Claire Smith

Claire's career as a journalist has seen her regularly write about some of the best restaurants, hotels and destinations in the world. She has also interviewed the past three Prime Ministers and has been a Digital Editor overseeing a number of newspaper titles. She is the founder of the content marketing company Smiths & Sons.

The Best Golf Courses in Pennsylvania 2024

Pennsylvania, with its diverse landscapes and picturesque scenery, boasts some of America’s finest courses. The Keystone State has a storied golfing history, with a lineage of legendary players, prestigious tournaments, and iconic courses. Some of golf’s greatest players have emerged from Pennsylvania, including Arnold Palmer, one of the sport’s most influential figures. Palmer’s…

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Brookline to TPC Boston: the best golf courses in Massachusetts

New England is one of America’s great golf playgrounds but Massachusetts, in particular, has some of the very best golf courses in the United States.  That aside, Massachusetts’ connection with the growth of game in the United States is hugely significant. In fact, it can claim to be the place where the golf…

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The 10 greatest golf courses in Ayrshire

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Scotland is, of course, synonymous with golf but within its many diverse golfing regions, Ayrshire stands out as a truly remarkable destination.  Boasting breathtaking natural beauty and a rich golfing heritage, Ayrshire offers a collection of many of the best golf courses in Scotland. From challenging links along the Firth of Clyde, to picturesque…

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Hilton Head golf packages: The best couples retreats

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The boom in demand for couples’ golf trips shows no signs of abating, with the sector having grown exponentially over the past three years. These trips can be a brilliant way for couples to spend time together, whether they share a love for golf or not and Hilton Head, one of America’s great…

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Golf Butlers At The Caribbean’s Most Luxurious Golf Destination

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Eden Roc Cap Cana, one of the Caribbean’s most luxurious resorts, is introducing golf butlers to help guests with their every golfing need. Situated in the Dominican Republic, Cap Cana has long been considered one of the Caribbean’s most exciting golf destinations, but now it is taking things to the next level. With…

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Things to do Belfast: the ultimate city getaway

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Gone are the days when people travel to Belfast to see a city emerging from a turbulent past.  Impressions of once-abandoned industrial sites have long since been replaced by this vibrant, pulsating, modern metropolis which is clearly packed with visitors from every corner of the world as we walk the streets here. Belfast…

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Causeway Coastal Route: this is one of the world’s great road trips

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I’ve been lucky to experience some of the world’s great sea-meets-land road trips: the PCH in California, North Coast 500 in Scotland, the Amalfi Coast in Italy – but as I meander along Northern Ireland’s spectacular Causeway Coastal Route, I’m increasingly convinced that this is up there with them.  None of it should…

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Las Vegas Golf Courses: The Best Golf Clubs In Vegas?

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There is no shortage of life to live on any trip to the entertainment capital of the world but what about those Las Vegas golf courses? Where do you begin? Many people travel to Vegas for the casinos and the restaurants, some come for the shows and the concerts, while others are here…

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Islay: magic Machrie a place to rest and be thankful

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Our adventure to the Inner Hebrides had to begin by road and involve taking to the water. Like real travellers. In my mind, it was the only way to prepare ourselves for our time on Islay. Yes, you can board a tiny flight from Glasgow and be preparing yourself to land just almost…

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Five of mainland Europe’s most stunning golf resorts

The UK and Ireland may be home to some of the world’s most historic and revered golf courses but continental Europe is also full of incredible places to play golf. Here we look at five of mainland Europe’s most stunning golf resorts. each of which simply cannot be ignored. 1. Finca Cortesin, Spain…

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Rudding Park: luxury hideaway with something for everyone

Rudding Park in Harrogate, Yorkshire boasts such a breadth of offerings - from golf to spa and beyond - that it will find a way to appeal to almost everyone who visits…

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