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The Irish Sun
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘I have to be honest' – RTE star Arthur Gourounlian makes confession after bump in the road on family day out
RTE star Arthur Gourounlian was honest with his followers after a bump in the road occurred on his family day out. The Dancing With The Stars judge spent some quality time with his mum Maria, sister-in-law Aoife, and kids Blake and Blu yesterday. 3 Arthur brought his kids for a day out in Wicklow yesterday Credit: Instagram 3 Arthur's mum is currently staying at his Dublin home Credit: Instagram 3 Arthur spoke about Blake's tantrum Credit: Instagram They visited Smurfs Village in Avondale in Wicklow and had an "absolutely amazing day". Arthur shared snippets of their day out over on Instagram and raved over the unique experience. The 45-year-old said: "Loved every single moment. The Smurfs Village is nothing short of enchanting. "From the exceptional presentation to the welcoming atmosphere and the incredible professionalism of the team, everything was truly top-notch. read more arthur gourounlian "We are genuinely impressed and wholly immersed in the experience." After having fun at the Smurf-themed family event, they went to see what the all fuss is about at Beyond the Trees in Avondale Forest Park. The family-of-five took a leisurely stroll through the walled gardens and walked along the forest park trails. Arthur said: "I love discovering new things everyday. I adore the view, the nature and the location. Wow." read more on the irish sun They decided they wanted to climb to the top of the viewing tower to go on the giant slide and look out at the stunning scenery. However, after posting about the excursion, Arthur confessed that they didn't actually end up making it to the slide. Arthur Gourounlian shares summer fun clip with mum The dad-of-two told his fans: "Right, so I have to be very honest here, from the last video you saw Blake going up. "We wanted to get to the top then do the slide, but we never made it to the top because my lovely daughter had a little tantrum. "She didn't want to go into the buggy and she didn't want to walk but she wanted Papa to carry her. "It was a long way up so we're trying to compromise but none of us wanted to give up. Yes I wasn't going to let her win, those little tears wouldn't fool me. FAMILY FUN "So we ended up going home. So we never made it to the top but I've seen people sliding through the slide and I'm definitely going to come back and revisit this place when Blake is 25-years-old. "Honestly, the views are just spectacular. Oh, if you're wondering what happened after, she was absolutely fine. She sat in the car and said, 'Papa, let's go home', I was like, 'You won't break me'." Arthur also shared some gorgeous photos from their day out and captioned the post: "What a beautiful Friday spent at Beyond the Trees Avondale with my gorgeous girls! "We started with the charming Smurf Village and discovered the most magical walking path through the forest. It's always incredible to stumble upon new places, views, and little adventures that make your heart full. We loved every single minute of it." The celebrity choreographer's friends and fans flooded the comment section with compliments. Hubby Brian Dowling wrote: "Family." Evelyn said: "Beautiful family." One fan commented: "Aw beautiful family. J'adore. Tati is looking fabulous." Karen added: "Gorgeous photos."
Irish Daily Mirror
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
WIN A FAMILY PASS TO THE SMURFS VILLAGE
The Smurfs Village is opening at Beyond the Trees Avondale, Co. Wicklow on July 19th, bringing imagination, adventure and a splash of blue magic to one of Ireland's favourite family destinations. Step into a world of wonder where children are invited to play, laugh, explore and grow alongside their favourite Smurfs characters. Located in the beautiful surroundings of Beyond the Trees Avondale, it promises a family day out full of smiles and magical moments. A first of its kind, this interactive family experience is filled with playful adventures and unforgettable memories. High-five Papa Smurf, giggle with Smurfette, and pass through the magical Kindness Portal. Pot something special at the Smurf and Grow station, wander beneath giant toadstools, and discover surprises around every corner in this immersive land full of heart. Families will love the joyful spirit of The Smurfs Village, designed to celebrate the values of kindness, community and care for nature. Parents can feel confident that their children are not only having fun but are also engaging with meaningful lessons about inclusivity and compassion. Created with care by The Blink Group and supported by the family of the original Smurfs creator, Peyo, this Smurfs themed event brings beloved characters and timeless values together for an exciting journey through kindness, creativity and connection. For more info and tickets, visit To celebrate the opening of The Smurfs Village, we have five family passes to give away to 5 lucky readers! Simply fill out the form below for your chance to win. If you can't see the form above click here *Terms and conditions apply, see entry form for full details.
South China Morning Post
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Smurfs movie review: Rihanna can't save subpar return of the beloved blue creatures
2/5 stars Smurfs opens with the population of Smurfs' Village harmoniously singing the 'Happy Song' from the original 1980s animation series featuring the little blue creatures. As the warm glow of nostalgia creeps in, director Chris Miller (Shrek the Third) cuts to Papa Smurf on the decks, blasting out an obnoxious pop track. 'Now that's what I call a banger,' he yells. This unfortunately sets the tone for the latest film about Belgian comic artist Peyo's cute creations. Play Smurfs is primarily a marketing tool for Rihanna, who voices the blonde-haired Smurfette and provides material for the soundtrack.
