Shopping Centres in Dublin

With the rapid economic growth of Dublin came both increases in the population of Dublin an increases in the amount of money Irish people had in their pockets. As the Celtic Tiger roared on, much of the areas around Dublin were developed into residential areas. With large amounts of people living in the suburbs of Dublin, it made sense to build shopping centres in these same suburbs. 15 years ago people shopped in the centre of Dublin, but today this new generation of shopping centres draw visitors not just from the suburbs in which they are located, but from all over the city and the Counties around. In this article I am going to have a quick look at the shopping centres located in the suburbs around Dublin.

The Square Shopping Centre

Located in Tallaght, (pronounced Tallah) The Square was the first of new generation of shopping centres to spring up around Dublin City. The Square or Square?as it is known is so named because it is built in the shape of a Square. The Square?is 3 floors high and is home to Roches Stores, Argus, Dunnes Stores, Champion Sports and Lifestyle Sports. There is also a multi-screen cinema.

Blanchardstown Shopping Centre

The Blanchardstown Shopping Centre was the biggest shopping centre in the country. Known locally as the Blanch Centre,?the centre has four wings and massive car parking areas which struggle to cope with the traffic at weekends and holiday periods. Among the major multiples in the centre are Argus, Penneys, Dunnes Stores and Marks & Spencer. If you only have time to visit one shopping centre during your visit to Dublin, this should be the one.

Liffey Valley Shopping Centre

The Liffey Valley Shopping Centre was a controversial development and the rezoning of the land is now a matter being investigated due to suspicion that the politicians who rezoned the land were bribed. The shopping centre is bright and airy and is meant to resemble South Beach in Miami. There is the usual collection of multiples here, but what really stands out is the location, just off the M50.

Dundrum Town Centre

Dundrum Town Centre is the newest shopping centre in Dublin. The Centre only opened in March 2005 and is now the largest shopping centre in not just Ireland but all of Europe. The anchor tenants in Dundrum are Tesco, Marks and Spencer and House of Fraser. The centre is also home to the first Starbucks to open in Ireland. The Dundrum Town Centre has one major advantage as it is situated next to the Luas Green Line which makes access from Dublin City Centre very easy.

The Pavilion Swords

Situated in Swords in North County Dublin, the Pavilion is another of the new breed of shopping centres. The shopping centre is spacious, bright and spread over two floors. There are currently new extensions being added to the Pavilion which include a cinema and more shops. Parking in the Pavilion is free for the first 3 hours.

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Finding The Best Broadband Deals

Dial-up internet is slowly but surely being phased out with more and more households turning to a broadband connection instead. But with so many providers around, each offering a different package, finding the right one for you may seem like an uphill struggle.

There are some things to consider when shopping around for a broadband provider if you want to get the best deal. First of all, as with anything, think about your budget. How much can you afford to spend per month on your broadband? And how much do you expect to use it, and for what purpose?

If you intend to use the internet for downloading or viewing a lot of sites, you'll need to take into account any usage limits. Some providers like the Post Office offer a low monthly cap of 5MB, which is enough for a light to medium user who doesn't need to download much. For the media fans, a higher download cap will be needed, or even an unlimited one.

There has been a lot of controversy regarding certain providers and their appalling customer service, so if you're not technologically minded, and anticipate needing help with your broadband connection, then ask friends and family to recommend a provider with a good reputation for customer service. If you already have internet access then look on review sites for feedback.

Don't go just on price alone. Cheap broadband may not be as cheap as you think. Take into account any hidden costs, and read all the small print. For example, you may find a package which charges just 9.99 per month, which on the face of it seems fantastic, but there may be an extortionate set-up fee, and a charge for the equipment too. Also find out about any cancellation fees that may apply if you decide to cancel before the end of your monthly contract.

Which brings us to our next point. Many providers prefer to you sign up with them for a minimum amount of time, usually 12 months, and you can incur a hefty fee if you wish to leave early. This isn't a problem if you're happy with your provider, but if you experience problems and want to switch, it may prove expensive. There are some providers stating that they don't have a minimum contract term, but they will still charge you if you leave before a certain period of time, so this amounts to the same thing.

Finally, look to the companies you are already with to see if they provide broadband internet. You may be able to get a cheaper deal as an existing customer from your cable TV, mobile phone or even utility provider.

Want broadband? Find cheap broadband by comparing broadband internet providers online.

J Tillotson is a UK author specialising in technology and communications.

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