Go West! Escape To Galway With These Great Deals

Whether you are need of rest and relaxation or a big blow-out, Galway is the perfect destination and is easily accessible from most parts of the country. From relaxing walks in the countryside to a traditional music session, Galway offers a wide range of amenities and is a great choice for short staycation. So forget the flights and passport stress and hit the M6 instead!

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Where to stay: The five-star G Hotel is one of the most chic hotels in the country and HerHotels currently have some great offers on both midweek and weekend stays, with double rooms starting from €146. For more great hotel deals, log on to www.herhotels.ie. What to do: If you're an active type, head to Delphi Adventure Centre for some hillwalking, zip wire and kayaking before treating yourself to a nice treatment at the in-house spa. The Cúirt International Festival of Literature runs from 8 to 13 April, with appearances from Roddy Doyle, Joanna Harris, Liz Lochhead and Nikky Finney. View some stunning architecture at Galway Cathedral and St Nicholas' Church, before taking a browse around the nearby weekend market. Check out the latest exhibitions at Galway City Museum and a play at the Town Hall Theatre before hitting the town for some craic and ceol. Where to eat: Start with Kelly's on Bridge Street (for tasty brunch) or Finnegan's on Market Street (for a traditional full Irish) and pick up some of the amazing doughnuts or crepes at Galway Market to keep you going for the day. For a light lunch of bruschetta and a sneaky glass of vino, try Il Vicolo or try a traditional fish and chips from McDonagh's on Quay Street. For dinner, the options are endless. Indulge in some Michelin-star dishes at Aniar Restaurant, sample some bbq, grill and jazz at Creole or try the newly opened Gaslight Brasserie at the Meyrick Hotel.