Sample 2 & 3 Night Family Itinerary

Sample Family Itinerary for a 2 Night Staycation

Day 1

Ø  Arrive to our hotel and have your little ones get the VIP arrival with their Dunboyne Castle Passport stamped on arrival and collect their welcome pack

Ø  Take some time out and explore the Dunboyne Castle Fairy Trail.  Dunboyne’s fairy village is hidden in our lawns for the whole family to explore. Collect The Fairy Trail worksheet from our Front Office Team and discover the age of the original building and the name of the most precious room in the hotel….you might be lucky and meet one of our fairy residents! Watch out for them! Once you have completed the worksheet, come to reception to collect your prize

Ø  Before the sun sets…. spend an hour flying kites. Watch the colourful kites as they soar high above the sky and the thrill of grabbing falling ones with their strings flowing behind them or enjoy a family cycle on Meath’s excellent cycling tracks. Hire bicycles including helmets and hi-vis vests at reception *

Ø  Time to get dressed up and go for Dinner in The Ivy Restaurant or have a casual meal in The Terrace Lounge…both venues offer a children’s menu. Pre-booking is essential at booking stage.

Ø  Let’s get an early night so we are  ready for our 1st day of exploring the Royal County.

Day 2

Ø  Start your day with Breakfast in The Ivy Restaurant, served from 7:30 until 10:30am…….why not ask our Breakfast Chef for some yummy pancakes…..chocolate spread with strawberries is our favourite too 😉

Ø  Let’s hit the road and head for Tayto Park; Ireland’s only Theme Park is only a 20 minute drive from us.  We would only be to delighted to pack a picnic basket for you. We’ll assemble a bespoke gourmet hamper with mouth-watering treats like wholemeal wraps with chicken satay strips, or fennel, pomegranate & broad bean salad. *

Ø  End your action packed day… with a “Movie Night In” We’ll provide the popcorn, cookies and milk to make it the real deal! Connect your Netflix account to your TV and we will provide the popcorn, cookies and milk. *

Day 3

Ø  Meet us in the fairy village while on umbrella days we will be in the library….we will learn all about Irish myths and legends.

Ø  Check out time is 12 noon however don’t leave without receiving a little gift to thank you for choosing Dunboyne Castle Hotel and Spa.  We look forward to welcoming you back

*additional cost applies

Sample Family Itinerary for a 3 Night Staycation

Day 1

Ø  Arrive to our hotel and have your little ones get the VIP arrival with their Dunboyne Castle Passport stamped on arrival and collect their welcome pack

Ø  Take some time out and explore the Dunboyne Castle Fairy Trail.  Dunboyne’s fairy village is hidden in our lawns for the whole family to explore. Collect The Fairy Trail worksheet from our Front Office Team and discover the age of the original building and the name of the most precious room in the hotel….you might be lucky and meet one of our fairy residents! Watch out for them! Once you have completed the worksheet, come to reception to collect your prize

Ø  Before the sun sets…. spend an hour flying kites. Watch the colourful kites as they soar high above the sky and the thrill of grabbing falling ones with their strings flowing behind them or enjoy a family cycle on Meath’s excellent cycling tracks. Hire bicycles including helmets and hi-vis vests at reception *

Ø  Time to get dressed up and go for Dinner in The Ivy Restaurant or have a casual meal in The Terrace Lounge…both venues offer a children’s menu. Pre-booking is essential at booking stage.

Ø  Let’s get an early night so we are  ready for our 1st day of exploring the Royal County.

Day 2

Ø  Start your day with Breakfast in The Ivy Restaurant, served from 7:30 until 10:30am…….why not ask our Breakfast Chef for some yummy pancakes…..chocolate spread with strawberries is our favourite too 😉

Ø  Let’s hit the road and head for Tayto Park; Ireland’s only Theme Park is only a 20 minute drive from us.  We would only be to delighted to pack a picnic basket for you. We’ll assemble a bespoke gourmet hamper with mouth-watering treats like wholemeal wraps with chicken satay strips, or fennel, pomegranate & broad bean salad. *

Ø  End your action packed day… with a “Movie Night In” We’ll provide the popcorn, cookies and milk to make it the real deal! Connect your Netflix account to your TV and we will provide the popcorn, cookies and milk. *

Day 3

Ø  Join us the following morning at 10am for our story telling sessions? On sunny days, meet us in the fairy village while on umbrella days we will be in the library….we will learn all about Irish myths and legends.

Ø  Enjoy Afternoon Tea in the light filled Terrace Lounge.  Adults enjoy assorted finger sandwiches, scones, cakes and miniature pastries alongside tea or coffee. Children enjoy Ariel’s Watermelon Fruit Pizza, The Bat Ham Mobile, Tinkerbell’s Fresh Fruit Smoothies, Elsa’s Frozen Blueberry Yogurt Pot, Olaf’s Peanut Butter Fudge, Simba’s Cashew & Date Bite, Anna’s Frozen Yogurt Grapes *

Ø  Time to go to Clonfert Pet Farm.  Clonfert Pet Farm is a family-run pet farm, safe for the kids to run free and enjoy up close and personal encounters with the animals. They have a vast array of domestic and exotic animals, two outdoor play areas for the children, a bouncy castle, Go-karts and a brand new indoor soft play area.  All of the family can enjoy a peaceful walk in the country surroundings or sit back and relax with some refreshments from the café.

*additional cost applies