GrabOne Deals

€149 for 3D Semi-Permanent Eyebrows, €250 to incl. Semi-Permanent Eyeliner on Upper or Lower Lids or €299 for All 3 (value up to €700)

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Open up those beautiful eyes.
€149 for 3D Semi-permanent lashes at Escapes Spa at Absolute Hotel Limerick.
€250 to include upper or lower lid eyeliner or €299 to include upper and lower lid eyeliner.
Lasts three to five years.
Perfect for light or thinning brows.

I like to think I'm pretty handy with a make-up brush, but try as I might I can never perfect the sleek and sculpted eyebrows sported by the likes of Nicole Scherzinger and Kim Kardashian. At least not without a little expert help.

Pay just €149 for 3D semi-permanent lashes at Escapes Spa at Absolute Hotel Limerick (usually €350).
€250 to include upper or lower lid eyeliner (usually €500).
Or €299 to include upper and lower lid eyeliner (usually €700).

Located at Absolute Hotel Limerick, Escape Spa is a modern and stylish salon offering the very latest in spa and beauty treatments.

3D brows is one of the latest beauty trends to sweep the county, promising to deliver fuller more defined brows. The 3D hair stroke technique helps to define brows without compromising the natural look of your brows.

With today's deal you can also opt to wave goodbye to hours spent messing about with tricky eyeliner by investing in semi-permanent liner for your upper or lower lid (or both).

So grab a coupon and save yourself hours in front of the mirror trying to frame those beautiful eyes.

€39 for a 1-Hour Consultation for Virtual Hypnotic Gastric Band - Choice of 20 Locations (value €100)

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Don't let your weight weigh you down.
for a one-hour consultation for virtual hypnotic gastric band with Irish Hypnosis.
Choice of 20 locations. including, Dublin, Limerick, Galway and more.
Mini hypnosis session and personal programme tailoring.
Access to private clients area on website.

The no carb diet, the cabbage soup diet and the water and maple syrup diet; I've tried them all. And while I dropped a few pounds, the weight I lost, always seemed to find me again.

Shift the weight for good and pay €39 for a one-hour consultation for virtual hypnotic gastric band with Irish Hypnosis. Not bad when you consider the treatment normally costs €100.

Today's deal includes:

An assessment of your current weight status
A personal programme tailored especially for you
An explanation of how hypnosis and a mini hypnosis session
Access to private clients area on Irish Hypnosis' private clients site

With 20 locations nationwide there's bound to be a location to suit you.

Unlike diets that focus on depriving your body of certain food groups, hypnosis works by changing your brain's attitude towards food and exercise.

So you've tried all the fad diets and celebrity exercise DVD's and the only thing that's getting skinnier is your bank balance, it might be time to give hypnosis a try.

Fun-Filled Family Escape to Tipperary: €349 for 5-Night Self-Catering Family Lodge or €399 to incl. 2 Green Fees & 30-Minute Spa Treatment (value up to €975)

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

The perfect family holiday - it does exist!
€349 for a five-night self-catering stay in a two-bedroom family lodge at Ballykisteen Hotel and Golf Resort.
Or €399 for the same stay, including two green fees and one 30-minute spa treatment.
Free kids' club for children aged between 3 and 11.
Includes full access to hotel's leisure centre and swimming pool.
Valid Sunday-Thursday inclusive: arrive on Sunday, leave on Friday.

Think back to those family holidays tainted by roaring and shouting, tears, tantrums, cars filled to the brim with animosity and a thick air of tension. And... expel those memories! Now! Because the fun-filled adventure I have in mind today is exactly the opposite...

Grabbies, let me introduce you to the perfect family break, guaranteed to keep every member of the family as happy as Larry:

Pay €349 for a five-night self-catering stay in a two-bedroom family lodge at Ballykisteen Hotel and Golf Resort (value €895)
Or pay €399 for the same stay, including two green fees and one 30-minute spa treatment (value €975)

I know what you're thinking - what makes this the perfect family destination? Well...

The hotel has a free kids' club for children aged between 3 and 11, with morning (10.30am-12pm) and evening (6-9pm) sessions running midweek. So the kids will have the chance to make friends and take part in fun activities (sports, arts and crafts, movies and more), as you relax and unwind.

Speaking of unwinding, grab our second option and Dad will be treated to two green fees to play on the hotel's spectaular championship course while Mum indulges in a thirty-minute treatment at the hotel's sublime Serenity Day Spa: choose a back massage, tension massage, foot and leg massage or facial massage.

The icing on the cake is Ballykisteen's location. In the heart of Tipperary (by the Limerick junction), it's only 15 miles from the iconic Rock of Cashel, near Bunratty Castle and Folk Park and a stone's throw from the Tipperary Racecourse.

Grab a coupon and discover total family holiday perfection.

€7 for Board/Boat & Wetsuit Hire or from €9 for a Surfing or Kayaking Lesson (value up to €160)

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Tired of surfing the internet?
From €9 for surfing or kayaking from Achill Surf and Kayak.
Or €7 per person for a board/boat and wetsuit hire, including 10-minute land lesson
Choose from lessons for one to eight people.
Each lesson will last for two and a half hours.
Lessons taking place at 10.15am and 2.15pm.

I spend most of the god-darned day surfing the internet. While chatting to mates might provide some light entertainment (my mates are no fun), it's about time that I escaped the desk that inhabits most of my day. It's time to enjoy a great day out and get out into the waves.

Surf up a storm and try something new with Achill Surf and Kayak, Mayo:

€9 for surfing or kayaking lesson for one person, normally €20.
€17 for surfing or kayaking lesson for two people, normally €40.
€24 for surfing or kayaking lesson for three people, normally €60.
€32 for surfing or kayaking lesson for four people, normally €80.
€38 for surfing or kayaking lesson for five people, normally €100.
€49 for surfing or kayaking lesson for eight people, normally €160.

Or €7 per person for a board/boat and wetsuit hire including 10-minute land lesson, normally €15.

Whether you’re young or old, experienced or not – you’ll have some great fun in the water at Achill Surf School.

You won't need to worry about a think as the surfing school will provide wetsuits, surf boards and refreshments (tea, coffee and juice) – all you have to bring is a packed lunch.

The lessons take place at 10.15am and 2.15pm, seven days a week (until 31st of August and weekends in September).

The surfing or kayak sessions last for two and a half hours in the morning and afternoon, alternating between both. Check out their website here and Facebook here.

Perhaps the notion of a lesson are beyond you, well then why not go for the board/boat amd wet suit hire. This even includes a ten-minute introduction land lesson but after that you're free to do what you please. It'll be up to you to surf the waves yourself after that.

Lessons are available for individuals and groups from 10 years upwards.

Parent & Child Painting Classes: €12 for 1 Class or €19 for 2 Classes (value up to €50)

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

I hear your kitchen wall gallery is keen to source a new masterpiece.
€12 for one parent and child painting class with professional artist Paul Weerasekera.
Or €19 for two classes.
Spend some quality time with your little one.
Encourage their creativity and artistic flair.
Choose their favourite superhero or toy to immortalise in paint.

My mother still has one entire kitchen wall dedicated to my back catalogue of glittery pasta collages and unwittingly modernist smudges. I'm 26.

She says the gift of art is one of the true joys of childhood, and she's right. Share it with your own mini Monet or pint-sized Picasso: grab a parent and child painting class with professional artist Paul Weerasekera:

Pay €12 for one class (value €25)
Or pay €19 for two classes (value €50)

Paul Weerasekera, a professional artist with an infectious passion for fine art, is providing the perfect chance for you and your child to harness your creativity and enjoy a fabulous experience together. Having held exhibitions in the Adare Heritage Centre and Jim Municipal Museum amongst other nearby spots, he's become a local hero on the Irish art scene.

Your two-hour parent and child class will be full to the brim of good, messy fun! You'll be supplied with paint, large drawing paper, easels, brushes and rollers. All the tools needed to let your artistic flair flourish.

Your little one can bring their favorite toy or book, so they can learn how to paint a character they love. How about a portrait of Spiderman, Peppa Pig or Harry Potter?

Classes are small and friendly, and beginners are very welcome. Grab a coupon, and plan a memorable day with that little artist that guarantees a mini masterpiece.

Escape to the Shannon Region: €99 for 2-Night Stay for 2 incl. 2-Course Oriental Meal with Drinks, Breakfast & Late Check Out (value €198)

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Escape to the rich heritage of the Shannon...
Grab a two-night stay for you and a friend at the Shannon Court Hotel for just €99.
The deal includes a two-course oriental meal with soft drinks in the Rising Dragon Restaurant.
You'll also get breakfast and late check out until 3pm.
Take a trip to the nearby Cliffs of Moher and Bunratty Castle and Folk Park.
Just a five minute drive from Shannon International Airport.

There's nothing I look forward to more than a short trip away to break up the boredom of the working week. The best part is that these escapes require no saving, barely any packing and just a short car ride south.

Enjoy a two-night escape for you and a friend to the Shannon Court Hotel. You'll also get a two-course oriental meal with soft drinks, breakfast and late check out included in the special price of €99. Make a fantastic saving on 50% on a deal usually valued at €198.

The Shannon Court Hotel, for those of us who don't know, is located in the town of Ballycasey, not far from the river Shannon estuary. In other words, it's just five short minutes from Shannon International airport and a stone's throw from some of Ireland's most famous attractions.

You won't even need to leave the hotel for dinner, there's a two-course meal included complete with soft drinks. You'll be tasting the fruits of the Orient in the hotel's Rising Dragon Restaurant.

Make sure to put aside some time for exploring the hotel's surroundings. Nearby you'll find the Cliffs of Moher and the Ailwee Caves. You can also check out the Craggaunowen folk park and Bunratty Castle. Read more about the local attractions here.

Go on, grab a hassle-free break away.

€14 for a Tour of The Ring of Kerry from Corcoran Tours (value up to €28)

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Explore the Kingdom.
€14 for a tour of the Ring of Kerry with Corcoran Tours.
Take in stunning scenery and breath-taking views.
An air-conditioned coach with a friendly and knowledgeable guide.
Runs from 10.30am until 5pm with plenty of stops along the way and time for lunch too.

When you hear of rings and kingdoms, you may imagine being off on adventures with Frodo and Bilbo but with today's deal you won't need to venture so far to get a piece of magical adventure. Get yourself ready, we're off to the Kingdom!

Pay just €14 for a tour of The Ring of Kerry with Corcoran Tours, giving you an out of this world saving on a deal that would normally set you back €28.

Departing from Killarney, this day long tour takes in the stunning scenery of fabulous Kerry. Take in such sights as Caragh Lake, Cahirciveen and Valentia Island. Moving on you'll experience lovely Waterville and the coast, driving through Derrynane, the hometown of Daniel O'Connell - 'The Liberator'.

The breath-taking scenery doesn't end there, you'll also visit Sneem (make sure to grab some of their famous black pudding!), Moll's Gap, Ladies View and finally the Lakes of Killarney. There will be plenty of stops along the way, and time to enjoy some lunch too.

Corcoran Tours not only offer great tours of Kerry, they also offer wonderfully friendly and knowledgeable staff and unrivalled comfort. Each of their coaches is air-conditioned to ensure you are comfortable and fresh throughout the tour.

Today's deal is a fantastic way to explore the Kingdom of Kerry, taking in some of Ireland's most beautiful scenery with the guidance of a friendly and knowledgeable guide. Grab it now, and get yourself to the Kingdom!

€18 for 75 Minutes of Reflexology & Reiki Therapy with Consultation (value up to €60)

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Banish those blues with an uplifting treatment.
€18 for 75 minutes of reflexology and reiki therapy with consultation at Grace and Beauty Therapies.
Reiki will target specific problem areas and boost your immune system and energy levels.
Receive treatment from a CIBTAC and CIDESCO qualified therapist.

This time of year can be a stressful time for the best of us. It's all those days and nights working, worrying and wondering what you are doing with yourself. You can kick that feeling all very easily with today's uplifting deal.

€18 for 75 minutes of reflexology and reiki therapy with consultation at Grace and Beauty Therapies. Not bad for a relaxing treatment that would normally cost you €60.

You'll be lavished with a reflexology treatment, aiming to aid any pain or stress. Then, as a form of complimentary therapy, Reiki involves hand positions on specific areas of your body, which have been identified as key energy lines or chakras.

During your hour long treatment, your therapist will use Reiki to treat physical or emotional complaints, freeing up blocked energies, thereby allowing healing to take place. Reiki has been known to help boost your immune system as well as increasing your energy levels and general well-being.

During the consultation, you will be asked question about your diet, lifestyle and leisure activities and then given advice on diet, nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, help with stress and anxiety and much more.

Where better to re-energise the mind, body and soul than in a 180 year old cottage in the heart of the Tipperary. This cottage is the perfect place for peace and healing.

€149 for an Online FETAC Level 5 Minor Award in Communications (value €299)

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

An essential workplace skill.
€149 for an online FETAC Level 5 Minor Award in Communications.
Acts as a standalone award.
Or an exemption towards over 20 FETAC Level 5 modules such as childcare, youthwork, media production, tourism, sports and recreation and more.
Expand your knowledge and impress future employers.

If you're in between jobs and looking to upskill, a FETAC Level 5 course is a great way to get your foot on the career ladder. Today's deal not only gives you a standalone FETAC Level 5 minor award but also acts an exemption towards over 20 Level 5 courses such as childcare, healthcare, youthwork, tourism, make-up artistry, media production, hotel and catering and more.

€149 (normally €299) for an online FETAC Level 5 Minor Award in Communications with Chevron Training.

This is an online course which means you can learn at your own pace from the comfort of your own home. You'll be given all the information to download as you go along and you'll be set tasks to put the knowledge to the test.

Course Objectives:

Acquire communication skills necessary for personal and professional development
Understand the principles of communication
Develop skills to convey and interpret communicative messages in writing, orally and visually
Understand the role of technology in modern communication and its application in personal and vocational life.

Course Syllabus:

Communications theory
The importance of effective communication skills
Listening behaviours
Communication techniques for personal and professional scenarios
Effective participation in formal meetings
Efficient reading practices
Media communication
Non Verbal communication techniques
Body Language
The role of perception in the communication process
Visual aids as a communicative device
Communication and Information Technology
Relevant legislation e.g. Freedom of Information Act

Grab a coupon now and give your CV a boost.

Premium Escape to Spectacular Sligo: 1-Night (€99) or 2-Night (€175) Stay for 2 incl. Glass of Prosecco on Arrival, Homemade Cakes, Breakfast in Bed & Late Check Out (value up to €333)

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Do you believe in ghosts?
€99 for a one-night stay for two at Markree Castle, Sligo.
Or €175 for a two-night stay.
Both include a glass of prosecco each on arrival, tea or coffee with homemade cakes on one afternoon, breakfast in bed on one morning and late check out.
Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to stay in an authentic, characterful castle.
Available Sunday-Thursday.

Proud and tall, behind impeccably-manicured lawns and vibrant blooms lies a magestic château, bursting with charm and character, its friendly facade inviting all in the land to lay foot inside the door. But be careful where you tread, Grabbies, everyone knows old castles have deep, dark secrets...

Discover the enchantment of magical Markree Castle, today's Premium destination:

Pay €99 for a one-night stay for two including glass of prosecco each on arrival, tea or coffee with homemade cakes on one afternoon, breakfast in bed and late check out (value €203)
Or pay €175 for the same deal but a two-night stay, with breakfast in bed on one of the mornings (value €333)

An authentic castle, boasting the charm and magic of original features, a stay at Markree is a true once-in-a-lifetime experience. Owned by the Cooper family for 370 years, its spirit has been kept alive by fond affection and the best care and restoration.

One of the finest country house hotels in Ireland, set in a secluded 500 acre estate, it combines luxury with a colourful and enchanting history. Step back in time as you walk its elegant halls, soaking up the heritage and old-world grandeur of your truly Premium surroundings.

Spend one of your afternoons relaxing and reclining as you're served a decadent treat of tea or coffee with homemade cakes. Just right for taking in Markree's magic and opulence.

If you're lucky, you'll awake peacefully to the serenity of a picturesque land that inspired none other than great poet and playwright W.B. Yeats. If you're unlucky, you'll be disturbed by the distant cries of former guest Johnny Cash, who legend has it couldn't bear to leave, so still walks those lofty halls...

City Escape to Kilkenny: €99 for a 2-Night Stay for 2 People incl. Breakfast at The Kilford Arms Hotel (value up to €198)

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Kick back in Kilkenny.
€99 for a two-night stay for two including full Irish breakfast at The Kilford Arms.
City centre hotel, minutes from local attractions and amenities.
Soak up history and the arts.
Check out O’Faolain’s 'super-pub'.
Valid from Sunday to Friday.

Did you know that in 2009 Kilkenny celebrated its 400th year since the granting of city status? That makes it 404 years since its potential to be a major spot was recognised - it's about time you checked it out for yourself.

With a rich heritage grounded in the arts, sport and history, Kilkenny is the perfect spot for a couple of days away from home. Grab today's deal and pay €99 for a two-night stay for two including full Irish breakfast at The Kilford Arms (value up to €198).

Kilkenny has long been considered one of Ireland’s liveliest and most beautiful cities. Boasting a buzzing atmosphere and an abundance of shops, bars, restaurants and museums as well as sites of geographic and historic significance, there really is something for everyone.

The Kilford Arms is the ideal base for your exploration of the local area. Located in the city centre, just a stone's throw from the rail and bus station and within walking distance of all the major sights and attractions, you couldn't make a better choice.

You won't even need to step outside if it's entertainment you're looking for - the Kilford Arms Hotel incorporates PVS Bar, which hosts live bands three nights a week and offers delicious bar food, as well as the famous architecturally-stunning O’Faolain’s 'super-pub', built over three levels around the ruins of a 16th-century church - a real must-see.

If you fancy a sit-down dinner rather than grabbing something at the bar, there's the hotel's traditional and chic White Oak Restaurant, offering the best of local produce served in relaxed yet formal surroundings.

With free parking available for guests, there really is no excuse not to grab a coupon now and throw your glad-rags in the car, ready for a break offering the best of relaxation, food and culture combined.

€14 for Family Pass to Buttercup Farm (value €28)

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Get your family moo-ving; we've got a great day out planned for you.
€14 for a family pass to Buttercup Farm, Croom.
Make some new animal friends.
Let the little ones' imaginations run wild in the play area.
Bring a picnic or indulge in some tasty treats in the tea rooms.

Did you know that cows have best friends? It's true! They even get stressed when they're apart. Quite possibly the cutest fact I've learned this week. Find out more about our animal friends and their adorable little ways at Buttercup Farm.

€14 (normally €28) for a family pass (covers four people, one must be an adult) to Buttercup Farm.

Buttercup Farm is a family-run business in Croom, County Limerick. It's the perfect spot for a family day out.

Wander the tree trails and paddocks, relax in the sun at the picnic tables, indulge in some tasty farmhouse produce and refreshments in the quaint tea rooms and let the children burn off energy in the playground.

The highlight of a visit to this wonderful farm is, of course, the animals! You'll see goats, lambs, bunnies, cows (chilling with their best friends), chickens, dogs, cats, deer, peacocks, horses and more.

The farm is open to the public on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 1pm until 6pm.

€35 for Holiday Waxing Package, €55 to incl. Pedicure or Manicure, €69 for Both plus Eye Combo (value up to €71)

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Your summer starts here.
€35 for a holiday waxing package at EscapeSpa, Limerick Strand Hotel.
€55 to include a pedicure or manicure or €69 to include pedicure or manicure and eye tint and shape combo.
Finalist in World Spa Awards 2013.
Ideally located in the Limerick Strand Hotel in the city centre.

The summer means fun. The summer means beauty. The summer means stripping off. But it really means having fun, looking great and feeling sexy in our own skin.

Get ready for summer at Escape Spa at Limerick Strand Hotel:

€35 for a holiday waxing package (includes underarm, standard bikini and half leg wax), normally €71.
€55 for a holiday waxing package and pedicure or manicure, normally €110.
€69 for a holiday waxing package, pedicure or manicure and eye tint and shape combo, normally €141.

Finalists in the World Spa Awards 2013 Escape Spa offer the ultimate in luxury pampering.

With today's first option you can treat yourself to a waxing package that includes underarm, standard bikini and half leg wax. This really is the perfect way to prepare for that upcoming holiday or even for that day at the beach.

Or opt for our second option and really indulge yourself by adding a pedicure or manicure to the holiday waxing package. The last option goes one further and adds a tempting eye tint and shape combo that includes an eyebrow wax, tint and eyelash tint.

Kick off your summer in tip top condition, only at Escape Spa at Limerick Strand Hotel.

Wash, Cut & Blow Dry with Colour: €35 for Full Colour, €39 for Half Head of Highlights or €59 for Full Head of Highlights (value up to €120)

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

We're all for cutting corners... until it comes to cutting hair.
€35 for wash, cut and blow dry with full colour at Clippers Hair & Beauty.
Or €39 for wash, cut and blow dry with half head highlights.
Or €59 for wash,cut and blow dry with full head highlights.
Located in Mungret village.

We reckon we've tried every trick in the book when it comes to handy home beauty secrets - we regularly apply lashings of yoghurt head to toe - but when it comes to taking care of our lovely locks, we always call in the pros.

Put your crowning glory in the hands of the experts (a much safer place), by grabbing a treat for your tresses at Clippers Hair & Beauty:

Pay €35 for wash, cut and blow dry with full colour (value €70).
Or pay €39 for wash, cut,and blow dry with half head highlights (value €80).
Or pay €59 for wash, cut and blow dry with full head highlights (value €120).

The stylists at Clippers are seasoned pros when it comes to transforming tired locks and watching glossy, glamorous goddesses emerge from their salon. You'll be treated to vibrant colour tones, a lathering of shampoo, a sharp snip and that all-important bouncy blow dry.

So in the name of avoiding another home-cut hair horror, grab a coupon today.

€7 for 2 Hours' Play & Bowling at the New Monkey Paradise Play Centre at Bowling Buddies, or €7 for Game of Bowling for 2 People, or €8 for Entry for 2 Children (value up to €16)

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Introduce your little monkeys to a brand new paradise.
€7 for two hours' play at Monkey Paradise and one game of bowling for one child.
Or €7 for one game of bowling for two people.
Or €8 for two hours' play at Monkey Paradise for two children.
Brand new exciting childrens' play experience.
Ten-lane state-of-the-art bowling centre.

There's only so long our playful little monkeys can amuse themselves swinging around the same old branches. So we've come uncovered a tree-rific new paradise just waiting to be explored!

Grab a trip to Bowling Buddies, Tralee:

Pay €7 for two hours' play at Monkey Paradise and one game of bowling for one child (value €15)
Or pay €7 for one game of bowling for two people (value €14)
Or pay €8 for two hours' play at Monkey Paradise for two children (value €16)

Crammed full of entertainment for all ages, Bowling Buddies is the perfect spot to enjoy a fun day with the family or an evening with your buddies.

Its brand new Monkey Paradise play centre boasts everything your little chimp will need for a thrilling couple of hours of play. Climbing and adventuring, with new bright and colourful slides, obstacles, tunnels and games serving up endless fun.

If you've grabbed our first option, once those little ones are ready to swing back down to ground level, a game of bowling is on the agenda, with bowling slides available to help the littlest of monkeys aim right on target.

With our second option, there's no monkey business involved. Because it's you versus your friend, the ten-pin challenge, and everyone knows the loser buys dinner. Luckily there's a cool retro diner at Bowling Buddies to pop into to collect your tasty prize.

With an amusement arcade too, with a fun bungee run and bucking bronco, we guarantee you'll be bowled over. Grab a coupon now and strike it lucky!

Escape to Lovely Laois: €42 for a 1-Night Stay for 2 with Glass of Wine on Arrival, Late Check Out, 10% off All Meals & 50% off Spa Package (value up to €109)

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Be at the centre of the action with a relaxing break in the heart of Co. Laois.
€42 for a one-night stay for two people at the Maldron Hotel in Portlaoise.
Includes glass of wine on arrival, late 1pm check out and 10% off all meals during your stay.
50% off the 'Head to Toe Muscle Delight' treatment at hotel's Body and Soul Therapy Rooms.
Facilities including gym, sauna, jacuzzi, steam room and 20-metre pool.
Valid in June, July and October.

We like being in the centre of things, right there in the middle of all the fun at parties. We love to go to the heart of all the action, which is why today's deal sends you off on a luxury break right into the centre of Ireland - to County Laois.

For €42 you and someone special can enjoy a relaxing overnight break in the Maldron Hotel in Portlaoise with a glass of wine each upon arrival and a late check out at 1pm.

You'll also get 10% off all meals in the Stir Restaurant (from á la carte menu), and 50% off the 'Head to Toe Muscle Delight' treatment at hotel's Body and Soul Therapy Rooms.

One of the best ranked hotels in Laois on TripAdvisor, the Maldron Hotel in Portlaoise offers both luxurious and friendly accommodation to all its guests.Chill out in your cosy and spacious room, unwind in the hotel's leisure centre, relax in the Jacuzzi, let off steam with a visit to the sauna or a dip in the 20-metre swimming pool.

And there's a luxurious treat for GrabOne customers: you'll be able to make your stay extra special, with 50% off the 'Head to Toe Muscle Delight' treatment at the hotel's Body and Soul Therapy Rooms.

So for just €40 per person (usually €80 each), you'll be indulged with an Indian head massage using hot aroma oils to massage the head, neck and shoulders (a specialised massage technique to ease away tired and worn out souls and minds) as well as a foot mask followed by heated booties to top it all off... bliss!

Food wise, your GrabOne coupon gets you 10% off the cost of breakfast, lunch and dinner in Stir Restaurant when ordering off the á la carte menu.

There's plenty to see and do such as the nearby Rock Of Dunamaise (pictured above) the monastic round towers at Timahoe, the Japanese Gardens and Kildare Stud Farm and shopping in nearby Laois Shopping Centre or Kildare Village Shopping Outlet.

€20 for a €40 Chinese Food & Drink Voucher to Spend at Chung's Cuisine

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Chow down on some Chinese.
Get a €40 voucher for Chung's Cuisine Chinese in Castletroy, Limerick for just €20.
Feel free to spend your voucher on food and drink.
Authentic Chinese cuisine in the heart of Limerick.

Chinese food is the most popular food in the world. Now, that might be down to the fact that it's the most heavily populated country, however I think it's because it just tastes so darn good!

Pay €20 for a €40 voucher for Chung's Cuisine Chinese in Castletroy, Limerick. You're making a (very obvious, but great) saving of 50%.

I'm sure it won't be the first time you've tasted some authentic Chinese cuisine, and it certainly won't be your last. Take a friend along to Chung's for a sultry, spicy meal that will have you coming back for more.

Choose whatever tickles your fancy off the extensive menu. You can even use your voucher to buy some drinks to wash it all back. The choices are endless!

This voucher cannot be used to take away food so grab a coupon, your glad rags and relax in the comfortable and cosy settings of Chung's restaurant.

€89 for 1-Day Professional Cookery Course at Dunbrody Cookery School (value €175)

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Indulge your passion for the finer things in life this summer.
€89 for a one-day professional cookery course at Dunbrody Cookery School.
An exciting arrange of classes to choose from including BBQ & Al Fresco summer cooking, seafood and shellfish, great family food, divine desserts and crusty breads.
Be inspired by the luxurious surroundings of the Dunbrody Country House Hotel.
Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel for a special discounted rate.

We love providing you with unique opportunities to experience something truly special. It's wonderful to look back on a particular event and think to yourself "I actually did that". That's why we're taking you to the stunning south east to soak up the verdant beauty of Dunbrody Country House while learning how to create magic in the kitchen.

€89 for a one-day cookery course at Dunbrody Cookery School, located in Dunbrody Country House Hotel, Arthurstown, Co. Wexford (usual price €175).

Dunbrody Country House, enjoying a premier location on Hook Penninsula, is the perfect place to find culinary inspiration. The hotel is owned by Kevin and Catherine Dundon and it reflects their passion for excellence in all areas, including their famous cookery school.

Classes are designed to the highest specification by celebrity masterchef Kevin Dundon and taught by the school's expert chef Edward Hayden. With excellent reviews by the likes of Olive and Food and Wine; Dunbrody Cookery School is the perfect spot for you to develop your culinary skills. Your GrabOne coupon will get you a place on any of the following courses (book early as places are limited):

BBQ and Grill
Summer Entertaining
Seafood and Shellfish
Light Lunches and Al Fresco Dining
Easy Entertaining
Great Family Food
Divine Desserts and Crusty Breads
Vegetarian Cuisine
Fusion Cuisine
Food with Flair

The school fuses demonstration with hands-on individual tuition, revealing the secrets of producing fine food using quality Irish ingredients. You'll have the chance to render your enthusiasm and love for food into real skills at home in your own kitchen, delighting family and friends alike.

If you're really keen to immerse yourself in the world of culinary arts, you can purchase two coupons and use it for one of the weekend cookery courses, or you can put two coupons towards the five-day course (the difference is made payable to the hotel).

Should you wish to make the most of your experience, then you should take advantage of the special discounted accommodation rates with today's premium deal: From €75 pps bed and breakfast midweek and from €95 pps on weekends - subject to availability.

The Georgian country house hotel retains its original 1830s Irish oak floors and boasts high ceilings, glittering chandeliers, wide picture windows and cosy turf fires as well as modern essentials such as Wi-Fi, Bose DVD/CD players, a champagne bar, outdoor terrace and spa.

A memorable experience paired with luxury? Well, we know you deserve it.

Blessington Lakes Luxury: €69 for 1-Night or €125 for a 2-Night Midweek Stay for 2, incl. Breakfast, Upgrade to a Deluxe Suite, Late Check Out & €20 Dinner or Golf Credit (value up to €243)

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A picturesque escape in a fairytale location.
€69 for a one-night stay or €125 for a two-night stay for two at Tulfarris Hotel and Golf Resort.
Includes breakfast, €20 credit to use towards golf or dinner and a late check out.
Hire a boat on Blessington Lake. Soak up the culture of Russborough House. Get back to nature among the many walking trails.
Valid Sunday to Thursday inclusive.

Summertime and the living is easy. Especially if you treat yourself and a loved one to today's escape and whisk yourselves off to the breathtaking beauty of Blessington Lakes, wrapping yourself up in the comfort and luxury of Tulfarris Hotel and Golf Resort.

€69 (normally up to €144) for a one-night or €125 (normally up to €243) for a two-night midweek stay for two, includes breakfast, upgrade to a deluxe room, a late check out and €20 credit to use towards dinner or a round of golf.

Tulfarris's location on the shores of the beautiful Blessington Lakes against the backdrop of the impressive Wicklow mountains is the perfect setting to soothe the soul and inspire. What more, it's only an hour's drive from Dublin city.

The hotel is suitably opulent but the vibe is laidback and welcoming. You'll be made to feel right at home in an airy and bright deluxe suite with private balconies overlooking the championship golf course.

If the view is too tempting and you're itching to get on the golf course then use your €20 credit against a round of golf. Set over three peninsulas, this is a course that you'll enjoy not only for the challenge but also for the stunning surroundings.

Alternatively you can choose to use your €20 credit against dinner in the Lime Tree Restaurant. The lovingly assembled menu features creative dishes and a strong focus on locally sourced produce.

You'll find beautiful walking trails along the hotel's 200 acres of woodlands as well as Glendalough, Japanese Gardens, Sally and Wicklow Gaps all within a short distance of the hotel.

It really is a dream location in a hotel that knows how to look after each and every guest.

€30 for Pass for Family of 5 to Fossett's Circus & Entry to Bunratty Castle & Folk Park this Weekend, June 15 or 16 (value up to €55)

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Just like a trapeze artist, we've swooped in to save your family's weekend.
€30 for a pass for a family of five to Fossett's Circus and entry to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park this weekend, June 15 or 16.
Valid for either of the Saturday or Sunday shows at 5pm.
Circus acts from across the globe at Ireland's most famous circus.
Free rides on Victorian carousels, swing boats and more in Bunratty Castle and Folk Park.

Just when you thought you'd be sitting in with the kids this weekend, trying to entertain them with shadow puppets...

Pay just €30 for a family pass (two adults and three children) to Fossett's Circus and entry to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park this weekend June 15 or 16 (usually priced at €55).

Fossett's Circus is the hallmark of circus entertainment, having entertained crowds of awestruck children since 1888. Today, the circus has survived the invasion of glitzy cinemas and fan-dangled internet entertainment, retaining the ability to wow and inspire all ages.

Grab a coupon now and excited faces can look forward to performers from across the globe including a Russian bar act, Romanian springboard, American jugglers and trapeze artists, Chinese contortionists and French aerialists.

This weekend's event is organised by Shannon Heritage and you can read more about the event here.

Grab a coupon and book in today to attend either their Saturday or Sunday shows at 5pm. You'll also get entry to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park which, along with its usual attractions such as farm animals and 19th-century village recreations, will also play host to free rides on Victorian carousels, swing boats and more.

Just when you thought this weekend was going to be a wash out eh?

€10 for 2 Pairs of Ladies' Shoes Reheeled (value €24)

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Good news for your dancing shoes.
€10 for two pairs of ladies' shoes reheeled at Hangers.
Valid in four locations - Crescent Shopping Centre, Mount Kennet Place, Racefield Dooradoyle and Thomas Street.
Prolong the lifespan of your shoes.

You've got sweet, sweet moves but when you bust a move, you want to bust a move and not your back. Keep your feet firmly on the ground with today's deal.

€10 for two pairs of ladies' shoes reheeled at Hangers, Limerick. Choose from four locations: Crescent Shopping Centre, Mount Kennet Place, Racefield Dooradoyle and Thomas Street.

Whether it's your most comfortable pair of dancing shoes, your Zara slingbacks or your sexy Louboutins, Hangers will be able to reheel them without causing any damage to your precious foot thrones.

Once that's taken care of you'll be free to focus on breaking hearts with your moves instead of bones with your shoes.

Grab a coupon now unless you have your very own elves at home who'd be happy to do the job for you instead.

Luxury Escape to Leitrim incl. Breakfast & Late Check Out: €59 for a 1-Night Stay for 2 with Bottle of Wine or €99 for a 2-Night Stay for 2 with €25 Dining Credit & €20 Spa Credit (value up to €278)

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

It's time to take a break.
€59 for an overnight stay for two at the Lough Allen Hotel and Spa
One-night stay includes breakfast, a bottle of house wine when dining in the Rushes Restaurant and late check out.
Or pay €99 for a two-night stay for two including breakfast, €25 credit for the Rushes Restaurant, €20 spa credit for the Oshadi Spa and late check out.
Located on the shores of Lough Allen - perfect for a romantic break for two.
Access to leisure club with gym, pool and sauna.

Nestle yourself on the shores of Lough Allen for a chance to really relax and unwind. Take some time off and immerse yourself in the luscious countryside of Leitrim. Choose between two irresistible deals...

Pay €59 for an overnight stay for two in the Lough Allen Hotel, Co. Leitrim. Your stay includes breakfast, a complimentary bottle of wine when dining in-house and late check out (value €159).
Or pay €99 for a two-night stay for two including breakfast, €25 dining credit for Rushes Restaurant, €20 spa credit for the Oshadi Spa and late check out (value €278).

The Lough Allen Hotel of international allure combines with the stunning Leitrim countryside to offer the ideal destination for a romantic short break. Located just 14km away is the town of Carrick on Shannon and you're only a stone's throw away from the village of Drumshanbo.

It's up to you how you choose to spend your stay; pop into Sligo or Enniskillen for a spot of shopping, take a leisurely stroll around the many beautiful lakes in Leitrim or visit the breathtaking Glencar Waterfall.

You'll have access to the hotel's leisure club complete with gym, pool and sauna. Take advantage of your one-night stay with a complimentary bottle of wine when dining in the Rushes Restaurant

If you stay for two nights you will receive €20 spa credit which can be used on any treatment over €60 at the hotel's luxurious Oshadi Spa so you can take the opportunity to treat yourself to some serious pampering. And you'll also receive a €25 restaurant voucher to be used when dining in the hotel's Rushes Restaurant.

So grab today's deal and treat yourself to a luxurious break in Leitrim.

€99 for a 20-Minute or €179 for a 45-Minute Ferrari 360 Driving Experience - Choice of 3 Locations (value up to €379)

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Looking for a perfect present for the petrol-head in your life?
Pay just €99 for a 20-minute drive of a Ferrari 360.
Or €179 to really live the Ferrari dream with a 45-minute drive.
Available at three locations in Dublin, Cork and Galway.
Take the chance to enjoy a Ferrari from the best seat in the house.

Growing up every child has posters on their wall of the bright young things of the moment. In my case that was Sarah Michelle Gellar (Buffy the Vampire Slayer) and a Ferrari 360. Now we don't have any deals including Buffy, but we do have deals that will put you in leather driver's seat of a Ferrari 360. You've got three choices:

€99 to drive a Ferrari 360 on public roads for 20-minutes, Dublin (normally €200).
€179 to drive a Ferrari 360 on public roads for 45-minutes, Dublin (normally €379).
€99 to drive a Ferrari 360 on public roads for 20-minutes, Cork (normally €200).
€179 to drive a Ferrari 360 on public roads for 45-minutes, Cork (normally €379).
€99 to drive a Ferrari 360 on public roads for 20-minutes, Galway (normally €200).
€99 to drive a Ferrari 360 on public roads for 45-minutes, Galway (normally €200).

You'll be given every opportunity to properly drive the car so you can enjoy the handling of a proper sports car and take on the iconic Ferrari throttle.

This amazing car has an exhilarating 6000 RPM acceleration with Formula 1 racing gear change paddles which will make your experience intense and unforgettable. An observer is with you on your drive to offer you speed and safety guidance - includes comprehensive insurance.

The Dublin location begins at The Spa Hotel, Lucan. The Cork starting location is The Silver Springs Hotel. The Galway location begins at the Oranmore Hotel.

€70 for a Premium Half-Day Spa Experience at Cloisters Spa, Muckross Park Hotel (value €140)

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Invest in the proper art of relaxation.
€70 for a premium half-day spa experience.
In the fabulously incarnate surrounds of Cloisters Spa, Muckross Park Hotel.
Winner of the World Luxury Spa Awards 2011.
Mellow out in the Vitality and Thermal Suite.
Revel in the pleasure of a full-body exfoliation and massage.

Today's premium experience is all about reconnecting to the soul. Embark on a luxurious journey to balance your senses and spirit, leaving your worries behind as you melt into a blissful state of utter relaxation.

€70 (normally €140) for a half-day premium spa experience for one at Cloisters Spa, Muckross Park Hotel. This blissful package includes the following:

Full use of Vitality and Thermal Suite
Full-body lemongrass exfoliation
Full-body massage
Juices and fruit kebabs in the relaxation room

At Cloisters Spa, peace and tranquillity is their speciality. A variety of classical and holistic treatments are on offer here, each one designed to nurture mind and body; penetrating to almost spiritual levels.

You'll begin your journey in the Vitality and Thermal Suite. Breathe in the aromatic essences of the herbal sauna to awaken your senses. Feel a rush of pure invigoration in the ice fountain. Drift off to paradise under the tropical showers. Float in the vitality pool. And recline in the plush thermal loungers.

This will all be followed by a full-body lemongrass exfoliation to polish your skin smooth. Then you'll be delightfully uncoiled with a deep-reaching full-body massage that promises to knead away even the tightest of knots.

Don't worry, your time here isn't up just yet. You'll have some time to wind down in the relaxation room, taking in vistas of the spa's enchanting gardens while indulging in juices and fruit kebabs.

Take a deep breath, hit the buy button and treat yourself to the bounties of this 2011 World Luxury Spa Award winner. We think you thoroughly deserve it.