It’s remarkable how you can grow up on what is, in the grand scheme of things, a pretty small island and yet reach the age of 40 having seen so little of it. In Ireland, we tend to stick to the coastline. That’s where you’ll find all the big cities – Dublin, Cork,…
CLICK FOR MOREThere is no doubt that Scotland is golf’s holy land; the birthplace of the game itself as well as some of its greatest players. But for centuries, since golf began here some 400-odd years ago, there has been a question over where in Scotland offers the greatest golf experience. There’s East Lothian, with…
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Ballybunion Golf Club, perched on Ireland’s Way Atlantic Way, is a place of legend—and rightly so. The Wandering Golfers journeyed…
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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Bandon Dunes Golf Resort is one of the world’s great golf destinations, a remote stretch of Oregon coastline where pure,…
Monterey Peninsula Country Club: The Dunes Course at MPCC is a Pebble Beach classic. Born from Seth Raynor’s vision and…
From the 5th tee of the La Hacienda Alcaidesa Links, I can see it all: the sparkling Mediterranean, the iconic…
Costa Navarino stretches out along the breathtaking Peloponnese peninsula, once the playground of Greek Gods and heroes. Myths and legends brought to life by some of Europe’s earliest communities in these parts have enthralled and inspired mere mortals for centuries. The ancient Palace of Nestor, nestled in the hills overlooking the idyllic Ionian…
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As a golfing destination, Costa Navarino has it all: attractive accommodation, striking scenery, fabulous food and, as I’ve written elsewhere,…
Here’s an admission to kick off with: I’ve never been on a golf trip before. Golf has been like an…
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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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Cypress Point Club is one of the most exclusive and beautiful golf clubs in the world. Set on California’s Monterey…
There it was, staring back at me: an invitation to play Augusta National the following day. The man who had…
There are no ocean views, towering dunes, sheer cliffs or plunging valleys and yet, Pine Valley Golf Club in the…
Love at first sight is a fickle concept in golf, but Barnbougle Dunes had me at ‘good morning.’ I had arrived at this fabled golfing destination in the dead of night. Through the darkness I found my way to my bed and fell asleep dreaming of what lay in wait. I was awake…
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My first year of High School was an absolute blur, I barely remember a thing. However, looking back there is…
Reay Golf Club is the most northerly 18-hole links course on the British mainland, a historic links which is located…
Hillside Golf Club, set among the towering dunes of England’s Golf Coast, is one of the finest courses in the…
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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For a for few years, Te Arai Links felt like a myth. Its ultra-exclusive and highly-acclaimed sister property, Tara Iti,…
From the windswept links of Royal County Down to the secluded brilliance of Cypress Point, the best golf courses in…
It just doesn’t get much better than a golf trip to Pinehurst. The magic of the place is something we…
New Zealand is in the midst of a golf boom: new courses are being built, existing courses restored and airport carousels are abuzz with one golf bag after another – but breathtaking Kauri Cliffs Golf Course was here well before the masses. With the likes of Tara Iti and Tea Arai Links driving…
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It just doesn’t get much better than a golf trip to Pinehurst. The magic of the place is something we…
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No committees, no captains and a casual approach to clothing – welcome to Centurion Golf Club: where the normal rules do not apply. The Hertfordshire course, situated 25 miles north of London, celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2023 and has been creating headlines right through its first decade. From hosting the inaugural GolfSixes…
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Arcadia Bluffs is golf on the edge of perfection. Perched high above Lake Michigan in the United States of America,…
Nothing can prepare you for the glorious sense of isolation and escape that envelops you at Silvies Valley Ranch. We…
A large mural of Irish golfer Shane Lowry near the entrance to Royal Portrush golf club awaits the world ahead…
Here’s an admission to kick off with: I’ve never been on a golf trip before. Golf has been like an old friend to me; floating in and out of my life, squeezing in time together when we can and picking up where we left off after long periods of separation. It’s constantly in…
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The War on the Shore, The Battle of Brookline, The Miracle at Medinah: Ryder Cups past, and monikers which inspire…
Jamie Weir explores two unforgettable golfing destinations in Portugal: the pine-framed fairways of Aroeira near the capital Lisbon and the…
Castle Pines Golf Club, just south of Denver, is a mountain masterpiece by Jack Nicklaus. Set at 6,300 feet, it…
For a for few years, Te Arai Links felt like a myth. Its ultra-exclusive and highly-acclaimed sister property, Tara Iti, had captured the imagination of the golfing world with its beauty, tranquillity and its natural wonder. This extraordinary stretch of coastline on New Zealand’s north island was no longer a secret among golfers…
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A first-person review of Tara Iti Golf Club, New Zealand’s most exclusive golf course. Designed by Tom Doak and set…
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My P.E. teacher used to call it the shrivel effect and as I prepared to play St Andrews Old Course for the first time, I finally knew what he meant. You know the feeling, it’s the one where every fibre in your body tightens, a pit forms in your stomach and, in my…
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Golf trips are sacred: they’re opportunities to experience new destinations, create lifelong memories and to spend time with your people. The likes of Pinehurst, Bandon and the great links courses of Scotland and Ireland might immediately spring to mind when you’re going through your bucket list but sometimes straying off the beaten track…
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There will always be a special place in my heart for Celtic Manor. It was here that I covered my…
It was an iconic image which travelled around the world: Bernhard Langer, with a shock of blonde hair, at Fulford…
Lindrick Golf Club saved the Ryder Cup. By the time 1957 came around, the event was on its knees. The US…
This is a stretch of coastline so rich in golf heritage, so blessed with world-class links, it has come to be known simply as Scotland’s Golf Coast – in short, East Lothian golf courses are the envy of the world. Just 30 minutes from Edinburgh, this compact region is home to some of…
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The light is fading over Broadwater Lake; the only sounds are the rustle of weeping willows, the flap of a…
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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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Embark on a journey along Northern Ireland’s breathtaking Causeway Coastal Route, where rugged cliffs, golden beaches, and world-class golf courses meet ancient legends and historic landmarks. From the iconic Giant’s Causeway to Royal Portrush Golf Club, every twist of the road reveals another unforgettable view, promising adventure, culture, and pure magic.…
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The views across St Patrick’s Links to Sheephaven Bay would’ve been enough to take my breath away if the wind…
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It’s an hour before sunset at The Cliff Hotel, Cardigan and we’re watching a pod of dolphins play in the water below us. This stunning corner of Wales has unquestionably taken a piece of all our hearts during our time here – our two-year-old will spend the much of the journey home screaming…
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Embark on a journey along Northern Ireland’s breathtaking Causeway Coastal Route, where rugged cliffs, golden beaches, and world-class golf courses…
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Northern Ireland’s Causeway Coastal Route is a dream for golfers, showcasing world-class links like Royal Portrush, Portstewart, and Castlerock. Framed by rugged cliffs and sweeping beaches, these courses deliver breathtaking views and unforgettable challenges. Combine dramatic landscapes, rich history, and exceptional golf for an adventure every passionate golfer should experience.…
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It was 3 in the morning and I was running towards the 1st tee of the Old Course, St Andrews.…
Lahinch Golf Club is Irish links golf in its purest form—wild, windswept, and wonderfully unpredictable. Set along County Clare’s rugged…
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From the moment you enter The Lodge at Prince’s Golf Club it’s clear you’re following in the footsteps of champions. A photograph hangs in the reception area showing Colin Morikawa drinking from the Claret Jug in joyous celebration. It was taken in the bar here on the night he won The Open next…
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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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