Ferry company offers ideas for summer fun

School’s out for summer and that means lots of family fun on the horizon, but with the cost of living continuing to rise and parents struggling for ideas on how to keep the kids happy this summer many are looking for simple solutions - and a short break or day trip with Stena Line could provide the answer.

The leading ferry company has some fantastic summer special offers, including great value breaks that allow kids to travel and stay for free*! Offering daily sailings from Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire or Dublin port, Fishguard to Rosslare or Stranraer to Belfast, wherever you want to go to in Ireland, Stena Line can help get you there!.

Stena Line UK communications and PR manager, Nigel Tilson, says the company understands how difficult it can be for families hoping to get away in the current challenging economic climate.

“With the cost of living seeming to rise all the time, we at Stena Line understand that it can be hard for families who want to get away during the busy summer season. That is why we have put together a range of short breaks and day trips that can provide the perfect solution for those who want to treat the kids without breaking the bank,” he said.

Travel in August needn’t break the bank as families travelling to Dublin can enjoy a one-night stay at the Hotel St. George in Parnell Square starting from just £130 per adult with kids going free. This great value price includes return travel by car on the Stena Line Superferry and a one night stay including bed and breakfast. The Hotel St. George is a beautiful Georgian property situated in the heart of Dublin and makes the ideal base to explore all of Dublin’s main tourist attractions.

For a great value day out seeing the sights of Dublin, there really is no better way to see Ireland’s capital city than on the Dublin sightseeing tour where you can hop on and off the tour bus as many times as you like in a single day. From only £34 per adult and £16 per child, there’s plenty to see and do, with over 25 stops outside Dublin’s key visitor attractions. This price includes return travel on the Stena HSS fastcraft from Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire, return DART from Dun Laoghaire port to Dublin city centre and a voucher for the city sightseeing bus tour of Dublin.

Stena Line also offers lots of great choice for those visiting Northern Ireland. The Premier Inn Hotel starts from just £120 per adult with kids going free and includes return travel by car on the Stena Line Superferry and one nights’ accommodation including breakfast. The hotel boasts a prime city centre location and is within a 5 minute walk to Belfast’s main shopping area and the new Victoria Square complex making this 148 bedroomed hotel the perfect location for a family holiday.

Families sailing from Stranraer can enjoy an action packed day trip to the Giant’s Causeway and beyond. Prices start from only £53 per adult and £26 per child and offer families the chance to discover a few of Northern Ireland’s greatest attractions including Carrick-a-rede Rope Bridge and Ballycastle. This offer includes travel by coach and entry into the Giant’s Causeway and the Carrick-a-rede Rope Bridge.

“The fun starts as soon as you step onboard,” says Nigel, “Curious George will be onboard throughout the school holidays and will be keeping the children entertained with lots of fun and games. The grown-ups can enjoy being spoilt for choice with the great range of restaurants and bars on offer and relax with family and friends taking in the breathtaking panoramic views. With the range of activities available onboard, even a day trip can make for fantastic family memories,” he added.

For further information or to book, visit stenaline.co.uk, or visit your local travel agent.

*Terms and conditions apply. Fuel surcharges apply. Children under 12 years old travel and stay for free.