Tourism News

New row over Giant's Causeway
A new row has erupted over the plans to build a visitors centre at the Giant's Causeway. Sinn Fein has claimed there was "irregular behaviour" by the Planning Service during a meeting of Moyle Council.
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West Coast - the new hotspot for surfers
Surfers from all over the world are descending on Ireland to surf 60ft waves off the Sligo, Clare and Donegal coasts, creating a 'socio-economic boost' to the west coast.
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Green Fáilte Awards 2007
Businesses in the hospitality sector across Kerry, Clare and Limerick are set to have their efforts to protect the environment recognised officially at the Green Fáilte Awards 2007
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Travel News

Aer Lingus seeks redundancies at Shannon
Management at Aer Lingus are looking for 51 voluntary redundancies as part of plans to eliminate its services from Heathrow in January.
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BMIbaby introduces new flight from Knock Airport
BMIbaby announced a new route from West Airport Knock to Glasgow International Airport. The new service will commence on 12th February 2008, three times a week.
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New Flights from Cork - Plymouth
Air Southwest is launching a brand new route from Cork to Plymouth in the heart of Devon and increasing flights to Newquay in Cornwall in South West England. Flights will commence from April 2008 and run four days a week.
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Ryanair - New Flights
Ryanair announces new routes from Cork and Dublin. They include Dublin to Brest,Rodez and Cork to Carcassonne.
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Aer Lingus opens Belfast Hub
Aer Lingus has opening its controversial new base at Belfast International Airport. The facility is the former national airline's first base outside the Republic. The decision to open the hub caused widespread controversy earlier this year when Aer Lingus confirmed that it would be scrapping services from Shannon to Heathrow as part of the move.
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Government promises €2.7bn for transport
The Finance Minister, Brian Cowen announced €2.7bn for investment in rail, bus and ports.
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Christmas Park and Ride Services For Galway City
Services are operating between Ballybrit Racecourse and Galway city until Christmas Eve.
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Santa spotted on NORAD satellite systems
Santa was spotted on NORAD's satellite systems, proving a devastating blow to all the sceptics out there. NORAD have their own website dedicated to tracking Mr Claus and his devoted team. You can follow his progress on Christmas Eve by visiting NORAD's website:
Track Santa

Message from us

Calendar 2008
If you know of any events, festivals or activities taking place in your area, why not tell us about it and we will mention it in our Calendar.
Events Calendar 2008

Merry Christmas
Finally, we would like to thank all our customers for their continued support.
Wishing you all a happy & peaceful Christmas and a prosperous New Year.

It's ok to say "No": How many of us tie ourselves in knots trying to please everyone? Keep realistic goals and don't take too much on. If you find yourself in a muddle, then delegate. Don't be afraid to admit that you are finding hard to cope and ask family members to help.

Recipe

Terrine of Vanilla Ice-Cream with Meringue and Cranberry Sauce

Meringue

125ml (1/4 pt) port

Serves 6

Directions
Pre-heat oven to Gas Mark 1/2 , 100°C (225°F). Line baking sheet with non-stick paper. Whisk the egg whites until stiff, add half the sugar, slowly whisking until completely dissolved, then lightly fold in the remaining sugar with a metal spoon. Pipe or spoon the mixture into small circular shapes and bake in oven for approximately 1½ hours to dry without colouring. Cool and store, until required, in an airtight container.

Make up Cranberry Sauce: Combine cranberries, sugar and water and simmer until the berries are just soft, set aside to cool.

To Assemble the Terrine: Line a loaf tin with overlapping cling film. Break up the meringues and fill the bottom of the tin. Add half of the ice-cream, then spread two tablespoons of cranberry sauce on top. Cover with remaining ice-cream. Close with overlapping clingfilm and freeze.

To Serve: Turn the terrine onto a serving plate, remove cling film. Slice and serve with remaining cranberry sauce, which has been heated up with the port.

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Poem

A Song Was Heard At Christmas

A song was heard at Christmas
To wake the midnight sky:
A saviour's birth, and peace on earth,
And praise to God on high.
The angels sang at Christmas
With all the hosts above,
And still we sing the newborn King
His glory and his love.

(Written by Timothy Dudley-Smith)

Final Thought

Remember, if Christmas isn't found in your heart, you won't find it under a tree.
Charlotte Carpenter

Síocháin na Nollag inár measc

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