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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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. 

 For more ideas and suggestions on parties, 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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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!

For more information on office party ideas and suggestions visit our website.

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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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Many of us take Christmas parties for granted in our jobs. This is not the case for all jobs many of us never have had a Christmas party. There are many reasons why we think it is important to have a Christmas party in the office. Some of these reasons are Reward , Relaxed Event , Team building ,  Recap on finishing year. 

Reward 

After your staff completing a long and hard year of office work. It is important for your staff to feel valued and rewarded for all of their long hours they have worked throughout the year. When in the run up to the Christmas rush it is important for your staff to have something to motivate them. This will help them to complete their increasing workload in the limited time.  

Relaxed Event  

When drawing to the end of year it is important for all of the staff to go to a social event. This will ensure that all of the staff including managers and supervisors are bonding and building good relationships with other people within the company. This will be very important  when completing different projects throughout the year. The Christmas party is a essential part of completing a relaxed event in the end of the year. 

Team Building 

After working in the same office space for the past eleven months it is important for the staff of your company to be able to go to a social event. Where they can communicate and get to know in each other in a relaxed environment. This is where the staff members make connections and friendships that will make their communication and team work skills stronger.   

Recap on finishing year

When your finishing your year and looking forward to the year ahead. It is a time to review on what you did well and what could be improved on looking into the future. This is done in the Christmas party without  being planned in most occasions. This is when staff members talk about how their department performed well and what difficulties they may have faced. Many times staff members know what could been done to fix the problem from accruing in the first place. This information could not be known without this event. 

These are some of the most important reasons for offices to have Christmas party. Many of us take for granted this events in the work calendar but it is not always the case for everyone. What is more important in your company the money or your staff ? 

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