22 Feb 2013
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Tour America are hosting a unique California Sale Day to celebrate the 85th Annual Academy Awards in store in Middle Abbey Street Dublin and Patrick Street, Cork on Monday the 25th of February from
9-6pm where everything for the Golden State is on sale. We have exclusive offers on all the favourite Californian destinations, attraction tickets, escorted tours, fly drives, car hire and much much more. Come along on the day and talk to our Travel Experts, or call us on Dublin (01) 8173500 or Cork on (021) 2429222.
San Francisco from €699pp
- Price includes return flights (all taxes and charges)
- 4 nights at the Cova Hotel
- Based on 4 sharing
- Travel date 06 March
- FREE Alcatraz Cruise Tickets (when booking this package)
- FREE Continental Breakfast
- Our Ref 437055
Los Angeles from €699pp
- Price includes return flights (all taxes and charges)
- 4 nights at the Angeleno Hotel
- Based on 4 sharing
- Travel Date 16 Oct
- FREE 24 hour Hop on Hop Off Tour (when booking this package)
- Our ref 437062
Central Coast Fly Drive from €769pp
- Price includes return flights (all taxes and charges)
- 2 nights in San Francisco
- 1 night in San Luis Obispo
- 2 nights in Santa Barbara
- 2 night in Los Angeles
- Based on 4 sharing
- Travel Date 15 Nov
- FREE fully inclusive car hire for 5 days (when booking this package)
- Our ref 437067
Go to www.touramerica.ie , or call on 01 817 3500, or 021 242 9555.
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25 Oct 2012
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is year 4 of the Tour America staff are aiming to raise €1,000 for Barnardos by running the Washington Marathon. As 'D' Day approaches, the Tour America All Stars have taken training for this weekends Washington marathon to a whole new level. We caught up with Ken to see how we was getting along with the training.
Is this your first marathon? - Yes, we're all virgins!
How Long Have you been in training for the Marathon? - about two, maybe three months now
Why have you chosen Barnardos as your charity of choice? - Barnardos is Tour America's chosen charity and one we've supported for years now, it's such a great cause and this time of year is critical for them for raising funds.
Do you run to and from work? - I live in Kilcock so running down the N4 would be a little extreme for training, I'm mad but not that mad :-) Some of the guys who live in Dublin do sometimes run in though.
What Time do you expect to complete the marathon in? - 4hrs just not to come last :-)
Do you plan any pit stops along the way? - Not a chance, if I stop my legs won't start again.
What runners will you wear? - Adidas 80's vintage trainers, I'm going oldskool.
Have Tour America given you the Monday off work? - Yes (out of my holiday time) :-)
Will you have a cheeky pint before, after or during the race? - There will be plenty of cheeky pints but none before or during the race, we'll make up for it afterwards in some poor unsuspecting bar.
Of the Tour America staff, who should fare best? - Gabriel, aka the Terminator, he'll chew this marathon up and spit it out without braking a sweat :-)
Is it true that if the Marathon isn't completed in 4 hours you have to pay for your own flights home? - I sincerely hope not!
05 Oct 2012
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Tour America, Ireland's leading tour operator to the USA, is this week launching their Annual Sale Day at The Red Cow Moran Hotel to take place on Sunday 7th October. This is the 12th year Tour America & Cruise Holidays have run their holiday show, and they have organised for suppliers from all over the USA to join them on the day. From cruise companies such as Norwegian Cruise Line to the Fitzpatrick Hotels in NYC. Some of the key tourist boards from the USA will also be there including Florida Beaches, Las Vegas, Massachusetts, California, Deep South and much more.
There will be at least 30 exhibitors, with lots of gifts for you and your family; there will be a children's area, and the Tour America experts there will bring you all the exclusive offers of the day. In addition, they will have key guest speakers to keep you up to date with all that is travel, and to provide you with additional information on all the destinations available to book in the USA.
To celebrate its 12th year running Tour America also have a great competition running on their facebook page where you can win a fantastic holiday to New York, flights are with Aer Lingus and staying at the Fitzpatricks Hotel. If you have been before, you will know how busy it is, so arrive early. If you have not been before, now is your chance to take advantage of the best holiday prices for the USA and cruising. Doors open at 10am (admission is free) and the fun continues till 6pm.
DEALS OF THE WEEK
Las Vegas from €619pp
Price includes return flights (all taxes and charges)
4 nights at the Excalibur Hotel
Based on 4 sharing
Departure Date 05 Feb
Our Ref 425107
Orlando from €579pp
Price includes return flights (all taxes and charges)
7 nights in a 3 bed townhouse in Regal Palms
Fully Inclusive car hire for the full duration
Based on 2 + 2 sharing
Departure Date 05 Feb
Our Ref 425109
San Francisco from €589pp
Price includes return flights (all taxes and charges)
4 nights at the Cova Hotel San Francisco
Based on 4 sharing
Departure Date 03 Feb
Our Ref 425110
Go to www.touramerica.ie , or call on 01 817 3500, or 021 242 9555.
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07 Aug 2012
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More and more people are now shopping online in the hunt for better bargains. The web allows you to compare prices in a matter of clicks and the lack of costs often allow the e-tailer to beat your local high street store up on price.
However, often when shopping online you don't know how long you will be waiting for your goods to arrive. Although you've ordered in your size you are wary as to whether your purchase will fit you. What will you do if the goods aren't what you expected?
Last week I experienced one of my best online purchases yet. Stuck for some quality Goalkeeper gloves I knew the usual sites such as Just Keepers would deliver an excellent product but I would be waiting 3-5 business days. I stumbled across The Soccer Shop. Not only did they have a massive range of new products to choose from. They also had a nice selection in their Bargain Bin.
I made the purchase of the Selsport gloves for just €35. Not only did I get a bargain, the gloves were delivered to my office in 2 hours. The service didn't end here. The deliverer arrived with the gloves in three sizes and ensured I was happy with the fit and the feel.
Although goalkeeper gloves aren't of interest to the masses, this store offers amazing personalised service and a huge range of goods.
+10 for service!
06 Jun 2012
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There is no such thing as a Free Lunch. The economic theory, and also the lay opinion, that whatever goods and services are provided, they must be paid for by someone.
We looked for an exception to the rule. Lots of companies are offering to give you your couch or 61 Inch TV if Ireland win Euro 2012. Ermm, slight catch. You have to buy the product first so it isn't exactly a risk free investment. We all know that the chances of Ireland winning the tournament are slim ( 80/1 according to Boyle sport where you can get a Free Bet €40 Bet )
However, through the clutter we stumbled upon this gem. Flutterclub.com, an up and coming social betting website are giving €100 Free to everyone who wants it if Ireland win the championship. What do I have to do to claim this money I hear you say? Nothing at all! Anyone who submits their details on their Facebook page will receive a crisp €100 note if Traps army do the business. After winning their Irish Business Start Up Award last week, they have totally lost their grip! This promotion takes the phrase "putting your balls on the line" to a completely new level." Click here to claim your free €100. If you can think of any reason not to put your name in the hat where everyone gets pulled out, please comment below and tell us why.
25 Apr 2012
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Eyebrows are completely in fashion right now. That may sound a bit strange; they were always there - making a statement on your face. But now, more than ever - groomed, perfect shaped eyebrows are bang on trend and it seems the bigger and stronger the better!
But it's hard to get your eyebrows perfect, especially when they don't naturally arch the way you want them to, and our DIY plucking and the occasional wax doesn't necessarily work the wonders you're hoping for. Eyebrows frame our face but over-plucked, untamed or wild brows aren't a great look and can completely upset the balance of our facial features.
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22 Mar 2012
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It's no secret I'm a fan of Rockstar Tan (you might remember my blog post last year on the gorgeous stuff! Click Here) and it's coming to that time of year again that I'm dying to get into my flat pre-summer shoes and looking for any excuse to leave my jacket at home. So it also means I have less excuses to have my pale milk-bottle arms and legs hidden under my winter wardrobe.
So as we all prepare for the next step in our wardrobes for Spring/Summer 2012, Rockstar Tan have decided to help us along a little and have pandered to our poor little beauty budgets by lowering their prices. Yup, that's right, they've reduced their price tags to make them more accessible and more affordable. How nice!
Since the beginning of this month, the award winning Irish tanning brand have lowered their prices across their wide range of products, meaning that the recent 2% VAT increase will not affect the price of the natural, organic tanning products.
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07 Mar 2012
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Spring is - dare I say it - in the air and with the glimmer of good weather finally on the horizon, however faint it may be, I can't help but get my hopes up for the impending happy season ahead.
Winter can be harsh on your skin, and despite the fact it wasn't the toughest season we've ever encountered, our poor skin was still victim to the extreme temperatures that come with it. The winter can wreak havoc on our skin causing dryness, chapping, windburn and more and I think it's safe to say we're all in need of some serious TLC.
So what better way to treat yourself for surviving another Irish winter than to take a trip to Rouge beauty salon in Ranelagh, where they are offering a very special salon experience, exclusively for OnOffer beauty blog readers.
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01 Mar 2012
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It's not often I get out on a Tuesday evening in Dublin City so I was looking forward to my trip to Boulevard Cafe with great anticipation. I'd heard great things and was delighted when I noticed they accepted the Hi Life Card.
The extended and warmer evenings in Dublin seemed to have crept up on us out of nowhere but I for one will not be complaining. I always seem to underestimate the walk from the ocean side of the quays to the Grafton Street area so by the time we reached the exchequer street destination we had both built up an appetite.
The restaurant did not seem bust when we entered but the waiter welcomed us with a friendly smile. We were seated near the window and presented with the menus. We both chuckled how the Hi-Life Card allowed us to choose items we would not normally consider. I chose the Tiger prawns marinated in sweet chilli oil, coriander, and mango salsa. My partner opted for Salmon filled with cream cheese and chive and vinaigrette salad. For the mains we both chose a 8 oz Fillet Steak, home cut fries, sauté mushroom and onions and pepper sauce! Prices at €26, we anticipated something special and we were not dissatisfied!
The starter portions were beautifully presented and not too filling. Both fish servings had amazing flavour and left us craving our mains. The steaks, both ordered to medium were cooked to perfection. The fries were perfectly crafted and presented in a tidy bread basket. The pepper sauce servings seemed to be ideal sauce with the portion drying up with the very last cheap. Perhaps this was just the experience of an experienced steak lover.
When the mains were removed from the table we sat and chatted for a quarter of an hour and planned the journey home. We questioned why nobody had offered a dessert menu when we seen the waiter marching in our direction with a variety of cakes on a tray held above his head. This I had not seen before. He explained the various options and I went for the toffee cake and my partner chose death by chocolate. I really liked knowing what I was going to receive prior to it being placed on my table. The portions were very generous and left us very satisfied with the experience in Boulevard Cafe.
The total cost for the meal was just €41.50! We received a saving of €41.50 with the Hi Life Card!
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14 Feb 2012
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For anyone who is a fan of fluttering their luscious lashes, and it's their false ones I'm talking about, then you'll be delighted to hear that Eylure, the eyelash extraordinaire, are spoiling us with yet another lash icon and this time it's none other than pop diva, Ms. Katy Perry.
For those who saw her strutting her stuff along the O2 stage in Dublin last year, and yes I was there front row (try third from the back), you'll know that Hello Kitty fan Katy didn't play shy when it came to her fashion and make-up. Her envy-inducing sparkly outfits, multi-coloured locks and bright, colourful eye shadows were outworn by the volume of her amazing eyelashes! And now, we have the chance to add some Perry flavour to our make-up bags too!
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11 Jan 2012
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No year is new without the trusty tradition of making resolutions (and occasionally sticking to them - at least for a little while). And following the festive season and all the calorie-coated treats it brought with it, detoxing and losing ‘a few pounds' seems to be top of most resolution lists.
So to help kick-start the New Year and to help gear you up to take on 2012, Tesco has just launched its exclusive Kelly Holmes Fitness Range and is already offering some great savings!
The double Olympic Gold winner has collaborated with Tesco to design a range of quality sports clothing and equipment which includes exercise essentials perfect for those keen to bypass the gym membership and work out at home.
The equipment range includes the popular Kelly Holmes Weighted Gym Ball now just €13.33 (normally €20) and the Kelly Holmes Exercise Mat, €14.67 (normally €22). The versatile Kelly Holmes Adjustable Kettle Bell now just €23.33 (normally €35) will provide you with a total body workout and for those hoping to achieve that ‘washboard stomach', the Kelly Holmes Balance Board at just €18.33 (normally €27.50) is another workout essential.
The fitness range also includes some stylish workout wardrobe stables with sport tips at just €16.50 each and yoga-wear from just €18.50.
Promotional prices are available until January 24th, 2012 and are available from selected Tesco stores nationwide. For details on your nearest Tesco store and to check availability log onto www.tesco.ie
Natalie is a journalist and writer who has produced articles for Irish bridal title Confetti and fashion magazine Prudence among a host of other titles. Whilst working with Confetti she travelled to the Maldives to write a honeymoon feature for the Spring 2010 issue. She has an honours degree in Journalism and French and has lived and studied in Paris the fashion capital of the world, making her an ideal beauty & fashion blogger for OnOffer.ie.
So if you want beauty & fashion tips, travel advice, or just want Natalie's insight check out her website www.natalieburke.com for loads more articles, tips and fashion secrets.
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05 Jan 2012
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Ahh, January. A new beginning; out with the old, and in with the new. 2 Stone to be lost, alcohol to be banished and jean size to drop 2 sizes. Pah! January is full of resolutions and promises which, if being honest, are only there to be broken. We sacrifice and sacrifice and deprive ourselves of all our favourite things until we eventually crack and engage in a mammoth indulgence session which leaves us feeling a sense of failure. The "healthy living" lasts for 2 weeks and once we crack we don't go back!
It's silly trying to give up all cravings. We can't deprive ourselves forever and the buzz words for January 2012 should be "moderation" and "lifestyle change".
The first week in January is the busiest week in the year for almost every gym in Ireland. We try to run off the Turkey and Ham, Pudding, late night sandwiches, Pringles, roses, wine, beer, Guinness, mince pies, lindt bunnies, chocolate oranges, celebrations and whatever else we force fed ourselves over the 12 glorious days of Christmas. Below is a list of fitness tips and deals to help you get real results for 2012, not just the first 2 weeks.
There is little point going to the gym EVERY night as you will soon get bored. Twice or three times a week is ideal and the workout should be varied to keep in interesting. Gym prices vary and often ask for you to sign up for a period of 6 - 12 months. Energie Fitness have an excellent empowerment programme that allows you to get into the routine of a sustainable fitness routine. The fee is €150 for three month but includes personal training, diet guides, and tailored plans. There is a money back guarantee. Click here for more details.
The gym isn't for everyone and there are some great alternatives. Bootcamp has become huge in Ireland and the OnOffer team undertook the regime with Bootcamp Ireland and highly recommend it. Click here to see some of the activities undertaken. Essentially, what Bootcamp is is outdoor fitness within a group environment where motivation and hard work are in abundance during all sessions. An 8 week course with 2 sessions per week will cost around €150. It is really great value IF YOU ATTEND the classes. There is no money back for non-attendance but if you go and adopt the spirit of the classes you will see real results, and make good friends too. It's all done outdoors, irrespective of weather so it leaves you feeling really good about yourself. Click here for more information.
If you love outdoors training and have a hectic schedule where committing to a rigid timetable is impossible then have a read of our "Guide to Getting Started" running blog. It covers all the basics on training and getting going on your own. This January, Elverys are running some great deals and are giving customers 10% off all orders online and chance to win a €100 Voucher by entering their competition. Click here to enter the competition.
As always, we'd love to hear your fitness tips and advise on how to stay healthy this year!
Good luck with the resolutions
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