I was a good student always. I studied like mad. Every night of my life I would study for four hours at home, says Francis Brennan

Sean O’Riordan Next year, for the first time, the Port of Cork will welcome cruise liners all year round, with a record 107 ships booked, some of which will dock at a new terminal which will be opened at Marino Point, near Cobh.

Tomorrow's Late Late Show lineup includes The Script's Danny O'Donoghue, Mark Sheehan and Glen Power to discuss a turbulent year, their upcoming album and the secret to their longevity in the music industry.

DO YOU keep your jam in the fridge? This is important stuff. When I found out my wife’s family kept their jam in the fridge, I lost all respect for them.

Take a peek at some of the slate here.

From the Taj Mahal to Tahilla, Francis Brennan’s TV Grand Tours have always ended at this Ring of Kerry retreat, says Tommy Barker.

Des O'Driscoll has you covered on what to watch this week.

Expansive Waterfall home was built in the 1970s for a family whose children have now grown, and flown says Tommy Barker.

Kerry's famous Bat Family will also be in the studio for a very special performance of their latest viral video, the Triangle Dance - Kerry Shtyle.

We've got loads of tips from Sonya Lennon, Rick O'Shea, Neven Maguire, Francis Brennan, Derval O'Rourke and Jen Rock.

Ladies and gentleman, Ireland’s Cute Cúig

John and Francis Brennan are “thrilled” at taking the title of Ireland’s best hotel restaurant.

Two TV shows, a five star hotel and a new book – just how, asks Carolyn Moore, does Francis Brennan do it?

Esther N McCarthy gets a front-row seat in tonight’s episode of ‘Ros na Rún’. She talks to some of its key players.

Audrey has been sorting out Cork people for ages.

Celebrity hoteliers John and Francis Brennan come to the rescue of Ireland’s first purpose-built dementia community.

David Walliams will also recive the ‘Bord Gáis Energy International Recognition Award on the night.

Des O’Driscoll shares his highlights for the week ahead

SATURDAY

Des O’Driscoll highlights what is not to be missed this week on the box. 

Transport and Tourism Minister Shane Ross conceded he will return to Dublin with a better understanding of rural Ireland after a whirlwind “two-day” tour of Kerry — with Michael Healy-Rae escorting him.

Television personality and hotelier Francis Brennan has given up complete control of his luxury five-star Park Hotel in Co Kerry.

Musgrave Retail Partners have given quite the Christmas present to Cork Penny Dinners.

Rose Martin looks at design news, colour ideas, and delicious new bed linen from a national treasure.

They may have been bitter political rivals, but the late Charlie Haughey has unwittingly done Des O’Malley a favour — by helping the former Progressive Democrat leader save a few euro on his tax bill.

Or is this the return of Bratavio?

Well, that sorts out the poem ban then.

At Your Service star Francis Brennan talks to Deirdre Reynolds about his new product range for Dunnes Stores that has been a long time coming

Gay Byrne presents a documentary on the Catholic Church in Ireland, Last Orders With Gay Byrne, at 9.35pm, RTÉ One on Tuesday.

Mrs Brown’s Boys gets a one-off live special tonight at 9.20pm on RTE One.

Francis Brennan’s Grand Indian Tour begins tomorrow on RTÉ One.

OTELIER Francis Brennan is a natural storyteller.