25/06/2008
FERRY COMPANY FULL OF IDEAS FOR GREAT SUMMER FUN
School’s almost 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!*
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.
There are a wide range of trips on offer, including three night self-catering breaks at the Craig Tara holiday park near Ayr, which start from £505 for two adults and two kids including return travel by car on the Stena Line Superferry between Belfast and Stranraer, accommodation in a two-bedroom luxury mobile home and free entertainment, including kids’ clubs, swimming activities and shows.
Travel in July and August needn’t break the bank as one-night breaks at the Norbreck Castle Hotel in Blackpool start from just £135 per adult with kids going free including return travel by car on the Stena Line Superferry and a one night stay including bed, breakfast and an evening meal. Norbreck Castle Hotel is the perfect base to enjoy Blackpool’s many attractions from the fun of the Pleasure Beach to donkey rides on the sand.
For those who prefer their family break to be full of rollercoaster rides and adventure, thrill-seekers can enjoy a one-night break at Britain’s number one theme park, Alton Towers, from £175 per adult and the kids go free! The offer includes return travel by car on the Stena Line Superferry, one night bed and breakfast in the Express by Holiday Inn near Alton Towers and discounted entry tickets to the park.
Closer to home, the M&D’s theme park in Strathclyde Country Park near Motherwell in Scotland features over 40 major rides, including five white-knuckle roller-coasters. A return by car on the Superferry, one night’s bed and breakfast in the M&D’s Alona Hotel and discounted tickets to M&D’s costs from just £135 per adult and again children go free.
Also available is a superb day trip to M&D’s. The price of £34 per adult includes return travel on the Stena HSS, coach transfers to M&D’s from Stranraer plus an unlimited ride armband to various rides.
“The fun starts onboard the newly refurbished HSS Stena Voyager,” says Nigel, “where younger children will be kept entertained in the Curious George themed play area which features a cinema, soft toy zone and an interactive facility with touch screen technology. Older kids can spend their time in the Teen Town section listening to the latest music on a video jukebox with plasma screens and access internet stations.”
“Those who want to paper themselves onboard can call into the New York City Nails treatment zone. Treatments on offer include a ‘Manhattan Manicure’ and a ‘Treat and Tidy’ as well as neck and shoulder massages, ensuring passengers are truly relaxed when they reach their final destination. With the range of activities available onboard, even a day trip can make for fantastic family memories,” he added.
The ferry company’s day trips line-up also features outings to Glasgow from £30 and Ayr for £29 per adult. Both offers include return coach transfers to Stranraer and return HSS travel between Belfast and Stranraer. For further information or to book, click on stenaline.co.uk, call Stena Line on 08705 204 204 or visit your local travel agent.
*Children under 12 years old travel and stay for free. Children’s meals and discounted entry tickets payable where applicable. Terms and conditions apply.
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22/02/2008
FERRY YOURSELF TO HOLLAND FOR £49 FOR FIRE, FAIRYTALES AND FLOWERS THIS EASTER
For travel enthusiasts wishing to escape from the perennial Easter ennui of eggs and bunnies, Holland offers an Easter fusion of fire, fairytales and flowers. With the easiest and most relaxing way to enjoy all of Holland’s attractions being from the comfort of one’s own car, savvy travellers will bypass Easter airport pandemonium and take their motor straight to Holland.
Stena Line has two daily crossings to the Hook of Holland and a year-round motorist fare from just £49 per person or from £69 for a family of two adults and two children under 16, making Dutch delights an easy option for an Easter escape.
On Maundy Thursday - 20 March – the world’s largest and most famous flower garden opens near Lisse, just an hour’s drive from the Hook of Holland. 32-hectare Keukenhof, known as the “Garden of Europe”, boasts the flowers of approximately seven million bulbs which are planted annually at the park. Open from 8am to 7.30pm daily, Keukenhof will particularly delight garden-lovers and flower afficionados with its swathe of 4.5 million tulips in 100 varieties. Those attending the opening of the international Keukenhof flower show on 19 March will witness HRH the Prince of Orange conducting the opening ceremony, joined by Niu Youcheng, Deputy Mayor of Beijing.
From Good Friday - 21 March – visitors can enjoy a fairytale atmosphere in Madurodam at twilight when thousands of tiny lights illuminate this miniature city located within The Hague each evening. Visitors will be immersed in the fascinating Dutch folk story of Hansje Brinker and the fight against floods. Madurodam uses the most modern projection techniques for this daily water, light and laser show.
Holidaymakers seeking exhilaration over the Easter weekend itself will enjoy the Dutch traditions in the Netherlands’ eastern regions, where villagers light an Easter bonfire – or Paasvuur - in the hills at sunset on Easter Day. In order to gain a head start, people start collecting wood for the fires weeks in advance as each area tries to outdo each other by building the biggest bonfire.
To make a booking visit stenaline.co.uk, call Stena Line on 08705 70 70 70, or visit your local travel agent.
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21/07/2008
SUMMER MADNESS WITH STENA LINE
Sail away on one of four great value GB breaks
School's out for summer and whether you have excited kids to entertain or you just fancy a summer break you can sail away on one of four great value Stena Line holidays!
Take a break at the £1.5m refurbished Craig Tara Holiday Park, situated just one hour’s drive from Stranraer, where families can stay for 3 nights in self-catering accommodation with free entertainment, including kids’ clubs, swimming complexes & shows, from just £505* per family!
From only £135* per adult thrill seekers can sail to Scotland's No.1 Theme Park, M&D’s, where they can stay at the 4* M&D’s Alona Hotel and enjoy over 40 different rides or choose to visit the Norbreck Castle Hotel and experience the bright lights of Blackpool and its Pleasure Beach. Or why not sail away on a one-night break to the Express by Holiday Inn near Alton Towers from £175* per adult. All these Stena Line theme park fares include return travel on the Stena HSS by car, one night B&B accommodation and discounted entry to the theme parks.
Stena Line makes it easy for families to travel as when taking the car customers can pack in the kids, as much luggage as they wish and travel in comfort during this summer. With no lengthy queues at check-in , everyone can take a stress-free holiday with Stena Line.
To find out more or to make a booking, click on www.stenaline.co.uk, call 08705 41 41 41 or contact your local travel agent.
*Valid until 24th August 2008. Terms and conditions apply.
MEDIA ENQUIRIES: For more information please contact Stephanie Campbell of Duffy Rafferty Communications on 028 90 730 880
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21/07/2008
BOOK A BARGAIN WITH STENA LINE BEFORE IT SETS SAIL!
From £90* single for car plus TWO adults and KIDS GO FREE!
BOOK a bargain with Stena Line before Monday 28th July with a summer motorist fare from only £90* single for car plus TWO adults and KIDS GO FREE for travel until 31st August and set sail across the Irish Sea to Ireland! With school out, pack the kids and as much luggage as you want into your car and travel from Holyhead to Dublin Port, Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire, Fishguard to Rosslare or Stranraer to Belfast.
For further information or to book, click on www.stenaline.co.uk, call Stena Line on 08705 70 70 70 or visit your local travel agent.
* Travel must be booked 14 days in advance and must be booked by 28th July ‘08. Terms and conditions apply.
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17/04/2008
NEW-LOOK STENA HSS UNVEILED FOLLOWING £2m REFIT
LEADING ferry company Stena Line has launched the new-look HSS Stena Voyager following a £2m refit which was officially unveiled to the Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Jim Rodgers, during a sailing from Belfast to Stranraer.
The onboard improvements on the HSS Stena Voyager vessel include an expansion of the popular Stena Plus service with a 160-seater lounge at the front of the vessel which includes comfortable leather seating, new toilet facilities and a separate family area which now houses Playstation 3 consoles.
Other improvements include a new treatment zone in association with New York City Nails, the addition of two new barista coffee houses, a metropolitan bar stocked with continental beers, wines and cocktails and an extended quiet lounge which seats 170 passengers. All toilet facilities on the ship have been revamped too.
For the children there is an expanded Curious George themed play area with kids cinema, soft toy zone and interactive facility with touch screen technology. In addition there is a Teen Town section where teenagers can listen to the latest music on the video jukebox with plasma screens and access internet stations.
Stena Line’s head of onboard services on the Belfast-Stranraer route, Stephen Bryden, said the onboard improvements emphasise the company’s commitment to ensuring passengers continue to sail in comfort.
“We are dedicated to providing a comfortable crossing and continuing to improve our onboard services. Those travelling with Stena Line can rest assured that they will have an enjoyable travel experience.
“Customers can start their holiday early with Stena Line as they can enjoy a manicure or back massage in the treatment zone, a cappuccino in the coffee house or a comfortable seat to relax in the refurbished Stena Plus lounge. What’s more, passengers don’t have to worry about extra check-in or baggage charges, they can simply pack the car and drive on.”
The Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Jim Rodgers, believes the £2m investment shows Stena Line’s dedication to tourism in Northern Ireland.
“Tourism in the province has continued to grow and it is dedication from organisations such as Stena Line that has enabled this to happen. The excellent quality services I have seen onboard today demonstrate the commitment Stena Line has shown not only in ensuring customers have a comfortable, enjoyable experience, but also to tourism in Northern Ireland.”
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16/06/2008
GREAT VALUE SUMMER THRILLS AND SPILLS WITH STENA LINE
Theme Park breaks from just £100 per adult and kids go FREE!
As schools close up for the summer and families prepare to get away, Stena Line is offering customers the chance to sail away for fun and frolics in Britain’s top theme parks where KIDS GO FREE! The leading ferry company is offering great value packages to M&DS Theme Park in Strathclyde staying at the Alona Hotel from just £100 per adult for one night and just £135 for two nights. Young and old can get their kicks at Alton Towers staying at the Express by Holiday Inn Stoke from just £140 per adult for one night and £179 for two nights or hang on to those kiss-me-quick hats on the rollercoasters at Blackpool’s pleasure beach with a short break at the Norbreck Castle Hotel from just £100 per adult for one night with additional nights costing just £35 per person and kids go free.
For more information or to book log on to www.stenaline.co.uk/hotelbreaks, call 08705 41 41 41 or visit your local travel agent.
*Valid for travel up to July 4th 2008. Up to two children under 14 can go free when sharing with two adults.
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14/07/2008
GREAT DAYS OUT FOR AGRICULTURALISTS FROM JUST £30 PER ADULT!
Budding agriculturalists throughout Northern Ireland will not want to miss out on the latest day trips on offer from leading ferry company Stena Line. From just £30 per adult customers can travel to key advents in Scotland’s agricultural calendar.
Sail to the Stranraer Agricultural Show which takes place on Wednesday July 30th, 2008 from just £30 per adult and £23 per child (2-15 years) or spend a day away at the Wigtown Agricultural show on Wednesday August 6th, 2008 from just £34 per adult and £25 per child.
Both agricultural shows provide a terrific day out for all the family and include a wide range of events and entertainment from an agricultural display of dairy cattle, beef cattle, sheep, Clydesdale horses, hunters, riding horses and ponies to trade stands, a craft fair, home crafts competitions and pet shows.
The above fares include return travel on the Stena HSS from Belfast at 0735 and returning from Stranraer at 1950, show admission and transfers to the show grounds*.
For more information click on www.stenaline.co.uk/daytrips, call 08705 204 204 or visit your local travel agent.
*Day-trippers will make their own way back to the port in the afternoon / evening when they travel on the Stranraer Agricultural day trip. The Wigtown Agricultural day trip includes the transfer from the show back to the Stena HSS.
MEDIA ENQUIRIES: For further information please contact Stephanie Campbell of Duffy Rafferty Communications on 028 90 730 880.
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13/06/2008
ENJOY A FAMILY HOLIDAY IN IRELAND THIS SUMMER!
Fill your car and take the family on a hassle free summer holiday with Stena Line!
Enjoy a family holiday in Ireland this summer with leading company Stena Line from only £750* for TWO adults and TWO children. This fantastic price includes return travel on the Stena superferry from Holyhead to Dublin port or Fishguard to Rosslare, seven nights’ accommodation in the beautiful Castlerosse Hotel, Killarney and breakfast. This offer is valid until 4th July, after this time high season supplements apply. To book go to www.stenaline.co.uk/hoteldeals or phone 08705 74 74 74 or visit your local travel agent.
* Terms & conditions apply. Fuel surcharge of £10 per car single journey.
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MEDIA ENQUIRIES: For further information please contact Fiona Brown of Duffy Rafferty Communications on 028 90 730 880.
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13/05/2008
STENA LINE SLASH FARES TO IRELAND IN TIME FOR SUMMER!
Prices from £80* single for TWO adults and KIDS GO FREE!
Leading ferry company Stena Line is giving customers even more reason to set sail across the Irish Sea this summer and enjoy a family holiday in Ireland with a fantastic cut-price fare from only £80* single for TWO adults and the kids go FREE!
Forget about cramped leg room, baggage charges and putting the contents of your hand luggage in a plastic bag and enjoy the freedom of sailing with Stena Line and packing as much luggage as you want into your car!
With the choice of sailing from Holyhead to Dublin Port or Fishguard to Rosslare, customers can start their holiday as soon as they step onboard the modern Stena Superferry. 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. Customers have the additional luxury of upgrading to the Stena Plus lounge and not to be left out, the kids can play away until their hearts are content in the various kids’ play areas and they may even be lucky enough to bump into Curious George who makes regular visits onboard.
To take advantage of this fantastic fare, customers must book before 21st May and travel by 4th July. For travel between the 5th July to 31st August, TWO adults can take the car from only £100 single* and the kids go FREE!
For further information or to book, click on www.stenaline.co.uk, call Stena Line on 08705 70 70 70 or visit your local travel agent.
* Travel must be booked 14 days in advance. Terms and conditions apply.
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MEDIA ENQUIRIES: For further information, please contact Fiona Brown of Duffy Rafferty Communications on 048 9073 0880.
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12/05/2008
DON'T SEND YOUR PET AROUND THE BEND SAYS STENA LINE
Leading ferry company urges travellers to take their pets on holiday and works with leading animal psychologist to help holidaymakers do it safely.
Leading ferry company Stena Line is encouraging its customers to spare their pets the psychological distress of being left behind when the family goes on holiday. Working with animal psychologist Dr Roger Mugford, the ferry company has found that animals can suffer separation anxiety if left in boarding kennels when their owners go on holiday.
According to research, animals left in boarding kennels away from the security of the people and places they know are prone to suffering from angst known as “separation anxiety”. This can take the form of howling, barking, loss of bowel control, chewing, or a mixture of all four.
Dr Mugford, Britain's leading animal behaviourist and psychologist, said, “Pets require more than just a balanced diet, a constant supply of fresh, clean water and safe place to play and exercise; they need companionship for at least part of the day.
“Left in unfamiliar environments, pets have been known to reach levels of depression that verge on hysteria so I have teamed up with Stena Line to educate holidaymakers that there is a viable alternative to leaving pets with relations or in kennels and to offer some guidance to ensure that holidaying with pets in Europe can be stress-free and enjoyable for everyone.”
Lars Olsson, Stena Line's general manager of travel for the UK, said, “We are keen to encourage holidaymakers to take their pets with them on holiday as the findings of animal psychology experts have corroborated our suspicions that pets left in boarding kennels can suffer genuine mental health issues.
“We also want to help people to ensure that their pet travels as safely as possible so we have asked Dr Mugford to work with us to devise a set of simple travel safety guidelines.”
In June 2007 Stena Line upgraded its onboard kennels - now the largest on the North Sea - to cater for the needs of the significant proportion of passengers wishing to travel accompanied by their pets on the £10 pet fares to Holland. Owners could also choose to leave their pet in their vehicle throughout the crossing if they prefer. Lead-in fares for adults start at £49 per person one-way for car including driver.
In 2007 Stena Line carried 1,301 dogs and 117 cats between Harwich and the Hook of Holland as part of the pet travel scheme and the refitted kennels ensure that the levels of onboard comfort enjoyed by Stena Line’s four-legged passengers match that of their owners. With pet wellbeing in mind, the kennels are well ventilated, spacious and located in a quiet area of the vessel.
The travel tips devised by Dr Mugford can be found on Stena Line’s website at www.stenaline.co.uk with more information about Dr Mugford on his own site www.companyofanimals.co.uk
All pets travelling between Harwich and the Hook of Holland must have a valid pet passport. More information can be found at www.defra.co.uk
If travelling to Holland, animal lovers can check-in to the Hotel Ibis in central Amsterdam, known for being pet-friendly and offering pet prices from just €5 per night.
To make a booking visit stenaline.co.uk, call Stena Line on 08705 70 70 70, or visit your local travel agent.
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11/08/2008
SAIL TO DUBLIN FOR STYLE IN THE CITY WITH TRINNY & SUSANNAH!
From only £58* per adult with Stena Line
Forget Milan, London, Paris and New York, Dublin is officially the new fashion capital of the world! Fabulous fashionistas Trinny and Susannah are hosting Ireland’s premier fashion and beauty event of the year, ‘Style in the City’ in association with Audi. Set sail from Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire onboard the stylish Stena HSS fastcraft from only £58* per adult and you can experience a day of glamour, pampering and style advice from the beautiful location of Merrion Square Gardens.
This event is a must for all glamorous gals wanting to get top tips on this season’s fashion and beauty must-haves. Join the fashion glitterati at the seated catwalk show featuring a unique view of Autumn / Winter ’08 collections from top fashion houses and designer boutiques that will whisk you into the echelons of the style elite. What’s more, see Trinny and Susannah up close and personal in the live Style Academy as they bring their television show to life.
This fashionable fare includes return day trip travel by foot on the Stena HSS fastcraft, return DART travel to Dublin Pearse Station and entry into ‘Style in the City’ on 12th, 13th or 14th September.
For more information or to book your trip to this must-see event, log on to www.stenaline.co.uk/style, call 08705 70 70 70 and quote A427 or visit your local travel agent.
*Terms & conditions apply. Service fees apply to non-web bookings. Available for adults 16+ years. Book by 31st August 2008. Subject to availability.
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MEDIA ENQUIRIES: For further information, please contact Fiona Brown of Duffy Rafferty Communications on 028 9073 0880
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11/08/2008
SAIL TO DUBLIN FOR STYLE IN THE CITY WITH TRINNY & SUSANNAH!
From only £58* per adult with Stena Line
Forget Milan, London, Paris and New York, Dublin is officially the new fashion capital of the world! Fabulous fashionistas Trinny and Susannah are hosting Ireland’s premier fashion and beauty event of the year, ‘Style in the City’ in association with Audi. Set sail from Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire onboard the stylish Stena HSS fastcraft from only £58* per adult and you can experience a day of glamour, pampering and style advice from the beautiful location of Merrion Square Gardens.
This event is a must for all glamorous gals wanting to get top tips on this season’s fashion and beauty must-haves. Join the fashion glitterati at the seated catwalk show featuring a unique view of Autumn / Winter ’08 collections from top fashion houses and designer boutiques that will whisk you into the echelons of the style elite. What’s more, see Trinny and Susannah up close and personal in the live Style Academy as they bring their television show to life.
This fashionable fare includes return day trip travel by foot on the Stena HSS fastcraft, return DART travel to Dublin Pearse Station and entry into ‘Style in the City’ on 12th, 13th or 14th September.
For more information or to book your trip to this must-see event, log on to www.stenaline.co.uk/style, call 08705 70 70 70 and quote A427 or visit your local travel agent.
*Terms & conditions apply. Service fees apply to non-web bookings. Available for adults 16+ years. Book by 31st August 2008. Subject to availability.
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MEDIA ENQUIRIES: For further information, please contact Fiona Brown of Duffy Rafferty Communications on 028 9073 0880.
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11/07/2008
CURIOUS GEORGE™ GETS SHIP-SHAPE WITH STENA LINE
Parents looking to entertain the kids this summer and avoid any monkeying around need look no further than leading ferry company Stena Line. The travel company of the year has the answer for harassed parents as kids favourite Curious George™ has arrived onboard.
Not only that but, with Stena Line’s summer sale offering customers the chance to grab a bargain and set sail to Britain from only £90* single for a car and two adults with ALL CHILDREN GOING FREE, families can save up to £82 return for travel up to 31st August.
The Curious George™ character will appear in full costume, every day during the school summer holidays. Kids travelling onboard will also receive Curious George™ goodies, including an activity sheet to colour in, windmills, badges and for children travelling in Stena Plus, backpacks and keyrings other branded treats.
There will also be the opportunity to win a family holiday to Universal Studios Hollywood on most Irish Sea sailings with an onboard kids colouring competition. This money-can’t-buy prize will include a VIP tour to meet the Curious George™ animators.
Little monkeys will feel right at home onboard as Stena Line’s children’s areas have been recently remodelled on a Curious George™ theme and offer lots of fun games and activities to keep them amused on the short journey between Belfast and Stranraer.
Kids will know George from the 2006 film (starring the voices of Drew Barrymore and Will Ferrell) and the TV series of Curious George™ broadcast on ITV in which museum guide Ted travels to Africa in an attempt to obtain an ancient ruin that could save his struggling museum. Instead, Ted brings back a mischievous, childlike monkey who inadvertently causes all kinds of trouble for him.
For more information about Stena Line sailings, click on www.stenaline.co.uk, call 08705 204 204 or visit your local travel agent. Non-lander crossings are available from £15 per adult and £11 per child.
Stena Line is the market leading ferry company on the Irish Sea. The company offers over 30 daily crossings on its five different routes from Ireland (Belfast to Stranraer, Larne to Fleetwood, Dublin to Holyhead, Dun Laoghaire to Holyhead and Rosslare to Fishguard).
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10/06/2008
STENA LINE EASES PAIN OF RISING FUEL COSTS
Ferry company lifts doom and gloom with start of summer sale
AS today’s worrying economic climate continues to grab the headlines, ferry company Stena Line has set out to lift some of the doom and gloom by announcing details of a summer sale which enables customers to save £60 on a return car crossing to Ireland.
Stena Line is offering customers a welcome chance to save almost 30 per cent on standard brochure fares by travelling on the company’s Superferries from Holyhead to Dublin Port or Fishguard to Rosslare.
The special summer deal offers customers the chance to travel to Ireland from just £80* single for a car and two adults, with children travelling free of charge – provided the booking is made before June 20 for travel by July 4.
Prices for travel from July 5 to August 31 start at just £90* single for a car and two adults, with children, once again, travelling free.
With savings of £30 per single trip, compared to brochure prices, Stena Line Communications Manager Nigel Tilson claims the deal is a welcome boost for travellers in the current climate.
“Nowadays consumers are feeling the pinch as a result of rising fuel costs such as oil, gas and electricity, not to mention the knock-on effect that these have had on general pricing of day to day household goods,” he explained.
“We ourselves have been forced to introduce a small fuel surcharge on our crossings from June 16, having absorbed the increased costs for as long as possible, but to ease the pain for customers, we’ve put together an offer that will still save them a considerable amount of money if they book by June 20.
“Our deals offer unbeatable value for families who can pack their cars without worrying about additional baggage charges and enjoy a relaxing travel experience,” he added.
For further information or to book, click on www.stenaline.co.uk, call Stena Line on 08705 70 70 70 or visit your local travel agent.
* Terms and conditions apply. Fuel surcharge per vehicle of £10 single applies from June 16 2008.
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09/06/2008
LET THE TRAIN TAKE THE STRAIN WHEN YOU TRAVEL WITH STENA LINE
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Rail and Sail fares from just £21pp!
Northern Ireland travellers will have a smile on their faces when they take a look at Stena Line’s Rail and Sail fares for summer 2008. Customers can let the train take the strain and visit the city of their choice in Britain from as little as £21* single with leading ferry company Stena Line and First ScotRail. Customers can jet across the Irish Sea in style from Belfast to Stranraer on the Stena HSS and then hop on the train from Stranraer Port to a range of destinations in Britain, including the shoppers’ paradise Glasgow from just £21 single, the university city of Dundee from just £25 single or England’s capital city London from just £43 single. By using Stena Line’s Rail and Sail fares customers sit back and enjoy the ride as they travel to their selected destination. And to make the journey even more special, Senior Citizens and young people who are Railcard holders can avail of special reductions when they book a standard Rail and Sail fare with Stena Line. For more information or to book visit www.stenaline.co.uk, call 08705 455 455 quoting rail or visit your local travel agent.
*Single Apex fare to Ayr, Glasgow and Edinburgh. All advertised fares must be booked at least 2 days prior to departure
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MEDIA ENQUIRIES: For further information, please contact Stephanie Campbell of Duffy Rafferty Communications on 02890 730 880.
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08/06/2008
STENA LINE GEARS UP TO FERRY SUMMER BIKERS TO ASSEN
With single motorcyclist fares from just £36, Stena Line expects to entice hoards of bikers over to the 78th Dutch motorcycle Grand Prix
Stena Line, Europe’s leading ferry company, is gearing up for a repeat of its 2007 motorcycle traffic which witnessed a sharp peak on the route between Harwich and the Hook of Holland in June. Around 23 per cent of motorbikes that crossed over to the Hook of Holland in 2007 were in June whilst approximately 64 per cent crossed in the period between May and July.
With Stena Line offering single motorcyclist fares from just £36, coupled with considerable motorbike storage capacity and onboard facilities to safely strap the bikes onboard and minimise risk of damage, ferry travel is the logical way for bike enthusiasts to head to the roads of Holland. An added focal point for bikers are the World Superbike and the Dutch Grand Prix, the 78th Assen TT on Saturday 28 June 2008, competitions.
The Assen TT, part of the MotoGP World Championship, attracts a range of classes, from 125 cc to 250 cc and the MotoGP. The atmosphere also makes the event a draw for non-motorcyclists – Assen has a capacity of 100,000 spectators, including 60,000 seats. Spectators can buy adult tickets from just 40 Euros, whilst children under 13 can get a standing place for free and youths from 13 up to and including 15 are admitted for only 15 Euros.
Travellers wishing to avoid the masses at Assen can enjoy the rest of Holland’s flat roads by motorbike, avoiding parking difficulties and benefiting from the best way to see the sights of this beautiful country. Motorbiking offers the optimal way to enjoy the highlights of Holland, from cruising alongside Amsterdam's canals to marvelling at Rotterdam's spectacular architecture.
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07/05/2008
STENA LINE RELOCATES TO NEW TERMINAL AT BELFAST PORT
Passengers urged not to miss the boat by going to the old Terminal!
Stena Line has set sail to a new location as the leading ferry company opened a brand new luxury ferry terminal that literally brings Scotland closer to Belfast.
Built by the Port of Belfast, the new £37 million, three-storey terminal has been built on reclaimed land at the seaward end of the Port, enabling Stena Line to relocate its Belfast operations to Victoria Terminal Four (VT4), over two miles closer to the Scottish coast.
The move meant a moonlit flit for Stena Line as the company and its staff switched operations last night in preparation for the HSS Stena Voyager to make the first sailing from the new port at 07:35am this morning. Passengers are reminded to access the new terminal via junction 1/ Fortwilliam Roundabout on the M2, following the signs for Docks (N) Stena Line.
Complete with state-of-the-art facilities including a coffee shop, lounges, a viewing gallery and dedicated facilities for HGV drivers, the new 35,000 ft terminal will provide Stena Line customers with an excellent facility from which to travel to Scotland and a great welcome into Belfast.
“Last year, passenger numbers increased by 1% to 1.2 million, while 275,000 passenger vehicles were also handled, said Stena Line Irish Sea area director Michael McGrath.
“With this in mind, Stena Line want to encourage our customers to keep travelling by ferry by ensuring that they feel that sailing on Stena Line is the premium way to travel.
"The HSS Stena Voyager has just undergone a £2m refit, most of which was focused on the passenger areas and with VT4 now being the first impression of Northern Ireland for people travelling in from Scotland and the last thing they see as they sail out, it is fitting that it is one of the most modern terminals in the UK.”
Joe O’Neill, the Port of Belfast’s Commercial Director added:
“At almost £40m the new facility at VT4 is one of the largest engineering projects which the Port has undertaken and it will play an important role in our plans to double the Port’s capacity by 2025.
“Passenger and freight traffic are important sectors for the Port and the new terminal will help maintain Belfast as the leading gateway to Northern Ireland and the rest of the island.”
Passengers, whether on foot or in cars, will benefit the most from the move, with Stena promising a more streamlined embarkation and disembakation and even more ways to relax onboard while travelling between Belfast and Stranraer.
Stena Line is the market leader on the Irish Sea, offering the biggest fleet and the widest choice of routes from Ireland to Britain, including Belfast to Stranraer, Larne to Fleetwood, Dun Laoghaire and Dublin Port to Holyhead and Rosslare to Fishguard. The company carries over three million passengers on its Irish Sea routes each year, more than its rival operators combined.
To be one of the first to travel from the new terminal log on to www.stenaline.co.uk, call 08705 70 70 70 or visit your local travel agent.
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04/08/2008
ENJOY AUGUST BANK HOLIDAY IN DUBLIN !
From only £24* per adult with Stena Line
Leading ferry company Stena Line is offering customers the opportunity to set sail and enjoy the last summer bank holiday of 2008 with a day trip to Dun Laoghaire from only £24* per adult travelling by foot! Set sail from Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire onboard the luxury Stena HSS fastcraft and visit Ireland’s hip capital for some sightseeing, shopping or the traditional bars.
Those who would like to treat themselves to an overnight stay can do so from only £79* per person. This fantastic price includes return travel by foot including return DART rail to Dublin city centre and one nights’ accommodation with breakfast in the contemporary Ballsbridge Inn & Ballsbridge Towers Hotels. Visitors wishing to extend their stay can do so for only £35 per person, per night and £20# per child per night.
These hotels make a great base for exploring Dublin as they are only a leisurely stroll from the main shopping area of Grafton Street and are surrounded by many of the city’s finest restaurants and bars.
For more information or to book your trip to Dublin, log on to www.stenaline.co.uk/daysaway, call 08705 70 70 70 or visit your local travel agent.
* Foot passenger web fare to Dun Laoghaire. Service fees apply to non-web bookings. * Price is per person per night based on two adults sharing. Travel is by foot on the Stena HSS from Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire. Subject to availability. Valid for travel until 31st December 2008. # Children are under 14 years of age.
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MEDIA ENQUIRIES: For further information, please contact Fiona Brown of Duffy Rafferty Communications on 028 9073 0880.
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04/04/2008
ENJOY A BIT OF LUXURY AS YOU SAIL WITH STENA LINE
STENA LINE customers can avoid the stress of flying with its lengthy check-in, baggage charges and lost luggage horror stories, with an altogether different experience on the Stena HSS.
Passengers travelling on the luxury Stena HSS from Belfast to Stranraer can look forward to a spot of pampering during their travel, as the leading ferry company has installed a New York City Nails treatment zone onboard.
Treatments on offer include a ‘Manhattan Manicure’ and a ‘Treat and Tidy’ as well as neck and shoulder massages, ensuring passengers are truly relaxed when they reach their final destination.
Director of New York City Nails, Tiernan Lynch, is confident that this is just the start of what will be a perfect business marriage between two companies who are both forward-thinking in their trade initiatives and customer service driven in their desire to offer only the highest quality facilities to their clients.
“New York City Nails are delighted to be partnering with Stena Line in this new venture. We are confident that with the introduction of a New York City Nail bar on board the HSS Stena Voyager that we can provide a further affordable luxury service. We hope that this will be the beginning of a long and mutually beneficial relationship for both our companies.”
Stena Line’s head of onboard services Stephen Bryden welcomes the new facility which he believes will enable passengers to relax even more whilst onboard.
“We are delighted to be able to offer customers the opportunity to relax with a manicure or a massage when they travel with Stena Line. We are continuously looking for new ways to ensure we provide an enjoyable experience and there is no better way than a bit of pampering as you sail across the Irish Sea.”
To book an enjoyable travel experience with Stena Line, log on to www.stenaline.co.uk, call 08705 70 70 70 or visit your local travel agent.
Stena line is the market leader on the Irish Sea, offering the biggest fleet and the widest choice of routes from Ireland to Britain, including Belfast to Stranraer, Larne to Fleetwood, Dun Laoghaire and Dublin Port to Holyhead and Rosslare to Fishguard. The company carries over three million passengers on its Irish Sea routes each year, more than its rival operators combined. Stena Line’s new VT4 Terminal in Belfast is opening on Wednesday 7th May and promises to cut journey times and provide easier access to the M2 motorway.
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