Even down here in West Cork, the land of unavailable or unreliable broadband, you can find a wealth of ideas for special Christmas gifts available online, as well as some fun and exciting activities to enjoy leading up to and during the holidays.
Unique Products:
The Barn Gallery & Studio (Drimoleague)
– Purchase paintings/prints or commission your own
Irish Arans (Timoleague) – www.irisharans.com
– Handmade Knitwear in a large variety of styles for women, men, children and babies.
Just Say 3D (Clonakilty)
– Unique 3D portraits
O’Sullivan’s Toys (Skibbereen) – www.osullivanstoys.com
– A wide range of toys available to purchase online.
The Sally Miller Collection (Rosscarbery) – www.sallymiller.ie
– Luxury Aromatherapy Products Delivered Right to Your Door – or to the recipient.
– A Range of Gift Bags, Gift Boxes and Vouchers available.
– Order by 18th December for gifts to arrive before Christmas.
Gift Vouchers:
Whale Watch West Cork (Union Hall) – www.whalewatcwestcork.com
– Special Christmas Draw: Order a Whale Watching Voucher for 2 or more by December 15th and get a chance to win a FREE ticket for 2 for 2009! Draw: 20th December
– Season Tickets: New for 2009! The ideal gift for the wildlife enthusiast.
Inish Beg Luxury Self Catering Accommodation (Baltimore) – www.inishbeg.com
– Gift Vouchers Available for accommodation or cookery classes.
– Also, 10% Discount on Bookings for 2009 made before 25th December.
Irish Water Sports (Baltimore and Dublin) – www.irishwatersports.ie
– Gift Vouchers for power boat courses and rentals in West Cork or Dublin.
Trident Hotel (Kinsale) – www.tridenthotel.ie
– Gift Vouchers
Special Treats / Events and Greetings:
Dream Cakes (Clonakilty)
– Gingerbread Houses and Custom Designed Cakes
Imagination Attic (Clonakilty) – www.imaginationattic.ie
– Handmade Greeting Cards and Invitations
Christmas in Kinsale (Kinsale) – www.kinsale.ie
– A very full programme of events for all ages.
Winter Wonderland (Skibbereen)
– Santa visits, live crib, Christmas Food and Craft Markets
– Purchase a ticket for Winter Wonderland and get a entry into a competition for an Interactive White Board for the your school.
Every year the list grows and it’s so tempting to shop online rather than brave the crowded shops!
