Sail away to France

BRITTANY Ferries commence the 2009 holiday season with departures from Ringaskiddy in Cork on April 4, running up to October 31.

The company continues to offer the fastest direct ferry crossing from Ireland to France, taking just 14 hours and operating on a weekend schedule with the ultra-modern ship, Pont-Aven.

Those booking Brittany Ferries own package holidays (ferry and accommodation) before March 31 can save up to 15% on travel and 10% on all cottages, gites, villas, apartments and chalet camping rentals, including during school holidays.