GO WEST The Leenane Hotel in Connemara is perfectly situated overlooking stunning Killary Harbour, yet room rates start at just €69 per person sharing per night.
If that's not incentive enough to visit, they have a great offer running until August 5th: book a room for three consecutive nights or more and get a five-course dinner each evening at no extra charge. Phone 095-42249 or see www.leenanehotel.com.
Family entry into Westport House, Gardens and Attractions normally costs €59 per day. However, a season ticket allows unlimited entry until August 31st and costs just €180. Go more than three times, and it's great value. Phone 098-27766 or check www.westporthouse.ie for details.
In Pagan, a funky boutique in Galway, all stock is reduced by 50 per cent. Labels stocked include St Martins, Snob, Pink Soda and a number of small independents. Pagan, 48 Upper Abbeygate Street, Galway, 091-569767.
Now's the time if you want to avail of the Simone's of Sligo bridal sale, with wedding dresses clearing at €399 and bridesmaids' dresses at just €99. Phone 071-9160919 or visit Simone's, Hyde Bridge, Sligo and spend the savings on a honeymoon instead.
SHOE SHINE Soul Designs in Ranelagh and Sandycove is now offering 50 per cent off. This will include such popular designers as Stephane Kelian, Pedro Garcia, Luc Berjen, Eileen Shields and Chie Mihara. Of particular note is the cult Stephane Kelian "Cape" shoe, reduced from €275 to €137. Pedro Garcia glitzy evening sandals are reduced from €245 to €122. Call 01-2808895 to see what sizes are still available, or see www.soul-designs.com.
I kid you not In the final few days of the summer sale at the Serendipity Children's Boutique in Ranelagh there is 50 per cent off all T-shirts and shorts, dresses and skirts for boys and girls aged up to eight. Call 01-4968489, or see www.serendipitykids.ie for details.
Imaginarium toyshops on Main Street, Dún Laoghaire (01-2841541) and in the Blanchardstown Centre (01-8236800) are having a fantastic sale on many of their outdoor toys.
• Is your shop having a sale? Have you spotted a bargain? E-mail . Thanks this week to Eleanor Fitzsimons