WIN A 4 NIGHT STAY AT POSTCARD INN ON THE BEACH IN ST. PETE/CLEARWATER, FLORIDA!

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Always dreamed about supercharged getaway with a vacation in paradise?

St. Pete/Clearwater, FL area in partnership with Postcard Inn on the Beach and Visit USA Committee Ireland are giving away a 4 nights stay for 2 people, based on room only and includes occupancy taxes.

The prize will entitle the bearer to a 4 night stay (consecutive days of the week) for two (2) people occupying the same guest room at the Postcard Inn on the Beach, in St. Pete Beach, Florida.

Reservations cannot be confirmed more than 30 days from arrival date. Room is subject to projected availability and type, and will be upgraded to best available upon arrival.

Certain black-out date restriction will apply:

  • Prize is not valid December 2016 through May 2017 and cannot be extended.

The prize includes the room and occupancy taxes only. It does not include transportation, telephone, food, beverage, movies or any other incidental charges.

  • This prize is not transferable.

NEW KEY WEST HISTORIC HOMES TOURS ANNOUNCED

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Formerly home to Ernest Hemingway, Tennessee Williams and President Harry S. Truman, Key West in the Florida Keys is filled with historic homes. From later this month, visitors to the subtropical island city can explore some of its most intriguing homes on newly announced tours priced from $30 (£24).

Running on select dates from late December through to mid-March 2017, the Key West Historic Homes guided tours will offer visitors the chance to explore the island’s architectural highlights, which include exquisite 19th-century cottages and ornate Victorian mansions.

The first tours will run as a self-guided exploration of homes festively dressed for the holiday season from 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday andWednesday, 27 and 28 December. For 2017, the tours will run on Friday and Saturday, 13-14 January (4-8 p.m.), 17-18 February and 17-18 March (both 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.).

Offered by the non-profit Old Island Restoration Foundation (OIRF) – which promotes the restoration and preservation of Key West’s historically significant buildings – the limited-edition tours showcase notable historic homes, creative renovations and contemporary structures featuring lush gardens and colourful outdoor living areas.

Many of the homes are located in Key West’s Old Town, which is believed to be America’s largest predominantly wooden historic district, with almost 3,000 structures. Today, in part due to the OIRF, many of these are restored and flourish as single-family homes, B&Bs and museum attractions.

For the January tours, transportation between the homes will be offered aboard Conch Tour Trains, while for February and March, participants will need to proceed from house to house independently. At each tour stop, OIRF volunteers will serve as guides informing visitors about the home’s history, architecture, décor and garden.

Tickets start from $30 for self-guided tours and $35 for those with Conch Train transportation included. The ticket price includes a map and list of houses. Tickets are on sale now.

FLY WITH VIRGIN ATLANTIC TO MIAMI & ORLANDO

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It’s a big, wide, wonderful world, and Virgin Atlantic is proud to fly to over 30 of its most popular leisure and business destinations. Fly in style from Dublin or Cork via London Heathrow or Manchester to Miami and Orlando.

Orlando

For families and fun seekers, the theme park capital of the world is unbeatable. For a more grown up holiday all together, the Sunshine State also offers fantastic countryside, top class golfing, some of Florida’s most beautiful beaches and a buzzing club scene.

Miami

With fabulous beaches, sizzling nightlife and A-list residents, Miami’s seriously hot. Get a taste of the high life strolling around South Beach or the Fort Lauderdale waterways. Unleash your Latin spirit in the city’s salsa bars. And head to laid back Key West when you’re all partied out.

Virgin Atlantic Economy

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Check in quickly and easily online or on your mobile. Onboard, settle into your comfy seat with 31in (over 78cm) seat pitch. Tuck into your tasty meal choice and enjoy complimentary drinks. Then relax with over 300 hours of award winning entertainment. On night flights, unwind with the help of your Relax Pack.