Once the flights and accommodation are sorted, we tend to leave the rest of the planning until the last minute. And that may be costing us, writes Gráinne McGuinness. The relatively late Easter means that children will no sooner have returned to school than we will be starting to think about the summer break. Many […]
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Insurance advice for renting a car in Spain
April 12, 2017
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Spain and the Spanish islands remain the most popular summer destination for Irish tourists, and many holidaymakers there will rent a car for at least some of their stay. However, this can lead to frustration and even arguments over insurance needed for the hire vehicle. Gerard Carter, the Claims Manager of CFM Group.ie, offers this […]
Easter in popular European cities
April 5, 2017
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The Easter season usually prompts a debate in Ireland on whether or not pubs should be allowed to open as normal on Good Friday, but we’re not the only place where things operate differently over the Easter weekend. Opening hours of shops, restaurants, and popular attractions also change in many of Europe’s most popular cities. […]
Disneyland Paris celebrates 25 years
March 27, 2017
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This week sees Disneyland Paris begin celebrations for its 25th anniversary, and those celebrations are to last for the rest of the year – meaning there’s never been a better time to go! There are great deals on accommodation and park entry packages available from Disneyland itself and from all leading travel agents. Thousands of […]
A great year to visit Canada!
March 22, 2017
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Canada has always been a great country to visit, but this year is an even better time than most to take in some of what the vast and wonderful country has to offer. That’s because 2017 sees Canada celebrate the 150th anniversary of its Confederation – when British Rule recognised a federation of what were […]
Top travel gift ideas for Mother’s Day
March 16, 2017
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Mother’s Day is just around the corner again (it falls this year on Sunday March 26), and any son, daughter, husband, or partner who surprises her with tickets for a trip away is sure to be in the good books until the next one! If you’re thinking of arranging a holiday for the special lady […]
