19-07-2025
Departure Lounge: Take a small-ship trip to Antarctica
Voyages to Antarctica
AE Expeditions, an award-winning, Certified B Corp and 100% carbon neutral leader in small-ship adventure travel, has an excellent deal on Antarctica voyages, destined to tempt you to book that bucket list trip.
With savings of up to 40% on 14 select 2025/26 Antarctica voyages, this includes its 12-night Antarctic Explorer sailing from Punta Arenas in Chile and reduced to $12,597 from $20,995pps.
Expeditions offer expert-led lectures and excursions, Zodiac adventures, guided hikes, and optional activities such as kayaking, snorkelling, and alpine treks. It's the stuff of dreams. Offer valid on bookings made by August 15.
Culinary and coastal Canada
Cape Breton, Nova Scotia
Having travelled extensively around Nova Scotia, I have a strong hankering to return to the beautiful maritime Canadian province. My pre-career road trip was conducted on a budget, meaning I only randomly enjoyed the incredible local seafood.
Renowned for fresh lobster, sweet Digby scallops, oysters and shrimp, there's also great local farm produce and thriving wineries.
A 10-night self-drive Culinary and Coastal Nova Scotia fly-drive tour offers up Halifax, the Cabot Trail, wild nature, coastal communities, colourful villages and warm Nova Scotian hospitality that feels unmistakably familiar.
From €2,429pp based on two sharing a room, including flights, car rental, accommodation, and a Halifax food walking tour.
Ticks all the boxes
Sir Anthony resort, Tenerife
Seeking a last-minute luxury break to the Canaries? Sir Anthony, a five-star adults-only beachfront retreat on Tenerife ticks all the boxes.
A handy flight from Cork and Dublin, the sleek waterside location is in the vibrant Playa de las Américas.
Seven nights B&B at the luxurious Sir Anthony Hotel from €2,214 based on two people sharing a superior room with direct pool access on August 2. Flights extra.
A taste of Chicago
Chicago style pizza
Home of the original deep dish pizza, the clever folk at Choose Chicago, the city's tourist board, have just launched the Chicago Pizza Pass, a new partnership with 27 local pizza spots.
The new digital experience invites visitors and locals to taste their way around the city, with pass holders availing of special discounts and deals at participating restaurants across 16 city neighbourhoods.
For just $15, pizza enthusiasts can sign up today at and gain access to exclusive deals until the end of the year, and there's no app or downloads required. Deals vary by restaurant and range from complimentary slices to discounted pies to buy-one-get-one-free offers.
Deal of the week
The House, Galway
Planning a trip to Galway any time soon? The boutique House Hotel in the city's Latin Quarter has been recently renovated and offers chic four-star accommodation minutes from lively Quay Street and Shop Street.
There's a bar and restaurant, and the self-service breakfast includes a handy grab-and-go option if you're on the move.
Join their exclusive Member Rewards Club and you'll enjoy 15% off your stay, plus early access to offers and special seasonal packages year round.
