23rd September 2018
Update on David’s Wild Atlantic Way Cycle.
Check out this amazing video of David finishing his Wild Atlantic Way Cycle Challenge, by Bren Whelan at Donegal climbing.
26th September, 2018
He did it!
We are extremely proud to say David has completed his Wild Atlantic Way Cycle Challenge. After 20 days in the saddle he arrived in Muff, Co. Donegal to be welcomed by Holly and a very well deserved bottle of Champagne. David’s epic cycle started at Kinsale, Co. Cork and followed the beautiful Wild Atlantic Way for 2195 km along steep coastal roads, twisting mountain climbs and welcoming towns and villages not forgetting extreme gales and storms. Click on the links below to see photos and videos documenting his journey.
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A huge thank-you to everyone for their support and continuing donations to Breast Cancer Now, Macmillan Cancer Support and 40-tude. Donations are still being accepted until 26th Dec, 2018, so please keep them coming.
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If you would like to see The Wild Atlantic Way for yourself by chauffeur instead of cycle, please click the link below for our latest inspiring itinerary.
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24th September, 2018
David now has 3 days to go to complete this epic challenge. Monies raised currently stand at an incredible £6780.00 for Breast Cancer Now, 40-tude and Macmillan Cancer Support.
David has battled along the Wild Atlantic Way with its dramatic scenery and eye watering headwinds competing with the best of the Irish weather including Storm Ali. David’s biggest challenge however is that he is doing this as a solo cyclist. Unfortunately the event was cancelled a few weeks before the starting date but David decided to continue the challenge under his own steam, the ultimate in mental and physical endurance.
Please continue to support David and follow his journey on Facebook.
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1st September, 2018
On September 8 – 26th 2018, Dream Escape’s owner, David Tobin is donning his lycra and embarking on Ireland’s greatest cycling experience, the ‘Wild Atlantic Way Cycle Sportif.’
Dream Escape is expert at designing luxury tailormade trips incorporating this stunning coastal route but this time David will be experiencing the same magnificent route from the saddle.
This 20 day, 2152KM cycle takes in the beautiful Wild Atlantic Way from Kinsale to the Inishowen Peninsula passing through Ireland’s most dramatic coastal scenery. The epic ride incorporates sweeping descents and not so enjoyable climbs, engaging local communities, international athletes and enthusiastic amateurs.
Money raised from David’s venture will be donated to various cancer charities including 40tude 40tude.org.uk – a charity whose focus is to help raise both awareness and vital funds to help cure colon cancer.
Both David and all of us at Dream Escape would be appreciative of any donations you can make.
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Dream Escape Owner, David Tobin and Head of Sales, Emer Mortell recently took Virtuoso Life’s Associate Art Director, Korena Sinnett, on a whirl wind tour around Ireland. They created a very special off the beaten track itinerary for her, to showcase the ‘best of the best’ in the arts and crafts world and uncover Ireland’s unique hidden gems. Thank you Korena for such a wonderful feature.
#virtuosolife #virtuoso #ireland #luxuryireland #irishcrafttraditions #dreamescapeltd #ballyfin #adaremanor #ashfordcastle #westbury #burrenperfumery Emer Mortell David Tobin
To read the full article click here >>> dreamescape.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/IRE_NOV_RFP2-Virtuoso-life.pdf
Dream Escape are always looking for new and exciting private experiences and as Christmas is nearly upon us, it seems most appropriate to share this very special acapella that was performed privately to our clients in Oxford's Exeter College Chapel last week. #privateexperiences #luxurytravel #luxuryengland #dreamescapeltd
Thank you to our travel partners who have supported us this year. We look forward to working with you all again in the new year and wish you a fulfilling and successful 2020. Merry Christmas Everyone!
In the meantime, take a look at some of our 2019 best bits on our blog dreamescape.co.uk/2019-the-best-bits/
Our wonderful Dream Escape MD Claire Banks is about to head off on maternity leave and at Dream Escape HQ in Edinburgh today we decided to surprise her with a Baby Shower. 🍼 We somehow managed to keep it a secret from Claire and her face was a picture when she appeared ahead of schedule in Ops with the mail!
Enjoy every second with Baby Stone, Claire and Donald - we are going to miss your wise counsel so much Claire. As they live not too far from HQ there have been lots of offers for babysitting and taking the baby for walks! 👶 Lovely for us all to be part of such a caring team at Dream Escape. #dreamescapeltd
“It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas” in London. This iconic Christmas song, most recently reprised by Michael Buble and over the years sung by Perry Como, Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra, to name but a few, was originally composed by American Meredith Willson in 1951.
Christmas Magic is in the air in London. Let Dream Escape take you shopping to the very best stores including Royal Warrant Holders as well as other less well known independent retailers to find those special gifts for your loved ones. Top the experience off with a deliciously decadent festive Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason!
Exciting Top Festive London Tips for the whole family from our London based Creative Planner Louise Murray are:
The number one Christmas experience for all the family has to be The Old Vic’s production of Charles Dicken’s The Christmas Carol. Now in it’s 3rdyear due to popular demand, this is a performance that will warm the heart of the greatest Christmas cynic. Beautiful singing, the ringing of hand bells, just enough ghostly appearances and even mince pies and clementines for the audience … perfect!!
∗ Father Christmas in the North Pole at The Royal Albert Hall where you will meet various friendly elves as you journey to meet the man himself
∗ The world’s most famous nanny flies back into London for a spectacular new production at The Prince Edward theatre
∗ Irving Berlin’s classic musical ‘A White Christmas’ opens on November 16th at London’s Dominion Theatre
∗ Ice Skating at Somerset House followed by the Christmas Markets in Trafalgar Square
∗ Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason followed by a spot of Christmas shopping
∗ Carols by Candlelight at Southwark Cathedral (10th and 13th December)
∗ Sing-a-long to your favourite carols at The Royal Albert Hall
∗ Enjoy the Christmas Light Trail at Kew Gardens
∗ Alice in the Palace at Blenheim Palace
Emer Mortell, Dream Escape’s Head of Sales, has just returned home to Ireland from a very successful week at ILTM in Cannes, France where she met old friends and made new ones.
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