Here are our fantastic Water-based Activities!

Surfing

Catch a few waves while surfing off the coast of Ireland. Surfing may not be one of the easiest things to master, but it’s great fun building up to it. And once you do catch your first proper wave, the feeling of achievement is immense! Surfing is great fun and it’s a great experience if you’ve never done it before. Surfing has also become one of Ireland’s top team-building activities. For this activity your group will have fantastic surf instructors who will help you and guide you on the proper technique. Then you’re free to try those new skills and try to catch your first wave.

Boat Tour – Water-based activities

Not everyone is up for getting wet so if you and your group are looking to relax and unwind while out at sea then a Boat Tour is the option for you. Set sail with your friends and learn the history of the area from a unique vantage point. You might even get to have a few drinks while on the boat. As well as getting to relax and unwind you’ll also get to see the amazing scenery and coastline of Ireland from the sea. It’s an amazing experience and one that we’re sure will leave everyone happy.

Cruise on the River

Similar to the Boat Tour, a Cruise on the River is also an opportunity for you and your group to relax and unwind. The only difference is that this time you’re on a river rather than at sea. You’ll take in some of the incredible scenery that Ireland’s towns and cities have to offer from the vantage point of the river. You’ll also get to chill out and have a relaxing time with your group. So kick the feet up and enjoy yourselves.

Dolphin Watching – Water-based activities

Fancy seeing some Dolphins? Well, now you can! Yep, Dolphin Watching is a very popular activity and it’s a chance to get out to sea and take in some fresh air. You’ll not only see dolphins but also turtles, falcons, razorbills, and maybe even basking sharks. Dolphin Watching is not to be missed out on.

Rib-Trip

Have you ever been on a Rib before? It’s one of those boats that you see Scuba Divers or the Coastguards use. They travel at high speeds and have great maneuverability. They can also take each and every bump that the sea throws at them. Take a trip out on a Rib and you’ll get the heart racing and the adrenaline pumping.

How do these Water-based activities sound to you? If you’re interested in booking one of them for your group then all you have to do is email us on info@bigpotatoes.ie and we’ll help you get it booked.

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Here are the incredible Outdoor Activities!

Paintballing – Outdoor Activities

Paintballing is a great team-building activity so it’s highly recommended for larger groups. Your group will be split into two teams and will compete in games such as Capture the Flag and Trench Warfare. It’s a lot of fun as you run around looking to take out the other team using only your quick thinking and your paintball gun equipped with lots of paintballs. Choose your strategy beforehand though. Sometimes it’s best to stay on the move as you run and gun your way through the course. Other times it might be best to take things a bit slower and plan your tactics with your team. The choice is yours but you’ll have lots of fun either way!

Karting

Karting is another activity that brings great fun to any group. Whether you’ve got a small group or a large group, this is the perfect activity for you! Race all your mates and vie for the ultimate bragging rights as you weave in and around them on the racetrack. One of the best things about Karting is that no previous experience is needed. The karts are super easy to get used to because there are only three things to remember: the accelerator keeps you going, use the brake before turning to avoid spinning out, and use the steering wheel to take the turns well. It’s super easy to get the hang of and you’ll all be racing like you’re in Mario Kart in no time…minus the banana skins of course.

Adventure Centre

A trip to an Adventure Centre is super fun and it’s a great way to do the things you wouldn’t normally do. Adventure Centres feature things such as Zip Lining, Rock Climbing, Archery, Orienteering and also Team Tasks. You’ll be working together, supporting each other and egging each other on as you face each obstacle. For this reason alone, an Adventure Centre is a fantastic choice for a team building activity. So face your fears, bond with friends and get the heart racing with an Adventure Centre. It won’t disappoint!

So how do these amazing outdoor activities sound to you? If one of them sounds like the right activity for your group then all you have to do is contact us. Pop us an email on info@bigpotatoes.ie and we’ll help you get your preferred activity booked! We look forward to hearing from you.

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We have already talked about the benefits of team building activities. Now, how about our top 5? There are so many incredible team building exercises you can do. It was tough to narrow it down! But low and behold our top 5 team building activities. You and your team will have heaps of fun and reap the rewards ten times over!

Paintball :

Paintball is a sensational way for teams to work together. Each group is divided into two teams who must battle it out. A dynamic will form where the members of each team work together to win. It is exhilarating and can get pretty intense! Your team will love the rush. And, the connects they form while playing this high adrenaline game will transfer into how they communicate at work. And that aside, who doesn’t love getting covered in paint!?

Karting :

Tearing up that karting track is one high octane way to have fun! Dust off those cobwebs and head out for some super fun go-karting. This team building activity is perfect for the team that might be cooped up in an office most of the time. Or, even if your team just loves getting stuck in to something energetic!

Escape Rooms :

Escape Rooms are becoming an incredibly popular team building activity. Why? Firstly, because it stimulates some serious team work energy. Secondly, the group thinks creatively to solve puzzles to escape a room. To up the anti, they are working against the clock. This trendy team building activity is where it is at!

Bubble Soccer : 

This next level game will blow your teams mind. Ever heard of Zorbing? No? Well basically you are strapped into a giant bubble and left to roll around a designated area. Bubble Soccer is when  you are part of a team of people in this situation, playing another team in a game of soccer! If you haven’t seen it already, you should check it out.

Foot golf :

Ah foot golf, the noble sport. Like golf but not as fusty and dusty. It is definitely an upgrade to the original game! The rules are similar to regular golf. The only difference is, you guessed it – you use your foot to kick the ball. No more carrying around heavy caddy bags full of golf sticks you haven’t a notion of how to use!

Whatever you choose to do for your annual outing, our top five is a great place to start. This ultra trendy list of team building activities will give your team something to look forward to! And, something to reminisce about.

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You and your team have been through thick and thin. Experiencing those highs and lows together throughout the season has brought you closer together. Here are our top 4 reasons why your soccer team should have a night away. You deserve it!

Strengthen Bonds :

Catching up with one another off the pitch is a great way to strengthen those bonds. You all have such a great time together, why not dedicate some time just for having the craic? Soccer is a sport that requires a lot of focus. Even though it seems like you and your team are just having fun, you are actually working hard to achieve a goal…literally! So blow off some steam and remind each other how much you like to laugh. Of course this is going to be the first reason of top 4 reasons why your soccer team should have a night away.

Blow off steam :

A night away from it all can do you the world of good! We all have hectic lives. From family commitments to work, we juggle a lot. Having an excuse to head away for a night can be just what the doctor ordered. You and your team will return home renewed and ready to take on those every day challenges with fresh eyes. So blow off some steam with your comrades and be better for it! An excellent way to do this is by trying out a new activity! Check out our top team bonding activities for inspiration.

Visit somewhere new :

Exploring a new place and having a new experience is what it is all about! Make those amazing memories with the team you are proud to be part of. Head to somewhere in Ireland you have never been before. No one has been everywhere! Whether it is that scenic sea side town or majestic waterfall, make the time to see it with your team. Chances are you visit different towns for matches on a regular basis. Ever wondered what any of those towns would be like to visit off duty? Find out for yourself!

Marking occasions :

Marking special occasions for your team is super important. You all worked hard to win a match and want to celebrate? Team night away! Or, maybe you didn’t win the game you were training for. In that case, a team trip away can perk you all right back up! It is also a perfect way to welcome a new member or members to the team. Equally, it is a great way to say goodbye to a member who is leaving. Playing as part of a soccer team is like being in a family. Celebrate those iconic moments, no matter what they may be.

So whatever you and your team deicide to do, remember these four reasons. If you are planning your first team trip away, we are sure you will have such a blast you won’t ever need an excuse again!

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Turning 40 for a lot of people means reaching a personal peak of sophistication. You have levelled up. Opting for the more expensive wine is now a thing. You have crafted a timeless personal style. And, you almost never forget to turn on the sacred immersion. Celebrate the myriad of achievements your colleague has made inside and outside of the workplace by throwing them a bespoke birthday bash that chimes with their approach to life! Check out our 40th birthday weekend trip ideas. They will feel appreciated and happy to work in such a supportive environment.

Outdoor Activities

If your colleague is full of zest and life and ready to keep those energy levels up for the next 40 years, a weekend trip full of activities is the one for you. They want to breathe some life into themselves and those around them. As far as 40th birthday weekend trip ideas go, a super fun outdoor activity trip is something that could hit the nail on the head for many! A trip to an Adventure centre would quench any ones thirst for adventure! From zip lining to rock climbing, the variety of activities means that there is something for everyone.

Relaxing Activities

Maybe your colleague is one to enjoy the finer things in life. They know how to relax and repose and they are ready to stave off those wrinkles until the bitter end. A weekend of rest and relaxation sounds like heaven on earth for them. Put your feet up in unison at a luxury Spa weekend away. When is there literally ever a better excuse? Your colleague works hard and deserved a relaxing start to this iconic age. A Spa day would allow your colleague to peacefully enter this phase of their life with calm and a feeling of zen. And, massages and facials are always welcomed – at any age!

Creative Activities

Is your colleague a creative person? Do you often catch them doodling or do they have an interesting screensaver of a piece of art? In that case, a weekend trip that includes something that will unleash their inner artist will be the perfect way to celebrate this landmark age. Art can be at the same time exciting and peaceful for a lot of people and is a total crowd pleaser. Therefore, everyone will be able to get stuck in and try to make their own personal masterpiece, or even just play about. Another thing about turning 40 is that you might have a new found comfort with yourself and your body! Embrace this new found embracement of the physical form by Painting a Nude. This activity may even inspire a giggle from your inner child too.

Whatever you decide to surprise your colleague with, make sure that it is something that they will love. You may have worked together for many years and know exactly what will excite them! Or you could ask a few subtle questions to find out. Our 40th birthday weekend trip ideas are a great jumping off point that will steer you in the right direction! So get planning the 40th birthday surprise of a lifetime.

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So your hockey team have been playing together for 5 years and you want to celebrate. Or maybe, your soccer team won a championship and a well deserved holiday is on the cards! Perhaps one of your team members are leaving, or several new team members have joined. In these, and many other cases – Team Weekends Away are the one. Bond with the team you experience all of those highs and lows with in style. You and your team will reap the rewards of an activity like this for many reasons.

The Craic!

Team Weekends away have many benefits. Firstly, they are a breeding ground for hilarious anecdotes. These will be exchanged over post-game pints for years to come. Memories will be made. In-jokes will live on through the season. And, many a belly laugh will be had. Just think of how many times you have been reminisced to yourself about jokes made and laughed at inappropriate moments! That is what it is all about. The moments that make your sides ache from laughing.

Outdoor Activities

Secondly, this incredible bonding experience transfers into your game play. Strategies are easily communicated and understood. There is an unspoken language that allows your team to psychically interact as they play. Therefore, hitting up some super fun outdoor activities will show your team just why they are so strong! New connections are made when you change up the game you are playing. New cognitive processes will be established. In addition, a day spent on a dirt buggy is a super exciting and trendy way to get out there and get the adrenaline flowing. Your team might take to it like ducks to water.

Unleash your Creative Side

Thirdly, getting away from it all is amazing for your mental health. A team trip away that focuses on unleashing inner creativity is cathartic and rewarding. Your team will return home relaxed and renewed, with a piece of amazing (or questionable!) art to have in their home. Playing with a team, no matter what the sport – is a creative pursuit. Therefore, you think on your feet and come up with new ideas all of the time. Team Weekends away that nurture this facility are super beneficial. And, your team will feel as though they all achieve something individual and that’s important too! Pottery making is a super therapeutic and relaxing way to engage with your creative side. Maybe someone will sculpt a trophy for a team mate! Or, print the team crest on a vase.

So whether you are going to tear it up on the dirt buggy track, or make like Patrick Swayze in Ghost and sculpt a masterpiece – you are going to have the craic. Strengthen the friendship in your team, embrace new members and say goodbye to old ones. And, celebrate victories and have fun with one another. Above all, your team are connected. In other words, they are a cracking bunch! Take plenty of photos for your locker room or training space. Most importantly, remember this incredible time.

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Within the run up to the Christmas season it is important that we decorate our work stations at the office. When you are in the run up to the final few weeks of the Christmas season. It is important to embrace and enjoy the festive season. This is our- Decorating your work station for the Christmas season.

Baubles 

 Your job probably involves working on a computer for some of the tasks that need to be completed on a daily basis. You can hang baubles on the dividers around your workspace to help people get into the Christmas spirit. These decorations will brighten the office for the festive season. 

Tinsel 

Some people may like this idea but some people do not like using tinsel. This can be used to put around the edge of dividers which are scattered all over the office.  This is one of the many disagreements between people at Christmas. Tinsel brightens up the office with lots of different colours for the festive season.   

Mini Christmas Trees 

With many of us having different types of Christmas trees in the office and in our homes. Within many clubs, society’s and work places it is important that you understand unless you are the very lucky ones many places cannot fit the normal sized Christmas tree service in the office. It is more likely that you will be only able to fit a small Christmas tree which is very important. 

Mini fairy lights 

A relatively cheap way of brightening up the office for the festive season. Fairy lights come in all different shapes and sizes. They will hang off anything from shelves to doorways etc. They’re available in a range of different colours, perfect if you want to get a theme going in the workplace.

Conclusion 

When you are putting up your Christmas decorations it is important that people get into the festive season and enjoy all the Christmas time with their families. When decorating our homes and workplaces we would use the traditional decorations e.g. mini fairy lights, baubles and tinsel. Some of these items can be purchased very cheap and can be picked up very easily in the run up to the Christmas seasons.

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It is very important that people wear Christmas jumpers in the run up to the busy season. Many of  us like to get into the festive spirit. Some people like to put up their Christmas decorations in their homes or offices. It is important to express your festive spirt. Many workplaces wear their Christmas jumpers in order to raise money for homeless charity’s. This is our- Christmas Jumpers Yes Please.  

Supporting a local charity 

Many people are very giving in what they can afford in the Christmas season. This is seen when the workplace chooses a charity that will benefit from the Christmas jumper day. This is an annual charity day which a large collection of workplaces get involved in raises much needed funds for the local homeless charity’s.

Getting into the festive spirit

Many of us enjoy wearing their Christmas jumpers to the many different types of events we will attend over the Christmas period. Some of these events will be festive get togethers. Many people wear the jumpers to the Christmas night out over the month of December and some people wear them for catching up with friends and family. It is important that you enjoy the festive spirit and relax in the busy season ahead. 

Increasing popular items 

Christmas jumpers have only become popular in the last few years. When they were first brought into shops they were not very popular items and now have become part of our great family Christmas traditions. This is now one of the traditions of which people have said that they wish to hold onto going into the future. Some people have family pictures with all of the family including the dogs all wearing jumpers.  

Conclusion 

It is very important that we keep these great family Christmas traditions alive within our family and celebrate our traditions each year. This is one of the most important tradition’s within people’s celebrations.    

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It is important when planning a team building exercise that you factor in things such as skills which may be transferable to life outside of the workplace and can be used in a more practical element in the day to day  life. This is our- Cooking for a team building exercise. 

Strong bonds developed

When you are going to get your team together to complete your activity it is important that you communicate. Especially when you’re cooking, not everyone will have the same skill levels as some of the people within the class. It offers a chance to help and assist others in completing tasks. This strengthens the bonds of the company. These bonds grow even stronger in the office environment when working as part of a team work project. 

Sharing ideas 

When you are in a cooking environment you will be asked to do certain tasks.  These tasks can be done in a number of ways. When people are completing these tasks you will be sharing and explaining to other members of staff how you usually conduct these tasks on a daily basis. This can be done in a office environment when you are trying to communicate and work as a team. 

Showing off Talents 

In an office environment it can be very difficult to get a sense of some of the people’s skills from the workplace. Unless you work in a kitchen. These skills can be shown in a range of the ways in the team building day.  Many people in the lunch room or canteen bring in some delicious foods. Leaving us very impressed by their cooking skills.

Conclusion 

Overall, some of the skills that I have mentioned above we take for granted in completing the tasks within a office environment. Some of company’s have poor communication between the different departments. These are   a fun solution to your problems from a management side and some from a staff side which they get to know each other.

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Lots of people get into the Christmas Cheer by wearing Christmas Jumpers in the run up to the busy season. Many of us like to get into the festive spirit. Some people like to put up their Christmas decorations in their homes or offices. Some people even put them up as early as the first week in November. It’s a nice way for them to express their festive spirit in the run up to the Christmas season.

But what else makes Christmas Jumpers so special?

Supporting a local charity

Many workplaces nowadays hold a charity fundraiser on a workday where everyone can come to work wearing a Christmas Jumper. Christmas Jumper Day is a day that lots of people working in offices look forward to because it adds a nice atmosphere to the office and can lift spirits. Donations are taken on the day and the proceeds go to a local charity. Christmas time is very much a time for giving, and while wearing Christmas Jumpers is only a small token, the money raised in the background keeps in line with the giving nature of this time of year.

Getting into the festive spirit

There are many different events that come up over the Christmas period and most of them are Christmas related. Sometimes these events will have a dress code to wear either a Christmas outfit or a Christmas Jumper. But even when there is no dress code stated, people still like to wear Christmas Jumpers because it helps them to get into the festive spirit. It helps them to become relaxed and enjoy the festivities. It’s a magical time of year so a simple thing like wearing a Christmas Jumper can help people to feel that magic.

Christmas Jumpers are increasingly popular items

Christmas jumpers have always been very popular items, but they get more popular by the year. They have become one of our great Christmas traditions both at home and in the office. Wearing Christmas Jumpers is one of the traditions that people want to hold onto going into the future. Some people go all out for their family pictures with all of the family including the dogs wearing Christmas jumpers. It’s a great thing to see because it adds to the Christmas spirit!

Wearing a Christmas Jumper is, at its core, a relatively simple idea. But behind the idea is the magic of Christmas. It helps people to get into to festive spirit and it can even help to raise funds for charity. On top of all that, it’s a fantastic Christmas tradition that seems to become more popular by the year.

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Many workplaces do a Christmas party which is the highlight for the year for people. But here are some of the Christmas party horror story’s. Here are some of the top three things not to do in a Christmas party. This is our Christmas party Horrors. 

When your significant other drinks too much 

When working at a large company and your partner is also invited to go to party. The one thing that may go wrong in your plan is when you are fully aware not to drink too much but your partner might forget.  It is important that they don’t start talking about embarrassing stories or graphics scenes. As this could damage your image in the time within the company.

Hurting yourself  at the Christmas party 

When you are in the workplace Christmas party the event which people have waited all year for   people will get all dressed up going to the event. There was an event happened when someone started dancing and did damage to her wrist. She ended up going to her parents which she asked their advice about her damaged wrist and ended going to the local accident and emergency department which is extremely congested with people in the winter season. The person spent over 20hrs in hospital until she was discharged. 

The limelight stealer 

When your original plan for the Christmas party is to have a alcohol free night it is important that you stay calm. Many company functions they have certain tradition’s such as the managers making the traditional Christmas speech to his employees, someone was sitting down and after drinking a few shots. The speech is very long and no end is in sight. You start to get uncomfortable and start to move around. You fall off your seat and result in creating a scene and stopping your managers speech. 

Conclusion 

These are some of the worst things that can happen on a Christmas party try not to top worst than this. 

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30 is a huge milestone that needs to be celebrated properly with friends and family. Here are our favourite 30th Birthday activities.

Silent Disco 

This is a type of an event which has become increasingly more popular in the last few years. This is an event when you’re in a room with lots of people. Everyone is wearing wireless earphones which are tuned into the laptop. The same music is then played on all of the devices at the same time. This is to replace the traditional disco with the large speakers playing music. This is popular with 30^th birthday party’s as people will have their friends and family all in the one room together.

Escape Room 

This is when the members of a group are all locked in a room and they have to solve lots of different types of puzzles. These include clues to get items which can assist them to try to escape from the room. This event is for the person who is turning 30 and enjoys different types of challenge’s. This is very popular for team building as well.

Paintballing 

If you are looking for a fun and enjoyable party for the whole family, paint balling is where you should go. Take time out of your normal everyday life to try something you don’t experience on a daily basis. When you go paint balling you get camo clothes. You are allowed to shoot and take a base and you are given a certain amount of paint bullets. You have an option to take the shelter and being able to sneak up on people and take fire on them. This is a very enjoyable experience for everyone.  

Outdoor adventure centre 

When a group of people go to an outdoor adventure centre to complete activities such as stand up paddling boarding, surfing and canoeing. These are some of the many examples a group of people can complete in the many outdoor adventure centres scattered all over the country. This is a very popular activity for a big birthday event with their friends or family. 

Conclusion 

The most important thing to do is something that is memorable for someone’s 30^th birthday as they will remember this special day for the rest of their life.

For more ideas and suggestions on parties and social events visit our website.

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When you are a teacher, there are other teachers spread throughout classrooms in the school. A large portion of the workload is connected with another class. It is essential that teachers have gone through some team building exercise’s on a night away.  Here are the top four reasons Large staff numbers , cooperation between teachers ,  long workload , busy seasons. 

Large Staff Numbers 

In many schools all over the county this is a growing problem. That the amount of students are increasing and putting greater demand on the amount of teachers needed. In some areas of the city there might be three or four teachers all teaching the same class or subject. Some members of staff only know staff by their first name and know very little about the person. Even though they might be in the same area each day. When you are completing a team building exercise it will is important to get to know people that you may not have met before.

Co-operation Between Teachers 

When you are working in a school environment it is important that members of staff get along. As during the school year you will need assistance for the different tasks you need to complete. To get to know someone well you will be required to take 24hrs away from your busy day. This is so you can go away to stay in location overnight and get to know work colleagues as a team. In a school environment, team work and cooperation is one of the main building blocks. 

Long Workload  

When many people think of a teachers profession they are always saying it is a very easy job and you only work less than half of the year. The best thing of all is the holiday as you get midterm off and Christmas and midterm and Easter and summer holidays. Even though it may sound very easy on paper it is very difficult to complete the required information in a very small allocated time frame. As many teachers will know there are very limited resources.  When you are on the night away completing a team building activity it is very important to relax and unwind with work colleagues. As this helps group to mix better.

Busy Seasons 

When in the run up to the busy seasons like Christmas and Summer. You will be faced to rely on the help from different people within the staff more as this will be the time of the year where you are completing Christmas concerts or summer test.  It is very important that you know your fellow staff members well so that you can ask for their advice and help throughout these busy periods. 

Conclusion 

It does not matter what size your school is, whether it’s a big or small school to complete a team building exercise is vital for staff to mix as a group. A teacher will always be able to offer assistance to help out a fellow member of staff. 

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The Five Top Christmas Songs

1. Fairytale of New York
2. Christmas Shoes
3. White Christmas
4. Do They Know It’s Christmas
5. Last Christmas

So if you’re sitting around the office and are looking for some great Christmas songs then carry on reading because this is a list of our Top Five Songs for the Office at Christmas Time.

Top Christmas Songs:

Fairytale of New York

Many people who have spent Christmas in Ireland have heard of Fairytale of New York. This is a very popular song with so many people knowing the original song is the best Christmas song of all. This is one of the arguments that people have every Christmas as to which singers are the most impressive. The different opinions that people have are what make the most enjoyable song what it is in the run up to Christmas.

Christmas Shoes

This is a Christmas song I wouldn’t have discovered if it weren’t for the Christmas FM radio station which goes on air in the month of December. This is a song that everyone can relate to. The story is that of a young child that is buying a last minute gift for their mother or father and the child does not have enough money. This is a problem which people can empathise with. Many different people may have their own children which may experience these same problems and for this Christmas Shoes is a very relatable song.

White Christmas

Many people have grown up with the classics from the start of Christmas. White Christmas is a golden classic for many of us which will never be replaced by modern songs. White Christmas was released by the singer Bing Crosby and it’s a song that has been around since the start of many Christmas traditions.

Do They Know It’s Christmas

Do They Know It’s Christmas is another big Christmas classic which may be found in many Christmas memories. This a Christmas song about the famine which had taken place in Ethiopia which happened between the years 1983-1985. They had also recorded a more recent soundtrack that marked the anniversary of the event in Ethiopia for the thirtieth anniversary. Many people enjoy the newer song better than the older one as singers such as Ed Sheeran, Olly Murs and One Direction take part in the modern version. Do They Know It’s Christmas is one of the very popular songs that’s played over the Christmas period. However, there are people that think the older version is much better than the newer version of this great traditional Christmas song.

Last Christmas

Last Christmas is a song about a broken heart but instead of it being a sad song, it gives us a sign of hope. It’s a song that reminds us about things such as Christmas trees and snow blankets around the house. Last Christmas also reminds people of their loved ones that may no longer be with them by remembering the Christmas experiences they have given us over the years.

This Has Been Our List of Top Christmas Songs!

It is important to relax and enjoy different traditions with family over the Christmas season. This is a very busy season for many of us that are trying to travel to different parts of the world to see friends and family which may live abroad.

Christmas songs can bring us all together at this time of year and make us feel closer to the ones who aren’t around. That’s all part of the magic of Christmas!

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When you are your friends are turning thirty in the next few weeks this is a big occasion and must be celebrated adequately. This big event will only be celebrated one. Many people celebrate with going away for a few days with close friends or family. This is our 30th Birthday Fun.

Surprise Weekend Away 

Many people are very close with their brothers and sisters. When your planning a surprise trip away for your brother and sister 30^th Birthday.  When your trying to decide what to buy your presents to buy for the 30^th birthday. People buy weekends away from you’re their busy schedule as this gives them a chance to unwind and relax with your friends and family . One of the most important choice is locating a weekend away for a cheap price .

Relaxing  

When your going away for your friends or family’s surprise trip on a weekend away from the busy week or few months which may have been happening . Another factor is getting a getting people from your relations including your friends. When you are a on weekend away it is important that you factor in relaxation and don’t have a jam packed weekend which allows for unwinding and taking it easy for a day or two. 

Catching up with friends 

It doesn’t matter if your going away with your friends or going away with there brothers and sisters it is important that people have to catch up as many people have little time to communicate with each other. It is also very important to catch up with people that may have lost touch with or haven’t be able to catch up in the last few weeks. 

Discover New places 

For many of us going on a trip to a foreign country is very changeling for us as money can be very difficult to source and can be very difficult to make ends meet. Many people are lucky that they can pick up cheap flights and stays in (air BNB or hotel) . when you are booking to go away for someone thirty birthday many of us unfortunately have to factor in budget to the cost as this is a major deciding factor. But if you have the right company it doesn’t matter where you go once you have the right company you will a very enjoyable time. 

Conclusion 

When someone is coming close to their 30^th birthday you will be sorting and narrowing down the different places you could decide to go. You will start saving for your destination which you will be visiting. It is important you also make a list of activity’s you wish to complete during your trip. 

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Many people believe that listening to music in the workplace can boost morale.  In the run-up to the Christmas season it is important that staff feel that they are allowed to celebrate Christmas in the workplace. This can be done by putting up Christmas decorations around work spaces in the office. Here are the top 4 reasons why we should allow Christmas FM in the workplace.

Boost Morale 

It is important at Christmas time to boost morale for staff when their lives are extremely busy. In the run up to Christmas they are buying gifts for friends and family while going about their daily lives. When people hear Christmas music on the radio it makes them happy. Many people enjoy the classics such as Fairy-tale of New York and Christmas Shoes. When listening to the radio many people have stories to tell of when they were growing up listening to the songs.

Enjoying yourself 

Many Irish people who have grown up in different parts of Ireland know Christmas FM. It has become an Irish tradition with many tuning in every year to celebrate the joy of Christmas. Christmas FM  connects family that may be celebrating Christmas abroad.

Getting into the Christmas Spirit

When completing the Christmas tasks in the workplace it is a good idea to relax and unwind even during the lunch break. Sing the along to the Christmas songs on the radio. With some people travelling to friends and family to celebrate Christmas.

Supporting Charity 

In the run up to Christmas many charities will be advertising to support their annual giving donation services. Christmas FM is a non-profit radio station. They support a different charity each year and all profits from this radio station will be donated to this charity. Many people donate to this radio station as they enjoy the songs and wish to help a needy charity in the process. This is also a great Irish Christmas tradition for many Irish families to donate to the less fortunate during the festive season. 

Conclusion 

Many workplaces do not allow staff members to listen to radio stations in the workplace. I would highly recommend this to change as it is very important for people to stay in touch for the festive season. 

For more ideas and suggestions on Christmas in the office visit our website.

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Finding a gift idea for a manager can be quite challenging for a member of staff within a company. It is very difficult for members of staff to see what interests the manager may have as you would not discuss what hobbies or interest’s he or she may have. You could decide to buy them a small gift to get them into the Christmas spirit and try and lighten the mood in the last few days before the holidays kick in. Here are some of fun gifts to buy your manager at Christmas.

Novelty Cups 

Many of us drink tea and coffee on a daily basis with many of us drinking it three or four times a day. When thinking of a present to buy your boss if you see a funny memo or picture or cartoon character which they may be interested in or has been mentioned previously it might be a idea to buy the cup as he could use this in one the many trips to the canteen during the day. These types of items are available to buy in many of the different shops scattered all over the country or even online in many of the websites if you are pressed for time. 

Inspirational Quotes 

Many of our workspaces have now dividers separating us from our other work colleagues. Many staff members try and personalize their own work area so that they can feel more at home as we spend much of midweek time in this space in the workplace it nice to feel like we belong in an area.  Quotes have become increasingly popular in the last few years with much of this relating to enjoying life to the full. Many people choose their favorite quotes as the phone homescreen as this could be printed and framed and hung in their workspace.  

Desk Stationery 

Many supervisors or managers have bigger offices than normal staff members and can display they’re achievements on their desk. Some managers display pictures of the family for example partner or children. Some people enjoy putting funny objects on the desks such as I am “busy call back later” and “don’t annoy me”. People enjoy these gifts and are widely available in many of the bookshops available all over the country. 

Novelty Stationary 

When your boss or manager is in charge of specific departments, they will use the different types of stationery such as rubber bands and sellotape and tum tacks. these are the usual office stationery which is available in hundreds of stores all over the country.  But why leave someone use ordinary stationery when they can use festive stationery. 

Conclusion 

It is important that the manager of the company is to feel valued to the company and especially from the different staff in your department. 

For more info and ideas on all things office Christmas, Why not visit our website.

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I think it’s very important that you have Christmas decorations on display in the office environment. We spend a large proportion of our week in an office. So, it is nice to know that you are feeling valued and that you are getting into to the festive spirit. Here are the top four reasons why we love Christmas decorations in the office. Getting into a festive spirit, office is getting a face lift, a human side to Christmas , Christmas buzz.

Getting into the festive spirt 

When completing tasks in the workplace, it is very important that we enjoy getting into a festive spirit. We must ensure that people get into the happy and caring season of Christmas. Many of us think the most important thing about Christmas is to increase the amount of time being spent with our friends or family. When your connecting with friends from workplace it is very nice to get the office decorated and get into the giving season. 

Office getting a face lift 

When you’re in an office environment it can get very typical that you will get sick of looking at the same walls and fixtures when spending five days a week there. It’s nice for a change that there are some new editions to the workplace. Such as a Christmas tree and other festive decorations. It also brings out people’s different personality’s. Because in certain peoples family’s they may have certain tradition that they have done every Christmas since they were young.

A human Side to Christmas 

Many of us today associate Christmas with getting and receiving Christmas presents. Sometimes we forget that the main reason for Christmas is to spend time with friends and family. Many people have lots of happy memories of Christmas growing up. Some associated with putting up the decorations and putting up Christmas lights. When staff members take time out of their busy schedule to put up decorations, it gets people into a happy and festive mood. which is important in the run up the most popular time of the year. 

Christmas Buzz 

For many people it is start of Christmas when for example when the Coca Cola Christmas Ad is being shown on the T.V.  For others, when the Christmas lights and decorations are being turned on their local town. Many people get into the festive Christmas spirit when decorations go up in their workplace or in their homes. This is small step in your budget for the year but will increase staff morale.

Conclusion 

We think it is very important that if funding is tight within a business, there should be some Christmas decorations displayed as it will bring a good buzz around the office and will also increase production.

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 It is very important for staff to be able to relax and unwind with the friends from work . We  spend much of our time during the year in the workplace and it is very important for people to be in a comfortable setting in the workplace. If people don’t feel comfortable it will reduce productivity and reduce the morale within the company. Here are the top four reasons of why Christmas night outs are important , relaxing , mixing with work colleagues , finding yourself, connecting with friends. Why we love Christmas night out with the work gang. 

Relaxing 

 After completing your hard year of work with only 20 days annual leave at most in a typical company.   It is very important to take time during the day even if its only 15 mins for lunch. To relax and unwind with a cup of tea or coffee. This is especially important when a Christmas party night is organized it is important that you attended and enjoy the night . You have worked hard all year and deserve the night out. 

Mixing with work colleagues 

 This event would be very important if you have only joined the company and this is a very good way for a person to get to know people. It is also important for people within the company to get to know other people in the company.  Many times people just stick to their close friends and don’t communicate with other people from the group it is important for everyone in the group to get to know each other.

Finding yourself

 When you are relaxing and unwinding in the office it is important that people try and relax don’t be nervous or saying I am not going to that stupid Christmas party like many of us . We will enjoy it in the end.   Its just many of us don’t like the thoughts of going to meet with people from work even though you will enjoy it thoroughly in the end. 

Connecting with your friends 

 When you are in a workplace environment it is important that you have friendship’s and connections with other people, if this doesn’t happen the workplace would be a very dull place. It is important that people have strong friendship’s which develop during the Christmas party as in many company’s this one of the most important event during the year.  Many people get to know each other during this event . This makes work some bit enjoyable when you have good friends and connections with people. 

Conclusion 

 This is a very important event in the calender as many people look forward to this event every year. Many of us take for granted spending time with our close friends and family. But some of us might not have a chance to visit family this Christmas if they have emigrated abroad. This means the Christmas party is very important for people as they will have very little contact with people during Christmas. 

For more ideas and suggestions on office outings and parties visit our website.

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This yearly event encourages men to grow moustache’s in order to save their bro’s. This promotes testicular cancer, prostate cancer and suicide. This is a charity event happens every November. It promotes men to talk about different problems they may be having personally and in the work place. Here are the top four reasons why Movember is important. Raising funds for charity, social gathering, talking about problems and raising awareness.

Raising funds for Charity 

When male members of staff are going to grow moustche’s. They will be doing charity events and will receive sponsorship cards which friends and family can contribute to. The money raised will be going to important charities such as the Irish cancer society and the Movember charity.

Social Gatherings 

A great idea for money raising is to hold a charity night during the work week to relax and unwind with work friends which you may not have socialised with before, as many of us a very busy in the midweek rush. 

Talking about your problems 

We all know talking about your problems is a huge part of work life. These problems usually are discussed with other members of staff which you are close or have a strong friendship. People are so willing to listen  to the problems you may be facing and will be able to provide some advice which may help. This also promotes positive mental health in the workplace which increasingly important. 

Raising Awareness 

Many of us know someone in our friends our family who has been effected by cancer. There is also a strong likelihood that many of us would know friends or family who has been effected by suicide. The most important part is asking for medical advice when it is needed and not to be waiting and putting the task off till it’s too late. The other important task is to talk about things are going on in your life and talk about any problems you may be facing. Many people are very reluctant about talking about these types of topics but are better off for doing so. 

Conclusion 

It’s very important for staff to feel that they belong and valued in a company. These are one the ways this can be done about talking to each other about different problems and raising awareness about the movember events and what it stands for in your company.

For more ideas and suggestions on how to encourage office involvement why not visit our website.

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Christmas parties are time to relax and unwind after the busy weeks in the run up to Christmas. Some people look forward to this time in the year when they catch up with friends and family. A lot of families have relatives living abroad who come home for Christmas.  This is our- Top 4 Christmas Parties in Dublin.

Cooks Academy  

This is where you learn how to cook different meals and desserts. Furthermore, you will be shown how to cook different meals such as Christmas finger food and turkeys. They also run different types of seasonal wine and food matching classes. 

Brooks Private Cinema 

Sometimes people just want to relax and unwind in the run up too Christmas. This company provides tailor made packages. The Brooks provide popcorn and cocktail package for a night to celebrate with your colleagues. You choose the movie and bring your own DVD if you like.

The Irish dance people

This is a night which will remembered in your mind forever. The award winning show has been highly recommended by different company’s. As a group you will see Irish dancing and Irish music performed live. This is unusual experience for people at a Christmas party and will most definitely go down a hit with the company’s staff. 

The comedy cellar 

This is definitely one to look into if your staff has an interest in comedy. It a show of twenty different comedians in under three hours.  This is a fun filled night for the whole team. There are lots of different acts on the each night.  It starts Thursday Friday and Saturday nights at 8pm. We advise booking early to avoid disappointment.  

Conclusion 

It is important for your company to pick a enjoyable night out for a Christmas party  as your staff are the backbone to your business and without them they would be no business.

For more brilliant ideas on office Christmas parties go to our website.

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Secret Santa is where you buy a small gift for someone which you think they may like. This is bought without telling or mentioning to the person you’re buying for.  A very popular thing to do to have some fun in the run up to Christmas. 

Getting to know someone 

When you’re buying a gift for someone it is important to know you’re what they are interested in and what people have and what they dislike in their life. When you pick the name out, it might be a good idea to ask different people what would be a good gift for this person. 

Having some fun 

When you’re in the Christmas season it is very important that you enjoy and relax during the busy period. When you’re buying a Christmas present for someone for the secret Santa there are some things to consider, is the gift going to be funny and a laugh for the person in the work or is the gift going to be something practical for the person. Mostly it will be usually for a laugh and bit of fun in the workplace.  

Determining other people’s interests

When you’re buying a present for someone it is good to see what hobbies or interests they may have before deciding what to purchase for them. To see what is important to them. There are many different things which are available in a large range of stores or on line.

Purchasing 

When it comes to purchasing the gift you can purchase the gift online or in one of the different stores throughout the country. It is very important if you find an item that match’s the person you are purchasing  for to buy without hesitation.  

Conclusion 

It is very important to collect the information that relates to the person. It’s important also to do it early and not to leave it to the day before the present is due!

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The Christmas season is nearly here and it is important that we start thinking about the Christmas party.  It is also time to  determine where the Christmas party is being held this year . As well as thinking about why your company hosts a Christmas party. This is our- Christmas Parties, four reasons why we love them! 

Relax and unwinding 

After completing a year in the company,  it is important for you to relax and unwind. If you don’t it might affect your self-esteem.  You are also increasingly busy in your personal life.  Running home from work and running off to different places in the run up to Christmas. The Christmas party in work is something to look forward to and being able to relax  and making a connection with work colleagues which is usually not possible outside of work . 

Making Connections with Colleagues 

When you have made connections with work colleagues it is essential for them to spend time and relax and have a laugh and a joke with each other. It is important that you are on good terms with work colleagues as this will make work events much easier to go to. Each work night event should  be enjoyable and relaxed.

Having Fun   

After completing a very tough few weeks in the run up to Christmas you want a time to relax and unwind with friends and family. This is one of the nice things to do when it is an important time to catch up with people you might have lost touch with in the last few weeks. The Christmas party gives you the chance to have a laugh and enjoy people you mightn’t have seen in the run up to Christmas. 

Finishing Year 

When completing a year in the workplace it is very important that you relax and unwind. It is also very important that you relax and unwind with people in the workplace. This is very important for bonding together and looking forward into the year ahead . This includes everyone in the workplace and allows you to unwind in the company and mix together as a workplace. 

Conclusion 

A Christmas party is very important for people to have a chance to relax and unwind and have fun in the process in a workplace function.

For more information and ideas on party’s in the workplace why not visit our website.

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There are hundreds of activity centres scattered around every inch of the country. Many times you hardly notice that some are such close proximity to your business.  These Centres provide an escape from a daily routine and doing activity’s which can be only dreamed of. Here are a few reasons as to why we love activity centre’s.

Escape from Routine 

When going in and out to work every day of the week. It can get very repetitive. When your staff know that they are going to be going on an activity day, they will be looking forward to the idea. This is when the staff relax and unwind and get to know each other in a relaxed environment. 

Well Earned Reward 

When after completing ongoing tasks the list seems never ending. The most wanted thing is to relax and unwind. The sigh of relief from your staff when you’re finally completed the last task before going to the activity centre will be unbelievable. This is when the staff relaxes and unwinds and feels valued from the employer. This benefit your company in the long run when your staff feeling valued and feeling like they belong to the company. 

Getting to know your staff

When doing an activity in activity centre. The management of your company will all be doing the same activity and will get to know your staff very quickly as they will be in the same teams  as other members of staff.  This will ensure that all of your staff is on the same basis. It’s very important for your staff to feel that they are on the same level as the mangers. If they are not they will communicate openly and honestly to each other. This will ensure all of the relevant ideas for the tasks are passed onto the company. 

Doing something Different  

The activity centres do a many different range of activities such as canoeing and go-karting. These types of activities are very different to the everyday activities we do in our spare time on the weekends. This is an activity that someone will enjoy and memorable for someone. 

I think that many of us have heard great things about these activity centre’s but will not be very inclined to go these activities alone or with friends but will enjoy these activities when these are planned with work place.

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