GALWAY, IRELAND

Satsang Intensive

10th-13th July, 2009

Venue
Galway Bridge Centre
St. Mary's Road
Galway
Co. Galway
www.galwaybridgecentre.com

CONTACT INFORMATION

Email:

Phone Denis:	+353 87 993 6398 (mobile)
	+353 91 585 722 (landline)
Or Priya:	+353 87 280 5986 (mobile)

The contribution is €15.00 per session. No bookings required.

All those interested in attending the meetings should arrange their own travel and accommodation. Please see the TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION below. Those requiring accommodation are encouraged to book early as July can be a busy time in Galway.

GUIDELINES FOR GALWAY BRIDGE CENTRE

• The venue will be open 30 minutes before the start-time each day.
• Please come 10-15 minutes early or at least arrive on time.
• There is limited parking available at the centre. St Mary's Road is subject to disc parking from Monday - Saturday, between 08:00 and 18:30. There is free roadside parking all week on Lower Salthill Road which is a continuation of St Mary's Road, and is less than a 5 minute walk from the Galway Bridge Centre.

Satsang guests are also asked
to observe the following guidelines:

• Please avoid any kind of stimulant (alcohol, marihuana, etc.) before, during and after satsang.
• Please remember to switch off mobile phones.
• Please refrain from social interaction during the breaks.
• Mooji highly appreciates all questions concerning the search for truth. During satsang, he encourages everyone to follow the prompting of the heart, and present whatever is burning within. You may also submit your thoughts or questions by letter. Mooji will not receive questions after satsang.
• All satsangs are recorded on CD and DVD. Those wishing to have a copy of any session may contact Gayatri at the end of the day.

TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION

All those interested in attending the meetings should arrange their own travel and accommodation. This section outlines directions to Galway Bridge Centre, and a list of nearby accommodation.

Travelling to Galway Bridge Centre

FROM GALWAY CITY CENTRE:
WALKING
From Galway City Centre (Eyre Square), it is approximately a 20 minute walk to the satsang venue.

Directions:

• Head northwest on Eyre Square towards Eyre Square/R336
• Turn left at Williams Gate
• Continue on William Street
• Continue on Shop Street
• Turn right at Mainguard Street
• Continue on Bridge Street
• Continue on Mill Street
• Turn left at New Road
• Turn right at St Helen's Street
• Turn left at St Mary's Road
• Turn left to stay on St. Mary's Road. Galway Bridge Centre will be on the right.

BY BUS
Take the number 37 bus from Eyre Square, and tell the driver you would like to disembark near Galway Bridge Centre on St. Mary's Road.

BY CAR:
You can check your route to Galway Bridge Centre by using the AA Ireland Route Planner, or Google Maps. (Click on 'Get Directions', and enter your starting point (A) and your destination (B - enter Galway Bridge Centre))

BY COACH/BUS (From outside Galway City Centre):
Coach/Bus timetables, and routes to and from Galway City Centre (Galway Bus Station), are available via the following websites:

Bus Eireann:	www.buseireann.ie
Citylink:	www.citylink.ie
Gobus:	www.gobus.ie

From Galway Bus Station (just off Eyre Square), it is approximately a 20 minute walk to the satsang venue. Google Maps provides excellent directions and a clear map. (Click on 'Get Directions', enter 'Bus Station' in 'A' field, and 'Galway Bridge Centre' in 'B' field, select 'Walking' and click on 'Get Directions')

Alternatively you can take the number 37 bus from Eyre Square (1 minute walk from Galway Bus Station) and tell the driver you would like to disembark near Galway Bridge Centre on St. Mary's Road.

BY TRAIN (From outside Galway City Centre):
Train timetables, and routes to and from Galway City Centre, are provided by www.irishrail.ie.

From Galway Train Station (Ceannt Station, just off Eyre Square), it is approximately a 20 minute walk to the satsang venue. Google Maps provides excellent directions and a clear map. (Click on 'Get Directions', enter 'Ceannt Station' in 'A' field, and 'Galway Bridge Centre' in 'B' field, select 'Walking' and click on 'Get Directions')

Alternatively you can take the number 37 bus from Eyre Square (1 minute walk from Galway Train/Ceannt Station) and tell the driver you would like to disembark near Galway Bridge Centre on St. Mary's Road.

BY PLANE:
You may fly to Shannon Airport, Knock Ireland West Airport, Galway Airport, or Dublin Airport.

NOTE: Shannon Airport is preferable to Knock Ireland West Airport or Galway Airport, as the flight cost to Shannon is likely to be the least expensive, and it is the best serviced airport for onward travel by bus to Galway City Centre. Dublin Airport may also be a good option depending on your city of departure.

Shannon Airport
Suggested airlines are Ryanair, Aer Lingus, Cityjet, Delta and Continental. From the airport, take a bus to Galway City Centre with Bus Eireann or Citylink (please see links below). The bus journey is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes, and costs around €23.00 roundtrip.

www.buseireann.ie, Tel. +353 (0) 61 313333
www.citylink.ie, Tel. +353 (0) 91 564163

The bus arrives at Galway Bus Station (just off Eyre Square). From here, it is approximately a 20 minute walk to the satsang venue. Google Maps provides excellent directions and a clear map. (Click on 'Get Directions', enter 'Bus Station' in 'A' field, and 'Galway Bridge Centre' in 'B' field, select 'Walking' and click on 'Get Directions')

Alternatively you can take the number 37 bus from Eyre Square (1 minute walk from Galway Bus Station) and tell the driver you would like to disembark near Galway Bridge Centre on St. Mary's Road.

Knock Ireland West Airport
The airlines servicing this airport are Ryanair and Aer Lingus. Knock Ireland West is suitable for those travelling from the U.K. From the airport, take a bus to Galway City Centre with Bus Eireann. The bus journey is approximately 2 hours, and involves a connection at Charlestown (Knock Ireland West Airport - Charlestown - Galway City Centre). Check the bus route at the following link:

www.buseireann.ie (Take service number 449 from the airport to Charlestown, and service number 64 from Charlestown to Galway City Centre).

The bus arrives at Galway Bus Station (just off Eyre Square). From here, it is approximately a 20 minute walk to the satsang venue. Google Maps provides excellent directions and a clear map. (Click on 'Get Directions', enter 'Bus Station' in 'A' field, and 'Galway Bridge Centre' in 'B' field, select 'Walking' and click on 'Get Directions')

Alternatively you can take the number 37 bus from Eyre Square (1 minute walk from Galway Bus Station) and tell the driver you would like to disembark near Galway Bridge Centre on St. Mary's Road.

Galway Airport
The only airline is Aer Arann. This may be suitable for those travelling from the U.K., however it is likely to be less expensive to fly to Shannon Airport with Ryanair, or to fly to Knock Ireland West Airport.

From Galway airport, take a bus or taxi to Galway City Centre. Bus times can be found at www.galwayairport.com, but the schedule is limited. The bus journey is approximately 15 minutes, and costs €5.00 roundtrip.

The bus arrives at Galway Bus Station (just off Eyre Square). From here, it is approximately a 20 minute walk to the satsang venue. Google Maps provides excellent directions and a clear map. (Click on 'Get Directions', enter 'Bus Station' in 'A' field, and 'Galway Bridge Centre' in 'B' field, select 'Walking' and click on 'Get Directions')

Alternatively you can take the number 37 bus from Eyre Square (1 minute walk from Galway Bus Station) and tell the driver you would like to disembark near Galway Bridge Centre on St. Mary's Road.

Given the limited bus timetable from Galway Airport, it is likely that you will require a taxi from Galway Airport; the taxi rank is located to the left as you exit through the main door of the Terminal Building. The taxi ride to Galway City Centre is approximately 15 minutes, and will cost around €20.00.

Dublin Airport
Many airlines service Dublin airport. From the airport (coach park), take a bus to Galway City Centre with GoBus

www.gobus.ie, Tel. +353 (0)91 564600 | Email. info@gobus.ie

The bus journey is approximately 2 hours 45 minutes, and costs €20.00 roundtrip. There are frequent departures from Dublin Airport to Galway City Centre.

The bus arrives at Galway Coach Station (just off Eyre Square). From here, it is approximately a 20 minute walk to the satsang venue. Google Maps provides excellent directions and a clear map. (Click on 'Get Directions', enter 'Bus Station' in 'A' field, and 'Galway Bridge Centre' in 'B' field, select 'Walking' and click on 'Get Directions')

Alternatively you can take the number 37 bus from Eyre Square (1 minute walk from Galway Coach Station) and tell the driver you would like to disembark near Galway Bridge Centre on St. Mary's Road.

Accommodation close to Galway Bridge Centre

Below you will find a list of Bed & Breakfast, Hotel, and Hostel Accommodation. All of the accommodation listed here is within 5 to 30 minutes walking distance from Galway Bridge Centre. Google Maps provides excellent directions and clear maps for walking. (Click on 'Get Directions', and enter your starting point (A) and your destination (B - enter Galway Bridge Centre))

There are also local buses and taxis available, which you can check when you arrive at your accommodation. The number 37 bus route from Galway City Centre passes by Galway Bridge Centre.

NOTE: We have not visited all the accommodation listed, so it is recommended to check the website / Google reviews before booking your accommodation.

BED & BREAKFAST ACCOMMODATION

Dun Aoibhinn House
12 St. Mary's Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 87 9306167
www.dunaoibhinnhouse.com
5 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Adare Guesthouse
9 Father Griffin Place, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 582638
www.iol.ie
10 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Knockrea Guesthouse
55 Lower Salthill Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 520145
www.tripadvisor.com
10 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

St. Jude's Bed & Breakfast
110 Lower Salthill Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 521619
www.st-judes.com
10 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Clochard B&B
4 Spires Gardens, Shantalla Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 521533
www.clochardbnb.com
10 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

St. Martin's B&B
2 Nun's Island Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 568286
www.tripadvisor.com
10 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Periwinkle B&B
14 Grattan Park, Grattan Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 584885
www.aperiwinkle.com
10 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Atlantic View Guesthouse
4 Ocean Wave, Dr. Colohan Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 582109
www.atlanticbandb.com
15 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Abbeylee B&B
3 Cuan Glas, Bishop O'Donnell Road, Taylors Hill, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 524768 or +353 (0) 87 6502186
www.abbeylee.net
15 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Guesthouse Ocean Crest House
Ocean Wave, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 589028
www.tripadvisor.com
15 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Tara House
138 Lower Salthill Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 527966
www.tarahouse.ie
15 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Ashton House
11 Cuan Glas, Bishop O'Taylors Hill, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 522121
www.ashtonhousegalway.com
15 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Kyle Na Shee Guesthouse
37 Grattan Park, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 583505
www.kylenashee.com
20 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Rusheen Bay House
8 Cashelmara, Salthill, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 520729
20 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

St. Jude's Lodge
24 College Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 569100
www.tripadvisor.com
25 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Corrib Haven
107 Upper Newcastle Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 524171
www.iol.ie
25 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Coolin House Bed & Breakfast
Threadneedle Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 523411
www.coolinhousesalthill.com
30 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Asgard Guesthouse
21 College Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 566855
www.tripadvisor.com
30 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Salt Lake Guesthouse
4 Lough Atalia Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 564572
www.tripadvisor.com
30 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Amber Lodge
26 College Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 566986
www.amberlodgebb.com
30 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION

Sleepzone Galway City
Bothar na mBan, Wood Quay, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 566999
www.sleepzone.ie
20 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Galway City Hostel
Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 566959
www.galwaycityhostel.com
20 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Kinlay House Hostel Galway
Merchants Road, Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 565244
www.kinlaygalway.ie
20 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Woodquay Hostel Galway City
24 Woodquay, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 562618
www.woodquayhostel.ie
20 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Salmon Weir Hostel
3 St. Vincent's Avenue, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 561133
www.salmonweirhostel.com
20 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Mary Ryan Hostel
4 Beechmount Avenue, Highfield Park, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 23303
20 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

HOTEL ACCOMMODATION

Harbour Hotel Galway
New Dock Street, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 569466
www.harbour.ie
15 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

The Ardilaun Hotel Galway
Taylor's Hill Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 521433
www.theardilaunhotel.ie
15 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

House Hotel Galway
Spanish Parade, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 538900
www.thehousehotel.ie
15 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Imperial Hotel Galway
Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 563033
www.imperialhotelgalway.ie
15 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Spanish Arch Hotel Galway
Quay Street, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 569600
www.spanisharchhotel.ie
15 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Jury's Inn Galway
Quay Street, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 566444
www.jurysinns.com
15 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Forster Court Hotel
Forster Street, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 564111
www.theforstercourthotel.com
20 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

The Western Hotel
33 Prospect Hill, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 562834
www.thewestern.ie
20 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

The Victoria Hotel Galway
Victoria Place, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 567433
www.victoriahotelgalway.com
20 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Hotel Meyrick Galway
14/15 Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 564041
www.hotelmeyrick.ie
20 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Eyre Square Hotel Galway
25 Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 569633
www.eyresquarehotel.com
20 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Park House Hotel
Forster Place, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 564924
www.parkhousehotel.ie
25 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Radisson SAS Hotel & Spa Galway
Lough Atalia Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 538300
www.radissonhotelgalway.com
25 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Galway Bay Hotel
The Promenade, Salthill, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 520520
www.galwaybayhotel.net
30 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Connemara Coast Hotel
Furbo Route 336, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 592108
www.connemaracoast.ie
30 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Travelodge Galway
Joyce Roundabout, Tuam Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 781400
www.travelodge.co.uk
30 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Anno Santo Hotel Galway
51 Threadneedle Road, Galway, Ireland
Tel. +353 (0) 91 523011
www.annosantohotel.com
30 minutes walking distance to Galway Bridge Centre

Om shanti