Combining the value of two Ryans (not related) will give you a reasonably priced short break in Brussels. Taking a Ryanair flight to Charlois and staying in Ryan Hotels' Le Belson property can work out very reasonable. Until the end of August two nights in the Le Belson will cost £50 per person sharing. You can book on 1850 777 777. Ryanair has three return flights a day to Brussels and you can book on (01) 609 7800.
A reminder that Beauvais, to which Ryanair flies, is on the path of the August 11th eclipse and is one of the best places to view it. Already the city, north of Paris, is reporting a lot of interest from all over Europe. Ryanair flies there four times a day.
Despite what you might think, there are some holidays available for August. Sunway has trips to Morocco and Sicily on August 13th and 20th - two weeks in an apartment in Morocco will cost from £339 and in a the fourstar Sheraton Hotel from £659. A three-star hotel in Sicily will cost £499 for a week and a four-star hotel will cost £699. Seats only to Sicily cost £199. Phone (01) 2886828 or your local travel agent.
Champagne and strawberries await American Express cardholders at the Castletroy Park Hotel in Limerick. Indulge yourself in this luxury hotel, enjoy the extensive leisure facilties or stroll along the Shannon. The Castletroy has a special offer of £94 per person sharing for two nights B&B, one dinner and, of course, the champagne and strawberries. So, if you have two days to spare during August, treat yourself - phone (061) 335566.
Panorama Holidays has had a selection of late availability holidays for August. Call (01) 6707666 or drop into to your local travel agent.
The Landmark Trust announces the opening of Termon House, Maghery, Co Donegal, after extensive refurbishment. The house, built on the seashore near Dungloe by the Marquis of Conyngham in the 1770s, has been faithfully restored and comfortably fitted out with period furniture. It can sleep six to eight people. The Trust's aim is to save threatened buildings, such as Termon, and restore them with integrity. You can get a brochure or book through 25 Eustace Street, Dublin 2 - phone (01) 6704733.
If you're planning an autumn or winter break, you can't go far wrong with Stena Line's short breaks brochure. With specially selected accommodation in exciting cities, picturesque lake and mountain locations, booking a holiday couldn't be easier and, with prices from under £120 for a two-night break with up to two children free, it represents great value. The choice includes the Roman city of Chester; Ireland's second capital, Liverpool; the home of Ireland's favourite football team, Manchester; York and the Dales; and interesting locations in Scotland and Wales. Details from your local travel agent or Stena Line at (01) 2047766.