ADD SOME SPARKLE TO YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING AND STAY AT 5* GLENLO ABBEY HOTEL & ESTATE

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ADD SOME SPARKLE TO YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING AND STAY

AT 5* GLENLO ABBEY HOTEL & ESTATE

For those yearning to have a gorgeous run-up to the big day, then the new Christmas Market Magic package at the 5* Glenlo Abbey Hotel Galway will certainly appeal.

The famous Galway Christmas Markets will thankfully operate this year from 6pm on Friday, 12^th November until Wednesday 22^nd December and to celebrate things beginning to look a lot like normal, Glenlo have created an enchanting experience for those yearning for a mix of gift shopping and festive ambiance. Stay for a magical overnight, in one of Ireland’s most luxurious hotels located two miles from the vibrancy of Galway city and overlooking the magnificent Lough Corrib on a 138-acre estate, all decked-out in a festive flourish waiting to wrap you in their Christmas bauble!

A glass of mulled wine with a mince pie welcomes guests into the warm and inviting surrounds of Glenlo Abbey Hotel, where Glenlo’s valet will look after your vehicle and the attentive concierge will take your luggage to your room. Settle into the hotel and take advantage of the onsite activities, with scheduled festive movies in the atmospheric Abbey Theatre and serenity walks on the sparkling estate. Take a trip into Galway City to explore the wonderful Christmas Markets and enjoy some ‘festive spirts’ (don’t worry, you can leave the car at Glenlo, and enjoy a complimentary hotel transfer). Return, laden with Christmas gifts and treat yourself to a neck and shoulder massage or pampering session at Glo Spa & Wellness (10% off all treatments). Retire to your luxurious bedroom or savour the festive ambience and relax beside the open log fires. After a great nights’ sleep, you will be rejuvenated and ready for a delicious breakfast in the River Room.

Christmas Market Package costs from €240 for the overnight stay to include welcome mulled wine and mince pies, escort to the Galway Christmas Markets, 10% off any Glo Spa & Wellness Treatment, Festive Movie in Abbey Theatre and breakfast.

The Galway Christmas Market comprises of 50 wooded chalets located in Eyre Square along with Santa’s Grotto, the German Bier Keller and numerous other theatrical delights. It is expected that this year will once again feature amusement rides including a 32 metre high Big Wheel and traditional Carousel, Santa’s Express Train, live music performers, puppet shows, storytelling, school choirs, and a Santa’s Grotto to be run by local charities.

Food lovers can feast on a bratwurst, French pastries, pretzels or confectionery, crêpes, and waffles, while families and friends can enjoy a walk through the enchanted light gardens providing the backdrop for a Christmas Market photo, stop off at Santa’s post-box, interact with local charities and much more.  In addition to the market itself, Galway boasts a great selection of independent retailers plus some iconic department stores including Brown Thomas.

Glenlo Abbey’s Team will be delighted to assist you with any queries by telephone on: Tel: Intl +353 (0) 91 519600. Or Email: stay@glenloabbey.ie Alternatively visit www.glenloabbeyhotel.ie for more information or to purchase gift vouchers online.