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Mini Moon Packages at Fota Island Resort Cork

Tuesday, April 16th, 2013

A Mini Moon is the perfect way for couples short on time or funds to enjoy a romantic getaway or honeymoon.

Ideal for newly-weds that need to postpone the expense of a major honeymoon trip, but dream of a romantic interlude to celebrate their special day, a “Mini-moon” can be just as intimate, fun and relaxing as a two-week break, but won’t stretch your finances to the limit or require you to take off all your working holiday allowance.

Looking for a mini moon in Ireland, then why not spend your mini-moon at the luxury 5 star Fota Island Resort Hotel Cork. Enjoy a four night bed and breakfast stay in one of our luxurious bedrooms or suites, many of which offering a stunning view over the renowned Fota Island Championship Golf Courses, island woodlands and open parkland. All of our rooms have air conditioning, a private safe, in-room bar facilities, flat screen televisions with movies on demand, complimentary internet access and deluxe bathroom amenities with Rainforest showers and complimentary bathrobes and slippers to use whilst staying here.

The Mini Moon at Fota Island Resort also includes dinner on two nights of your stay with us at the wonderful Fota Restaurant Cork, as well as VIP Spa passes to our luxury Spa, a couples massage and complementary prosecco accompanied by chocolate dipped strawberries upon arrival.

So where better to spend a romantic mini moon and receive a 5 star treatment than the luxurious 5 star Fota Island Hotel – Five Star Resorts Ireland. For more information please visit: Mini Moon Packages Ireland

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A Truly Delightful Wedding Showcase

Thursday, February 28th, 2013

On Sunday 24th February the highly anticipated 2013 Wedding Showcase took place at the Fota Island Resort.

Wedding Showcase at Fota Island Resort CorkGreeted by a red carpet welcome, a concierge in top hat and tails and with a harpist playing in the foyer, we welcomed over 160 brides and their supportive spouse, parent or friend to our exquisite wedding venue in Cork, which had been dressed and decorated for a luxury wedding.

As guests made their way through of fantastic facilities and talked to the 52 wedding suppliers, they were treated to free pizza, ice cream and choice food samples, as well as samples our very own pastry chef truly scrumptious Rachid’s chocolates.

Waiting to transport guests from our Luxury Cork hotel to our fantastic golf clubhouse, which offers a uniquely different setting for intimate weddings was a collection of wonderful vintage and classic cars, all decorated with ribbons and each with its dressed to impress chauffer, and once inside our Cork Golf Club House, guests were treated to a complimentary tea or coffee and a homemade cake.Miss Cork at Fota Island Resort Wedding Showcase in Cork

Making a surprise appearance was the newly elected Miss Cork, who had only been awarded the titles the night before and a selection of models from Pulse Models, who were dressed in some of the supplier’s amazing collections.

A fantastic day all round, everyone involved, whether guest, supplier or staff thoroughly enjoyed themselves and for us here at Fota Island Resort it was a pleasure to have had the opportunity to meet so many blushing brides-to-be.

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Marry in 5 Star Style at the Luxury Wedding Venue – Fota Island Resort

Tuesday, February 19th, 2013

Fota Island Resort is one of Ireland’s leading five star wedding hotels and idyllic wedding locations, nestled at the heart of a peaceful island, surrounded by gorgeous scenery in County Cork.

The beautiful Fota Island Resort lies in a 780 acre estate with avenues lined with magnificent oaks and sycamores to meet the visitor at the gates and lead them through this tranquil retreat, the Fota Island Resort really is the most picturesque wedding venue in Cork.

A glorious combination of elegance, amenities, natural beauty, serenity and service in one of the most outstanding hotels in Cork and the most idyllic of settings on the Irish Coast, this could be the location for your dream day.

As this forthcoming Sunday 24th February, the Fota Island Resort shall be opening up its doors and inviting all nearly weds and recently engaged couples to join us at our wonderful Wedding Showcase.

Dressed for a lavish wedding our terrific 5 star accommodation options will be available to view, allowing you to picture every aspect of your wedding day. The resorts friendly team will also be on hand to answer any questions and to ensuring that you are well supplied with delicious canapés, starter, main-course and dessert samples to keep your strength up!

An ideal opportunity for nearly-weds to view our idyllic Cork wedding venue, the Fota Island Resort Wedding Showcase is an invaluable resource for those tying the knot presenting every possibly service and suggestion from the finest photographers, stationers, wedding planners, jewellers, department stores, travel agents, musicians, makeup artists, bridal wear specialists, hair stylist, cake makers and much more!

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Romance, Love and Dreams Come True at Fota Island Resort Cork

Tuesday, February 12th, 2013

A day for romantics everywhere – it shall be soon Valentine’s Day and all over the world expressions of love and romance shall be shared in chocolate, candy, flowers, cards, gifts and loving gestures big and small.

A special day that over the years has become more than the sending of anonymous cards, heart shaped chocolates and red roses, Valentine’s Day has become instead a popular day for popping the big question of marriage. Whether the question is put simply in words whilst on bended knees, written in a card or asked live on local radio, there is no question that there is something extra special and romantic about a Valentine’s proposal.

Old romantic souls ourselves, here at the Fota Island Resort Hotel Cork would like to hear all about your proposals and ideas for your big day and invite all couples choosing this most romantic of days to get engaged to join us at our wonderful Wedding Showcase taking place on Sunday 24th February.

An ideal opportunity for nearly-weds to view our idyllic wedding venue in Cork that’s nestled at the heart of a beautiful and serene island just 8 miles from the bustling city centre. The Fota Island Wedding Showcase is an invaluable resource for those tying the knot presenting every possibly service and suggestion from the finest photographers, stationers, wedding planners, jewellers, department stores, travel agents, musicians, makeup artists, bridal wear specialists, hair stylist, cake makers and much more!

Taking place here from 12 noon – 5pm, why not before you visit us on Sunday 24th February view our fabulous new Wedding Packages, which outlines options for menus, drinks and canapés for your big day.

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Exclusive Wedding Showcase at Fota Island Resort Cork

Tuesday, February 5th, 2013

Cork’s most exclusive wedding showcase is taking place here at the Fota Island Resort on Sunday 24th February from 12 noon – 5pm.

Fota Island Cork Wedding Venue Showcase 3An ideal opportunity for brides and grooms-to-be to view our idyllic Cork wedding venue location nestled at the heart of a beautiful and serene island just 8 miles from the bustling city centre. The Fota Island Wedding Showcase is an invaluable resource for those tying the knot presenting every possibly service and suggestion from the finest photographers, stationers, wedding planners, jewellers, department stores, travel agents, musicians, makeup artists, bridal wear specialists, hair stylist, cake makers such as Karinas Cakes, florists such as Wonderous Wedding Florists and much more!

At the Fota Island Resort Hotel in Cork you can choose from a variety of wedding styles to suit your special day, whether looking for a venue for a large lavish family wedding or a small intimate traditional wedding. We really can cater for all sizes and tastes; offer a variety of choices – from our deluxe Smith Barry suite – which with its dramatic chandeliers, grand fireplaces, two bars, unobstructed views and large terrace, can comfortably hold 300 people for dinner. To the stunning function room at our Cork Golf Club House, an appealing space for intimate weddings of up to 120 guests with elegant décor, comfortable surroundings and picturesque views overlooking the Deerpark Course.

Consistently voted a firm favourite with the regions brides and grooms to be, and renowned for glamorous weddings, the stuff of every brides fantasy, where all the important details are never overlooked, our wedding Team at the Fota Island Resort under the guidance of Fota’s secret weapon – Susan Lavelle, who has been shortlisted for Wedding Coordinator of the year for 2 years running and an expert in arranging all elements of some of the country’s most wonderful weddings have it covered!

This Sunday, dressed for a lavish wedding our terrific 5 star accommodation options will be available to view, allowing you to picture every aspect of your wedding day. The resorts friendly team will also be on hand to answer any questions and to ensuring that you are well supplied with delicious canapés, starter, main-course and dessert samples to keep your strength up!

The ultimate venue for your special day, the intimately private Fota Island Resort surrounded by gorgeous scenery and mature woodlands exceeds expectations. So be sure that join us on Sunday 24th February.

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Wedding Showcase 2013 at Fota Island Resort Cork

Thursday, January 17th, 2013

Taking place on Sunday 24th February from 12 – 5pm here at the luxurious wedding venue in Cork is our renowned Wedding Showcase.

An ideal opportunity for all nearly-weds and newly engaged couples to start organising their special day, the Fota Island Resort Wedding Showcase is an invaluable resource for all those soon to be tying the knot.

Fota Island Cork Wedding Venue Showcase 3Bringing a collection of the finest suppliers together at our hotel in Cork, brides and grooms to be will be able to talk through ideas for all aspects of their wedding, from the venue, food, flowers, bridal gowns, make up, jewellery and cars, to photographers, entertainment, invitations, honeymoon and favours!

Our picturesque location, stunning surroundings and five star luxurious facilities shall be dressed for a glamorous and stylish wedding, giving guests the chance to view our function rooms, luxurious bedrooms, deluxe suites and lodges. What’s more our friendly, experienced and dedicated team will be on hand all day to answer any queries, whilst our talented chefs and function staff hand out delicious canapés, starters, main courses and desserts samples to ensure our guests keep their strength up.

We will have more information and news about our February Wedding Showcase over the following weeks, so be sure to regularly check out our blog or follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

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Another Successful Fota Island Wedding Showcase

Thursday, September 6th, 2012

On Sunday 2nd September with the sun finally shining, our much anticipated Wedding Showcase took place here at the Fota Island Resort in Cork.

We had approximately 140 brides in attendance throughout the day, each one accompanied by a supportive spouse, parent or friend, and as they arrived to our exquisite wedding venue in Cork they were greeted by a red carpet welcome, an awaiting concierge in a top hat and coat tails and a complimentary glass of champagne, wine or sparkling water.

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Inside, guests could talk to the finest photographers, stationers, wedding planners, make-up artists, bakers, jewellers, department stores, travel agents and musicians, as well as availing of free manicures at our very own Leisure and Spa stand, enjoying a complimentary tea or coffee and a sweet treat in the clubhouse and spend some time talking to our wedding coordinator and her team about the wedding packages at Fota Island Resort.

Guests were also able to access and attend our very popular wedding forums; Wedding Planning by Karen Buchanan, Hair and Make Up Advice by Leonard Daly, Menu Planning by our very own Executive Head Chef Craig Coady and Travel and Honeymoon Destinations by Linda Cronin of Lee Travel.

Also in attendance and mingling with guests throughout the day was the Cork Rose of 2012, Brid Ryan, who posed for pictures and chatted with guests and our male and female models, who were dressed in some of the supplier’s amazing collections.

Outside the main doors waiting to transport guests from our Cork hotel to our wonderful golf clubhouse, which offers a uniquely different setting for intimate weddings was a collection of exquisite vintage and classic cars, all decorated with ribbons and each with its dressed to impress chauffer.

We couldn’t have wished for a more perfect day, the sun was shining, spirits and attendance was high and everyone involved, whether guest, supplier or staff thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

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Fota Island Resort Cork present their Wedding Showcase

Monday, August 27th, 2012

Taking place here at the wonderful wedding venue Cork, the Wedding Showcase at Fota Island Resort returns to yet again inspire and excite you this September, from 12pm – 5pm on Sunday 2nd September.

Proving popular with newlyweds, the Wedding Showcase is an ideal opportunity for those soon to be tying the knot to begin organising their special day as we gather and source all under our Cork Hotel roof the finest photographers, stationers, wedding planners, make-up artists, bakers, jewellers, department stores, travel agents and musicians. Including; Clifford Designs Wedding Stationery, Diamond Bridal and Sorrento Beauty.

With all these wedding suppliers on hand for the day showcasing their services, you will get an idea of how they can all go to help make your special day that one to remember and what’s more we will also be running a forum full of specialist experts that will provide you with advice and top-tips on what to choose for your menu, hair and make-up, travel and wedding planning.

Our exquisite wedding hotel shall also be dressed to impress for a glamorous and stylish wedding and brides (and grooms) to be will be able to view the Smith Barry Suite, our luxurious bedrooms, deluxe suites and impressive self catering lodges. We will even be arranging for a luxury limousine or vintage car to whisk you away from the hotel to our Clubhouse, a stunning conversion of old stone farm buildings that provides an intimate yet beautiful alternative option for a wedding reception.

If you have any questions or would like to ask questions before the event, contact us at 021 488 3700 and on the day our friendly team including banqueting, events and sales staff shall be on hand to answer any questions,  show you around and ensure samples of delicious canapés, starts, main courses and desserts are available.

We look forward to meeting you all at the showcase.

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Fota Island Wedding Showcase Cork

Monday, August 20th, 2012

Eliminate the pre-wedding stress and nerves for your upcoming nuptials and allow Fota Island Resort – wedding hotel Cork, to inspire, entertain and excite you with the return of its highly anticipated Wedding Showcase happening on 2nd September from 12 – 5pm.

Our Wedding Showcase proved last time to be an invaluable resource for those tying the knot and gave our happy couples the opportunity to speak to the finest photographers, stationers, wedding planners, make-up artists, bakers, jewellers, department stores, travel agents and musicians all in one place! Each showcasing their top services designed to create the perfect wedding day.

There will also be four seminars taking place, where experts will provide top tips, advice and suggestions on the following: Menu Planning, Make-Up & Hair Advice, Travel Destinations and Wedding Planning.

Taking place here at the exquisite Fota Island Resort – Hotel in Cork, our friendly team will also be on hand to help assist you and answer any questions you may have. To find out more information about the Wedding Showcase please contact +353 (0)21 488 3700

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