Golden Ireland

19/06/2024

Dreaming of a summer escape? Don't fancy airport chaos, long queues or stress of any kind! With warm weather on the horizon, there's no better place than Ireland to relax and discover new destinations or rediscover old haunts!
Why not check out our newly updated Special Offers page for some inspiration!
https://www.goldenireland.ie/over55s-special-offers/

17/06/2024

Welcome to Enniscrone, a charming seaside village on the beautiful Wild Atlantic Way! If you're looking for the perfect getaway, look no further than the Diamond Coast Hotel.

Situated just a stone's throw away from the stunning Enniscrone beach, the Diamond Coast Hotel offers luxurious accommodation, delicious dining options, and a range of activities to suit every taste. Whether you're looking to relax and unwind, explore the picturesque coastal walks, or tee off from the championship golf course, there's something for everyone at the Diamond Coast Hotel.

For those who love to indulge in a bit of retail therapy, Enniscrone village is just a short stroll away, with a range of shops and charming cafes to explore. And for those who enjoy a bit of history and culture, the nearby Enniscrone Castle and the historic Killala Round Tower are must-see attractions.

But the real highlight of any visit to Enniscrone is the stunning beach, with its golden sands and crystal-clear waters. Whether you're looking to take a leisurely stroll along the shore, soak up the sun on a beach lounger, or try your hand at some water sports, the beach at Enniscrone is the perfect place to unwind and relax.

So why not treat yourself to a well-deserved break at the Diamond Coast Hotel? With its unbeatable location, luxurious amenities, and warm Irish hospitality, it's the perfect destination for a memorable holiday experience.

Book your stay today and discover the magic of Enniscrone and the Diamond Coast!

Visit https://www.diamondcoast.ie/active-retired-breaks.html and book today!
The Diamond Coast Hotel Enniscrone Choosesligo Enniscrone Beach

16/06/2024

To all our wonderful Dads and Grandads out there! Thank you, and Happy Father's Day!
Lá na nAithreacha sona duit!

11/06/2024

Oh, I do like to be beside the sea! This week's ezine rounds up the best seaside hotels offering Actively Retired breaks! Pack the beach towel and the flip-flops and get ready for a beach side break: https://share.sender.net/campaigns/82Vw/oh-i-do-like-to-be-beside-the-seaside
The Diamond Coast Hotel Enniscrone Great Northern Hotel Armada Spanish Point Inishowen Gateway Hotel, Buncrana, County Donegal Di**le Skellig Hotel

10/06/2024

This Sunday, 16th June is Father's Day. Forget the socks, chocolates and mugs, why not treat him to a trip away with a Golden Ireland Gift Voucher which he can use in any Golden Ireland participating hotel or on a Group Tour. Vouchers can be sent instantly by email or by post:
https://vouchers.goldenireland.ie

07/06/2024

A Trip to Tipp - enjoy a slower pace of life.. Read our Guide on Places to Visit and Where to Stay in the Premier County!
https://www.goldenireland.ie/guide-to-tipperary/

04/06/2024

"I remember that Summer in Dublin....🎼..make some memories this summer and enjoy an overnight B&B stay in the 4 star Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge from just €94.50 pps per night: https://secure.goldenireland.ie/convert/site/Clayton%20Hotel%20Ballsbridge[wsJsZoGCLg62hr_WrMSMy8CMHg19x2Rp0oVuZ7l5Kb8]/en/results.php?start=2024-06-30&nights=2¤cy=EUR&resultViewType=mda&viewtype=rateroom&partya=2

29/05/2024

Carrowmore Megalithic Tombs is one of the many highlights of our upcoming Sligo Heritage Tour, 26th - 29th August. It is the oldest and the densest concentration of Neolithic tombs in Ireland. The site is located near Sligo town on the Cúil Íorra Peninsula, at the heart of Neolithic north-west Ireland. Remains of over 35 passage tombs are found here, constructed almost 6,000 years ago. Visitors on last year's tour really loved this experience and the fantastic guided tour provided: https://www.goldenireland.ie/sligo-heritage-tour-26th-29th-august-2024/

24/05/2024

Emotional Chocolate Brownies
It was the title that got us! Chocolate and Emotion - we can relate! After a long week, this might be something to rustle up in the kitchen this weekend - comfort food at its best. Thanks to Irish Chef, Daniel Lambert Daniel Lambert for this great recipe!

23/05/2024

Killarney is a wonderful destination to visit at any time of year and even more so when the sun is shining! Why not come to see us here in the Kingdom and stay in the newly refurbished three-star Hotel Killarney which is only one mile from Killarney town centre! B&B rates from €80pps: https://www.goldenireland.ie/hotel/hotel-killarney/

20/05/2024

We are delighted to announce the winner of our recent competition from the beautiful Kilronan Castle Estate & Spa! Congratulations to Brenda Bergin from Co Waterford who wins an amazing two night Golden Years Package which includes: Two Nights accommodation in one of Ireland’s most Luxurious Castles with full Irish Breakfast each morning, Traditional Afternoon Tea for Two on a day of choice and A delightful Five-course dinner served in the fine dining A A Rosette Douglas Hyde Restaurant. Congratulations Brenda, and have a wonderful time!
For more, see https://www.goldenireland.ie/hotel/kilronan-castle-estate-spa/

16/05/2024

Tomorrow is the last day to enter our fantastic giveaway from the beautiful Kilronan Castle Estate & Spa. For an absolute treat, you could be the lucky winner of a two-night Active Retirement Break! 💚
This generous prize includes:

-Two Nights accommodation in one of Ireland’s most Luxurious Castles with full Irish Breakfast each morning.

– Traditional Afternoon Tea for Two on a day of your choice.

– A delightful Five-course dinner served in the fine dining A A Rosette Douglas Hyde Restaurant on the evening of your choice.

So hurry - if you haven't already entered. Competition details below:

To celebrate becoming a member of Golden Ireland, Kilronan Castle Estate & Spa is giving one lucky winner the chance to win a two-night Golden Years Package. This generous prize includes: -Two Nights accommodation in one of Ireland's most Luxurious Castles with full Irish Breakfast each morning. - T...

13/05/2024

One of our favourite hotels in the Sunny South East is the Ferrycarrig Hotel in Wexford. Boasting one of the most inspiring locations of any hotel in Ireland, it is nestled right on the banks of the Slaney River. The hotel has fantastic two and three-night packages to include dinner, making it the perfect destination to explore Wexford, or to just enjoy the tranquillity of this gorgeous hotel. Solo-friendly rates are also available: https://www.goldenireland.ie/hotel/ferrycarrig-hotel/
Ferrycarrig Hotel Visit Wexford

10/05/2024

Celebrating 10 Years of the Wild Atlantic Way! Check out our latest ezine with Golden Year's offers from every county along the world famous route: https://share.sender.net/campaigns/7Pp5/celebrating-10-years-of-the-wild-atlantic-way-
Wild Atlantic Way

09/05/2024

Only a few spots remain on our Wonders of West Cork Tour which takes place from the 17th - 20th June. Highlights of this great tour include visits to Bantry House & Gardens, Garnish Island, Michael Collins House and a guided tour of Charles Fort. With Clonakilty Park Hotel as your base, you will be well looked after and will enjoy a fun-filled tour with something for everyone. Note: All single availability is now booked out. Just a few double/twin rooms remaining but HURRY!
https://www.goldenireland.ie/wonders-of-west-cork-tour/
Bantry House and Garden Heritage Ireland

08/05/2024

Competition Time and what an amazing prize we have to give away, thanks to the beautiful Kilronan Castle Estate & Spa.
To celebrate becoming a member of Golden Ireland, Kilronan Castle Estate & Spa is giving one lucky winner the chance to win a two-night Golden Years Package.
This generous prize includes:

-Two Nights accommodation in one of Ireland’s most Luxurious Castles with full Irish Breakfast each morning.

– Traditional Afternoon Tea for Two on a day of your choice.

– A delightful Five-course dinner served in the fine dining A A Rosette Douglas Hyde Restaurant on the evening of your choice.

Wow!
For more details, see: https://www.goldenireland.ie/kilronan-castle-estate-spa-competition/

07/05/2024

Don't forget that the annual Bealtaine Festival is well underway with a wide variety of events taking place across Ireland. You can catch the full programme here:https://bealtaine.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Bealtaine-2024-Programme-1.pdf
Bealtaine Festival

03/05/2024

New Member Alert!
We are delighted to welcome the beautiful Lough Rynn Castle Estate & Gardens in lovely Leitrim.
As one of Ireland's top luxury Castle hotels, experience old-world elegance mixed seamlessly with unimaginable modern hotel luxury! For Golden Year's guests enjoy two nights of complete bliss with breakfast each morning, dinner in the award-winning Sandstone Restaurant and Afternoon Tea in the Drawing Room! €265.00 per person sharing.

T: +353 71 9632700, E: [email protected]
https://www.goldenireland.ie/hotel/lough-rynn-castle-estate-and-gardens/
Lough Rynn Castle Leitrim Tourism

30/04/2024

Something to look forward to this summer as we head North West to explore the beautiful counties of Sligo, Donegal and Fermanagh. With the four-star Sligo Park Hotel as the perfect base, this is an action-packed tour which explores the magnificent scenery and rich culture of this beautiful part of Ireland.

Make memories that will last a lifetime at sights such as Mullaghmore, Tullynally Castle, Lissadell House, Drumcliffe, Belleek Pottery, Donegal Castle and Carrowmore Megalithic Tombs ...we've selected the very best for you to enjoy in this beautiful part of Ireland: https://www.goldenireland.ie/sligo-heritage-tour-26th-29th-august-2024/
Sligo Park Hotel Tullynally Castle & Gardens Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery Drumcliffe Church, Sligo Go Visit Donegal Donegal Castle Sligo Tourism Belleek Pottery Lissadell House

26/04/2024

King John's Castle in Limerick City is our first stop on our upcoming Clare Tour with Golden Ireland. Located at the heart of Limerick’s medieval quarter, this is one of Limerick’s most iconic landmarks! King John's Castle brings to life over 800 years of dramatic local history: https://www.goldenireland.ie/experience/king-johns-castle/
Not to be missed!

Limerick.ie King John's Castle

24/04/2024

It’s no wonder that West Cork is called ‘A Place Apart’. Nature sets the pace in this beautiful southwest corner of Ireland – stretching from Kinsale to three rugged westerly peninsulas reaching into the wild Atlantic. Golden Ireland is delighted to present our Wonders of West Cork Tour in June 2024. With the Clonakilty Park Hotel as our ideal base, join us for three days of magnificent sightseeing and cultural highlights such as Bantry House, Garnish Island, Michael Collins House, Charles Fort, Kinsale and a Walking Tour of Cork City: https://www.goldenireland.ie/wonders-of-west-cork-tour/

For further information or to make a booking, please telephone Geraldine: 00 353 (0)64 6630267 or

Email: [email protected]

Pure Cork Clonakilty Park Hotel Wild Atlantic Way Michael Collins House Bantry House and Garden
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23/04/2024

We stumbled across this and rather liked it!

Every heart sings a song, incomplete, until another heart whispers back. Those who wish to sing always find a song. At the touch of a lover, everyone becomes...

22/04/2024

Sunshine in the Kingdom at last! We've enjoyed three magical sun-soaked days in Killarney - here's to many more...☀️
Killarney.ie

18/04/2024

Have you been to Lough Gur in County Limerick? Only a short 20 minute drive from Limerick City, Lough Gur is a hidden gem situated in the quaint countryside in South East Limerick. It is home to Ireland’s oldest and largest stone circle, Limerick’s only natural lake of significance, 2,000 historic monuments and landscapes that have inspired acclaimed Royal Hibernian artists, and a pretty thatched visitor centre overlooking the lake: https://www.goldenireland.ie/experience/lough-gur-visitor-centre-and-lakeshore-park/
Limerick.ie Lough Gur

12/04/2024

This week's ezine is out now - full of great Spring offers! https://share.sender.net/campaigns/7Ebe/escape-this-spring-with-the-best-getaway-offers-

10/04/2024

Golden Ireland is delighted to welcome a new member on board - The Heritage, Co Laois. Located in the heart of Ireland's Ancient East, The Heritage is a luxurious 4-star resort with stunning bedrooms with views over the Seve Ballesteros designed 18 hole golf course, dining experience at Seven Bar and Blake’s Restaurant as well as one of the largest spas in Ireland with 14 treatment rooms, ESPA premium spa products and expansive Spa Experience thermal area with heated and cooling therapies, Salt Cave and rustic Sauna cabin as well as outdoor hydrotherapy pool. Time for a bit of TLC we're thinking! https://www.goldenireland.ie/hotel/the-heritage/
The Heritage Ireland's Ancient East

03/04/2024

We are very excited to bring you details of our upcoming tour to Clare & The Aran Islands, 28th April - 1st May. There is still some limited availability but hurry! Don't miss the boat! https://www.goldenireland.ie/clare-and-the-aran-islands-tour/
Doolin Ferry Co Falls Hotel & Spa Visit Clare King John's Castle Cliffs of Moher Experience

28/03/2024

27/03/2024

Check out this week's ezine with some last-minute Easter special offers!
https://share.sender.net/campaigns/7xWp/last-minute-easter-breaks
Oranmore Lodge Hotel Falls Hotel & Spa Lough Rea Hotel & Spa Woodenbridge Hotel & Lodge, Wicklow

25/03/2024

Last chance to book our Magical Killarney Tour, 7th - 10th April.. Enjoy a post-Easter break to one of the most beautiful parts of Ireland and enjoy good company, culture, and amazing scenery with plenty of stories along the way..https://www.goldenireland.ie/magical-killarney-tour-7th-10th-april-2024/