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St Patrick's Day in the U.S.

Everywhere is going green for St Patrick’s Day this year in the U.S. 

Niagara Falls will turn green for the first time ever, along with the Empire State Building in New York, the Chicago River and the fountains in front of the White House. Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day abroad has never promised more fun.

Head to New York with Tour America for just €789 per person and soak up the atmosphere! This includes returns flights and 3 night’s accommodation in the infamous 4 star Fitzpatrick Grand Central. Travel date is March 15^th.

If the Windy City is more your thing, then travel to Chicago for just €579 per person on March 16^th and enjoy three nights in the Essex Inn with return flights.

Finally if you can’t resist a photo opportunity with a green Niagara Falls, then fly to Toronto for a 3 night stay in the Holiday Inn on King Toronto.

All prices above are based on 4 people sharing. Book now at www.touramerica.ie

Nashville Top US Holiday Hotspot

Travel review site TripAdvisor has revealed the US destinations it predicts big things for in 2012.

Based on the destinations that saw the biggest rises in traveller reviews over the last year, the list identified Nashville, Tennessee as the top US holiday hotspot for 2012.

Another Tennessee destination, Pigeon Forge, also made it onto the list at number four, while Florida proved popular as well, with Fort Myers, Pensacola and Saint Augustine all appearing in the top ten.

Other destinations featured included Austin, Texas, Louisville, Kentucky and Scottsdale, Arizona.

Karen Drake, TripAdvisor senior director of communications, commented, “These US destinations have really piqued TripAdvisor travellers’ interest over the last year, making them great options to consider as thoughts turn to vacation planning for 2012.”

For the full details see here.

Biggest Loser Spas Expand to East Coast

Most of us put on a few pounds when we go on holiday but if you would prefer to come back from your holiday a little lighter, you’ll be happy to hear that the Biggest Loser destination spas are expanding to the East Coast of America.

The Beaver Hollow Conference Center near Buffalo and Niagara Falls will be transformed into the third spa in this growing chain affiliated with the hit NBC TV show.

The Biggest Loser Resort Niagara is due in May, joining other American holiday spas in Ivins, Utah, Malibu and California. “The new location also will launch corporate getaways with a health/fitness component”, says Larry Bond, CEO of Fitness Ridge Worldwide, which runs the Biggest Loser lifestyle-changing resorts.

An indoor/outdoor aquatic centre will be built and snowshoeing and cross-country skiing will be added to the menu because of the region's notoriously frigid winters.

Those who follow the TV show closely will be interested to know that past The Biggest Loser participants who fell in love and who have lost a lot of weight -- Ramon Medeiros and Jessica Limpert-- are due to be trainers at the new facility. An NBC spokeswoman says she didn't know yet whether the new location will be used on the show.

The resorts (biggestloserresort.com) teach nutrition and exercise regimens used on The Biggest Loser. Rates will start at about $2,300 weekly, double, and $2,700 single, including all meals and programs, he says. Bond is looking to have 20 Biggest Loser locations "in the next three years."

He thinks there's a growing market for places that help people "change their lifestyles." Numerous reports say the nation's obesity epidemic will only get worse, he adds, and the existing Loser resorts "are close to full occupancy through June already."

Would you holiday at a weight-loss spa?

 

The Kentucky Derby 2012

 Over its 137-year history, the Kentucky Derby has amassed millions of fans worldwide.

Every year, the fans look forward to observing these storied rituals leading up to the "Greatest Two Minutes in Sports."

Right now Tour America has two fantastic packages to entice every Irish horse racing fan to this year’s event on May 5th.

 

Package 1

Return flights from Dublin to Louisville

5 nights at the Fern Valley Hotel

Breakfast Friday, Saturday and Sunday

First Floor Grandstand ticket for the Kentucky Derby  

First Floor Grandstand ticket for the Kentucky Oaks  

Roundtrip Oaks and Derby Day Transfers

Roundtrip Airport Transfers from Louisville International Airport

Travel Date 02 May - Ref 405510

From €2589pp based on 2 sharing
From €3149pp based on 1 sharing 

Package 2

Return flights Dublin to Louisville

5 nights at SpringHill Suites Downtown

Breakfast Daily

First Floor Grandstand ticket for the Kentucky Derby  

Roundtrip Derby Day Shuttle Transfers

Roundtrip Airport Transfers from Louisville International Airport  

Travel Date 02 May - Ref 405517

From €2999pp based on 2 sharing

CALL TO BOOK: Dublin (01) 817 3535 - Cork (021) 2429 222