Supporting local business at Christmas is vital

CHRISTMAS features a monthlong extravaganza of party nights, shopping, dining, live music under the Marquee on The Mall, and a host of independently organised events from panto to firework displays. Christmas is also a time when supporting local business is of vital importance to the economy as spending local ensures a re-distribution of money that supports jobs and vibrancy in Tralee.

President of Tralee Chamber Alliance, Aidan Kelly, said there isn’t a retailer, hotelier, restaurateur, publican, or attraction provider in Tralee who won’t go that extra mile to ensure the Christmas experience for locals and visitors is the most memorable ever, which is why supporting and spending local is important.

“The business community in Tralee, from the town centre to Manor West Retail Park, will push the boat out to meet the needs of shoppers and party-goers throughout the festive season,” said Aidan.

“Tralee is the perfect destination for shopping trips offering a range of major brands, individual family owned stores, with free parking and hundreds of dining options,” he added.

The new Tralee Shopping Vouchers which may be redeemed exclusively in shops, hair and beauty salons, restaurants, cafés and hotels in Tralee will make a great Christmas gift for family and friends.

They are available from The Tech Company on Dominick Street or from www.Tralee.ie. With free parking in place over Christmas, Kerry County Council and Tralee Chamber Alliance ask that motorists park responsibly in town.

Chris O’Driscoll, Manager, Santa and Helen Griffin, Assistant Manager at the Garvey’s Customer Christmas evening.

Pictured at the Garvey’s Customer Christmas evening held in Garvey’s Tralee were Orlath Falvey and Santa.