GrabOne Deals

Family Escape to Dingle: €99 for a 2-Night Stay in a Family Room (2 Adults & 2 Children) incl. Breakfast at the Smerwick Harbour Hotel (value up to €210)

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

We think children lead easy lives, but between the stresses of the sandpit and the strains of the see-saw, they're in need of a holiday too!

Grab the kids and escape to delightful Dingle: pay €99 for a two-night stay with breakfast included in the family room of the Smerwick Harbour Hotel which comfortably sleeps two adults and two children (normal value €210).

Nestled between the rugged Kerry coastline and the cliffs of Dingle, the three-star Smerwick Harbour Hotel is an ideal spot for a few days away with the family. The hotel's located just 5km from Dingle town on the Slea Head route of the Ring of Kerry and is close to the beach, Ballyferriter village and the Dingle Peninsula.

Visit Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium or take a boat trip to see Funghi, the world's friendliest dolphin. The hotel offers discounts on some of the area's most popular local tourist attractions so just ask at reception for information.

You can take at trip to the fishing town of Dingle to grab a bite to eat or if you want to stay closer to home the hotel's restaurant offers a selection of delicious cuisine and fine wines to satisfy the most discerning of palates.

And if you have a larger family you can bring an extra child for just €30 per stay (two nights bed and breakfast when sharing family room with two adults and two children). Grab today's deal and discover the delights of Dingle.

€10 for a €20 Antiques & Vintage Clothing Voucher to Spend at Linen & Ware... Vintage Too, Greystones

Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Sick of walking round town bumping into people in the same outfit. The curse of the high street has us all in the same attire. Stand out from the crowd with today's retro deal!

Pay just €10 for a €20 voucher for Linen and Ware... Vintage Too in Greystones. Choose from the large selection of vintage and antique goods on display in this retro store.

The choice is yours in this vintage heaven. You'll find one-of-a-kind pieces among their selection of retro dresses, fur stoles, jackets, hats and headpieces.

Take a look at the jewellery selection including brooches, necklaces, delicate clip-on earrings dating from the 1920s to the 1980s. You'll even find some classy headpieces for formal wear or even brides-to-be.

The large selection of items on show is constantly updated thanks to owner Sandra, who manages to salvage these vintage pieces. Each item tends to be a one-off - accessories and gifts range from €25 to €150, vintage and retro dresses range from €55 to €150.

Gift wrapping is included in the price of each item and you can also pick up exclusive retro greeting cards, designed for the shop, in store.

Grab a voucher and take a trip to Greystones where you're sure to find something to suit you. Get there by train (last stop on the south side DART line) or car (take the Greystones exit off the N11).

Camping Escape in Killarney: €25 for 3-Day Tent Pitch (€45 for 5-Day) or €45 for 3-Day Caravan/Motor Home Pitch (€75 for 5-Day) (value up to €130)

Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

When it comes to finding somewhere serene to soak up all these rays we've been promised this summer, we're heading straight for the Kingdom for a healthy supply of lovely lakes, the highest mountains in Ireland and lots more besides.

Explore all that the Kingdom of Kerry has to offer with one of the following deals from Beechgrove Park, Killarney:

Pay €25 for a three-night pitch for tent and car (value €45)
Pay €45 for a five-night pitch for tent and car (value €75)
Pay €45 for a three-night pitch for caravan or motor home (value €78)
Or pay €75 for a five-night pitch for caravan or motor home (value €130)

Beechgrove Park is located just a short ten-minute drive from the charming town of Killarney, making it a wonderful base from which to visit the Gap of Dunloe, the Lakes of Killarney or take a day trip to Tralee or Dingle. And if you need to research any of the local attractions, the Park provides free Wi-Fi to all their guests.

Set in a tranquil and secure wooded area, the Park plays host to a playground and games area for the kids as well as a BBQ area. And there's a bus stop located at the entrance to bring you to and from Killarney town.

The perfect spot to pitch your tent, caravan or motor home, electrical hook-up facilities and other amenities are available. Check out all the details here.

Grab a coupon and let's kick back in the Kingdom.

€5 for Day Entry into Trabolgan Holiday Village (value €10)

Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Treating the kids can be stressful at the best of times. Why not bring them along to Trabolgan Holiday Village where their world of fun will be explored to the fullest. Make it a day-trip to remember with this great GrabOne deal.

Hurry up and grab passes for just €5 per person entry to Trabolgan Holiday Village. Normally valued at €10 per person. You can grab up to ten for you and ten as gifts, so the whole gang will be covered.

This is the perfect opportunity to entertain the kids and all their friends for an amount that won't break the bank.

This pass lets you gain access to the Trabolgan Holiday Village during day visitor hours on days outlined and includes the following:

A choice of one of the following - Indoor Subtropical Pool Paradise or one Go Kart Session or Par 3 Golf.
Indoor and Outdoor Children’s Play Areas.
Live Entertainment Shows or meet and greets with TV hit characters incl. Fireman Sam, Barney the Dinosaur, Bob the Builder and Angelina Ballerina (see website for exact dates and shows as they vary per day).
Parking and access to a host of bars, restaurants, shops and amusement arcade.

The passes will be available on the following dates only: May 25 - Jun 6 and Jun 15 - 20. There is also a whole host of activities including a bird of prey educational centre, Go Karts, combat laser, zip wire and a range of beauty treatments all at an additional cost. Activities are subject to availability and pre-booking is required for certain activities.

€29 for a 6" Wedding Cake, €150 for 100 Wedding Cupcakes or €110 for Mini Cupcake Reception for 150 people (value up to €300)

Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

There are three things people remember about weddings; how happy the couple looked, how good the music was and most importantly, how delicious the food was. Grab today's deal and your wedding will be remembered for all the right reasons.

Pay €29 for a six inch wedding cake from Goodness Cakes (usually €65).
€150 for 100 wedding cupcakes (usually €300).
Or €110 for a mini cupcake reception (bite size) for 150 people (usually €225).
Or pay €6 for six regular cupcakes (usually €13.50).

Cupcakes from Goodness Cakes are free from artificial preservatives, flavouring and colours; from fresh vanilla and real strawberries to crushed Belgian chocolate and natural zest you'll be able to taste the difference from the very first bite.

If you opt for the six inch wedding cake you can choose from sponge or chocolate biscuit cake.The cake will be covered in fondant with a ribbon around the cake and board to match your wedding colours (wedding toppers not included).

While the cupcakes come in a selection of tasty sponge flavours (choose up to four flavours) and you can even choose from a range of coloured cases to match your colour scheme.

The cupcakes will be decorated with a pretty design (simple sugar blossom, daisy, rose or sugar pearls) in any colour you like.

If it was me, I'd grab all three options and make sure my wedding was remembered for all the right reasons.

Of course you don't have to fork out for a fancy wedding to get your hands on some delicious cupcakes, just grab our fourth option and you can munch down on a tasty selection of six cupcakes.

Indulge in Offaly: €149 for a 1-Night Spa Break for 2 incl. Light Lunch & Continental Breakfast at Clara House Spa (value up to €299)

Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Some people love jam-packed, adrenaline-fuelled holidays. The sort of break you come back from more tired than when you left. Not me though, when I treat myself to a getaway it has to be somewhere I can really relax and unwind.

For just €149 treat yourself and someone special to a one-night spa break with lunch and breakfast included at Clara House Spa (value €299).

When it comes to relaxing and unwinding in style you won't find anywhere that fits the bill better than this 18th-century Georgian residence. With deer and horses lazily grazing the surrounding estate it is a haven of tranquillity in the Offaly countryside.

Today's deal includes an overnight stay for two people in one of Clara House Spa's comfortable two-bedroom apartments as well as a luxurious half-day spa package.

Melt away the stresses and strains of your everyday life with a relaxing back massage followed by a re-vitalising mini facial. And after your treatments make full use of the Thermal suite including sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and foot baths, before enjoying a delicious light lunch (soup and sandwich or cold meat salad).

And the following morning you can tuck into a tasty continental breakfast before setting off home, a whole lot more relaxed than when you arrived.

€15 for Cheese Board & Crackers with Bottle of Wine at The Horse & Hound, Delgany (value €30)

Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

You can try and be all down with the kids and head down to your local wearing a pair of Dr. Martens whilst carrying your Walkman ('cos that's what the young ones are into these days, aren't they?). Or you could just accept the fact that you're older and wiser now and can appreciate the finer things in life.

Pay just €15 for a cheese board with crackers along with a bottle of wine to be enjoyed in the lovely surroundings of the Horse and Hound in Delgany (value €30).

Arriving on our shores from the heady wine fields of Chile, both Neftali wine options offer both a refreshing and a relaxing treat for the palate.

Opt for the Sauvignon Blanc (the white, for those who don't speak French) and you can sip on a crisp mix of citrus melon and tropical fruits with subtle hints of grapefruit, soft fruits and herbs.

If you want to indulge your darker side, choose the red wine instead - Neftali's Cabernet Sauvignon, which boasts red berries, capsicum aromas and a delightful palate full of red fruits.

So if sophistication is what you're after, pick up today's deal and book yourself in for an evening filled with fine wine, lovely cheeses and a great atmosphere in the Horse and Hound.

Escape to Donegal: 1-Night (€55), 2-Night (€99) or 3-Night (€139) Stay for 2 People incl. Breakfast & Round of Golf (value up to €360)

Mon, 20 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

There's nothing like a few evenings spent in the rolling countryside to bring us back to our roots. The Gathering has me feeling all patriotic and this is one deal I won't be missing. Explore the far corners of our fair isle with an escape to the Inishowen Peninsula...

Pay €55 for a one-night stay for two people at the Inishowen Gateway Hotel in Co. Donegal. If one night isn't enough pay €99 for two nights, or €139 for three nights. This adventure would usually cost up to €360.

The Inishowen Gateway Hotel in Donegal is beautifully and conveniently nestled on the Inishowen peninsula, North East Donegal. This is truely an area of outstanding natural beauty and a hidden treasure in the North's stunning landscape.

There's no end of things to do in this hikers haven. Take your walking boots along if you feel like exploring the many stone ruins dotted around the peninsula. The rugged landscape is surrounded by rough seas, the perfect setting for an adventure.

You can tee-off in the local golf course compliments of the hotel. Take on the nine holes while enjoying the surrounding scenery. Minutes away from the hotel is Ireland's blue flag Lisfannon beach, perfect for an evening stroll.

You'll have full use of the hotel's leisure facilities and if you feel like treating yourself to some pampering then get 30% off the Seagrass Wellbeing Centre treatments.

Enjoy this deal during the months of May, June and October. Get back to basics with a refreshing trip to the Inishowen Peninsula...

Waterford: €26 for 2 Starters, 2 Main Courses & 2 Sundries at Little India Restaurant (value up to €52)

Mon, 20 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

I love the good old Irish spud as much as the next person, but recently this less-than-colourful carb is really boring my socks off. Time to look to the indulgent Indian feast for something a little bit hot and spicy...

Pay just €26 for a delicious meal for two at the recently opened Little India restaurant on Parnell Street in Waterford, including two starters, two main courses and two sundries (regular price up to €52).

Begin your meal with some mouth-watering morsels from Little India's impressive menu. Starters include meat samosa, onion bhaji, chicken pakora and more.

Moving on, you'll be treated to your choice of main course, which range from traditional, oriental tandoori dishes to aromatic curries, hot and spicy madras to mind-blowing vindaloo. Whether you go for a hot or mild dish, your order will come accompanied by your choice of sundry (rice or naan). You'll also have a tasty portion of poppadoms to munch on between courses.

Little India serve Indian food at its very best and look forward to welcoming you at their new restaurant on Parnell Street - grab your coupon now, and look forward to tantalising your tastebuds!

Summer Family Escape to Galway: €245 for a 7-Night Stay at Glasán Holiday Village (value €500)

Sun, 19 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Tumbleweed: unless you're a big fan of John Wayne movies, it's not what you want to experience on holidays. A holiday should be far away from such boring desolation and more like the bustling streets, constant colour, music and movement and the fantastic outdoors that Galway has to offer

Pay just €245 for a seven-night family escape to Glasán Holiday Village in Galway City (usual price €500).

There's plenty to entertain everyone in Galway this summer, with festivals such as Summer Music from July 15-August 10, in addition to other attractions like the Aran Islands, deep sea and fresh water fishing, Leisureland in Salthill and lots more besides.

Each apartment can sleep up to four people, with two single rooms and one twin. There's also a kitchen, lounge and bathroom and great facilities such as an oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, cable TV and internet access.

Glasán Holiday Village is conveniently located on the east side of Galway city, just ten minutes' drive to Eyre Square (regular bus and taxi service). And if you don't fancy heading into the city, nearby there's a restaurant, launderette and local shop, and tennis/soccer court on site.

In all, today's deal makes for the perfect week away with your family or a few friends. Grab your coupon now and look forward to a warm welcome at Glasán Holiday Village.

Wexford: €18 for 2 Main Courses & 2 Glasses of Wine - Kids Eat Free at the Weekend (value up to €39.10)

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

All this zooming from A to B isn't for me, I'm all about recreating the leisurely lives of our ambling ancestors so I've bought myself a horse-drawn coach. And luckily enough I've found just the place to pull up the ponies for a spot of fabulous food.

Grab a trip to Gorey's cosy Coach House: pay €18 for two mains and two glasses of wine (value up to €39.10).

The Coach House is a super spot that serves up delightful pub grub to satisfy the palates of young and old. In fact, if you dine on a Saturday or Sunday, kids eat free (one child main course free with every adult main course).

You'll be treated to mains from an extensive à la carte menu that features such favourites as pork and leek bangers with mash (served in a giant Yorkshire pudding with a rich onion gray) and basil infused salmon (topped with a pesto crumb and drizzled with a beurre blanc sauce).

All perfectly washed down by a glass of white or red - sounds perfect to me. Grab a coupon now and point that coach in the direction of a delightful dinner.

€149 for an Online Fetac Level 5 Care of the Elderly Course (value €299)

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

The elderly need our care and support to ensure a good quality of life; that's why caring for the elderly is one of the most rewarding professions you could have. And today's deal will give you the qualifications you need to get started.

Pay just €149 for a FETAC Level five Caring for the Elderly Award (value €299).

Today's deal is perfect for anyone with an interest in healthcare with a specific focus on the elderly.

Course Objectives

Understand and demonstrate good work practices in the provision of care for older people
Understand the concept of the ageing proces
Satisfy the needs of older people in a variety of care setting
Enhance the quality of life for the older person

The course is taken online giving you the flexibility and comfort of studying at home. It will take approximately 30-40 hours to complete, but extensions can be arranged if necessary.

This is a stand alone FETAC level five minor award, which also counts as a module (eight modules in total) towards the FETAC level five major award in child care.

€15 for a Paintballing Experience for 5 People with 200 Paintballs Each (value €125)

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Do you wake up every morning, ready to take on a new mission? Instruct your platoon (a.k.a. the kids) on where the enemy is lying in wait (a.k.a. their school principal)? Manoeuvre your tank (a.k.a. your Toyota Corolla) through the rocky terrain of the housing estate, all with the aim of being glorious in battle?

No, emm, well maybe this deal's not for you then.

Spend a mere €15 on GrabOne today, and embark on a paintballing experience for five people, with 200 paintballs each (and three whole hours of action) at Combat Zone in Limerick. Today's deal gives you a whopping saving on the usual price of €125.

Combat Zone are experts in providing the most invigorating of paintballing experiences, and have developed a range of missions to engage the most adventurous of warriors.

The missions are played out on 25 acres of woodland over three action-packed hours in Shanagolden Woods, just 30 minutes outside Limerick city, giving you plenty of space to creep, crawl, run, shout, dive, duck and generally act the maggot!

Players must be 15 years old or over. You and your fellow soldiers will receive a full commando pack and kit, along with 200 paintballs to really blast your enemy out of it.

And, if you're travelling from outside Limerick, you can avail of the great room rate in Jury's Inn of €19 per person, just book through Combat Zone!

So, get your Grabbie hands on today's deal, and be triumphant in battle in Combat Zone!

€89 for a 1-Hour Teeth Whitening Treatment plus Full Consultation at The Whitening Clinic - 3 Locations (value €180)

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Once seen as the being in the realm of film stars and your quintessential American beauty, pearly white teeth are no longer an unachievable desire. Thanks to modern day science and your friends here at GrabOne, you can transform your smile from dull to glowing in the space of an hour.

Pay €89 for Beyond™ laser teeth whitening at The Whitening Clinic plus full consultation in any one of the following locations:

Morrison Chambers on Nassau Street, Dublin 2 (facing Trinity College)
Clonsilla Road in Blanchardstown Village
Newbridge, Co. Kildare

The full in clinic teeth whitening treatment will leave your teeth up to eight or nine shades whiter. The actual treatment takes 60 minutes but you should allow one hour and 15 minutes in total to allow for preparation and your pre-treatment consultation.

The treatment will be carried out by a fully qualified dental professional using the highly regarded Beyond™ teeth whitening products.

These products have been specifically formulated to improve your general oral health too by strengthening your teeth and giving results that can last up to two years.

The clinic has over 8,000 likes on Facebook which just goes to show how popular their treatments are.

So grab today's deal and start flashing those pearly whites.

(Late night appointments in Nassau St on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and Blanchardstown on Wednesday and Thursday)

€5 for 2 Tickets to 'Buy My Dress 2013' in the RDS, May 26 (value €10)

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

It's no secret that women love shopping, dresses and most of all bargains! Combine all three with a fantastic day out with all your girlfriends! Get together this May for a great cause...

Pay €5 for two tickets to 'Buy My Dress 2013' in the RDS on Sunday, May 26. You'll make a sweet saving on a deal that usually costs €10.

If you haven't heard of it already, you must have been hiding under a rock somewhere. 'Buy My Dress 2013' is a day out to raise some money for a charitable cause.

Thousands of dresses have been donated by Irish women and even some celebrities. Each one is priced between €10 and €50 and are all in tip-top condition.

Grab your complimentary glass of prosecco on the way in and spend a few hours perusing the thousands of fantastic frocks on show. All proceeds from the dress sales go to the Down Syndrome Centre, so not only will you look great but you'll feel great after your purchases!

The Arena opens at 11am in the morning, you can enter the Serpentine Hall on the Anglesea Road. Shop till your heart's content until 5pm.

I know us Grabsters can't wait to get our hands on this great deal, why don't you join us in grabbing one for yourself and all your fashionista friends!

€70 for a 2-Hour Pamper Package for Mums-to-Be incl. Full-Body Massage, Radiant Mini-Facial & Creative Manicure (value €135)

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Well we have to hand it to mums, they're the hardest workers we know. They're on the job long before they even give birth. Treat a yummy mummy-to-be with a little pampering...

Pay €70 for a two-hour pamper package for mums-to-be which includes a full body massage, a mini-facial and a creative manicure, at Tranquillity Spa and Wellness Centre, in the Whites of Wexford Hotel. This sweet treat specifically designed for mums-to-be usually costs €135.

Begin your luxurious two-hour pampering session with a full body massage using safe but effective pre-natal techniques to relax those lower-back muscles that are carrying your bundle of joy.

You'll then be treated to a radiant mini-facial. This express facial incorporates skin cleansing, exfoliation and moisturising. This is perfect for a quick skin rejuvenation.

When you've been thoroughly relaxed you get a creative manicure which involves a grooming of the hands including cuticle work, a hand massage, exfoliation and file.

This whole package lasts two hours leaving you feeling refreshed and relaxed. This is great treat for a Mammy who could do with a little R&R.

Summer Break to Sligo: €125 for a 3-Night or €199 for a 7-Night Stay in a 3-Bedroom Apartment at the Yeats Village Apartments, Sligo (value up to €459)

Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Beautiful beaches, stunning scenery and a wealth of historical sites - a holiday in Ireland has a lot to offer.

And when you're holidaying with a GrabOne deal it really is irresistible.

Enjoy a relaxing stay in a three-bedroom apartment at the Yeats Village Apartments: €125 (usually €250) for a three-night stay or €199 (usually €250) for a seven-night stay - A supplement of €50 applies for stays during July and August.

Located on the edge of Sligo town, the three star Yeats Village Apartments offer the very best in self-catering accommodation. This wonderful location provides the ideal base to explore beautiful beaches such as Strandhill, Rosses Point and Enniscrone or enjoy a spot of shopping in Sligo town.

Each apartment comes with a double bedroom and two single rooms; easily accommodating four people - giving you the perfect relaxing week away with the kids.

So that's a laid back family holiday in the beautiful West of Ireland for less than €30 a night. Grab it while you can!

€14 for 30-Minute Facial or Back Massage or €26 for Both Treatments (value up to €60)

Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Has it been one of those days? Feeling all sore, tired and under pampered? Or are you like me and just love getting all rubbed up the right way? It's time for you to enjoy a little 'me' time!

It's about time you treated yourself properly and headed along to Vogue Image Design:

€14 for a 30-minute facial or back massage, normally valued up to €30.
Or, why not go all out and pay €26 for both treatments, normally valued at €60.

Today's deal is perfect if you're feeling a bit stressed, have built up tension in your muscles or just fancy treating yourself to some pampering.

Choose between a 30-minute facial whereby you will be lavished with attention and made feel good as new. Or, why not go for the back-massage, aimed at ironing out all those aches and pains.

Vogue Image Design is a quite little oasis where you can make some time for yourself without any interruptions. And with the full body massage on offer today, you'll be left looking re-energised and refreshed for whatever the day may throw at you.