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WITH KEVIN FLANAGAN Explore Dubai with Emirates
Our friends at Emirates have safely restarted operations to more than 120 destinations and currently operate five passenger flights weekly from Dublin to Dubai. From July 19th, holidaymakers from Ireland can once again look forward to exploring Dubai and its many attractions. Dubai offers a variety of world-class travel experiences and is one of the world’s first cities to obtain a Safe Travels stamp from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC). And that’s not all; until September 30th, all customers can get even more out of their stay in
Dubai with the My Emirates Pass. By simply showing their Emirates boarding pass at any of the more than 450 participating locations, visitors from Ireland can enjoy Dubai for less at some of the city’s best restaurants, world-class theme parks, spas and adventure outings. With so much on offer, and with return Economy Class fares from Dublin to Dubai starting from €525, I would suggest that now is a great time to book a 2021 getaway with Emirates. Visit emirates.com
Enchanted Trail at Lough Eske Resort A new magical outdoor attraction at the 5-Star Lough Erne Resort in Co Fermanagh is sure to entice and delight the whole family, as they set off on a quest to free a princess with the help of a mischievous fairy, Twinkle the Fairy, and the wise woodland animals. The Enchanted Trail adventure begins at Princess Erin’s Welcome Centre, where young explorers receive a beautifully illustrated trail guide and puzzle book. The trail leads to clues and puzzles at various locations in woodlands, with elevated views over both Lough Erne and Castle Hume Lough. A 1.5 mile journey in wonder and escapism, the Enchanted Trail is perfectly designed to keep even little feet running all the way. Admission prices are just £16 per family. The resort also has other outdoor
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Gap of Dunloe activities to look forward to including lakeside yoga, standup paddleboarding, water bike, walking tours, archery and more. Visit lougherneresort.com
‘Raising the Bar in Cork’ The Montenotte Hotel, will soon be revealing its latest addition, a brand-new rooftop bar and terrace named ‘The Glasshouse’. Opening in time for the August Bank Holiday weekend, with an investment in the region of €1 million, guests can enjoy a range of exclusive botanical signature cocktails, specially crafted by The Montenotte Hotel’s awardwinning mixologists, and take in uninterrupted views of Cork City. To experience The Glasshouse, the hotel has also introduced a new limited edition ‘Sunset Breakaway Package’. From €295
per stay, the package includes onenight B&B for two adults, with a reserved table at The Glasshouse on arrival, where guests will enjoy ‘The Royale Rose’, one of the new elegant signature cocktails, as well as a two-course lunch at the Panorama Bistro. Visit themontenottehotel.com
Clodagh Dooley’s Pick of the Week: Gleneagle Hotel Last weekend, myself and my boyfriend Mark took a muchneeded break away to Killarney, Co Kerry. We stayed in the Gleneagle Hotel, ideally located near Killarney National Park and the town. Although the weather wasn’t
on our side, we still had a nice time, relaxing in the hotel’s pool and jacuzzi, dining in the hotel’s Backstage Bar and OD’s Restaurant, and visiting the beautiful glacial valley of the Gap of Dunloe. We also ventured into Killarney Town for a few drinks in one of my favourite pubs, JM Reidys, which has a large outdoor dining area, filled with traditional shop fronts. If you’re visiting Killarney soon, the Gleneagle Hotel and Apartments is a great place to base yourself and a perfect choice for a family break, with a swimming pool, kids’ club and entertainment options (the Gleneagle is home to the INEC arena). Gleneagle also recently announced the addition of Hotel67, two new quirky guestrooms which were created from a wing of old guestrooms that had lain idle for decades. Visit gleneaglehotel.com