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Holiday Vacations: The Merrion in Dublin, Ireland | November 3, 2010

The union of four restored Georgian townhouses, joined with a contemporary Garden Wing, The Merrion in Dublin, Ireland, showcases 123 guestrooms and 20 suites. Guests also enjoy the Tethra Spa with a range of treatments and an in-house pool, The Cellar Restaurant featuring inventive Irish cuisine, Ireland’s only two-star Michelin restaurant called Patrick Guilbaud, and the largest collection of private art in Ireland outside of the National Gallery on display throughout the hotel.

The Winter Season, and particularly Christmas, is a unique time for families and a short break is not just a treat, it is practically a necessity! The Merrion Luxury … Read More »


 

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Irish Weather Inspires LadyUmbrella Tees | January 26, 2010

LadyUmbrella is a brand new and exciting designer range of ladies t-shirts from Spanish designer, Elena Montes Casado, fusing fashion and art. Based in Dublin, Ireland they ship t-shirts worldwide to help spread their own take on women’s fashion. They recently launched their online t-shirt store on the 20th of January 2010 and are currently offering free shipping on all t-shirts. I recently spoke with Rob Ryan, owner of LadyUmbrella and asked him to fill us in on his fabulous company.

CG: Rob, please tell us about your t-shirts.

RR: LadyUmbrella tees are all 100% 180grms combed cotton with a soft discharge … Read More »


 

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Ode to the Guinness | October 26, 2009

Sunday, in my opinion, is always a fun day for a beer. So on this fall day (the perfect time of year to have one), I write my Ode to the Guinness because it is one of my favorite beers out there. Right off the bat, I have to say the first time I ever tried a Guinness was at the Guinness Brewery in Dublin, Ireland…so yes, I was spoiled right away because there is no other Guinness anywhere else in the WORLD that tastes as good!

Now to the reasons why a Guinness is good and actually good for you. … Read More »