Winter wonders: Where to find the best festive experiences this Christmas

Once upon a time, Santa was a quick visit in a department store, at the end of a day of shopping. How times have changed. From Beyond to Winterval, Ciara McDonnell and Vickie Maye round up the best festive experiences. 

BEYOND, FOTA ISLAND RESORT

Five years ago, soon after Fota Island Resort had been sold, a filed-away idea for a Christmas experience came to the new owners’ attention.