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Wales is a tiny slice of the United Kingdom, about the size of Massachusetts, and after 2010, it will be the smallest country to ever host a Ryder Cup. Here is a sample, seven-day itinerary that will include the best golf, both on the links and amongst the heathlands, Wales has to offer, with some suggested accommodations to complete your tour ...
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Many golf courses in Sweden are close to ancient burial sites, Viking remains and beautiful castles. National Golf Editor Tim McDonald offers some suggestions on ways to combine the two for a superb golf/history trip.
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Copenhagen is one of the most impressive cities in Europe, with charm, history and fabulous architecture. If you can do all all there is to do and still find time to golf, here are some suggested golf courses near the fascinating city. Most offer rental clubs.
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Scotland appears small enough on a map to tempt any golf group into assuming any course is fair game to book during their trip. But that means lots of miles (and likely wrong turns through roundabouts). Instead, try and isolate your golf trip to one region.
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American golf travelers have a new discount airline to choose from when booking their golf tour to the British Isles, which is good news, considering the exchange rate these days. Zoom Airlines' roundtrip trans-Atlantic flights start as low as $169 each way plus tax, or upgrade to Premium Economy and receive free drinks and preferred check-in and seating.
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Each of the hotels and inns listed in this Wales accommodation guide has been visited and approved for golf travelers by a member of GolfEurope.com's editorial staff. We have also listed nearby golf courses.
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Considering a golf tour to the United Kingdom? Wales is a lesser-known destination compared to Scotland, England and Ireland but features plenty of its own historic links golf courses and will host the 2010 Ryder Cup at the Celtic Manor Resort. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions to help get your trip planning started.
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This fall, Scotland hosts numerous events and festivals, like the Rugby World Cup, Blas Festival in the Highlands and an Andy Warhol art exhibit in Edinburgh. Here are a few reasons to bring the family to Scotland this fall so you can sneak in some golf too.
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As a golf destination, Wales is often in the shadow of neighbors Scotland and Ireland. But the announcement that the 2010 Ryder Cup Matches will be played at Celtic Manor Resort, on the country's south coast, could inspire Wales' emergence as a golf hotspot.
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Going on that links golf tour in Scotland or Ireland can be expensive. Shoddy international exchange rates to the U.S. dollar don't help Americans with the wallet. Getting tee times on some of the most famous courses can be tough if you haven't booked up to a year in advance, either. Try winter, then.
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At Morton Golf, we are very excited about the new Castle Course at St. Andrews, Scotland. It has much to live up to. But with its impeccable pedigree and the wealth of knowledge and experience that have gone into it, the Castle Course promises to be a worthy addition to the St. Andrews Links stable.
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Most golfers landing at Dublin airport usually drive right by Seapoint Golf Club and County Louth Golf Club on their way to famous Royal County Down. They just don't know what their missing. The joke is on those who don't take the time to stop and play. With less than 200 true links layouts worldwide, it's amazing to find two good ones in such close proximity.
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The scenic A2 Causeway Coastal Route in Northern Ireland is home to 30 golf courses, not to mention scenic glens, natural wonders, castle ruins and charming Irish villages.
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When it comes time to book a golf tour to either Scotland or Ireland, there are several factors to consider. Scotland boasts St. Andrews and the British Open, while Ireland offers arguably better golf courses, not to mention Guinness stout. Brandon Tucker offers a solution: Do both!
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They don't call this stretch of Atlantic shoreline the "Golf Coast" for nothing, but you'll want to set aside off-course time to explore Lisbon, Portugal's vibrant capital, and sample the more secluded pleasures of Sintra National Park and miles of sandy beaches.
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Whether you're golfing the north or hitting the Dublin-area links, GolfEurope.com can accommodate you with choices for the top hotels, resorts, and bed & breakfasts for and Ireland golf trip.
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GolfEurope.com's Brandon Tucker spent two weeks on the Emerald Isle in March, driving from Dublin to Northern Ireland. Camera and laptop in hand, he offers some first-person sights and sounds in his daily blog series.
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Planning a golf trip to Ireland, Northern Ireland or both? Get the lowdown on border crossings, caddies, carts, green fees and other tips for savvy travel.
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Nine years after the signing of a peace accord, you won't find much evidence of discord these days in Northern Ireland. And the terrain is perfect for spectacular links theater, full of towering dunes and rugged coastline.
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The 136th Open Championship will be played at Carnoustie Golf Links 19th to 22nd July 2007. Golf Vacations UK are offering three- and four-night packages to include accommodation in a choice of hotels within easy driving distance of Carnoustie, Full Scottish Breakfast each day, 2 Day Ticket for the Final 2 days of the Championship and return coach transfers between your hotel and Carnoustie.
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