PARENTS struggling for cost-effective ways to fill the half term break should look no further than Stena Line who has put together a great list of suggestions to help keep the children entertained.

For a fun packed self-catering break from only £210* per family Stena Line offers apartments stays in Dublin, a perfect base from which to explore the city and its tourist attractions. Families can also travel to the fantastic Trabolgan Holiday Village from only £375* for two adults and up to four children. Famous for its magical surroundings, excellent facilities and range of indoor and outdoor activities, children will be amazed as their favourite TV characters join the Trabolgan Bluecoats for a dazzling line up of shows, with Fireman Sam making his debut in 2011.

STENA LINE HAS JUST THE TICKET! Ruby Weir (3) from Bangor gets set for half-term with the help of Stena Line’s Neil Palmer as the leading ferry company announces it has plenty of options for parents struggling to find cost-effective ways to keep the kids entertained.

Or why not take advantage of the great hotel breaks Stena Line has to offer with a wonderful choice of city and rural locations throughout Ireland. The hotel breaks start from only £59* per adult, per night (minimum stay 2 nights) including travel, accommodation and breakfast and in many of the hotels on offer kids can travel and stay for FREE#.

Stena Line also offers a fantastic Day Trip from Holyhead to Dublin Port or Fishguard to Rosslare by car where you can spend up to 24 hours in Ireland soaking up the unique sights, shopping and culture. This trip starts from just £120 for a car and driver and £24 for each additional passenger.

For families that would like to stay for longer and explore Ireland at their leisure, Stena Line offers a fantastic car fare from only £69* single for a car and driver. By taking the car customers can bring all the luggage they need for their half term break and won’t have to worry about any additional charges involved with flying such as baggage charges, check-in charges, airport parking and car hire.

Half term fun starts as soon as you board Stena Line with a great choice of restaurants and bars to choose from, free Wi-Fi and movies on offer, Curious George for the kids and a fantastic gift shop which offers great savings on fragrances, spirits and lots more!

Stena Line’s communications manager Eamonn Hewitt, says the ferry company understands the strains parents are under during the half term holidays.

“The half term holidays are a great way for families to spend time together. But given that the kids are only off school for one week, a short break or day trip away are the ideal solutions to making the most of the holiday. That’s why we have put together this great selection of ideas to help entertain the whole family, that won’t cost a fortune, and we have something to suit everyone.”

For further information on getting away with Stena Line this half term or to book, click on www.stenaline.co.uk, call Stena Line on 08447 70 70 70, visit your local Stena Line office or travel agent.

* Subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply.
# Pay hotel directly for any meals taken.

MEDIA ENQUIRIES: For further information, please contact Stephanie Todd of Duffy Rafferty Communications on
048 9073 0880.