Santa arriving by helicopter and suites for €19,000: Christmas in Ireland’s five-star hotels
Many of Ireland’s top hotels are planning lavish stays for guests over the Christmas period
Ashford Castle
The Houses of Guinness: Hotbeds of scandal, from Ashford Castle to ‘Heartbreak House’
A tome of architectural brilliance, uncomfortable historical truths and a complicated legacy of power and philanthropy
Rising food, labour costs eat into profits at Michelin-recognised Ashford Castle
But directors of luxury hotel say 2025 has seen an ‘uplift’ in trade
Escape to the châteaux: live a gilded life on a trip to the Loire Valley in France
The châteaux of the Loire Valley are glorious. Just watch out for amorous peacocks
When dinner becomes theatre: ‘Guests love it. They sometimes even applaud after the carving’
Trolleys have returned to add drama and excitement to the fanciest of restaurants, this time carrying Martinis as well as meringues
Eat your way across Mayo: From garden to grill, the county is fast becoming a food destination
A quiet food movement is taking hold in the west – grown, caught, cooked and served without shortcuts
Summer 2025: 100 great restaurants, cafes and places to eat around Ireland
Some of the best restaurants in Dublin, Cork, Galway and around Ireland from brand new places to classic favourites
Artisan salt, eggs, butter and leaves producers among winners at Ireland food awards
Myrtle Allen-inspired Euro-Toques awards champion local food and traditional craft methods
‘My bank card is always playing hide and seek with me’
Me & My Money: Paula Stakelum, global director of chocolate & pâtisserie at Red Carnation Hotels/Ashford Castle, Co Galway
Love Ireland: nine Irish hotels with great romantic walks for Valentine’s weekend
Getting out into nature on your hotel break is good for you, and even more so when you have your loved one by your side
Wellness staycations around Ireland: Self-improvement breaks right on your doorstep
Your next mini-break could fuel a new and lasting passion, from yoga in Donegal to horse trekking in Waterford and cooking classes in Wexford
Big Purcell book sale includes an Irish dictionary older than Samuel Johnson’s famed tome
Antique furniture, art and cars from five-star hotel Ashford Castle up for auction as in Mayo
Elf doors, carriage rides and boat cruises: Christmas in Ireland’s five-star hotels
Top hotel operators welcome a mix of guests over the festive period, many of whom are perennial visitors
Ashford Castle expands staff accommodation amid housing crisis
Revenues up 16% at luxury hotels amid strong inbound tourism from the US
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