selling Orla Kiely bags, Avoca
knitwear and John Rocha crystal,...
Submitted By: iTravel iShop
on: Thu, 11/24/2005 - 04:05
Shopping in Dublin is a
pleasure. The city is so compact that shoppers can easily walk
between all of the key stores. But more than convenience, it
comes down to atmosphere.
Dublin has dozens of
charming boutiques, offering everything from women's clothing to
designer shoes and Cuban cigars.
Avoca
Avoca for its girlie, vintage vibe. The Dublin location has a
shabby chic look, with pine floors, crystal chandeliers and
painted furniture. This family owned company has been in business
since 1723, and many of the garments are still hand woven at the
mill in County Wicklow. Avoca is the place to stock up on women's
cashmere sweaters, as well as mohair...
Submitted By: Christina Valhouli
on: Wed, 11/23/2005 - 12:11
If
you're a fan of quiet, discreet hotels like The Inn at Irving
Place in New York City, you'll love The Merrion in
Dublin.
Located
just off Upper Merrion Street, home to some of the best examples
of Georgian architecture in the city, it would be all too easy to
walk past the hotel without a second glance. The hotel is housed
in four converted townhouses, and only a small brass sign
indicates it's a hotel.
Hands down, it's the best place to stay in Dublin, but the
hotel could face some serious competition when The Shelbourne
re-opens after its renovation.
...
Submitted By: iTravel iShop
on: Mon, 11/21/2005 - 12:10
If you're
looking for upscale comfort food after a day of shopping Dublin,
head to Brasserie 66. This stylish new restaurant just opened in
central Dublin, and the menu emphasizes fresh, local Irish meat
and produce. The dining room is long and narrow, with chocolate
brown walls, oak floors and antique plates decorate the walls.
Just next door is Sixty6 the grocer, where visitors can buy
gourmet olive oils, coffees and pastries. Brasserie Sixty6,
66-67 South Great Georges Street, Dublin 2, Phone +353 (1) 4005878.
Submitted By: Christina Valhouli
on: Fri, 11/18/2005 - 02:17
Most rock stars are known for trashing hotels
instead of restoring them, but that's not the case with The
Clarence in Dublin. The hotel is partly owned by U2 front-man
Bono and band mate The Edge.
The duo purchased the
Victorian building in 1992 and restored it, converting it into a
luxury boutique hotel that opened in 1997.
The interiors are not what you would expect from rock star
owners. There's no zebra print or evidence of smashed guitars
anywhere. The overall look is classic and understated, with
plenty of oak paneling and Arts and Crafts touches. As the
overall vibe is relaxed and informal, the Clarence will appeal
to those in the entertainment industry, as well as tourists
looking for a good time in Dublin. It's the kind of place where
you can stride in wearing jeans and flips flops, park yourself
on a...
