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Live Your Fairy Tale at These Wonderful Wedding Venues Across Ireland

With all the romance of winter holidays, and Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s the season for wedding proposals and with it the beginning of wedding planning. Across Ireland, there are beautiful venues prepared to work with you to ensure that your day is everything you hope for. Whether you hope to say “I …

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This Irish Venue is Hosting an Exclusive Irish Gin Pop-Up For National Gin Day

National Gin Day is taking place on June 9th and we can’t wait. Cullen’s at the Cottage is also bursting with excitement for this gin-infused day and has an exclusive Irish gin pop-up planned to whet the appetites of gin lovers everywhere. Marking national gin day with a special collaboration with The Shed Distillery of …

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Here’s Where You Can Enjoy Ireland’s Best Breakfast

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and the country’s finest have been showcased at the second annual Georgina Campbell Irish Breakfast Awards, celebrating the very best in the hospitality industry. At a breakfast gathering of a who’s who of Irish food producers and hoteliers at The Intercontinental Dublin, guests and nominees were …

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A Memorable Léoville-Barton Bordeaux Wine Dinner is Coming to Ashford Castle

The majestic scenario of Ashford Castle will serve as the setting for a very special wine dinner this 13th of February. As part of the five-star Winemakers Dinner Series 2018, they’ll host an intimate evening with Lilian Barton, Director and Winemaker at Château Léoville-Barton in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux. The Léoville-Barton Wine Dinner will start with …

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Plan Your Perfect Day With These Beautiful Irish Wedding Venues Inspired by The Stars

Everyone wants their perfect fairytale wedding to match their own personal love story. Whether you’ve always dreamed of getting married in a castle by a lake or a luxurious hotel, your perfect wedding venue is out there and closer than you might think. In the spirit of love, we’ve taken inspiration from famous faces who …

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The Kingdom Claims The Crown in TripAdvisor’s Annual Travellers’ Choice Awards

TripAdvisor‘s annual Travellers’ Choice Awards has crowned Kerry the king of Irish hotel destinations, with seven of the top 25 hotels in Ireland located within the kingdom. Topping the list is The Killarney Park Hotel, with Niamh O’Shea, the 5-star hotel’s General Manager, commenting: “Killarney Park Hotel is incredibly proud to accept such an accolade …

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Eat. Drink. Sleep. Repeat. 12 Restaurants to Help With Your New Year’s Resolutions

A new year guarantees to herald one thing – a suite of resolutions to be healthier and more upstanding human beings in general, that will most likely be broken by the end of the first month! We all have great intentions, but there is simply no substance to them. Hence why Dee Laffan has created …

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New Ashford Castle Collection to Feature Unique Treasures Including a Bespoke Monopoly Board

New Ashford Castle Collection to Feature Unique Treasures Including a Bespoke Monopoly Board

Ashford Castle has just unveiled an extensive range of beautiful own-brand products. The luxurious, multi award-winning hotel, recently named as the Number 1 Resort Hotel in the UK & Ireland and holder of the title of AA Hotel of the Year 2017 now offers its guests the opportunity to take home a unique, tangible memory from their stay. The new Ashford Castle collection features 33 pieces …

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Luxurious Pampering for Your Pooch – This Five Star Hotel Pulls Out All the Stops

Pets are often our best friend and are genuinely a member of the family, so it’s hard to leave them behind when going on holidays or taking a weekend break away. But thankfully, Ashford Castle is not only cat and dog-friendly but they also make the extra effort to welcome your pet. The 13th Century …

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Ashford Castle's George V Dining Room Earns the AA Notable Wine List Award 2017

Ashford Castle’s George V Dining Room Earns the AA Notable Wine List Award 2017

Ashford Castle has just received a new accolade, this time thanks to its superb wine list. The luxurious five star hotel’s George V Dining Room was given the AA Notable Wine List Award for 2017 after competing with other 238 establishments from Ireland and the UK for the prestigious award. With a centuries old cellar that …

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Ashford Castle’s Fairytale Experience Named Among Top 25 World Travel Experiences

Have you ever wanted a truly magical holiday experience without travelling too far? Well, now you can because Ashford Castle has been listed as one of the 25 best travel experiences in the world. The luxury resort in Cong in Co. Mayo was included amongst the Chad Clark Certified 25, a list of travel experience …

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Pursuing a Career in Wine? This Opening at Ashford Castle is the Dream Job

If you’re passionate about wine and committed to pursue a career in the industry, here’s a life-changing opportunity: multi award-winning Ashford Castle is looking for a Junior Sommelier. The luxurious 5 star hotel is known for its enviable cellars and world class food offer so the right candidate will not only have the opportunity to …

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The Luxurious Ashford Castle Appoints a New Director of Operations

Ashford Castle has announced the appointment of Mr. Alan Valley as Director of Operations at the luxurious property. Alan joins the team of 350 staff at Ashford Castle, where their reputation for impeccable service means “no request is too large, no detail too small.” Speaking about his appointment, he said, “Ashford Castle is internationally regarded …

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Three Irish Hotels Named Among World’s Best for 2017

Two Irish hotels have been named in a new “World’s Best 100 Hotels” list, as part of Travel and Leisure’s 2017 World’s Best Awards. The list features everything from exclusive safari lodges and urban sanctuaries to family-friendly beach resorts. Voted by readers of the magazine, the list features two Irish hotels. Ballyfin Hotel in Laois came in …

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The Luxurious Ashford Castle Wins Big at Irish Tatler Spa Awards

The Spa at Ashford Castle has further cemented its reputation as one of Ireland’s most luxurious destinations after picking up two awards at the 2017 Irish Tatler Spa Awards. Michelle Ryan, Spa Manager at Ashford Castle, collected the coveted titles of Best in Service and Overall Connacht Spa of the Year on behalf of the …

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A Dash of Posh: Here are Some of the Most Luxurious Cocktails to Sip in Ireland

A Dash of Posh: Here are Some of the Most Luxurious Cocktails to Sip in Ireland

The art of crafting luxury goes beyond the simple skill of assembling expensive raw materials. Just as a diamond in the rough yearns for a experienced hand that turns it into a true jewel, a fine spirit will long for a sorcerer worthy or turning it into a potion of real magic and as such, it …

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The Ganache on the Cake for Ashford Castle – Young Chef to Compete for the Junior Chocolate Master Crown

Following Ashford Castle’s Executive Pastry Chef Paula Stakelum taking the Valrhona Patisserie Championship 2017 title, the prestigious pastry kitchen is sending yet another gifted chef to compete with the best. The Cacao Barry Junior Chocolate Master competition will gather some of the UK and Ireland’s top young pastry stars together for a chocolate showdown. Rachel …

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