Deal of the week

WILL YOU BE A WINNER AS ARDILAUN TURNS 50?

The Ardilaun Hotel in Galway celebrates its 50th birthday. Throughout the year there will be a different promotion every month, with one lucky person in with a chance of winning the ultimate prize to the value of €5,000, but also special stay deals. Details on www.theardilaunhotel.ie

HILTON OFFERS WARM WELCOME WITH 20% OFF

Hilton Worldwide is offering up to 20% off its best available rates if booked 21 days in advance, and prices start at €82 per room per night. Guests can choose from over 240 properties around the world. For further information, or to avail of this offer, log on to www.hilton.com

SPARKLING BAGGAGE DEAL FROM EITHAD

Etihad Airways (www.etihad.com), has increased baggage allowances for all Pearl Business class and Diamond First Class travellers, with allowances of between 40 and 50 kg respectively. It’s an interesting change in tack from most other airlines. Etihad fly to world-wide destinations ex-Dublin.

BEACH OF AN IDEA TO TEMPT HOLIDAYMAKERS

Joe Walsh Tours has just announced sun holiday specials which include Easter breaks to the Lisbon Coast and summer holidays in Dubrovnik. Portugal is on offer from €575 including tax for seven nights on the Lisbon Coast on Ap 9, May 24, Jun 21 and Aug 2. See www.joewalshtours.ie or 01-2410800.

STENA EXTENDS EARLY BOOKING OFFER

Stena Line has extended its early booking offer for its Haven self-catering breaks. Customers now have until Mar 31 to book and save up to €480 by sailing from Dublin or Rosslare to Holyhead or Fishguard. Call 01-2047733, click on www.stenaline.ie/selfcatering or visit any travel agent.