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--
-- PostgreSQL database dump
--
SET statement_timeout = 0;
SET client_encoding = 'UTF8';
SET standard_conforming_strings = off;
SET check_function_bodies = false;
SET client_min_messages = warning;
SET escape_string_warning = off;
SET search_path = public, pg_catalog;
SET default_tablespace = '';
SET default_with_oids = false;
--
-- Name: enquiries; Type: TABLE; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging; Tablespace:
--
CREATE TABLE enquiries (
id integer NOT NULL,
name character varying(255),
email character varying(255),
phone character varying(255),
date date,
destination character varying(255),
address1 character varying(255),
address2 character varying(255),
state_zip character varying(255),
country character varying(255),
number_of_nights integer,
group_size integer,
golfers integer,
non_golfers integer,
accommodation_type character varying(255),
transportation_type character varying(255),
created_at timestamp without time zone,
updated_at timestamp without time zone
);
ALTER TABLE public.enquiries OWNER TO yourgolftours_staging;
--
-- Name: enquiries_id_seq; Type: SEQUENCE; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
CREATE SEQUENCE enquiries_id_seq
START WITH 1
INCREMENT BY 1
NO MAXVALUE
NO MINVALUE
CACHE 1;
ALTER TABLE public.enquiries_id_seq OWNER TO yourgolftours_staging;
--
-- Name: enquiries_id_seq; Type: SEQUENCE OWNED BY; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
ALTER SEQUENCE enquiries_id_seq OWNED BY enquiries.id;
--
-- Name: enquiries_id_seq; Type: SEQUENCE SET; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
SELECT pg_catalog.setval('enquiries_id_seq', 1, false);
--
-- Name: markers; Type: TABLE; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging; Tablespace:
--
CREATE TABLE markers (
id integer NOT NULL,
latlng character varying(255),
name character varying(255),
description text,
page_id integer,
created_at timestamp without time zone,
updated_at timestamp without time zone
);
ALTER TABLE public.markers OWNER TO yourgolftours_staging;
--
-- Name: markers_id_seq; Type: SEQUENCE; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
CREATE SEQUENCE markers_id_seq
START WITH 1
INCREMENT BY 1
NO MAXVALUE
NO MINVALUE
CACHE 1;
ALTER TABLE public.markers_id_seq OWNER TO yourgolftours_staging;
--
-- Name: markers_id_seq; Type: SEQUENCE OWNED BY; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
ALTER SEQUENCE markers_id_seq OWNED BY markers.id;
--
-- Name: markers_id_seq; Type: SEQUENCE SET; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
SELECT pg_catalog.setval('markers_id_seq', 123, true);
--
-- Name: packages; Type: TABLE; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging; Tablespace:
--
CREATE TABLE packages (
id integer NOT NULL,
full_details text,
summary text,
snippet text,
dollar_price integer,
pound_price integer,
created_at timestamp without time zone,
updated_at timestamp without time zone,
name character varying(255)
);
ALTER TABLE public.packages OWNER TO yourgolftours_staging;
--
-- Name: packages_id_seq; Type: SEQUENCE; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
CREATE SEQUENCE packages_id_seq
START WITH 1
INCREMENT BY 1
NO MAXVALUE
NO MINVALUE
CACHE 1;
ALTER TABLE public.packages_id_seq OWNER TO yourgolftours_staging;
--
-- Name: packages_id_seq; Type: SEQUENCE OWNED BY; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
ALTER SEQUENCE packages_id_seq OWNED BY packages.id;
--
-- Name: packages_id_seq; Type: SEQUENCE SET; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
SELECT pg_catalog.setval('packages_id_seq', 17, true);
--
-- Name: packages_pages; Type: TABLE; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging; Tablespace:
--
CREATE TABLE packages_pages (
package_id integer,
page_id integer
);
ALTER TABLE public.packages_pages OWNER TO yourgolftours_staging;
--
-- Name: pages; Type: TABLE; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging; Tablespace:
--
CREATE TABLE pages (
id integer NOT NULL,
title character varying(255),
slug character varying(255),
content text,
created_at timestamp without time zone,
updated_at timestamp without time zone,
page_type character varying(255),
map_centrepoint character varying(255),
map_zoom integer,
country character varying(255),
title_tag character varying(255),
snippet text
);
ALTER TABLE public.pages OWNER TO yourgolftours_staging;
--
-- Name: pages_id_seq; Type: SEQUENCE; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
CREATE SEQUENCE pages_id_seq
START WITH 1
INCREMENT BY 1
NO MAXVALUE
NO MINVALUE
CACHE 1;
ALTER TABLE public.pages_id_seq OWNER TO yourgolftours_staging;
--
-- Name: pages_id_seq; Type: SEQUENCE OWNED BY; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
ALTER SEQUENCE pages_id_seq OWNED BY pages.id;
--
-- Name: pages_id_seq; Type: SEQUENCE SET; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
SELECT pg_catalog.setval('pages_id_seq', 209, true);
--
-- Name: related_pages; Type: TABLE; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging; Tablespace:
--
CREATE TABLE related_pages (
page_id integer,
related_page_id integer
);
ALTER TABLE public.related_pages OWNER TO yourgolftours_staging;
--
-- Name: schema_migrations; Type: TABLE; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging; Tablespace:
--
CREATE TABLE schema_migrations (
version character varying(255) NOT NULL
);
ALTER TABLE public.schema_migrations OWNER TO yourgolftours_staging;
--
-- Name: tours; Type: TABLE; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging; Tablespace:
--
CREATE TABLE tours (
id integer NOT NULL,
name character varying(255),
description text,
itinerary text,
pound_price integer,
dollar_price integer,
days integer,
created_at timestamp without time zone,
updated_at timestamp without time zone
);
ALTER TABLE public.tours OWNER TO yourgolftours_staging;
--
-- Name: tours_id_seq; Type: SEQUENCE; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
CREATE SEQUENCE tours_id_seq
START WITH 1
INCREMENT BY 1
NO MAXVALUE
NO MINVALUE
CACHE 1;
ALTER TABLE public.tours_id_seq OWNER TO yourgolftours_staging;
--
-- Name: tours_id_seq; Type: SEQUENCE OWNED BY; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
ALTER SEQUENCE tours_id_seq OWNED BY tours.id;
--
-- Name: tours_id_seq; Type: SEQUENCE SET; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
SELECT pg_catalog.setval('tours_id_seq', 1, false);
--
-- Name: id; Type: DEFAULT; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
ALTER TABLE enquiries ALTER COLUMN id SET DEFAULT nextval('enquiries_id_seq'::regclass);
--
-- Name: id; Type: DEFAULT; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
ALTER TABLE markers ALTER COLUMN id SET DEFAULT nextval('markers_id_seq'::regclass);
--
-- Name: id; Type: DEFAULT; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
ALTER TABLE packages ALTER COLUMN id SET DEFAULT nextval('packages_id_seq'::regclass);
--
-- Name: id; Type: DEFAULT; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
ALTER TABLE pages ALTER COLUMN id SET DEFAULT nextval('pages_id_seq'::regclass);
--
-- Name: id; Type: DEFAULT; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
ALTER TABLE tours ALTER COLUMN id SET DEFAULT nextval('tours_id_seq'::regclass);
--
-- Data for Name: enquiries; Type: TABLE DATA; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
COPY enquiries (id, name, email, phone, date, destination, address1, address2, state_zip, country, number_of_nights, group_size, golfers, non_golfers, accommodation_type, transportation_type, created_at, updated_at) FROM stdin;
\.
--
-- Data for Name: markers; Type: TABLE DATA; Schema: public; Owner: yourgolftours_staging
--
COPY markers (id, latlng, name, description, page_id, created_at, updated_at) FROM stdin;
74 53.7496399, -3.0177032 Royal Lytham & St Anne's \N 12 2011-09-05 11:30:42.092636 2011-09-05 11:30:42.092636
75 53.6200196, -3.0278104 Hillside \N 12 2011-09-05 11:30:56.891245 2011-09-05 11:30:56.891245
3 55.5008996, -4.6179538 Prestwick Golf Course \N 2 2011-09-05 09:15:18.920537 2011-09-05 09:15:18.920537
4 55.3141052, -4.8289215 Turnberry \N 2 2011-09-05 09:16:08.90589 2011-09-05 09:16:08.90589
5 55.5326365, -4.6506512 Royal Troon \N 2 2011-09-05 09:16:35.471216 2011-09-05 09:16:35.471216
6 56.3187785, -2.7425895 Fairmont St Andrews \N 2 2011-09-05 09:17:11.911069 2011-09-05 09:17:11.911069
7 56.3456582, -2.8088944 Old Course, St Andrews \N 2 2011-09-05 09:17:31.640239 2011-09-05 09:17:31.640239
8 56.2833861, -3.7521833 Gleneagles \N 2 2011-09-05 09:18:21.269826 2011-09-05 09:18:21.269826
9 56.2923613, -2.6538487 Kingsbarns \N 2 2011-09-05 09:18:43.273477 2011-09-05 09:18:43.273477
10 56.4988337, -2.7135854 Carnoustie \N 2 2011-09-05 09:18:59.236044 2011-09-05 09:18:59.236044
2 55.3141052, -4.8289215 Turnberry Ailsa \N 1 2011-08-23 11:10:58.999132 2011-09-05 09:24:12.895705
11 56.0340519, -2.8381183 Gullane No.1 \N 1 2011-09-05 09:24:42.004637 2011-09-05 09:24:42.004637
1 56.3456582, -2.8088944 St Andrews \N 1 2011-08-23 11:01:54.701414 2011-09-05 09:25:12.302719
12 56.0415785, -2.8211708 Muirfield \N 1 2011-09-05 09:25:33.147278 2011-09-05 09:25:33.147278
13 55.5008996, -4.6179538 Prestwick Golf Course \N 1 2011-09-05 09:25:53.731439 2011-09-05 09:25:53.731439
14 55.5326365, -4.6506512 Royal Troon \N 1 2011-09-05 09:26:15.728363 2011-09-05 09:26:15.728363
15 56.2833861, -3.7521833 Gleneagles \N 1 2011-09-05 09:26:47.890895 2011-09-05 09:26:47.890895
16 56.2923613, -2.6538487 Kingsbarns \N 1 2011-09-05 09:27:04.619071 2011-09-05 09:27:09.5351
17 56.4988337, -2.7135854 Carnoustie \N 1 2011-09-05 09:27:25.751086 2011-09-05 09:27:25.751086
18 57.4144547, -1.8622349 Cruden Bay \N 3 2011-09-05 09:39:18.233377 2011-09-05 09:39:18.233377
19 57.179718, -2.084093 Royal Aberdeen \N 3 2011-09-05 09:39:33.286659 2011-09-05 09:39:33.286659
20 57.5324753, -4.0911179 Castle Stuart \N 3 2011-09-05 09:39:55.361764 2011-09-05 09:39:55.361764
21 57.5873623, -3.8947996 Nairn \N 3 2011-09-05 09:40:13.973844 2011-09-05 09:40:13.973844
22 57.878795, -4.0250883 Royal Dornoch \N 3 2011-09-05 09:40:30.266609 2011-09-05 09:40:30.266609
76 53.3873614, -3.184962 Royal Liverpool \N 12 2011-09-05 11:31:10.571146 2011-09-05 11:31:10.571146
24 56.012617, -2.8726037 Kilspindie \N 4 2011-09-05 10:27:26.515443 2011-09-05 10:27:26.515443
26 55.9977109, -2.4996945 Dunbar \N 4 2011-09-05 10:28:06.815063 2011-09-05 10:28:06.815063
27 56.0596273, -2.7269526 North Berwick \N 4 2011-09-05 10:28:22.331308 2011-09-05 10:28:22.331308
28 56.0572654, -2.7050858 The Glen \N 4 2011-09-05 10:31:44.605165 2011-09-05 10:31:44.605165
29 56.0340519, -2.8381183 Gullane Golf Club \N 4 2011-09-05 10:32:34.500975 2011-09-05 10:32:34.500975
30 56.3456582, -2.8088944 Old Course & New Course, St Andrews \N 5 2011-09-05 10:51:13.667961 2011-09-05 10:51:13.667961
31 56.3187785, -2.7425895 Torrance Course & Kittocks Course, Fairmont St Andrews \N 5 2011-09-05 10:51:39.188546 2011-09-05 10:51:39.188546
32 56.4988337, -2.7135854 Carnoustie \N 5 2011-09-05 10:51:55.923156 2011-09-05 10:51:55.923156
33 56.2923613, -2.6538487 Kingsbarns \N 5 2011-09-05 10:52:12.853293 2011-09-05 10:52:12.853293
34 54.3062474, -8.5675011 County Sligo \N 6 2011-09-05 10:55:27.857822 2011-09-05 10:55:27.857822
35 54.3926329, -7.6901059 Lough Erne \N 6 2011-09-05 10:55:38.061887 2011-09-05 10:55:38.061887
36 54.2151782, -9.0888002 Enniscorne \N 6 2011-09-05 10:56:38.547167 2011-09-05 10:56:38.547167
37 54.2246858, -9.9910021 Carne \N 6 2011-09-05 10:56:57.93765 2011-09-05 10:56:57.93765
38 53.4891262, -10.0202686 Connemara \N 6 2011-09-05 10:57:12.889525 2011-09-05 10:57:12.889525
39 53.0911104, -6.1122035 Druids Glen \N 7 2011-09-05 11:00:24.849234 2011-09-05 11:00:24.849234
40 52.8782034, -6.0697338 European Club \N 7 2011-09-05 11:00:46.952178 2011-09-05 11:00:46.952178
41 53.3124855, -6.6081049 The K Club \N 7 2011-09-05 11:01:06.182245 2011-09-05 11:01:06.182245
42 53.36346,-6.161871 Royal Dublin Golf Club \N 7 2011-09-05 11:02:55.631843 2011-09-05 11:02:55.631843
43 53.472518,-6.124835 The Island \N 7 2011-09-05 11:03:34.185234 2011-09-05 11:03:34.185234
44 53.407383,-6.121616 Portmarnock \N 7 2011-09-05 11:03:45.582982 2011-09-05 11:03:45.582982
45 54.2156983, -5.8866001 Royal County Down \N 8 2011-09-05 11:10:56.641567 2011-09-05 11:10:56.641567
46 54.2585903, -5.6066834 Ardlgass \N 8 2011-09-05 11:11:12.292979 2011-09-05 11:11:12.292979
47 55.165639, -6.7855803 Mussenden Course, Castlerock \N 8 2011-09-05 11:11:45.313355 2011-09-05 11:11:45.313355
48 55.1722305, -6.7246894 Strand Course, Portstewart \N 8 2011-09-05 11:12:09.172969 2011-09-05 11:12:09.172969
49 55.1976912, -6.6345319 Dunluce Links, Royal Portrush \N 8 2011-09-05 11:12:27.791897 2011-09-05 11:12:27.791897
50 54.654487, -8.1107141 Old Course & Glashedy Links, Ballyliffin \N 8 2011-09-05 11:12:42.5462 2011-09-05 11:12:42.5462
51 52.938185, -9.3470348 Lahinch \N 9 2011-09-05 11:15:21.28186 2011-09-05 11:15:21.28186
52 52.7290231, -9.5265316 Doonbeg \N 9 2011-09-05 11:15:39.155035 2011-09-05 11:15:39.155035
54 52.5058419, -9.6750865 Cashen Course & Old Couse, Ballybunion \N 9 2011-09-05 11:16:58.769356 2011-09-05 11:16:58.769356
55 52.2696106, -9.7001002 Tralee \N 9 2011-09-05 11:17:17.115482 2011-09-05 11:17:17.115482
56 51.8274341, -10.1719813 Waterville \N 9 2011-09-05 11:17:31.226963 2011-09-05 11:17:31.226963
57 53.2906146, -3.8436067 Conwy \N 10 2011-09-05 11:19:43.958197 2011-09-05 11:19:43.958197
58 52.9354418, -4.5583934 Nefyn \N 10 2011-09-05 11:19:54.290254 2011-09-05 11:19:54.290254
59 52.8590185, -4.1110838 Royal St David's \N 10 2011-09-05 11:20:06.239554 2011-09-05 11:20:06.239554
60 52.5443687, -4.0560244 Aberdovey \N 10 2011-09-05 11:20:29.020288 2011-09-05 11:20:29.020288
61 51.6830515, -4.2613005 Ashburnham \N 10 2011-09-05 11:20:41.688945 2011-09-05 11:20:41.688945
62 51.6683148, -4.7081119 Tenby \N 10 2011-09-05 11:20:50.048641 2011-09-05 11:20:50.048641
63 51.5723949, -4.0936514 Pennard \N 10 2011-09-05 11:21:15.059046 2011-09-05 11:21:15.059046
64 51.6598772, -4.1483038 Machnys \N 10 2011-09-05 11:21:22.656931 2011-09-05 11:21:22.656931
65 51.4916805, -3.7263164 Royal Porthcawl \N 10 2011-09-05 11:21:35.545208 2011-09-05 11:21:35.545208
66 51.6022056, -2.9313871 Twenty Ten Course, Celtic Manor \N 10 2011-09-05 11:21:55.832018 2011-09-05 11:21:55.832018
67 51.6598772, -4.1483038 Machnys \N 11 2011-09-05 11:24:31.687661 2011-09-05 11:24:31.687661
68 51.5723949, -4.0936514 Pennard \N 11 2011-09-05 11:24:42.911341 2011-09-05 11:24:42.911341
69 51.4916805, -3.7263164 Royal Porthcawl \N 11 2011-09-05 11:24:54.598305 2011-09-05 11:24:54.598305
70 51.6022056, -2.9313871 Roman Road & Twenty Ten Course, Celtic Manor \N 11 2011-09-05 11:25:28.209575 2011-09-05 11:25:28.209575
71 51.506926,-3.716297 Pyle & Kenfig \N 11 2011-09-05 11:27:50.064354 2011-09-05 11:27:50.064354
72 53.6052229, -3.0342218 Southport & Ainsdale \N 12 2011-09-05 11:30:07.934796 2011-09-05 11:30:07.934796
73 53.5817443, -3.0404607 Formby \N 12 2011-09-05 11:30:21.402283 2011-09-05 11:30:21.402283
77 53.6218677, -3.0323911 Royal Birkdale \N 12 2011-09-05 11:31:24.526176 2011-09-05 11:31:24.526176
78 51.3738529, -0.5534375 Foxhills \N 13 2011-09-05 11:34:25.970507 2011-09-05 11:34:25.970507
79 51.351904, -0.4501714 St George's Hill \N 13 2011-09-05 11:34:39.338516 2011-09-05 11:34:39.338516
80 51.3887171, -0.631297 Sunningdale \N 13 2011-09-05 11:34:50.303618 2011-09-05 11:34:50.303618
81 51.2842072, 1.376914 Prince's \N 13 2011-09-05 11:35:00.330126 2011-09-05 11:35:00.330126
82 51.2402355, 1.3962746 Royal Cinque Ports \N 13 2011-09-05 11:35:16.60346 2011-09-05 11:35:16.60346
83 51.2736818, 1.3669636 Royal St George's \N 13 2011-09-05 11:35:38.737628 2011-09-05 11:35:38.737628
84 51.2519313, -3.0028562 Burnham and Berrow \N 14 2011-09-05 11:38:25.249152 2011-09-05 11:38:25.249152
85 51.1359656, -4.1893257 Saunton \N 14 2011-09-05 11:38:33.649397 2011-09-05 11:38:33.649397
86 51.0433764, -4.2255467 Royal North Devon \N 14 2011-09-05 11:38:43.423055 2011-09-05 11:38:43.423055
87 50.5448527, -4.9196339 St Enodoc \N 14 2011-09-05 11:38:53.224006 2011-09-05 11:38:53.224006
88 50.5320491, -5.0101253 Trevose \N 14 2011-09-05 11:39:00.760185 2011-09-05 11:39:00.760185
89 50.3485077, -5.1395594 Perranporth \N 14 2011-09-05 11:39:11.880922 2011-09-05 11:39:11.880922
90 50.4708671, -4.278437 St Mellion \N 14 2011-09-05 11:39:21.767921 2011-09-05 11:39:21.767921
91 36.511982,-4.811068 Marbella Golf and Country Club \N 15 2011-09-05 11:41:12.114246 2011-09-05 11:41:12.114246
92 36.395413,-5.225759 Finca Cortesin \N 15 2011-09-05 11:41:27.487448 2011-09-05 11:41:27.487448
93 36.2097481, -5.3845717 San Roque \N 15 2011-09-05 11:41:35.687466 2011-09-05 11:41:35.687466
94 36.29562,-5.322618 La Reserva \N 15 2011-09-05 11:41:46.026027 2011-09-05 11:41:46.026027
95 36.28718,-5.318413 Valderrama \N 15 2011-09-05 11:42:00.094811 2011-09-05 11:42:00.094811
96 37.101604,-8.143272 Oceanico Victoria \N 16 2011-09-05 11:56:06.576443 2011-09-05 11:56:06.576443
97 37.020098,-8.013153 San Lorenzo \N 16 2011-09-05 11:56:17.817233 2011-09-05 11:56:17.817233
98 37.055451,-8.062935 Vale do Lobo \N 16 2011-09-05 11:56:29.374201 2011-09-05 11:56:29.374201
99 37.196425,-7.540741 Monte Rei \N 16 2011-09-05 11:56:41.144706 2011-09-05 11:56:41.144706
100 37.149371,-7.551727 Quinta do Lago \N 16 2011-09-05 11:56:56.296771 2011-09-05 11:56:56.296771
101 37.10311,-8.114948 Oceanico Old Course \N 16 2011-09-05 11:57:09.088143 2011-09-05 11:57:09.088143
102 39.386159,-9.279928 Praia d'El Rey \N 17 2011-09-05 11:59:14.538777 2011-09-05 11:59:14.538777
103 38.761479,-9.397945 Penha Longa \N 17 2011-09-05 11:59:24.935123 2011-09-05 11:59:24.935123
104 38.718717,-9.395177 Palacio Estoril \N 17 2011-09-05 11:59:35.191269 2011-09-05 11:59:35.191269
105 38.705858,-9.465773 Oitavos Dunes \N 17 2011-09-05 11:59:47.846576 2011-09-05 11:59:47.846576
106 38.491774,-9.084942 Quinta do Peru \N 17 2011-09-05 11:59:56.99809 2011-09-05 11:59:56.99809
107 38.493839,-8.904333 Troia \N 17 2011-09-05 12:00:09.647449 2011-09-05 12:00:09.647449
109 55.3141052, -4.8289215 Ailsa Course, Turnberry \N 19 2011-09-09 15:01:24.072605 2011-09-09 15:01:24.072605
110 52.5443687, -4.0560244 Aberdovey \N 109 2011-09-09 15:04:00.759997 2011-09-09 15:04:00.759997
111 54.2585903, -5.6066834 Ardglass Golf Club \N 96 2011-09-09 15:08:26.744825 2011-09-09 15:08:26.744825
112 51.6830515, -4.2613005 Ashburnham Golf Club \N 110 2011-09-09 15:14:08.991966 2011-09-09 15:14:08.991966
113 52.5058419, -9.6750865 Ballybunion Golf Club \N 101 2011-09-09 15:24:07.964794 2011-09-09 15:24:07.964794
116 55.291628,-7.349854 Ballyliffin Golf Club \N 99 2011-09-09 15:54:02.33583 2011-09-09 15:54:02.33583
117 55.4408417, -4.6419451 Belleisle Golf Club \N 71 2011-09-09 15:57:54.999984 2011-09-09 15:57:54.999984
118 57.2501765, -3.7511316 Boat of Garten Golf Club \N 53 2011-09-09 16:30:04.559256 2011-09-09 16:30:04.559256
119 58.0130501, -3.8472436 Brora Golf Club \N 52 2011-09-09 16:35:05.625985 2011-09-09 16:35:05.625985
120 54.2246858, -9.9910021 Carne Golf Links \N 84 2011-09-09 16:38:19.874698 2011-09-09 16:38:19.874698
121 56.4988337, -2.7135854 Carnoustie Burnside Course \N 39 2011-09-09 16:40:50.036321 2011-09-09 16:40:50.036321
122 56.4988337, -2.7135854 Carnoustie Championship Course \N 23 2011-09-09 16:43:01.181884 2011-09-09 16:43:01.181884
123 53.3812167, -6.5922599 Carton House Hotel \N 90 2011-09-13 17:03:46.979459 2011-09-13 17:03:46.979459
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5 ## St Andrews on a Shoestring\r\n\r\nOur Select Itineraries for golf in Scotland feature some of our most popular destinations, however if you wish to create a bespoke package please call our specialists or create your own.\r\n\r\n* Day 1 - Depart USA\r\n* Day 2 - Arrive Edinburgh / Glasgow, Travel to Fairmont St Andrews, Play Torrance Course, Fairmont (Includes lunch)\r\n* Day 3 - Play Old Course (Enter ballot, green fee payable locally)\r\n* Day 4 - Play New Course\r\n* Day 5 - Play Kingsbarns (Includes caddy and lunch)\r\n* Day 6 - Play Kittocks Course, Fairmont (Includes shared cart and lunch)\r\n* Day 7 - Play Carnoustie Championship\r\n* Day 8 - Depart Edinburgh / Glasgow, Arrive USA\r\n\r\n### What's included\r\n\r\n* 6 nights at Fairmont St Andrews - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* Full Scottish breakfast each morning\r\n\r\n* 5 Green Fees for rounds of golf as above, excluding Old Course\r\n\r\n* Opel Zafira 7-seat vehicle or similar (incl Crash Damage Waiver, Unlimited mileage, Insurance and VAT)\r\n\r\n* All local taxes\r\n\r\n### Supplements\r\n\r\nChauffeur driven luxury coach with guide\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n### Upgrade Options (per person)\r\n\r\nAvailable on request\r\n\r\nAll invoices will be in £'s sterling\r\nDollar prices are as a guide due to fluctuating exchange rates. Invoices will be in £'s Sterling as stated. ## St Andrews on a Shoestring\r\n\r\nYour time on this tour will be spent in the luxurious surroundings of the five star Fairmont St Andrews. As well as enjoying the supreme restaurants and outstanding facilities this stunning resort hotel has to offer you will also head off to a new Scottish golfing gem each day including the St Andrews New and Old Courses, Kingsbarns and the devilishly difficult Carnoustie. Rounds on these courses will be supplemented by rounds on the Fairmont’s two home courses, the Kittocks and the Torrance which will complete your Scottish golf experience. 2079 1389 2011-08-30 15:29:32.478423 2011-09-13 11:15:23.244245 St Andrews on a Shoestring Tour
8 ## Royal County Down, Portrush & Ballyliffin \r\n\r\nOur Select Itineraries for golf in Ireland feature some of our most popular destinations, however if you wish to create a bespoke package please call our specialists or create your own.\r\n\r\n* Day 1 - Depart USA\r\n* Day 2 - Arrive Belfast, Travel to Slieve Donard Hotel\r\n* Day 3 - Play Royal County Down\r\n* Day 4 - Play Ardlgass, Travel to Bushmills Inn\r\n* Day 5 - Play Mussenden Course, Castlerock (2nd Round available on 9-hole Bann Course)\r\n* Day 6 - Play Strand Course, Portstewart (2nd Round available on Riverside Course)\r\n* Day 7 - Play Dunluce Links, Royal Portrush, Travel to Ballyliffin Lodge\r\n* Day 8 - Play Old Course & Glashedy Links, Ballyliffin\r\n* Day 9 - Depart Belfast, Arrive USA\r\n\r\n### What's included\r\n\r\n* 2 nights at the Slieve Donard Hotel - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 4 nights at the Bushmills Inn - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 2 nights at the Ballyliffin Lodge - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* Full Irish breakfast each morning\r\n\r\n* 8 Green Fees for rounds of golf as above\r\n\r\n* Opel Zafira 7-seat vehicle or similar (incl Crash Damage Waiver, Unlimited mileage, Insurance and VAT)\r\n\r\n* All local taxes\r\n\r\n### Supplements\r\n\r\nChauffeur driven luxury coach with guide\r\n(based on 8 people) $ on request\r\n\r\n### Upgrade Options (per person)\r\n\r\n* Slieve Donard Hotel\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n* Ballyliffin Lodge\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n* Bushmills Inn\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\nAll invoices will be in £'s sterling\r\nDollar prices are as a guide due to fluctuating exchange rates. Invoices will be in £'s Sterling as stated. #Royal County Down, Portrush & Ballyliffin Tour\r\n\r\nThe North of Ireland and Northern Ireland itself is awash with world class links courses and from the comfort of top class accommodation you can experience them all. Royal County Down is one of the very best golf courses on the planet and it sits right on the doorstep of the luxurious Slieve Donard Resort & Spa. From here you will also visit Ardglass before travelling to the Bushmills Inn where you will find a genuine slice of Irish hospitality. From the Bushmills Inn you will play Castlerock, Portstweart and the stunning Royal Portrush before heading to Ireland’s most northerly shores to sample the delights of Ballyliffin’s two outstanding links courses. \r\n\r\n 2635 1755 2011-08-30 16:09:29.889737 2011-09-13 13:49:02.852261 Royal County Down, Portrush & Ballyliffin Tour
10 ## Ultimate Wales Tour\r\n\r\nOur Select Itineraries for golf in Wales feature some of our most popular destinations, however if you wish to create a bespoke package please call our specialists or create your own.\r\n\r\n* Day 1 - Depart USA\r\n* Day 2 - Arrive Manchester, Play Conwy, Travel to the Celtic Royal Hotel, Caernarfon\r\n* Day 3 - Play Nefyn\r\n* Day 4 - Play Royal St David's\r\n* Day 5 - Play Aberdovey, Travel to the Dragon Hotel, Swansea\r\n* Day 6 - Play Ashburnham\r\n* Day 7 - Play Tenby\r\n* Day 8 - Play Pennard\r\n* Day 9 - Play Machynys\r\n* Day 10 - Play Royal Porthcawl, Travel to the Celtic Manor Resort\r\n* Day 11 - Play Twenty Ten, Celtic Manor, Depart Cardiff, Arrive USA\r\n\r\n### What's included\r\n\r\n* 3 nights at the Celtic Royal Hotel, Caernarfon - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 5 nights at the Dragon Hotel, Swansea - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 1 night at the Celtic Manor Resort - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* Full Welsh breakfast each morning\r\n\r\n* 10 Green Fees for rounds of golf as above\r\n\r\n* Opel Zafira 7-seat vehicle or similar (incl Crash Damage Waiver, Unlimited mileage, Insurance and VAT)\r\n\r\n* All local taxes\r\n\r\n### Supplements\r\n\r\nChauffeur driven luxury coach with guide\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n### Upgrade Options (per person)\r\n\r\nAvailable on Request\r\n\r\nAll invoices will be in £'s sterling\r\nDollar prices are as a guide due to fluctuating exchange rates. Invoices will be in £'s Sterling as stated. #Ultimate Wales Tour\r\n\r\nThe Ultimate Wales golf tour takes you on a journey that features some of the finest and most illustrious golf courses in Wales as well as some of the very best lesser known courses that have managed to fly under the radar for years. During a 3 night stay at the Celtic Royal Hotel you will pay a visit to Royal St Davids, Conwy and Nefyn & District which boasts one of the most stunning stretches of holes anywhere in the world. The Dragon Hotel in Swansea will provide the ideal base from which to visit golfing delights such as Royal Porthcawl, Tenby and Machynys Peninsula while the end of the tour will be marked by a night in the luxurious surroundings of the Celtic Manor Resort where you will play the famous Twenty Ten Course. 2395 1595 2011-08-30 16:12:23.85774 2011-09-13 11:37:33.80227 Ultimate Wales Tour
16 ## The Algarve\r\n\r\nOur Select Itineraries for golf in Portugal feature some of our most popular destinations, however if you wish to create a bespoke package please call our specialists or create your own.\r\n\r\n* Day 1 - Depart USA\r\n* Day 2 - Arrive Arrive Faro, Travel to Dona Filipa Hotel, Vale do Lobo\r\n* Day 3 - Play Oceanico Victoria Course\r\n* Day 4 - Play San Lorenzo\r\n* Day 5 - Play Vale do Lobo Royal Course\r\n* Day 6 - Play Monte Rei, Travel to Quinta do Lago Hotel\r\n* Day 7 - Play Quinta do Lago South Course\r\n* Day 8 - Play Oceanico Old Course\r\n* Day 9 - Depart Faro, Arrive USA\r\n\r\n### What's included\r\n\r\n* 4 nights at Dona Filipa Hotel - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 3 nights at Quinta do Lago Hotel - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* Full hot / cold breakfast each morning\r\n\r\n* 6 Green Fees for rounds of golf as above\r\n\r\n* Opel Zafira 7-seat vehicle or similar (incl Crash Damage Waiver, Unlimited mileage, Insurance and VAT)\r\n\r\n* All local taxes\r\n\r\n### Supplements\r\n\r\nChauffeur driven luxury coach with guide\r\n(based on 8 people) $ on request\r\n\r\n### Upgrade Options (per person)\r\n\r\n* Dona Filipa Hotel\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n* Quinta do Lago Hotel\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\nAll invoices will be in £'s sterling\r\nDollar prices are as a guide due to fluctuating exchange rates. Invoices will be in £'s Sterling as stated. #The Algarve\r\n\r\nThe Algarve has long been one of the premier destinations for a golf tour in Europe which is no surprise considering the wealth of golfing options in the region. On the Algarve golf tour you will sample the luxury at the five star Dona Filipa Hotel which is surrounded by top class golf courses. Rounds on the Oceanico Victoria and the Royal Course at Vale do Lobo will be topped off with a round on San Lorenzo which has long been regarded as Portugal’s best golf course. After a short journey to the west you will arrive at Quinta do Lago; the most luxurious golf hotel on the Algarve from where you will play classic courses including Monte Rei, Quinta do Lago South and the Oceanico Old Course. The Algarve tour package includes 7 nights and 6 rounds of golf. 2599 1735 2011-08-30 16:27:43.522493 2011-09-13 15:21:38.758453 The Algarve Tour
7 ## Dublin\r\n\r\nOur Select Itineraries for golf in Ireland feature some of our most popular destinations, however if you wish to create a bespoke package please call our specialists or create your own.\r\n\r\n* Day 1 - Depart USA\r\n* Day 2 - Arrive Dublin, Travel to Druids Glen Resort, Play Druids Glen\r\n* Day 3 - Play The European Club\r\n* Day 4 - Play Palmer Course, K Club\r\n* Day 5 - Play Royal Dublin, Travel to The Fitzwilliam Hotel\r\n* Day 6 - Play The Island\r\n* Day 7 - Play Portmarnock Old\r\n* Day 8 - Depart Dublin, Arrive USA\r\n\r\n### What's included\r\n\r\n* 3 nights at Druids Glen Resort - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 3 nights at the Fitzwilliam Hotel - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* Full Irish breakfast each morning\r\n\r\n* 6 Green Fees for rounds of golf as above\r\n\r\n* Opel Zafira 7-seat vehicle or similar (incl Crash Damage Waiver, Unlimited mileage, Insurance and VAT)\r\n\r\n* All local taxes\r\n\r\n### Supplements\r\n\r\nChauffeur driven luxury coach with guide\r\n(based on 8 people) $ on request\r\n\r\n### Upgrade Options (per person)\r\n\r\n* Druids Glen Resort\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n* The Fitzwilliam Hotel\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\nAll invoices will be in £'s sterling\r\nDollar prices are as a guide due to fluctuating exchange rates. Invoices will be in £'s Sterling as stated. #Dublin\r\n\r\nUpon arriving on the Emerald Isle you will be whisked away to the stunning and luxurious Druids Glen Resort where five star accommodation, two championship golf courses and the warmest welcome await. The beauty of the Druids Glen golf course is contrasted perfectly by the ruggedness of the championship links courses on the itinerary that include Royal Dublin, The European Club and The Island. After a spell at Druids Glen you the Dublin Tour heads into the city and from the grand Fitzwilliam Hotel you will sample further Irish delights including the vibrant nightlife and the famous Palmer Course at the K Club. 2245 1495 2011-08-30 16:07:52.640486 2011-09-13 13:28:34.243724 Dublin Tour
1 ## Scotland's Finest Tour\r\n\r\nEast Lothian, Ayrshire, St Andrews & Gleneagles\r\n12 nights of luxury accommodation and 10 rounds of championship golf\r\n\r\n**12 Night Package - $5,999pp (£3,999)**\r\n\r\nOur Finest Tour of Scotland features luxury accommodation and some of the best courses, however if you wish to create a bespoke package please call our specialists or create your own.\r\n\r\n\r\n2 nights at the Macdonald Marine Hotel, North Berwick\r\nPlay Gullane No. 1 & Muirfield\r\n\r\n\r\n3 nights at the Turnberry Resort\r\nPlay Turnberry Ailsa, Prestwick & Royal Troon\r\n\r\n\r\n3 nights at the Gleneagles Hotel\r\nPlay The PGA Centenary, Kings & Queens\r\n\r\n\r\n4 nights at the The Old Course Hotel, St Andrews\r\nPlay The Old Course, Kingsbarns & Carnoustie\r\n(Ballot entry for The Old Course, green fee payable locally)\r\n\r\n### What's included\r\n\r\n* 2 nights at The Macdonald Marine Hotel - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 3 nights at The Turnberry Resort - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 3 nights at Gleneagles Hotel - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 4 nights at the Old Course Hotel - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* Full Scottish breakfast each morning\r\n\r\n* 10 Green Fees for rounds of golf as above, plus Old Course ballot\r\n\r\n* Opel Zafira 7-seat vehicle or similar (incl Crash Damage Waiver, Unlimited mileage, Insurance and VAT)\r\n\r\n* All local taxes\r\n\r\n### Supplements\r\nChauffeur driven luxury coach with guide\r\n£ on request\r\n\r\nAll invoices will be in £'s sterling\r\nDollar prices are as a guide due to fluctuating exchange rates. Invoices will be in £'s Sterling as stated. For any serious golfer a golf tour of Scotland should be right at the top of the list. History, tradition, hidden gems and famous Open Championship venues are all on the menu and on Scotland’s Finest Tour you will experience it all. Your time will be split among four of the finest hotels in the country including Gleneagles, Turnberry and The Old Course Hotel. On top of five star luxury, world class restaurants and outstanding facilities these fine establishments will allow you easy access to the best and most historically important golf clubs in the world including the likes of St Andrews, Muirfield, Royal Troon and the fabulous trio at Gleneagles. The Ultimate Scotland Tour package includes 12 nights and 10 rounds of golf. 5999 3999 2011-08-23 10:31:37.024484 2011-09-13 13:34:33.258822 Ultimate Scotland Golf Tour
15 ## Costa Del Sol\r\n\r\nOur Select Itineraries for golf in Spain feature some of our most popular destinations, however if you wish to create a bespoke package please call our specialists or create your own.\r\n\r\n* Day 1 - Depart USA\r\n* Day 2 - Arrive Malaga, Travel to Gran Melia Don Pepe Hotel, Marbella\r\n* Day 3 - Play Marbella Golf & Country Club\r\n* Day 4 - Play Finca Cortesin, Travel to NH Almenara Hotel, Sotogrande\r\n* Day 5 - Play San Roque Old Course\r\n* Day 6 - Play La Reserva\r\n* Day 7 - Play Valderrama\r\n* Day 8 - Depart Malaga, Arrive USA\r\n\r\n### What's included\r\n\r\n* 2 nights at Gran Melia Don Pepe Hotel, Marbella - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 4 nights at NH Hotel Almenara, Sotogrande - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* Full hot / cold breakfast each morning\r\n\r\n* 5 Green Fees for rounds of golf as above\r\n\r\n* Opel Zafira 7-seat vehicle or similar (incl Crash Damage Waiver, Unlimited mileage, Insurance and VAT)\r\n\r\n* All local taxes\r\n\r\n### Supplements\r\n\r\nChauffeur driven luxury coach with guide\r\n(based on 8 people) $ on request\r\n\r\n### Upgrade Options (per person)\r\n\r\n* Gran Melia Don Pepe Hotel\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n* NH Hotel Almenara\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\nAll invoices will be in £'s sterling\r\nDollar prices are as a guide due to fluctuating exchange rates. Invoices will be in £'s Sterling as stated. #Costa del Sol\r\n\r\nStretching from Malaga down towards Sotogrande, the Costa del Sol is generously adorned with stunning golf courses and top class hotels and resorts. During a luxurious stay at the five star Gran Melia Don Pepe Hotel you will visit the marvellous Marbella Golf & Country Club before heading to Finca Cortesin which is now the site of the Volvo World Matchplay Championship. Sitting atop the Sotogrande estate, the NH Almenara Hotel looks down over the local golf courses and the Mediterranean coastline. From here you will sample the delights of San Roque, La Reserva and the world famous Valderrama. The Costa del Sol tour package includes 6 nights and 5 rounds of golf. 2395 1599 2011-08-30 16:26:08.958551 2011-09-13 15:13:45.768055 Costa Del Sol Tour
13 ## London & Kent\r\n\r\nOur Select Itineraries for golf in England feature some of our most popular destinations, however if you wish to create a bespoke package please call our specialists or create your own.\r\n\r\n* Day 1 - Depart USA\r\n* Day 2 - Arrive London, Travel to Foxhills Club & Resort, Play Foxhills\r\n* Day 3 - Play St George's Hill\r\n* Day 4 - Play Sunningdale\r\n* Day 5 - Play Prince's, Travel to The Bell Hotel, Sandwich\r\n* Day 6 - Day Ticket at Royal Cinque Ports\r\n* Day 7 - Play Royal St George's\r\n* Day 8 - Depart Glasgow, Arrive USA\r\n\r\n### What's included\r\n\r\n* 3 nights at Foxhills Club & Resort - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 3 nights at The Bell Hotel, Sandwich - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* Full English breakfast each morning\r\n\r\n* 7 Green Fees for rounds of golf as above\r\n\r\n* Opel Zafira 7-seat vehicle or similar (incl Crash Damage Waiver, Unlimited mileage, Insurance and VAT)\r\n\r\n* All local taxes\r\n\r\n### Supplements\r\n\r\nChauffeur driven luxury coach with guide\r\n(based on 8 people) $ on request\r\n\r\n### Upgrade Options (per person)\r\n\r\n* Foxhills Club & Resort\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n* The Bell Hotel, Sandwich\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\nAll invoices will be in £'s sterling\r\nDollar prices are as a guide due to fluctuating exchange rates. Invoices will be in £'s Sterling as stated. #London & Kent\r\n\r\nThe English Capital is surrounded by top class parkland and heathland golf courses and only a short drive away you will find the various delights packed onto the Kent coastline. Basing yourself at Foxhills you will play some of the biggest names in English Golf including a fantastic course at Foxhills itself, St Georges Hill and the world famous Sunningdale which is widely regarded as one of the finest inland golf courses in the world. From the capital you will head East towards Kent and from the comfort of the charming Bell Hotel in Sandwich you will sample some of the best links golf Southern England has to offer. Rounds at Princes and Royal Cinque Ports will warm you up perfectly for a crack at Royal St Georges; the host course of the 2011 Open Championship. 2245 1495 2011-08-30 16:23:26.866572 2011-09-13 14:12:33.638232 London & Kent Tour
4 ## East Lothian\r\n\r\nOur Select Itineraries for golf in Scotland feature some of our most popular destinations, however if you wish to create a bespoke package please call our specialists or create your own.\r\n\r\n* Day 1 - Depart USA\r\n* Day 2 - Arrive Edinburgh, Travel to Macdonald Marine Hotel, Play The Glen\r\n* Day 3 - Play Kilspindie\r\n* Day 4 - Play Gullane No. 1, Play Gullane No. 2\r\n* Day 5 - Play Dunbar\r\n* Day 6 - Play North Berwick\r\n* Day 7 - Depart Edinburgh, Arrive USA\r\n\r\n### What's included\r\n\r\n* 5 nights at the Macdonald Marine Hotel, North Berwick - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* Full Scottish breakfast each morning\r\n\r\n* 6 Green Fees for rounds of golf as above\r\n\r\n* Opel Zafira 7-seat vehicle or similar (incl Crash Damage Waiver, Unlimited mileage, Insurance and VAT)\r\n\r\n* All local taxes\r\n\r\n### Supplements\r\n\r\nChauffeur driven luxury coach with guide\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n### Upgrade Options (per person)\r\n\r\n**Marine Hotel**\r\n\r\n* Sea View Room $ on request\r\n* Four Poster Room $ on request\r\n* Junior Suite $ on request\r\n* Single Room $ on request\r\n\r\nAll invoices will be in £'s sterling\r\nDollar prices are as a guide due to fluctuating exchange rates. Invoices will be in £'s Sterling as stated. #East Lothian\r\n\r\nYour time in Scotland will be spent visiting some of Scotland’s most famous names in golf including Open Championship qualifying venues like North Berwick and Dunbar as well as some lesser known names including The Glen, Killspindie and Gullane. The Macdonald Marine Hotel & Spa will act as the perfect base for this fantastic golf tour and following a recent extensive refurbishment it is one of the most comfortable and luxurious establishments in Scotland. 1585 1055 2011-08-30 15:27:21.923911 2011-09-13 11:59:15.949825 East Lothian Tour
12 ## Southport & British Open \r\n\r\nOur Select Itineraries for golf in England feature some of our most popular destinations, however if you wish to create a bespoke package please call our specialists or create your own.\r\n\r\n* Day 1 - Depart USA\r\n* Day 2 - Arrive Manchester / Liverpool, Travel to The Vincent Hotel\r\n* Day 3\t- Play Southport & Ainsdale\r\n* Day 4 - Day ticket at Formby\r\n* Day 5 - Play Royal Lytham & St Annes\r\n* Day 6 - Play Hillside\r\n* Day 7 - Play Royal Liverpool\r\n* Day 8 - Play Royal Birkdale\r\n* Day 9 - Depart Manchester / Liverpool, Arrive USA\r\n\r\n### What's included\r\n\r\n* 7 nights at the Vincent Hotel Southport - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* Full English breakfast each morning\r\n\r\n* 6 Green Fees for rounds of golf as above\r\n\r\n* Opel Zafira 7-seat vehicle or similar (incl Crash Damage Waiver, Unlimited mileage, Insurance and VAT)\r\n\r\n* All local taxes\r\n\r\n### Supplements\r\n\r\nChauffeur driven luxury coach with guide\r\n(based on 8 people) $ on request\r\n\r\n### Upgrade Options (per person)\r\n\r\n* The Vincent Hotel\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\nAll invoices will be in £'s sterling\r\nDollar prices are as a guide due to fluctuating exchange rates. Invoices will be in £'s Sterling as stated. #Southport & British Open\r\n\r\nSouthport is ‘England's Golfing Capital', and is arguably the finest golfing area in the country, with links courses of the highest quality packed in with remarkable density. These are no ordinary links courses either as Southport is home to countless Open Championship venues including Royal Birkdale, Royal Lytham & St Annes and Royal Liverpool. All three of these magnificent Royal Links courses are part of the Southport Tour and they are ably supported by lesser known but equally impressive hidden gems. Using the stylish and comfortable Vincent Hotel as a base you will also visit classics like Formby, Hillside and Southport & Ainsdale. 2515 1675 2011-08-30 16:20:58.419148 2011-09-13 13:11:53.317841 Southport & British Open Tour
3 ##Highlands and Royal Aberdeen\r\n\r\nOur Select Itineraries for golf in Scotland feature some of our most popular destinations, however if you wish to create a bespoke package please call our specialists or create your own.\r\n\r\n* Day 1 - Depart USA\r\n* Day 2 - Arrive Glasgow / Edinburgh, Travel to The Marcliffe Hotel\r\n* Day 3 - Play Cruden Bay\r\n* Day 4 - Play Royal Aberdeen, Travel to Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness\r\n* Day 5 - Play Castle Stuart (Includes caddies and lunch)\r\n* Day 6 - Play Nairn\r\n* Day 7 - Play Royal Dornoch\r\n* Day 8 - Play Castle Stuart (Includes caddies and lunch)\r\n* Day 9 - Depart Glasgow, Arrive USA\r\n\r\n### What's included\r\n\r\n* 2 nights at The Marcliffe Hotel - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 5 nights at the Kingsmills Hotel - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* Full Scottish breakfast each morning\r\n\r\n* 6 Green Fees for rounds of golf as above\r\n\r\n* Opel Zafira 7-seat vehicle or similar (incl Crash Damage Waiver, Unlimited mileage, Insurance and VAT)\r\n\r\n* All local taxes\r\n\r\n### Supplements\r\n\r\nChauffeur driven luxury coach with guide\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n### Upgrade Options (per person)\r\n\r\n* Kingsmills Hotel\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n* Royal Golf Hotel\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\nAll invoices will be in £'s sterling\r\nDollar prices are as a guide due to fluctuating exchange rates. Invoices will be in £'s Sterling as stated. #Highlands and Royal Aberdeen\r\n\r\nThe Highlands and Royal Aberdeen Tour will see you taking in some of the most stunning views the dramatic Scottish landscape has to offer while playing a collection of the very best links courses in the world. Upon arriving in Scotland you will spend two nights in the luxurious Marcliffe Hotel from where you will visit such golfing delights as Cruden Bay and the stunning Royal Aberdeen. The Kingsmills Hotel will provide accommodation for the rest of the tour and from there you will strike out towards Castle Stuart, Nairn and the grand old Royal Dornoch. 2695 1795 2011-08-30 15:14:39.024825 2011-09-13 10:42:28.273372 Highlands and Royal Aberdeen Tour
11 ## South Wales & Celtic Manor\r\n\r\nOur Select Itineraries for golf in Wales feature some of our most popular destinations, however if you wish to create a bespoke package please call our specialists or create your own.\r\n\r\n* Day 1 - Depart USA\r\n* Day 2 - Arrive Cardiff, Play Pyle & Kenfig, Travel to the Dragon Hotel, Swansea\r\n* Day 3 - Play Machynys\r\n* Day 4 - Play Pennard\r\n* Day 5 - Play Royal Porthcawl\r\n* Day 6 - Travel to Celtic Manor Resort, Play Roman Road Course, Celtic Manor\r\n* Day 7 - Play Twenty Ten Course, Celtic Manor\r\n* Day 8 - Depart Cardiff, Arrive USA\r\n\r\n### What's included\r\n\r\n* 4 nights at the Dragon Hotel Swansea - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 2 nights at the Celtic Manor Resort - based on 2 sharing a Resort Twin Room\r\n\r\n* Full Welsh breakfast each morning\r\n\r\n* 6 Green Fees for rounds of golf as above\r\n\r\n* Opel Zafira 7-seat vehicle or similar (incl Crash Damage Waiver, Unlimited mileage, Insurance and VAT)\r\n\r\n* All local taxes\r\n\r\n### Supplements\r\n\r\nChauffeur driven luxury coach with guide\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n### Upgrade Options (per person)\r\n\r\nAvailable on Request\r\n\r\nAll invoices will be in £'s sterling\r\nDollar prices are as a guide due to fluctuating exchange rates. Invoices will be in £'s Sterling as stated. #South Wales & Celtic Manor \r\n\r\nThe South coast of Wales is one of the most picturesque in the UK and it comes as no surprise it is also home to a vast array of top class golf courses. From the Dragon Hotel in Swansea you will battle the links courses at Pyle & Kenfig, Pennard and Royal Porthcawl as well as sampling the delights at Machynys Peninsula. No golf tour of Wales would be complete without visiting the Celtic Manor which will become your home for the last days of the tour. Here you will play the fantastic Roamn road Course before signing off on your golf tour with a round on the world famous Twenty Ten Course. 1449 995 2011-08-30 16:19:38.976938 2011-09-13 14:42:42.788009 South Wales & Celtic Manor Tour
2 ##Turnberry & St Andrews\r\n\r\nOur Select Itineraries for golf in Scotland feature some of our most popular destinations, however if you wish to create a bespoke package please call our specialists or create your own.\r\n\r\n* Day 1 - Depart USA\r\n* Day 2 - Arrive Glasgow, Travel to Turnberry Resort, Play Prestwick\r\n* Day 3 - Play Ailsa Course, Turnberry(Includes lunch)\r\n* Day 4 - Play Old & Portland Courses, Royal Troon, Travel to Fairmont St Andrews\r\n* Day 5 - Enter ballot for Old Course, St Andrews\r\n* Day 6 - Play PGA Centenary Course, Gleneagles\r\n* Day 7 - Play Carnoustie Championship\r\n* Day 8 - Play Kingsbarns Golf Links(Includes caddies and lunch)\r\n* Day 9 - Depart Glasgow, Arrive USA\r\n \t \r\n**What's included**\r\n\r\n* 3 nights at Turnberry - based on 2 sharing a Classic Room\r\n\r\n* 4 nights at Fairmont St Andrews - based on 2 sharing a Fairmont Room\r\n\r\n* Full Scottish breakfast each morning\r\n\r\n* 7 Green Fees for rounds of golf as above, plus Old Course ballot\r\n\r\n* Opel Zafira 7-seat vehicle or similar (incl Crash Damage Waiver, Unlimited mileage, Insurance and VAT)\r\n\r\n* All local taxes\r\n\r\n**Supplements**\r\n\r\nChauffeur driven luxury coach with guide $ On Request\r\n\r\n**Upgrade Options** (per person)\r\n\r\n**Turnberry Resort**\r\n$ On Request\r\n\r\n**Fairmont St Andrews**\r\n$ On Request\r\n\r\nAll invoices will be in £'s sterling\r\nDollar prices are as a guide due to fluctuating exchange rates. Invoices will be in £'s Sterling as stated. The Turnberry and St Andrews Tour takes in some of the most iconic sights and sounds of Scottish Golf. During three wonderful nights at the stunning Turnberry Resort you will play famous names like Royal Troon, Prestwick and of course the Ailsa Course at Turnberry which was the scene of the legendary ‘Duel in the Sun’ between Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson. From here you will travel to the five star luxury of the Fairmont St Andrews and experience yet more of Scotland’s golfing heavyweights including Carnoustie, the mighty Kingsbarns and most importantly the world famous St Andrews Old Course. 3675 2449 2011-08-30 11:48:48.652021 2011-09-13 12:22:53.546506 Turnberry & St Andrews Tour
6 ## North West Ireland\r\n\r\nOur Select Itineraries for golf in Ireland feature some of our most popular destinations, however if you wish to create a bespoke package please call our specialists or create your own.\r\n\r\n* Day 1 - Depart USA\r\n* Day 2 - Arrive Ireland, Travel to Radisson SAS Blu Hotel, Sligo\r\n* Day 3 - Play Co. Sligo\r\n* Day 4 - Play Lough Erne\r\n* Day 5 - Play Enniscrone, Travel to The Wyatt Hotel, Westport\r\n* Day 6 - Play Carne\r\n* Day 7 - Play Connemara\r\n* Day 8 - Depart Ireland, Arrive USA\r\n\r\n### What's included\r\n\r\n* 3 nights at The Wyatt Hotel, Westport - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 3 nights at Radisson SAS BLU Hotel, Sligo - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* Full Irish breakfast each morning\r\n\r\n* 5 Green Fees for rounds of golf as above\r\n\r\n* Opel Zafira 7-seat vehicle or similar (incl Crash Damage Waiver, Unlimited mileage, Insurance and VAT)\r\n\r\n* All local taxes\r\n\r\n### Supplements\r\n\r\nChauffeur driven luxury coach with guide\r\n(based on 8 people) $ on request\r\n\r\n### Upgrade Options (per person)\r\n\r\n* Wyatt Hotel\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n* Radisson SAS Blue Hotel\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\nAll invoices will be in £'s sterling\r\nDollar prices are as a guide due to fluctuating exchange rates. Invoices will be in £'s Sterling as stated. Like the Highlands of Scotland, North west Ireland is less conspicuous than some of its more southerly neighbours but that is not to say that it is not up to the task of hosting a golf tour. From the Radisson SAS Blue Hotel in Sligo you will make the short trips to the links courses at County Sligo and Enniscrone as well as visiting the impossibly beautiful Lough Erne. From there you will travel to the charming Wyatt Hotel in Westport and play golf at yet more stunning links courses including Carne and Connemara. 1195 795 2011-08-30 15:31:10.542193 2011-09-13 12:23:06.916766 North West Ireland Tour
14 ## South West England\r\n\r\nOur Select Itineraries for golf in England feature some of our most popular destinations, however if you wish to create a bespoke package please call our specialists or create your own.\r\n\r\n* Day 1 \tDepart USA\r\n* Day 2 \tArrive Bristol, Travel to Barnstaple Hotel, Play Burnham & Berrow\r\n* Day 3 \tPlay Saunton\r\n* Day 4 \tPlay Royal North Devon\r\n* Day 5 \tPlay St Enodoc, Travel to The Esplanade Hotel, Newquay\r\n* Day 6 \tPlay Trevose\r\n* Day 7 \tPlay Perranporth, Travel to St Mellion Resort\r\n* Day 8 \tPlay Nicklaus Course, St Mellion\r\n* Day 9 \tPlay Kernow Course, St Mellion, Depart Bristol, Arrive USA\r\n\r\n### What's included\r\n\r\n* 3 nights at The Barnstaple Hotel - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 2 nights at The Esplanade Hotel, Newquay - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 2 nights at St Mellion Resort - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* Full English breakfast each morning\r\n\r\n* 8 Green Fees for rounds of golf as above\r\n\r\n* Opel Zafira 7-seat vehicle or similar (incl Crash Damage Waiver, Unlimited mileage, Insurance and VAT)\r\n\r\n* All local taxes\r\n\r\n### Supplements\r\n\r\nChauffeur driven luxury coach with guide\r\n(based on 8 people) $ on request\r\n\r\n### Upgrade Options (per person)\r\n\r\nThe Barnstaple Hotel\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\nThe Esplanade Hotel\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\nSt Mellion Resort\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\nAll invoices will be in £'s sterling\r\nDollar prices are as a guide due to fluctuating exchange rates. Invoices will be in £'s Sterling as stated. #South West England\r\n\r\nOn top of the illustrious trio of Saunton, Royal North Devon and St Mellion, the South West is awash with lesser known beauties including Burnham & Berrow, Perranporth, St Enodoc and Trevose all of which are on this itinerary. Due to its popularity as a holiday destination, the South West is replete with outstanding accommodation options. From the Barnstaple Hotel in Devon to the Esplanade Hotel in Newquay you are sure to be looked after well on your journey to the St Mellion Resort. The South West Tour package includes 7 nights accommodation and 8 rounds of golf. 1875 1249 2011-08-30 16:24:51.27737 2011-09-13 14:32:47.752881 South West England Tour
9 ## South West & Killarney\r\n\r\nOur Select Itineraries for golf in Ireland feature some of our most popular destinations, however if you wish to create a bespoke package please call our specialists or create your own.\r\n\r\n* Day 1 - Depart USA\r\n* Day 2 - Arrive Shannon, Play Lahinch, Travel to Doonbeg Lodge\r\n* Day 3 - Play Doonbeg\r\n* Day 4 - Play Cashen Course, Ballybunion, Travel to Ballybunion Golf Hotel\r\n* Day 5 - Play Old Course, Ballybunion\r\n* Day 6 - Play Tralee, Travel to Lake Hotel Killarney\r\n* Day 7 - Play Waterville\r\n* Day 8 - Depart Shannon, Arrive USA\r\n \t \r\n\r\n### What's included\r\n\r\n* 2 nights at Doonbeg Lodge - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 2 nights at Ballybunion Golf Hotel - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 3 nights at the Lake Hotel Killarney- based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* Full Irish breakfast each morning\r\n\r\n* 6 Green Fees for rounds of golf as above\r\n\r\n* Opel Zafira 7-seat vehicle or similar (incl Crash Damage Waiver, Unlimited mileage, Insurance and VAT)\r\n\r\n* All local taxes\r\n\r\n### Supplements\r\n\r\nChauffeur driven luxury coach with guide\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n### Upgrade Options (per person)\r\n\r\n* Doonbeg Lodge\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n* Ballybunion Golf Hotel\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n* Lake Hotel Killarney\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\nAll invoices will be in £'s sterling\r\nDollar prices are as a guide due to fluctuating exchange rates. Invoices will be in £'s Sterling as stated. #South West & Killarney\r\n\r\nSouth West Ireland is one of the most picturesque places in the whole of Europe and the peaks, ancient woodlands, lakes and coastlines have lent themselves to the creation of some stunning golf courses. Following a round on the stunning Lahinch Links you will travel to the Doonbeg Lodge from where you will play Greg Norman’s stunning links creation. During your time at the Ballybunion Golf Hotel you will play both the Cashen Course and the Old Course which is widely regarded as one of the finest in the world. Your final night will be spent in the Lake Hotel in Killarney and you couldn’t ask for a more dramatic location from which to sign off on your Irish golf tour. 2219 1479 2011-08-30 16:10:55.240684 2011-09-13 14:33:47.070749 South West Ireland Tour
17 ## Lisbon, Portugal\r\n\r\nOur Select Itineraries for golf in Portugal feature some of our most popular destinations, however if you wish to create a bespoke package please call our specialists or create your own.\r\n\r\n* Day 1 - Depart USA\r\n* Day 2 - Arrive Arrive Lisbon, Travel to Marriott Praia D'El Rey Resort\r\n* Day 3 - Play Praia D'El Rey\r\n* Day 4 - Play Penha Longa Atlantic Course, Travel to Palacio Estoril Hotel\r\n* Day 5 - Play Oitavos Dunes\r\n* Day 6 - Play Quinta do Peru, Travel to Sana Sesimbra Hotel\r\n* Day 7 - Play Troia\r\n* Day 8 - Depart Lisbon, Arrive USA\r\n\r\n### What's included\r\n\r\n* 2 nights at Marriott Praia D'El Rey Resort - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 2 nights at Palacio Estoril Hotel - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* 2 nights at Sana Sesimbra Hotel - based on 2 sharing a twin room\r\n\r\n* Full hot / cold breakfast each morning\r\n\r\n* 5 Green Fees for rounds of golf as above\r\n\r\n* Opel Zafira 7-seat vehicle or similar (incl Crash Damage Waiver, Unlimited mileage, Insurance and VAT)\r\n\r\n* All local taxes\r\n\r\n### Supplements\r\n\r\nChauffeur driven luxury coach with guide\r\n(based on 8 people) $ on request\r\n\r\n### Upgrade Options (per person)\r\n\r\n* Marriott Praia D'El Rey Resort\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n* Palacio Estoril Hotel\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\n* Sana Sesimbra Hotel\r\n$ on request\r\n\r\nAll invoices will be in £'s sterling\r\nDollar prices are as a guide due to fluctuating exchange rates. Invoices will be in £'s Sterling as stated. #Lisbon\r\n\r\nAlthough Lisbon has long been in the shadow of the Algarve when it comes to golf holidays it is fast emerging as a premier destination in its own right. While staying at the lavish Praia D’El Rey Resort you will play its stunning links course as well as the breathtakingly beautiful Penha Longa Atlantic Course. After a short trip to the five star Palacio Estoril Hotel you will be in luxurious surroundings and will have easy access to Oitavos Dunes and Quinta do Peru. Finally this tour will take you to the Sana Sesimbra Hotel. This hotel enjoys a stunning location and is a popular choice for golfers who have included the magical Troia in the golf tour itinerary. 1625 1085 2011-08-30 16:29:05.720013 2011-09-13 15:29:38.397817 Lisbon Tour
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11 South Wales & Celtic Manor south-wales-celtic-manor # South Wales & Celtic Manor\r\n\r\nSouthern Wales is home to some of the UK’s most spectacular coastlines which has lent itself to the creation of some of the most stunning links courses in Europe. Not only is the South coast of Wales home to such an array of breathtaking links courses, it is also home to Celtic Manor which shot to the forefront of golf when it hosted the 2010 Ryder Cup matches. \r\n\r\nThis impressive array of golfing options is backed up by outstanding accommodation, wonderful beaches that are perfect for surfing and of course the local towns and villages where a warm welcome awaits. \r\n\r\nFamous names in Welsh golf including Royal Porthcawl and the James Braid designed Pennard Links may end up being the highlights of this tour but they will face stiff competition from some of the country’s lesser known hidden gems. Pyle & Kenfig may not draw the same plaudits as its more illustrious neighbours but it is a truly magical links course that will set the heart racing if the wind gets up. Machynys Peninsula is home to the first Jack Nicklaus designed golf course in Wales and while it looks out over Carmarthen Bay it is by no means a traditional links course and as such will provide some glorious variety to the golf tour.\r\n\r\nMoving on from the Dragon Hotel in Swansea golfers will head to Celtic Manor for the remainder of the tour where they will be treated to the picturesque Roman Road Course, five star accommodation, amazing restaurants and of course the Twenty Ten Course. The Twenty Ten Course was the first golf course to be purpose built for the Ryder Cup and a round here is a truly special and atmospheric experience; perfect for wrapping up a golf tour of South Wales. 2011-08-30 16:19:21.794488 2011-09-13 14:36:39.794344 tours 51.677665,-2.809753 9 Wales South Wales & Celtic Manor Golf Tours | Your Golf Tours \N
161 Apex International Edinburgh apex-international-edinburgh #Apex International Edinburgh\r\n\r\nThe Apex International Hotel has incredible views of the great drum tower of Edinburgh Castle. And from the rooftop restaurant with two AA Rosettes one can sample quality cuisine, relax and take it all in.\r\n\r\nThe Grassmarket area of Edinburgh, where the Apex is situated, offers the visitor to Edinburgh an excellent place to be based to be able to take in the historic sights.\r\n\r\nThere are 171 stunning luxury rooms designed with space to sleep, relax, bathe and work (if you absolutely have to). The hotel has great facilities with a choice of restaurants and bars on offer along with and indoor swimming pool and gym.\r\n\r\nOther luxury hotels in Edinburgh may feel a twinge of envy at the location. The Apex International Hotel is right in the core of Edinburgh's Old Town, with jealously-inducing views of the Castle. You certainly won't forget you're in Scotland. 2011-09-01 17:00:43.611545 2011-09-08 15:55:03.865688 hotels \N Scotland Apex International, Edinburgh, Scotland | Your Golf Tours The Apex International Hotel has incredible views of the great drum tower of Edinburgh Castle. And from the rooftop restaurant with two AA Rosettes one can sample quality cuisine, relax and take it all in.\r\n
180 Burrendale Hotel & Spa burrendale-hotel-spa #Burrendale Hotel & Spa\r\n\r\nThe contemporary, well equipped Burrendale Hotel is a fantastic option for golfers heading to Northern Ireland, located in Newcastle, within easy reach of local delights such as Ardglass and the world renowned Royal County Down.\r\n\r\nSatellite television, radio, hair dryer and direct dial telephone are among the standard facilities in the well styled modern guest rooms at the Burrendale, which are well suited for golfers.\r\n\r\nThe health club and spa at the Burrendale Hotel is an added bonus for golf tour groups, giving them the opportunity to relax after a day on the links. Enjoy the 12-metre swimming pool, the gym, steam room, sauna and a lengthy list of relaxing spa treatments. 2011-09-02 15:47:16.559791 2011-09-08 15:57:24.085149 hotels \N Ireland Burrendale Hotel & Spa, Northern Ireland | Your Golf Tours The contemporary, well equipped Burrendale Hotel is a fantastic option for golfers heading to Northern Ireland, located in Newcastle, within easy reach of local delights such as Ardglass and the world renowned Royal County Down.
154 Carnoustie Golf Hotel carnoustie-golf-hotel #Carnoustie Golf Hotel\r\n\r\nOpened in 1999 to coincide with the return of the British Open Championship the Carnoustie Golf Hotel has an unobstructed view, from the public rooms and Golf View rooms, out over the challenging Carnoustie Golf Links.\r\n\r\nThe British Open venue in 1975, 1999 and 2007 is a demanding but fair course and a great example of the variety of golf in Scotland. Although you never see the sea on this great Scottish golf course, the subtle dunes and well placed bunkers make for a great experience.\r\n\r\nThe ideal base to play the local courses including Panmure Golf Club, Monifieth Golf Links, Carnoustie Golf Links and in inland Open Qualifying course Downfield Golf Club. 2011-09-01 16:53:09.962319 2011-09-08 15:57:40.125049 hotels \N Scotland Carnoustie Golf Hotel, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Opened in 1999 to coincide with the return of the British Open Championship the Carnoustie Golf Hotel has an unobstructed view, from the public rooms and Golf View rooms, out over the challenging Carnoustie Golf Links.
18 Winter & Short Breaks winter-short-breaks # Winter & Short Breaks 2011-08-30 16:32:44.845444 2011-09-05 14:50:55.478948 tours \N Scotland \N \N
20 Royal Troon royal-troon #Royal Troon\r\n\r\nFounded in 1878 by a few enthusiasts Troon Golf Club soon outgrew its purely local reputation.\r\n\r\nThe Old Course today presents a stern golfing examination and in particular the inward half of Royal Troon is widely accepted as the most demanding of any Course on the Championship rota.\r\n\r\nOne of the great links courses in Scotland, the Old Course is a challenging test of golfing ability. With the wind to contend with, and deep rough interspersed with gorse and broom, accurate shot making is essential. Players should make their scores on the outward nine, as the prevailing north-westerly wind can make the back nine extremely difficult.\r\n\r\nCharles Hunter, "Keeper of the Green" at Prestwick Golf Club, supervised the clearance of the ground and the laying out of the first five-hole Course. A sixth hole was added during 1879, with further extensions firstly to twelve holes and then to eighteen, which was completed in 1885. The development to twelve and then to eighteen holes was agreed by a group of enthusiasts along with George Strath the Club’s Professional. Further changes were undertaken on the recommendations of Willie Fernie, Strath’s successor. Prior to the 1923 Open Championship alterations were made on the advice of James Braid.\r\n\r\nIn men’s golf, the Club has hosted the Amateur Championship on four occasions, the Scottish Amateur Championship on five occasions, the Scottish Open Amateur Stroke-play Championship on one occasion and the Men’s Home International Championships on four occasions.\r\n\r\nIn ladies’ golf, the Ladies British Open Amateur Championship has been played at Troon on four occasions and the Scottish Ladies Close Amateur Championship on five occasions.\r\n\r\nThe Club is situated on the West Coast of Scotland 35 miles south of Glasgow and close to the County Town of Ayr. Panoramic Views of the Firth of Clyde, looking out to the Isle of Arran and Ailsa Craig, (Paddy’s Milestone) will immediately delight and enthral the first time visitor. Prestwick Golf Club and Turnberry Golf Club are both within easy driving distance of Royal Troon, each having a history of Open Championship golf participation. 2011-08-31 14:03:28.597774 2011-09-13 10:38:44.121333 courses \N Scotland Royal Troon Golf Tours | Your Golf Tours One of the great links courses in Scotland, the Old Course is a challenging test of golfing ability. With the wind to contend with, and deep rough interspersed with gorse and broom, accurate shot making is essential.
186 The Celtic Manor Resort the-celtic-manor-resort #The Celtic Manor Resort\r\n\r\nWales' flagship golf destination is The Celtic Manor Resort, a unique complex that has not only transformed the country's golfing landscape, but also attracted The 2010 Ryder Cup. Highlights of the splendid retreat include three terrific championship courses, two hotels - one 4* and one 5* - a phenomenal spa and outstanding dining.\r\n\r\nWe recommend the Resort Hotel, which is the five-star offering at The Celtic Manor, as it provides the most luxurious accommodation and immediate access to facilities and restaurants. Enjoy the Merlins Bar, located in the hotel's main foyer, and the ultimate service and dining of the Crown Restaurant, the resort's top rated kitchen.\r\n\r\nIn the Forum Health Club and Spa, golfers or their non-playing companions will enjoy one of the UK's premier relaxation retreats. Whether it is a swim in the amazing pool or indulging with a specifically tailored treatment, the Forum is a highlight of any stay at the resort.\r\n\r\nThe Lodge at The Celtic Manor serves as the resort's golf clubhouse; it is centrally located, providing easy access to the first tees of both the Montgomerie and Roman Road courses. The Twenty Ten Course, host of The Ryder Cup, has its own luxury clubhouse, and is accessed by transfer from the hotel.\r\n\r\nEvery one of the 330 guest rooms and suites in the Resort Hotel ensures a splendid base for your Celtic Manor experience; contemporary in style and fitted with five-star amenities, the Resort is the appropriate complement for The Celtic Manor's iconic Ryder Cup golf course. 2011-09-02 15:51:36.80136 2011-09-08 16:02:55.927824 hotels \N Wales The Celtic Manor Resort, Wales | Your Golf Tours Every one of the 330 guest rooms and suites in the Resort Hotel ensures a splendid base for your Celtic Manor experience; contemporary in style and fitted with five-star amenities, the Resort is the appropriate complement for The Celtic Manor's iconic Ryder Cup golf course.
22 Kingsbarns kingsbarns #Kingsbarns\r\n\r\nThere are several courses in the St Andrews area and Kingsbarns, which is located just outside the town, is a must play.\r\n\r\nGolf was played there for many years in the 1800’s but it was the 1990’s when Kingsbarns benefited from a massive redevelopment and is now regarded as one of Scotland’s best courses.\r\n\r\nThe Kingsbarns Golf Links site has long been known for its intimate connection with the sea. The fact that it`s golf origins date back to 1793 is testimony to the attributes of the site which foster ideal conditions for links turf to flourish amid interesting natural terrain.\r\n\r\nThis unique part of East Fife has sandy soils, undulating ridges and hollows, Cambo burn running into the sea, all set immediately against the rugged coastline of the North Sea.\r\n\r\nKingsbarns has marked the name of Kyle Phillips on the golfing map with a bang, as praise has been gushing for the dramatic coastal layout; the humps, hollows and dunes that have been carefully scuplted combine to form outstanding holes like the 12th, a striking par-5 that wraps its way along the shores with the beach in easy reach, and also the 15th, a phenomenal short hole across the water.\r\n\r\nThe non-membership model means that Kingsbarns has an open, welcoming atmosphere, with a small but extremely comfortable clubhouse that overlooks the treacherous final green. The golf course is within a few minutes of St Andrews and the Fairmont Resort, making it accessible - this is arguably the best course to be opened in the UK in decades, so be sure you don't miss out. Kingsbarns is open from April through October. 2011-08-31 14:04:48.23664 2011-09-08 15:35:12.239315 courses \N Scotland Golf at Kingsbarns, St Andrews, Scotland | Your Golf Tours The Kingsbarns Golf Links site has long been known for its intimate connection with the sea. The fact that it`s golf origins date back to 1793 is testimony to the attributes of the site which foster ideal conditions for links turf to flourish amid interesting natural terrain.
39 Carnoustie Burnside Course carnoustie-burnside-course #Carnoustie Burnside Course\r\n\r\nThis links course is an excellent test of accuracy, as it offers tight fairways and small, sloping greens.\r\n\r\nThe strategically placed bunkers will try your courage. Add to this the Barry Burn, most notably present on the 5th. A fun course to play, with numerous hazards and oft-present breezes, this par 68 course is well worth playing during your time at Carnoustie. \r\n\r\nAll in, a beautiful, subtle course that compliments the Championship course perfectly. Excellent 2 round packages available on request. 2011-08-31 14:57:09.54388 2011-09-09 16:42:04.588767 courses 56.350034,-2.081909 8 Scotland Golf at Carnoustie - Burnside Course | Your Golf Tours This links course is an excellent test of accuracy, as it offers tight fairways and small, sloping greens.
164 The Inn at Lathones the-inn-at-lathones #The Inn at Lathones\r\n\r\nThis charming 400 year old coaching inn is situated just 5 miles from the famous golfing town of St Andrews. The owners pride themselves on the warmth of their welcome and the great food and ales they serve.\r\n\r\nSet on a hill dominating the East Neuk of Fife the Inn is situated just 15 minutes away from more than 20 golf courses in Scotland, making this a highly desirable location for every golf player. In fact ideal if you are playing the St Andrews Courses or those to the East and South of St Andrews such as Crail or Lundin Links.\r\n\r\nA luxurious place to stay, The Inn at Lathones has a wide variety of individual rooms and suites with log fires and have stunning views over the Scottish countryside. One of the hotel’s greatest assets is its award winning restaurant, headed by award winning Breton Master Chef Marc Guibert.\r\n\r\n2007 saw the final phase of the bedroom development being completed. The "Smithy's and Coachman's bedrooms" were completed last year with a major refurbishment that saw new larger bathrooms for all the smithy's rooms along with a modern design with Italian furniture and all the comfort you would expect from a 4 star Inn. 2011-09-02 15:35:20.160542 2011-09-08 16:03:41.295054 hotels \N Scotland The Inn ay Lathones, St Andrews, Scotland | Your Golf Tours This charming 400 year old coaching inn is situated just 5 miles from the famous golfing town of St Andrews. The owners pride themselves on the warmth of their welcome and the great food and ales they serve.
96 Ardglass ardglass #Ardglass\r\n\r\nArdglass may be Ireland's true hidden gem, an unfussy links course that lies in the shadow of the celebrated Royal County Down, where the magical views and spectacular coastal situation help to create a special golfing experience.\r\n\r\nAs the first five holes track the rugged shores of the Irish Sea, visitors to Ardglass will be blessed with some breathtaking views, as well as striking golfing propositions.\r\n\r\nLittle has been done to play with the natural terrain at Ardglass, and the course plays in much the same way as it did when the club was founded in 1896. Ardglass may be a little rough around the edges, but it is a glorious course where a warm welcome awaits every golf tour group. 2011-08-31 16:09:13.249943 2011-09-09 15:11:20.119133 courses 54.610255,-3.504639 8 Ireland Golf at Ardglass, Ireland | Your Golf Tours Ardglass may be Ireland's true hidden gem, an unfussy links course that lies in the shadow of the celebrated Royal County Down, where the magical views and spectacular coastal situation help to create a special golfing experience.
86 Lough Erne lough-erne #Lough Erne\r\n\r\nThe golf course designed by Sir Nick Faldo at the stunning Lough Erne Resort has been lavished with praise since its recent opening, and undoubtedly ranks as one of the finest new courses in the world. The idyllic banks of Lough Erne itself set an impressive stage for a course which was unveiled with a 2009 exhibition match between Padraig Harrington and Rory McIlroy.\r\n\r\nSkirting the water, Faldo has crafted a visually impressive collection of holes that make for exciting golfing experience. Risk and reward is a recurring theme, and the layout has been created with high profile tournament golf in mind.\r\n\r\nFast run-off areas lead to perfectly manicured greens around the sparking Faldo design, all overlooked by a luxury resort and operated with country club style service. The North Western provinces of Ireland are best known in golfing terms for their fine array of championship links courses, but Lough Erne adds a different perspective, and is a fine addition to high quality golf tour. 2011-08-31 15:58:55.896842 2011-09-08 15:38:18.635746 courses \N Ireland Golf at Lough Erne, Ireland | Your Golf Tours The golf course designed by Sir Nick Faldo at the stunning Lough Erne Resort has been lavished with praise since its recent opening, and undoubtedly ranks as one of the finest new courses in the world.
31 St Andrews Jubilee Course st-andrews-jubilee-course #St Andrews Jubilee Course\r\n\r\nFirst opened in 1897, the championship Jubilee Course is 6805 yards (6223 metres) long from the medal tees.\r\n\r\nThis traditional links course is a true test of skill and ability. Many consider the Jubilee to be the toughest test of golf at St Andrews, but well worth the effort. In 1988 the teeing grounds were raised, adding another challenge by exposing golfers to the winds which sweep in from the bay. \r\n\r\nA shorter version of the Jubilee Course is available for winter play. Known as the Bronze Course, it measures 5674 yards (5188 metres) and has a par of 69. 2011-08-31 14:24:07.083193 2011-09-08 15:51:26.586395 courses \N Scotland Golf at St Andrews Jubilee Course, Scotland | Your Golf Tours This traditional links course is a true test of skill and ability. Many consider the Jubilee to be the toughest test of golf at St Andrews, but well worth the effort.
119 Finca Cortesin Golf Resort finca-cortesin-golf-resort #Finca Cortesin Golf Resort\r\n\r\nHost venue for the 2009 Matchplay Championship, an event for so many years hosted at Wentworth, Finca Cortesin is arguably the most exciting new golf resort to be unleashed on Costa del Sol golfers in many years. The golf course is a genuine test, long and at times penal, striking an interesting balance between southern European and American design traits.\r\n\r\nPerhaps the reason behind the styling is that the layout was penned by Cabell Robinson, an American architect who has been prolific in producing high class projects on the Costa del Sol.\r\n\r\nBrave enough to head back to the tournament tees? If so, you will be faced with a 7,500 yard monster which is hugely demanding from the tee. That said, Finca Cortesin is playable for any kind of golfer with tees to suit, and the immaculate conditioning has helped to make it an instant favourite with Costa del Sol golf tour groups. 2011-08-31 16:36:53.777426 2011-09-08 15:31:27.879259 courses \N Spain Golf at Finca Cortesin Golf Resort, Costa Del Sol | Your Golf Tours Host venue for the 2009 Matchplay Championship, an event for so many years hosted at Wentworth, Finca Cortesin is arguably the most exciting new golf resort to be unleashed on Costa del Sol golfers in many years.
27 Gleneagles King's Course gleneagles-kings-course #Gleneagles King's Course\r\n\r\nThe King`s Course, which opened in 1919, is a masterpiece of design that has tested the aristocracy of golf, both professional and amateur. \r\n\r\nWhen Lee Trevino first played the King`s he memorably remarked:"If Heaven is as good as this, I sure hope they have some tee times left."\r\n\r\nJames Braid`s plan for the King`s Course was to test even the best players` shot-making skills over the eighteen holes. When they play the King`s the world`s greatest golfers admire the cunning and craft with which he achieved that goal.\r\n\r\nYou find out all about it with your first approach shot. If you have driven straight and long from the tee, you will have what looks like a simple pitch to the elevated green. But you must be sure to select the correct club, because the shot is always a little longer than you think, with the wind over the putting surface often stronger than you can feel it from the fairway. And if you do not make the severely sloping green, a bunker yawns twenty feet below.\r\n\r\nSelecting the right club for each approach shot is the secret on the King`s. It is certainly one of the most beautiful and exhilarating places to play golf in the world, with the springy moorland turf underfoot, the sweeping views from the tees all around, the rock-faced mountains to the north, the green hills to the south, and the peaks of the Trossachs and Ben Vorlich on the western horizon.\r\n\r\nAll the holes have evocative and pithy Scots names. For example, the fifth, "Het Girdle" (Hot Pan), is a challenging par 3 with trouble every-where except on the green, while the 7th`s moniker, "Warslin` Lea" (Wrestling Ground), reflects the difficulty so many golfers have had with this long, sweeping par 4.\r\n\r\nYou are spoiled for choice at the Gleneagles Resort with three excellent courses. The new PGA Centenary Course will host the 2014 Ryder Cup matches and unlike many Scottish courses has buggies available. 2011-08-31 14:17:19.00355 2011-09-08 15:32:17.252492 courses \N Scotland Golf at Gleneagles - King's Course | Your Golf Tours The King`s Course, which opened in 1919, is a masterpiece of design that has tested the aristocracy of golf, both professional and amateur. When Lee Trevino first played the King`s he memorably remarked: "If Heaven is as good as this, I sure hope they have some tee times left."
175 The K Club Golf & Spa Resort the-k-club-golf-spa-resort #The K Club Golf & Spa Resort\r\n\r\nStanding as one of the icons of golf in Ireland, The K Club is an all encompassing resort that offers five-star service throughout, and is the ideal place to base part of your Irish golf tour around Dublin. Within 30 minutes of the city centre and easily accessible from the airport, The K Club is superbly equipped and set in stunning surroundings.\r\n\r\nThe 2006 Ryder Cup venue is classed as Ireland's only 5 Red Star venue by the AA, which is testament to the quality of the stunning period hotel and the hospitality it provides. From the imposing white facade to the sumptuous interior, The K Club Hotel will provide a phenomenal base for your golf break.\r\n\r\nSet at the heart of some 800 acres of parkland, the former country house boasts outstanding fine dining restaurants including the Byerley Turk, a superb French culinary experience, while the resort is proud to offer indulgent treatments and any number of relaxing experiences in the onsite K-Spa. 2011-09-02 15:43:37.528833 2011-09-08 16:03:49.224559 hotels \N Ireland The K Club Golf & Spa Resort, Dublin, Ireland | Your Golf Tours Standing as one of the icons of golf in Ireland, The K Club is an all encompassing resort that offers five-star service throughout, and is the ideal place to base part of your Irish golf tour around Dublin
202 St Enodoc Golf Course st-enodoc-golf-course St Enodoc is one of the golfing heavyweights of the South Western English counties, home to two courses set against the most stunning coastal background. Head to St Enodoc, perched on the North Cornwall coastline across the water from Padstow, and you will experience a charming and captivating golfing experience.\r\n\r\nThe main course at St Enodoc is the Church, a par-69 layout carved through massive sand dunes by the great James Braid. With the always-reliable wind coming off the Atlantic, the course is hugely challenging, even though it barely stretches beyond 6,500 yards.\r\n\r\nBraid, a Scotsman, was an extremely prolific golf architect who left his impressive finger prints on courses throughout the British Isles, and St Enodoc, although not one of his best known creations, is among his greatest legacies. Highly ranked by astute commentators and the major golfing publications, the Cornwall gem is an essential part of the classic South West England golf tour itinerary. 2011-09-13 10:59:50.612445 2011-09-13 11:00:01.767019 courses \N England St Enodoc Golf Course - South West Golf Tours - YourGolfTours.com St Enodoc is one of the golfing heavyweights of the South Western English counties, home to two courses set against the most stunning coastal background. Head to St Enodoc, perched on the North Cornwall coastline across the water from Padstow, and you will experience a charming and captivating golfing experience.
33 Torrance Course, Fairmont St Andrews torrance-course-fairmont-st-andrews #Torrance Course, Fairmont St Andrews\r\n\r\nThe Torrance Course, designed by the late Gene Sarazen and winning Ryder Cup Captain, Sam Torrance, is a par 72, 7037 yard course that sweeps its way around the hotel and down to the coastal edge. \r\n\r\nIt has been designed using the principles of links golf with an infusion of new styles. The natural contours of the land and the dramatic coastal setting are combined with a unique blend of Rye grass, innovative green-keeping skills and the expertise of winning Ryder Cup captain, Sam Torrance.\r\n\r\nThe Torrance was seen as the leading course at the Fairmont Resort until the revamped Kittocks Course opened in 2009, and the two are now hard to separate in terms of quality. For 'resort' golf, the Fairmont is hard to beat - enjoy the thrill of walking out of a five star hotel that overlooks St Andrews Bay and onto your choice of two superb links courses.\r\n\r\nFairmont St Andrews is proud that the Torrance was named one of the final qualifying hosts for the 2010 Open Championship at St Andrews, underlining the quality of this top class layout. 2011-08-31 14:26:20.53064 2011-09-08 15:53:15.566137 courses \N Scotland Golf at Fairmont St Andrews, Torrance Course | Your Golf Tours The Torrance Course, designed by the late Gene Sarazen and winning Ryder Cup Captain, Sam Torrance, is a par 72, 7037 yard course that sweeps its way around the hotel and down to the coastal edge.
35 Cruden Bay cruden-bay #Cruden Bay\r\n\r\nCruden Bay Golf Course creates unique challenges demanding the skills of power, placement and fine judgement upon the discerning golfer. Set against a backdrop of subtly contoured greens and magnificent panoramic views, a visit to Cruden Bay will be a most memorable one.\r\n\r\nIt is claimed that golf was played in the village of Cruden Bay as early as 1791. The original course, on the present site, was commissioned by the Great North of Scotland Railway (GNSR) following the expansion of the railways at the end of the 19th century, designed by Old Tom Morris of St Andrews, and opened in 1899.\r\n\r\nCruden Bay offers an internationally famous golfing experience - old fashioned links golf at its best on one of the best links courses in Scotland, and last year was placed at No 52 in the world by "Golf Magazine". 2011-08-31 14:53:45.075908 2011-09-07 10:46:58.084101 courses \N Scotland Golf at Cruden Bay, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Cruden Bay Golf Course creates unique challenges demanding the skills of power, placement and fine judgement upon the discerning golfer.
36 Montrose montrose #Montrose\r\n\r\nThe Medal Course at Montrose is a majestic layout in the true traditions of Scottish Links golf and has hosted many important events in its history including the Scottish Professional Championship in 1967 and 1970, the Scottish Amateur Championship in 1975 and the British Boys` Championship and Internationals in 1991.\r\n\r\nBecause of all these factors the Links was honoured by the Royal and Ancient Golf Club in being chosen as a Final Qualifying Course for the Open Championship at Carnoustie in 1999.\r\n\r\nThe present Medal Course owes much to a design by Willie Park Jnr. in 1903. He had made alterations to a layout by the Mercantile Club two years earlier in which Old Tom Morris had advised. 2011-08-31 14:54:24.682321 2011-09-07 15:05:50.364999 courses \N Scotland Golf at Montrose, The Medal Course, Scotland | Your Golf Tours The Medal Course at Montrose is a majestic layout in the true traditions of Scottish Links golf and has hosted many important events in its history including the Scottish Professional Championship in 1967 and 1970, the Scottish Amateur Championship in 1975 and the British Boys` Championship and Internationals in 1991.
38 Royal Aberdeen Golf Club royal-aberdeen-golf-club #Royal Aberdeen Golf Club\r\n\r\nRoyal Aberdeen Golf Club is the sixth oldest club in the world. The front nine is highly regarded around the world and a regular in the Worlds top 100 courses.\r\n\r\nThis is a very tough course with gorse from the 6th onwards compounding the test to golfers. The Balgownie Links at Royal Aberdeen is a traditional Scottish Club and has a rugged and challenging links course. Host to the Senior British Open in 2005. 2011-08-31 14:56:15.271458 2011-09-07 15:30:38.768259 courses \N Scotland Golf at Royal Aberdeen Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Royal Aberdeen Golf Club is the sixth oldest club in the world. The front nine is highly regarded around the world and a regular in the Worlds top 100 courses.
43 Montrose montrose #Montrose\r\n\r\nThe Medal Course at Montrose is a majestic layout in the true traditions of Scottish Links golf and has hosted many important events in its history including the Scottish Professional Championship in 1967 and 1970, the Scottish Amateur Championship in 1975 and the British Boys` Championship and Internationals in 1991.\r\n\r\nBecause of all these factors the Links was honoured by the Royal and Ancient Golf Club in being chosen as a Final Qualifying Course for the Open Championship at Carnoustie in 1999.\r\n\r\nThe present Medal Course owes much to a design by Willie Park Jnr. in 1903. He had made alterations to a layout by the Mercantile Club two years earlier in which Old Tom Morris had advised. 2011-08-31 15:00:37.069409 2011-08-31 15:00:37.069409 courses \N \N \N \N
41 Edzell Golf Club edzell-golf-club #Edzell Golf Club\r\n\r\nConstructed in 1898, Edzell is a beautiful parkland golf course situated half way between Aberdeen and Dundee.\r\n\r\nShould you desire a break from the more traditional Scottish links courses, Edzell provides the perfect excuse. Well manicured, with nature and stunning scenery surrounding the golfer at every juncture, Edzell provides the complete golfing experience. 2011-08-31 14:58:55.560913 2011-09-08 15:29:47.886467 courses \N Scotland Golf at Edzell Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Constructed in 1898, Edzell is a beautiful parkland golf course situated half way between Aberdeen and Dundee.
54 Tain Golf Club tain-golf-club #This Tom Morris links and heathland course measures 6,404 yards from the medal tees. \r\n\r\nDesigned in 1890, the sheltered location ensures favourable weather most of the year. With sea on one side and the backdrop of mountains on the other, this course is as beautiful as it is challenging. Hazards include dense heather and gorse, add to these some 'rumpled' fairways and you have an excellent test of skill and courage. \r\n\r\nThe 3rd hole of this course is rated as one of the best 18 links holes in the British Isles, and the 17th acknowledged as one of the top 18 holes designed by Tom Morris. This course is fondly referred to as 'Old Tom Morris's Northern Jewel', and is a highly recommended Highland visit. 2011-08-31 15:07:43.107848 2011-09-08 15:52:37.471204 courses \N Scotland Golf at Tain Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Designed in 1890, the sheltered location ensures favourable weather most of the year. With sea on one side and the backdrop of mountains on the other, this course is as beautiful as it is challenging
83 Prince's Golf Club princes-golf-club #Prince's Golf Club\r\n\r\nPast host to the Open Championship and still the site of final qualifying when the event is staged at nearby Royal St George's, Prince's Golf Club has a glorious tradition and is recognised as one of the leading names in English links golf.\r\n\r\nThere are 27 holes onsite at Prince's, which was laid out according to plans from 1902 amateur champion Charles Hutchings, where golfers will enjoy a genuine seaside experience and a warm welcome.\r\n\r\nPrince's is now operated by Troon Golf, the international management firm, and this has greatly improved the visitor experience. With the likes of the Royal courses at St George's and Cinque Ports in the local area, it is no surprise that Prince's chips in to help the Kent coast be established as one of the premier destinations for links golf tours in the UK. 2011-08-31 15:55:53.661708 2011-09-07 15:28:12.063962 courses \N England Golf at Prince's Golf Club, England | Your Golf Tours
116 Montgomerie Course, Celtic Manor montgomerie-course-celtic-manor #Montgomerie Course, Celtic Manor\r\n\r\nThe Montgomerie Course was the second for The Celtic Manor, and is the product of 2010 European Ryder Cup Captain Colin Montgomerie's revival of land that once hosted the resort's Wentwood Hills Course. Monty also borrowed some turf from the old Coldra academy course, and the result is a fantastic layout that has been deservedly praised.\r\n\r\nFrom 2000 until 2004, the Montgomerie Course was the staging ground for the Welsh Open, a leading date on the European Tour calendar, and although it has ceded its tournament credentials to the Twenty Ten Course, the Monty is a picturesque and often challenging prospect.\r\n\r\nThe undulating terrain provides some memorable views, and also calls for a cart for those not willing for a work out, while the intelligent routing and bunkering of the Montgomerie helps to make it an extremely fair and satisfying experience. 2011-08-31 16:32:14.840919 2011-09-08 15:41:50.306245 courses \N Wales Golf at Celtic Manor, Mongomerie Course, South Wales | Your Golf Tours The Montgomerie Course was the second for The Celtic Manor, and is the product of 2010 European Ryder Cup Captain Colin Montgomerie's revival of land that once hosted the resort's Wentwood Hills Course.
44 Panmure Golf Club panmure-golf-club #Panmure Golf Club\r\n\r\nPanmure is a captivating heath/links course which, despite its short overall length, is deemed to be hard enough to be an Open Championship qualifier.\r\n\r\nThe tight gorse/pine bordered fairways lead to rolling greens which demand accurate iron play. The 6th hole, a tough dog leg to a raised plateau green, was described by Ben Hogan as one of the best holes he had played.\r\n\r\nThis is another example of great links golfing on the same stretch of land as Carnoustie. Dramatic sand dunes are a feature on many holes. 2011-08-31 15:01:26.53667 2011-09-08 15:44:28.086789 courses \N Scotland Golf at Panmure Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Panmure is a captivating heath/links course which, despite its short overall length, is deemed to be hard enough to be an Open Championship qualifier.
203 The Esplanade Hotel, Newquay the-esplanade-hotel-newquay Newquay is one of the most famous beach resort towns in the United Kingdom, and the Esplanade is an icon for leisure visitors. Overlooking the majestic Fistral Beach, the Esplanade attracts a large surfing contingent, but it is also an ideal base for golfers exploring the dramatic South Western counties of England.\r\n\r\nEnjoy the views of the tumultuous Atlantic shoreline from your bedroom and private balcony, as well as a welcoming atmosphere and accommodation that is ideally suited to golfing groups.\r\n\r\nThe likes of Trevose, St Enodoc and Perranporth are within striking distance from the Esplanade, which together form the basis of outstanding links golf tour packages to this somewhat unheralded destination. 2011-09-13 11:03:25.874128 2011-09-13 11:03:37.251409 hotels \N England The Esplanade Hotel, Newquay - YourGolfTours.com Newquay is one of the most famous beach resort towns in the United Kingdom, and the Esplanade is an icon for leisure visitors. Overlooking the majestic Fistral Beach, the Esplanade attracts a large surfing contingent, but it is also an ideal base for golfers exploring the dramatic South Western counties of England.
204 Trevose Golf Course trevose-golf-course Trevose typifies the stunning South Western counties of England, which remain relatively undiscovered by international golf travellers. The delightful seaside resort is a well established golf and leisure holiday destination, complete with seaside golf of undeniable and irresistable character.\r\n\r\nThere are 36 holes of golf in total at Trevose, comprised of the headline act, The Championship Course, plus two hugely entertaining nine-hole layouts. These can be added to a package for the complete Trevose experience, but most serious golfers will be more interested in the tremendous Championship layout.\r\n\r\nWith a rich history dating back to 1924, Trevose's crown jewel is a genuine seaside course; expect dramatic and impressive views of the often stormy shoreline, as well as a great golfing test. The 6,863-yard route was penned by Harry S. Colt, the man whose resumé is littered with the most notable courses in the world: Pine Valley, Augusta National, Muirfield and Sunningdale to name but a few. Needless to say, Trevose is one of the hidden gems that you simply must discover on your golf tour in England. 2011-09-13 11:06:45.991332 2011-09-13 11:07:01.107617 courses \N England Trevose Golf Course, South West Golf Tours - YourGolfTours.com Trevose typifies the stunning South Western counties of England, which remain relatively undiscovered by international golf travellers. The delightful seaside resort is a well established golf and leisure holiday destination, complete with seaside golf of undeniable and irresistable character.
129 Penha Longa penha-longa #Penha Longa\r\n\r\nSet in stunning natural park surroundings, Penha Longa is an idyllic place to play golf, but it is more than just pretty scenery; the 27-hole complex has at its core the phenomenal Atlantic Course, which played host to the 2010 Estoril Open de Portugal.\r\n\r\nAccolades for the striking Robert Trent Jones Junior course include being ranked among the 30 best in continental Europe, and for a resort golf course the Atlantic provides a strong test. The rolling natural terrain creates stunning views and huge changes in elevation, all carved through the glorious woodland.\r\n\r\nInland from Lisbon and the coastline around Cascais and Estoril, Penha Longa is easily accessible, and along with the likes of Praia D'El Rey and Oitavos, Penha Longa is at the heart of what is a glorious region to explore a championship golf tour.\r\n\r\nThe Atlantic is just shy of 7,000 yards, and although it is not long, there is plenty of intrigue. Six holes traverse the valley with the remainder spanning the hillside; together they form a wonderful course that comes highly recommended for Lisbon golf tour packages. 2011-08-31 16:47:47.469877 2011-09-08 15:44:35.314225 courses \N Portugal Golf at Penha Longa, Portugal | Your Golf Tours Set in stunning natural park surroundings, Penha Longa is an idyllic place to play golf, but it is more than just pretty scenery; the 27-hole complex has at its core the phenomenal Atlantic Course, which played host to the 2010 Estoril Open de Portugal.
49 Castle Stuart castle-stuart #Castle Stuart\r\n\r\nAs Turnberry is to Ayrshire, the Old Course is to St Andrews and Gleneagles is to Perthshire, Castle Stuart will be for the Highlands - a beacon reaching out to golfers throughout the world. \r\n\r\nThe centre-piece for this Scottish destination golf resort will be Castle Stuart Golf Links, a championship links course overlooking the Moray Firth and well-known landmarks of Inverness and the Black Isle. The resort will also include a boutique hotel, spa & health club, resort-ownership lodges & apartments, and a second seaside course. \r\n\r\nDue for completion in 2009, the course should elicit anticipation and hopefulness in players of all skill levels; let it test one's perceptual ability, judgment, decision-making, shot-making, and emotional poise; let it not be difficult for the sake of being difficult, rather let it be interesting and engaging. 2011-08-31 15:05:07.166897 2011-09-08 15:26:31.482657 courses \N Scotland Golf at Castle Stuart, Scotland | Your Golf Tours As Turnberry is to Ayrshire, the Old Course is to St Andrews and Gleneagles is to Perthshire, Castle Stuart will be for the Highlands - a beacon reaching out to golfers throughout the world.
51 Golspie Golf Club golspie-golf-club #Golspie Golf Club\r\n\r\nSituated at the foot of Ben Bhraggie in the Highlands of Scotland, Golspie Golf Club offers one of the finest settings for a round of golf.\r\n\r\nOnly 15 miles from the famous Royal Dornoch and within a short drive of the other local courses Tain and Brora, Golspie offers a unique blend of links and parkland golf.\r\n\r\nFounded in 1889 and designed by the legendary James Braid. The course offers a welcome challenge to the experienced golfer yet is suitable for the whole family with its variety of links, parkland and woodland. 2011-08-31 15:06:16.237511 2011-09-08 15:33:52.08382 courses \N Scotland Golf at Golspie Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Situated at the foot of Ben Bhraggie in the Highlands of Scotland, Golspie Golf Club offers one of the finest settings for a round of golf. Only 15 miles from the famous Royal Dornoch and within a short drive of the other local courses Tain and Brora, Golspie offers a unique blend of links and parkland golf.
50 Spey Valley spey-valley #Spey Valley\r\n\r\nThe Spey Valley Championship Golf Course opened on the 1st July 2006. Set in some of the most breathtaking scenery in the Scottish Highlands, if not the world, it's predicted to be one of Scotland's leading golf venues and destined to be in the top 5 rankings.\r\n\r\nLocated just 30 minutes south of the Highland capital Inverness, on the doorstep of the Cairngorm Mountains.\r\n\r\nThis 18 hole layout measures a total of almost 7200 yards and features one of the longest par 5 holes in Scotland, which, from the back tees is full 641 yards in length.\r\n\r\nThe golf course was designed by renowned golf course designer Dave Thomas, who designed amongst others La Manga 3 in Spain, Seve Ballesteros Golf Club in Japan and Pria de Frade Golf Club in Brazil. 2011-08-31 15:05:41.462965 2011-09-08 15:50:50.183344 courses \N Scotland Golf at Spey Valley, Scotland | Your Golf Tours The Spey Valley Championship Golf Course opened on the 1st July 2006. Set in some of the most breathtaking scenery in the Scottish Highlands, if not the world, it's predicted to be one of Scotland's leading golf venues and destined to be in the top 5 rankings.
46 Royal Dornoch Struie Course royal-dornoch-struie-course #Royal Dornoch Struie Course\r\n\r\nThe Dornoch club, with great foresight, constructed a second course in the early part of the twentieth century and although much of it was lost during the war, a 9 hole course was reinstated and the eighteen hole course redesigned by eminent architect, Donald Steel.\r\n\r\nThe Struie, although shorter than its older neighbour, is a fine test of golf requiring accurate shotmaking. As with most links, it is flat and easy to walk around but the narrow fairways and thick whin bushes can cause many problems. The greens are the equal of those on the "big" course but their lesser size may cause some heartache before the round is over. A fine course for beginners or the more experienced, it is a joy to play when you want a relaxing round of golf.\r\n\r\nFrom the course there are excellent views across the Firth to Tain and the Struie Hill. 2011-08-31 15:03:20.300219 2011-09-08 15:48:39.996852 courses \N Scotland Golf at Royal Dornoch, Struie Course, Scotland | Your Golf Tours The Dornoch club, with great foresight, constructed a second course in the early part of the twentieth century and although much of it was lost during the war, a 9 hole course was reinstated and the eighteen hole course redesigned by eminent architect, Donald Steel.
166 Barcelo Marine Hotel barcelo-marine-hotel #Barcelo Marine Hotel\r\n\r\nSituated within breathtaking surroundings overlooking the 18th hole of Royal Troon, The Marine Hotel is a perfect base to play the surrounding links golf courses on Scotland’s West coast. Host Hotel for the British Open in 2004 with a complete £3.5m refurbishment of all bedrooms and public areas was completed for the event.\r\n\r\nThe Marine Hotel offers dining in Fairways Restaurant and light bites in The Arran Bar.\r\n\r\nAll the Deluxe double rooms have views of Royal Troon. Modern in design yet sympathetic to the Victorian architecture. The rooms are light and airy with easy chairs and coffee table and include quality features such as wireless internet access, complimentary refreshment trays, trouser press, hair dryer & bathrobes.\r\n\r\nThe Bodysense Health & Leisure Club is located on the ground floor of The Marine Hotel. Combining the latest in gym technology with a friendly, expert service. 2011-09-02 15:36:51.553974 2011-09-08 15:57:10.407675 hotels \N Scotland Barcelo Marine Hotel, Troon, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Situated within breathtaking surroundings overlooking the 18th hole of Royal Troon, The Marine Hotel is a perfect base to play the surrounding links golf courses on Scotland’s West coast.
37 Murcar Links Golf Club murcar-links-golf-club #Murcar Links Golf Club\r\n\r\nMurcar is a natural championship links in the finest of Scottish traditions. Established in 1909 to the design of Archie Simpson, with later refinements by five times Open Champion James Braid, Murcar has frequently featured in the top 100 courses in the British Isles.\r\n\r\nAt 6,314 yards in length, it has a par of 71 and a standard scratch of 72 (USGA Rating 71.6 / USGA Slope Rating 136).\r\n\r\nMurcar is set in spectacular terrain, with views of the North Sea visible from nearly every hole. The fairways and greens are shaped by the sandhills for which Murcar is renowned. The elevated tees open up a staggering panorama of the Aberdeen City skyline to the South; the unbroken line of the horizon to the East; and the vast curve of coast stretching as far as the eye can see towards Cruden Bay in the North. 2011-08-31 14:55:28.973627 2011-09-07 15:06:23.525303 courses \N Scotland Golf at Murcar Links Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Murcar is a natural championship links in the finest of Scottish traditions. Established in 1909 to the design of Archie Simpson, with later refinements by five times Open Champion James Braid, Murcar has frequently featured in the top 100 courses in the British Isles.
178 Bushmills Inn Hotel bushmills-inn-hotel #Bushmills Inn Hotel\r\n\r\nThe Bushmills Inn is a Northern Irish icon, sharing a town with the Bushmills distillery, the oldest of its kind in the world. Charming accommodation and a vibrant atmosphere help to make the Inn a special place to lay your head.\r\n\r\nThe County Antrim gem is superbly located for access to some truly world class championship links golf, led by Royal Portrush, the only course outside England and Scotland to ever host the Open Championship.\r\n\r\nTwo highlights of the Bushmills Inn are the Taste of Ulster restaurant and the Gas Bar, the onsite pub where guests can sample the best produce of the Bushmills Distillery. 2011-09-02 15:45:51.145972 2011-09-08 15:57:32.028633 hotels \N Ireland Bushmills Inn Hotel, Northern Ireland | Your Golf Tours The Bushmills Inn is a Northern Irish icon, sharing a town with the Bushmills distillery, the oldest of its kind in the world. Charming accommodation and a vibrant atmosphere help to make the Inn a special place to lay your head.
176 Carton House Hotel carton-house-hotel #Carton House Hotel\r\n\r\nCarton House is part of an elite group of golf resorts strung around Dublin, Ireland's capital city. We recommend a stop off at Carton House for a number of reasons: it has a beautiful setting, a splendid resort hotel with spa and fine dining, plus outstanding championship golf courses designed by Colin Montgomerie and Mark O'Meara.\r\n\r\nLocated to the West of the city centre, Carton House is easily accessed using the city's ring road, and once there you can truly relax. The country house style hotel will ensure grandiose surroundings, while behind the Palladian facade is a haven of luxury; 165 spacious rooms and suites arrive decked out with the best in amenities, including satellite television and wireless internet access.\r\n\r\nThe Linden Tree Restaurant is the best at Carton House, and is complemented ideally by the stunning 1920s style Cocktail Bar; perhaps you'll find time away from the golf courses and spa to sample a few of their specialities. 2011-09-02 15:44:08.881389 2011-09-08 15:57:54.220748 hotels \N Ireland Carton House Hotel, Ireland | Your Golf Tours Carton House is part of an elite group of golf resorts strung around Dublin, Ireland's capital city.
58 Gullane Golf Club gullane-golf-club #Gullane Golf Club\r\n\r\n### Gullane No. 1\r\n\r\nGullane No.1 has a long history of hosting international Championship events, including the Scottish Amateur Championship, Open Championship Qualifying, Seniors Open Amateur and European Boys Team Championships in recent years. The eighteen holes of Gullane No.1 Course were established in 1884. The well maintained greens, links grasses, numerous bunkers and sea breezes make a unique challenge for the serious golfer.\r\n\r\nThe 3rd hole was recently voted one of the top 500 holes in the world by Golf Magazine (USA). The world famous view from the highest point of the Course on the 7th tee across the course and over to Edinburgh, Fife and way beyond is worth the green fee alone. With every hole having its own distinct character, the Course is both memorable and enjoyable.\r\n\r\n### Gullane No. 2\r\n\r\nGullane No.2 Course was built in 1898 and the first and last holes of the course are on the east side of the A198 road. The Course runs alongside No.1 for the first seven holes and then sweeps down to the nature reserve next to Aberlady Bay, before turning back towards the Visitors` Clubhouse. One feature of the Course is its excellent short holes, particularly the 11th with its magnificent view and tricky club selection.\r\n\r\nGullane No. 3\r\nGullane No.3 Course was completed in 1910, with the first three and last three holes on the east side of the A198 road. The remaining holes are on the South side of Gullane Hill with excellent views across Aberlady Bay to Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth. Do not be misled by the official yardage. This course will test even the most experienced golfer`s ability at accurate shot making and truly is a gem. 2011-08-31 15:13:45.506367 2011-09-08 15:34:22.003755 courses \N Scotland Golf at Gullane Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Gullane No.1 has a long history of hosting international Championship events, including the Scottish Amateur Championship, Open Championship Qualifying, Seniors Open Amateur and European Boys Team Championships in recent years.
19 Ailsa Course, Turnberry ailsa-course # Ailsa Course, Turnberry\r\n\r\nLong regarded as one of the finest courses in the world, the Ailsa came to international prominence with the famous "duel in the sun" between Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson over the four days of the 1977 Open.\r\n\r\nIt was then, in brilliant sunny weather, that a capacity crowd was treated to an exhilarating display of golf from two of the best golfers the world has ever known.\r\n\r\nPolls now regularly acknowledge the Ailsa as one of Britain`s top three courses, confirmation that gives it eminence worldwide, with regular rankings within the world's top 20 courses.\r\n\r\nThe first three holes pose a fairly tough opening, particularly when the wind blows from the direction of Ailsa Craig, the dramatic rock 11 miles out to sea.\r\n\r\nFrom the admirable short fourth to the short 11th the Ailsa Course follows the shoreline, the fifth to the eight framed by dunes and the ninth, tenth and eleventh flanked by craggy rocks. It is a thrilling passage full of stout hitting.\r\n\r\nPerhaps the ninth is Turnberry's trademark, the remote tee has been moved further out these days and is set on a rocky premonitory on the edge of the sea, the drive across the corner of the bay and a glimpse of the site of Bruce's Castle (Robert the Bruce, Scottish King, 1306-1329). The narrow path to the tee and the tee shot itself are not recommended to those of a nervous disposition.\r\n\r\nThe scenic glories of the Ailsa Course are to be savoured - the granite dome of Ailsa Craig, the low form of the tip of Argyll and the peaks of Arran highlighting the changing patterns of light and shade. Closer at hand, The Lighthouse, and the ninth`s lovely back tee are other symbols of Turnberry, the hole`s title adding an historic echo.\r\n\r\nA golfing trip to Scotland would not be complete without a round on one of the world`s greatest courses. A memorable round is guaranteed. 2011-08-31 11:51:35.645676 2011-09-09 14:47:15.112642 courses 55.618691,-2.977295 8 Scotland Golf at Turnberry - Ailsa Course | Your Golf Tours Long regarded as one of the finest courses in the world, the Ailsa came to international prominence with the famous "duel in the sun" between Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson over the four days of the 1977 Open.
162 Fairmont St Andrews fairmont-st-andrews #Fairmont St Andrews\r\n\r\nSitting on the summit of a spectacular formation, the hotel and its two stunning golf courses have breathtaking panoramic views of the Eden estuary and the medieval skyline of St Andrews. The Fairmont St Andrews Hotel was formerly know as the St Andrews Bay Hotel. The Devlin Course was designed by Bruce Devlin and has generous fairways but offers a great test of golf and dramatic views.\r\n\r\nThe Torrance Course designed by the late Gene Sarazen and former Ryder Cup player and Captain, Sam Torrance is currently closed for the relocation and rebuilding of some tees and bunkers.\r\n\r\nAfter a game of golf you can sit back and relax in the Atrium or visit Kittocks Den for a 'wee nip' and a light snack or salad. Each restaurant has its own individuality, but with the same theme following throughout, the best of local produce, expertly prepared and creatively executed. The Fairmont St Andrews is a very comfortable base for golfing in St Andrews.\r\n\r\nKing-sized beds, thick, soft duvet covers and a feeling of total exhilaration as you relax within the comfort of your guest room with all the five star services at your fingertips. If you are looking for a little extra space and luxury each of the suites provides ample of both. Alternatively, if you want something truly unforgettable for that special occasion, the Kingdom of Fife suite with separate living room, dining room, individual changing rooms and large bedroom, is perfect.\r\n\r\nThe Spa's 7 luxurious, treatment rooms offer a haven so you can relax and be truly pampered, while enjoying one of our sublime treatments, leaving you completely rejuvenated and ready to face what lies ahead. The beautifully designed health club at Fairmont St Andrews is a state-of-the-art facility offering the very latest equipment for guests to enjoy. 2011-09-02 15:34:22.966364 2011-09-08 15:58:30.388397 hotels \N Scotland Fairmont St Andrews, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Sitting on the summit of a spectacular formation, the hotel and its two stunning golf courses have breathtaking panoramic views of the Eden estuary and the medieval skyline of St Andrews.
109 Aberdovey Golf Club aberdovey-golf-club #Aberdovey Golf Club\r\n\r\nApproximately half way down the Welsh coast, and just North of the historic university town of Aberystwyth, lies Aberdovey, a genuine seaside track with the sandy turf and links land for which the British Isles are renowned. Many golfers taking in the very best that Wales has to offer choose Aberdovey as a stop off on route between the South Coast and the dramatic courses in the North West.\r\n\r\nThe fringes of the course are rugged and wild, creating a spectacular setting for a round of championship golf. Recently lengthened, and as a result toughened, Aberdovey is a highly regarded layout whose rich history extended beyond a century.\r\n\r\nColt, Braid and Fowler, three of the most esteemed names in the field of golf course architecture, have each had a hand in creating the legacy of the golf course at Aberdovey, which wraps around the coastline affording glorious views of the Irish Sea. Natural and undiluted throughout, Aberdovey offers a glimpse of the traditions of coastal golf in Wales. 2011-08-31 16:23:24.726876 2011-09-09 15:07:50.228635 courses 52.48947,-2.235718 8 Wales Golf at Aberdovey Golf Club, Wales | Your Golf Tours Many golfers taking in the very best that Wales has to offer choose Aberdovey as a stop off on route between the South Coast and the dramatic courses in the North West.
160 Marriott Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club marriott-dalmahoy-hotel-country-club # Marriott Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club\r\n\r\nThe Baronial Manor House of Dalmahoy is set in 1000 acres of wooded parkland at the foot of the rolling Pentland Hills.\r\n\r\nIt was built in 1724 and extended in 1990 when opened as a hotel and country club. The two golf courses at Dalmahoy are James Braid courses designed in 1927 & 1935. The championship East Course played host to the Solheim Cup and Scottish Seniors Open.\r\n\r\nA choice of dining is available in the award winning Pentland Restaurant or the informal Long Weekend Cafe/Bar. Leisure facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room, gymnasium with professional fitness instructors, Health & Beauty Salon, solarium, and tennis courts. The Golf & Leisure Shop retails many gifts and accessories and hires buggies and golf clubs.\r\n\r\nOnly 3 miles from Edinburgh International Airport, Dalmahoy is ideally located close to Scotland`s capital - Edinburgh - only 6 miles away. 2011-09-01 16:56:07.63908 2011-09-08 16:00:47.684487 hotels \N Scotland Marriott Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours The Baronial Manor House of Dalmahoy is set in 1000 acres of wooded parkland at the foot of the rolling Pentland Hills.
185 Golf In Wales & The Celtic Manor golf-in-wales-the-celtic-manor #Golf In Wales & The Celtic Manor\r\n\r\nThe award of the 2010 Ryder Cup has swung the golfing spotlight around on South Wales, a region that prior to now held few cards on the iternational stage and did not appear immediately attractive for your typical golf traveller. How times have changed - The Celtic Manor Resort, backed up by some outstanding regional links golf, has Wales on every tongue, and you should give it serious consideration for your next golf tour in the UK.\r\n\r\nWe believe that The Celtic Manor Resort, arguably the most comprehensive golf resort in the UK, should be the focal point for most golf tours in South Wales; the resort has outstanding five star accommodation and matching facilities when it comes to dining and spa, and when it comes to golf, the monumental Twenty Ten Course is ably supported by the Roman Road and Montgomerie.\r\n\r\nAway from The 2010 Ryder Cup host, your South Wales golf tour can take in explorations of the likes of Pennard, Pyle & Kenfig and Royal Porthcawl, all of which are honest, traditional and outstanding links courses. You may not know many by name, but they are sure to live long in the memory. 2011-09-02 15:49:58.235123 2011-09-07 16:37:56.804335 hotels \N Wales Wales & The Celtic Manor | Your Golf Tours
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62 North Berwick Glen Course north-berwick-glen-course #North Berwick Glen Course\r\n\r\nThis championship links course has much character, and includes many testing hazards. \r\n\r\nThe course provides an interesting blend of turf and traditional links, and as the course progresses, ever more breathtaking scenery is revealed. Overlooking the Firth of Forth and Bass Rock, many tees and greens are elevated, requiring confidence and careful club selection.\r\n\r\nComplicating your game are intersecting walls, the beach, and streams that cross three of the fairways. This wonderful, varied course will test the skills of golfers of all abilities, but is considered well worth the effort. 2011-08-31 15:18:50.982326 2011-09-08 15:42:54.651978 courses \N Scotland Golf at North Berwick Glen Course, Scotland | Your Golf Tours The Glen course provides an interesting blend of turf and traditional links, and as the course progresses, ever more breathtaking scenery is revealed. Overlooking the Firth of Forth and Bass Rock, many tees and greens are elevated, requiring confidence and careful club selection.
61 North Berwick West Links north-berwick-west-links #North Berwick West Links\r\n\r\nThe North Berwick Golf Club is the thirteenth oldest in the world, founded in 1832 by a group of local landowners and gentlemen, among them a soldier who fought in Napoleon`s final defeat at Waterloo.\r\n\r\nA list of past captains on the wall in the clubhouse proudly displays a distinguished past - Knights, Earls, Lords, Marquis and a former British Prime Minister, A.J.Balfour. This heritage is still reflected in the present membership.\r\n\r\nThe WEST LINKS was originally six holes and a seventh was added before it was extended to 18 holes in 1877. By 1895 the course was lengthened, and today measures 6420 yards S.S.S 7 1. Not the longest, but the trickery of the course requires the full repertoire of shotmaking.\r\n\r\nA true links course laid out on a raised-beach, laden with brown sand forming the undulating links land 10 to 30 feet above sea level. Although the architect is unknown many of the holes have been copied by designers all over the world, including the 376 yard 14th named "Perfection" and the 192 yard 15th called "Redan". A golfing experience not found anywhere else, with blind holes, drives over walls and burns, shots over the bay and bunkers deep enough for the golfer to disappear from view.\r\n\r\nNot only is the links venerable but it is one of the most attractive and stimulating links courses anywhere, with every hole setting a different problem of length, judgement, skill and direction. The long 11th was also unashamedly reproduced by Donald Ross as Seminole`s 18th (Florida, USA). The 12th, `Bass` embodies risk/reward strategy at its finest while the 13th, `Pit` combines strategic dimensions with old world quirkiness.\r\n\r\nAfter `Perfection`, the 14th, the golfer moves on to the world famous `Redan`, a 192 yard par 3, that Bernard Darwin described more than 85 years ago as "a beautiful one shot hole atop a plateau with a bunker short of the green, to the left, and another further on to the right, and we must vary our mode of attack according to the wind, playing a shot to come in from the right or making a direct frontal attack".\r\n\r\nThe West Links is a true links with commanding views of the sea, over great wide sandy beaches, across the dark rocky islets of the Forth estuary to the green-hilled Fife coast, the volcanic grey and white streaked hump of the Bass Rock and distant May Island on the horizon. 2011-08-31 15:16:40.498501 2011-09-08 15:43:27.199331 courses \N Scotland Golf at North Berwick West Links, Scotland | Your Golf Tours The West Links is a true links with commanding views of the sea, over great wide sandy beaches, across the dark rocky islets of the Forth estuary to the green-hilled Fife coast, the volcanic grey and white streaked hump of the Bass Rock and distant May Island on the horizon.
65 Western Gailes Golf Club western-gailes-golf-club #Western Gailes Golf Club\r\n\r\nWestern Gailes is a true Scottish links course of championship standard measuring 6714 yards from the championship tees.\r\n\r\nAs the par 71 and standard scratch score rating of 73 indicates, Western Gailes is never other than an excellent test of links golf but any change in the strength or direction of the wind provides new challenges. The undulating terrain requires even the best of players to produce a full range of shot making.\r\n\r\nWestern Gailes was bound to attract both top amateur and professional events and since Harry Vardon won the first major contest here with a 68 in 1903 the course has played host to the Curtis Cup, P.G.A. Championship, Seniors, Scottish and Boys Championships and the Ladies` Home Internationals. It is also one of the qualifying courses when The Open Championship is held at either Troon or Turnberry. 2011-08-31 15:22:16.029811 2011-09-08 15:54:48.763811 courses \N Scotland Golf at Western Gailes Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Western Gailes is a true Scottish links course of championship standard measuring 6714 yards from the championship tees.
99 Ballyliffin ballyliffin #Ballyliffin\r\n\r\nBallyliffin is one of the iconic, evocative names in Irish golf, ranking highly in the list of most golfers' wishlist, home to two courses, Ballyliffin sits perched on the northernmost tip of Ireland, and is well worth including in your next Irish golf tour.\r\n\r\nTwo golf courses of outstanding quality yet distinctly different character comprise the Ballyliffin duo, and together they offer a superb day's links golf.\r\n\r\nThe Old Course is, naturally, Ballyliffin's original layout, which is really links golf in its purest form, with nothing in to trick you, simply the character of the natural terrain reflected in the collection of awe inspiring holes.\r\n\r\n1995 saw the unveiling of the Glashedy Links, which was devised by the acclaimed duo of Pat Ruddy and Tom Craddock. The Glashedy, named in honour of the Glashedy Rock - Ballyliffin's version of Turnberry's Ailsa Craig - has been well received, and the splendid links course comes highly recommended. 2011-08-31 16:14:44.204723 2011-09-09 15:47:52.748323 courses 55.438363,-5.026245 8 Ireland Golf at Ballyliffin, Ireland | Your Golf Tours Ballyliffin is one of the iconic, evocative names in Irish golf, ranking highly in the list of most golfers' wishlist, home to two courses, Ballyliffin sits perched on the northernmost tip of Ireland, and is well worth including in your next Irish golf tour.\r\n
194 Nefyn & North Wales Tour nefyn-north-wales-tour 2011-09-09 15:23:52.530356 2011-09-13 11:20:43.73286 tours \N Wales Nefyn & North Wales Golf Tour from YourGolfTours.com \N
25 Old Course Hotel old-course-hotel #Old Course Hotel\r\n\r\nVoted "Scottish Hotel of the Year" in 2007, the Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa provides a spectacular location with unrivalled amenities in the beautiful town of St Andrews.\r\n\r\nThe Hotel is positioned to the right of the famous Road Hole on the Old Course St Andrews and an enviable view back across the course to the historic town of St Andrews. \r\n\r\nThe Old Course Hotel offers some of the most luxurious accommodation in Scotland. Guests can expect to enjoy either the priceless view of the Old Course and the St Andrews coastline, or the fields and hills of Fife.\r\n\r\nAll 144 rooms - comprised of 109 rooms and 35 suites - are designed to offer a welcoming haven with contemporary fabrics, soft furnishings and marble touches in the bathrooms. The luxurious suites are spacious, finely appointed and offer fine panoramic views over the links courses to the sea.\r\n\r\nExperience Kohler Waters Spa at the Old Course Hotel, one of Europe’s most advanced concepts in total well-being. Relax and restore your body as you enjoy the therapeutic benefits of water. 2011-08-31 14:08:51.200566 2011-09-08 16:01:13.958573 hotels \N Scotland Old Course Hotel, St Andrews, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Voted "Scottish Hotel of the Year" in 2007, the Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa provides a spectacular location with unrivalled amenities in the beautiful town of St Andrews.
53 Boat of Garten boat-of-garten #Boat of Garten \r\n\r\nEstablished in 1898 and designed by one of the grand-masters of golf course architecture - James Braid, "The Boat" is not only a demanding test of sporting skill but also a magnificent setting for the game.\r\n\r\nThe view from the clubhouse, over the 1st and 2nd fairways and beyond, to the Cairngorm mountains - with such distinctive features as the Lairig Ghru and the northern corries of Braeriach - is incomparable, certainly within the realms of Scottish golf.\r\n\r\nThis Highland grandeur, depending on the day, can inspire high achievement or, in the more common event of disappointing performance, affords the comfort and consolation of communing with nature in uniquely attractive surroundings.\r\n\r\nPopular with visitors, from both home and abroad, the course has become firmly established as a "must" for those enjoying a golfing tour of the Scottish Highlands. 2011-08-31 15:07:20.858427 2011-09-09 16:31:19.565899 courses 57.474497,-2.411499 8 Scotland Golf at Boat of Garten, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Established in 1898 and designed by one of the grand-masters of golf course architecture - James Braid, "The Boat" is not only a demanding test of sporting skill but also a magnificent setting for the game.
67 Dundonald Links dundonald-links #Dundonald Links\r\n\r\nDesigned by the highly respected golf course architect Kyle Phillips, best known in the UK for Kingsbarns and The Grove, the 7,100-yard, par 72 course is located about an hour’s drive south west of Loch Lomond and five minutes from Prestwick International Airport.\r\n\r\nIt was inspired by the timeless architecture of the great Ayrshire links courses of Royal Troon, Prestwick and Western Gailes, all connected by the historic rail line.\r\n\r\nDundonald means ‘Fort Donald’ and there is a hill near the course upon which fortifications have been located dating back to the period 500 through 200 B.C. Three castles succeeded the original structures and in the early 1900s there was an old golf course named Dundonald on the site of the new course. It was converted to military use during World War II, at which time it was known as Dundonald Camp, and was used to rehearse the D Day landings. 2011-08-31 15:24:14.446843 2011-09-08 15:29:39.975128 courses \N Scotland Golf at Dundonald Links, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Designed by the highly respected golf course architect Kyle Phillips, best known in the UK for Kingsbarns and The Grove, the 7,100-yard, par 72 course is located about an hour’s drive south west of Loch Lomond and five minutes from Prestwick International Airport.
66 Glasgow Gailes Golf Club glasgow-gailes-golf-club #Glasgow Gailes Golf Club\r\n\r\nOne of two courses owned by Glasgow Golf Club, this is a links heath land style course in excellent condition year round.\r\n\r\nLess than an hour from Glasgow, Gailes is a challenging links course – tough and traditionally Scottish – consistently selected by the Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews as a final qualifying venue for the Open Championship.\r\n\r\nGailes lies in the heart of Scotland’s Ayrshire Golf coast with several celebrated courses within easy driving distance: Royal Troon - 5 miles, Old Prestwick - 8 miles and Turnberry – 20 miles. Close at hand are three other Open qualifying courses at Kilmarnock Barassie, Western Gailes and Irvine Bogside.\r\n\r\nAs a designated Open Championship qualifying course, the condition and playing characteristics of the course are monitored by the R & A. At Glasgow Gailes, just as at Carnoustie, St. Andrews, Troon and Turnberry, each hole presents a challenge. With a par of 71 and a course record of 64, Gailes will provide a test for golfers of all standards. \r\n\r\nThough the current layout of this course is based on Willie Park`s design in 1912, the club`s origins date back to 1882, thus making Glasgow Gailes the ninth oldest club in the world. 2011-08-31 15:23:19.451506 2011-09-08 15:31:56.9033 courses \N Scotland Golf at Glasgow Gailes Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Less than an hour from Glasgow, Gailes is a challenging links course – tough and traditionally Scottish – consistently selected by the Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews as a final qualifying venue for the Open Championship.
69 Irvine Bogside Golf Club irvine-bogside-golf-club #Irvine Bogside Golf Club\r\n\r\nAn 18-hole traditional links course established over 100 years ago, Irvine Bogside provides a challenge to all with its subtle changes in direction and no two holes the same.\r\n\r\nHome to many championships over the years, the course has been a final Open Championship qualifying course since 1989 and owes much of its present day character to the design work of James Braid in 1926.\r\n\r\nThe course demands accurate shot-making, after all, it has produced three Scottish Amateur Champions in Hammy McInally, Jimmy Walker and Jack Cannon, who honed their skills at Bogside.\r\n\r\nThe links fairways, built on sand, are divided by gorse and heather. Every hole has its own identity and the greens are fast and true. The neighbouring Gulf Stream ensures year round golf of the highest quality whilst the peaks of Arran produce a natural backdrop to compliment the birdlife of the River Irvine and the Bogside Flats where wildlife abounds. 2011-08-31 15:25:55.320797 2011-09-08 15:34:42.085805 courses \N Scotland Golf at Irvine Bogside Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours An 18-hole traditional links course established over 100 years ago, Irvine Bogside provides a challenge to all with its subtle changes in direction and no two holes the same.
23 Carnoustie Championship Course carnoustie-championship-course #Carnoustie Championship Course\r\n\r\nCarnoustie does not introduce itself gently. Within minutes of setting foot on the first tee, you make your acquaintance with the Barry Burn. Ten feet wide and with sheer banks, this water threads its sinuous menace through half a dozen holes, culminating in one of the cruellest finishes in golf.\r\n\r\nRealistically, though unless you hook or top your tee shot, this particular watery grave should not come into play on the first, which has one of the more generous fairways. Since it is slightly uphill and frequently into the prevailing westerly wind, this is probably just as well.\r\n\r\nThough the pros have rarely dropped shots here, it is by no means a soft touch. The humps and hollows on the fairway (ironically called an "elephants graveyard" by Hale Irwin!) and the blind second shot into a hidden green with countless slick borrows, make this a tough starting hole.\r\n\r\nCarnoustie has hosted the Open Championship on 7 occasions with the last being in 2007 when Padraig Harrington won in a play-off against Sergio Garcia. 1999, however, may be the most remembered finish when Jean Van de Velde had a disastrous triple bogey on the 72nd hole and then lost in a play-off to local man Paul Lawrie.\r\n\r\n 2011-08-31 14:06:53.62085 2011-09-09 16:42:31.129241 courses 56.350034,-2.081909 8 Scotland Golf at Carnoustie - Championship Course | Your Golf Tours Carnoustie does not introduce itself gently. Within minutes of setting foot on the first tee, you make your acquaintance with the Barry Burn. Ten feet wide and with sheer banks, this water threads its sinuous menace through half a dozen holes, culminating in one of the cruellest finishes in golf.
205 Perranporth Golf Course perranporth-golf-course Another James Braid masterpiece in England's South West, Perranporth is regarded by many as one of the very finest courses in Cornwall, and certainly affords a a genuine links experience.\r\n\r\nBraid aficionados will recognise his signature all over this stunning seaside gem, which demands sound strategy above all else. Like many others among the extensive Braid collection, Perranporth tips the scales somewhat modestly between 6,000 and 6,500 yards, but the astute routing and bunkering ensures that it is a solid test.\r\n\r\nSpectacular views are among the memorable highlights of a round at Perranporth; from the 4th and 15th tees in particular, golfers are treated to panoramic views of the Cornwall coastline. Expect a warm welcome at Perranporth, and the opportunity to pit your wits against one of the true championship links courses that South Western England has to offer. 2011-09-13 11:09:36.749516 2011-09-13 11:09:59.7388 courses \N England Perranporth Golf Course, Cornwall - YourGolfTours.com Spectacular views are among the memorable highlights of a round at Perranporth; from the 4th and 15th tees in particular, golfers are treated to panoramic views of the Cornwall coastline. Expect a warm welcome at Perranporth, and the opportunity to pit your wits against one of the true championship links courses that South Western England has to offer.
75 Formby Golf Club formby-golf-club #Formby Golf Club\r\n\r\nFormby, ranked inside the UK's top 100 courses, is a classic, traditional links course that encapsulates the essence of the region. Known as 'England's Golf Coast', Southport and its surroundings are housed on the sort of free-draining, sandy turf that makes for the ultimate in links golf.\r\n\r\nInterestingly though, Formby is not situated immediately adjacent to the coast, and as such its character is somewhat mixed; the turf is indeed sandy but Formby has some areas of woodland, which create a varied visual landscape and help contribute to a ferocious test of golf.\r\n\r\nRecent revisions see Formby exceeding 7,000 yards at its peak, which is very long for a links course, and the layout is a credit to those who have contributed over the club's rich history; Willie Park, James Braid and subsequently Steel and Pennink have helped shape a monumental course, and a gem which is among Southport's very best.\r\n 2011-08-31 15:41:49.748505 2011-09-08 15:31:38.045483 courses \N England Golf at Formby Golf Club, England | Your Golf Tours Formby, ranked inside the UK's top 100 courses, is a classic, traditional links course that encapsulates the essence of the region. Known as 'England's Golf Coast', Southport and its surroundings are housed on the sort of free-draining, sandy turf that makes for the ultimate in links golf.
74 Royal Birkdale royal-birkdale #Royal Birkdale\r\n\r\nNine Open Championships, two Ryder Cups, the Walker and Curtis Cups plus the Women's Open Championship - the roll of honour at Royal Birkdale speaks for itself. This is a true heavyweight of world golf, and in many educated eyes the best links course in the United Kingdom.\r\n\r\nBeginning with the iconic Art Deco clubhouse, Royal Birkdale is a special and unique place; the enormous lounge windows overlook the 18th green, site of so much high profile drama, and the clubhouse has an austere and historic charm.\r\n\r\nOut on the course, golfers will find a collection of beautifully crafted holes, sculpted between the dunes and noted for its outstanding bunkering and routing. Though not long by modern standards, expect a stern examination, especially if the wind blows.\r\n\r\nPadraig Harrington's recent Open triumph highlighted the intrinsic charm and relentless challenge of negotiating Birkdale, and should underline that Birkdale is an essential part of any golf tour in North West England. 2011-08-31 15:41:02.337137 2011-09-08 15:47:52.64132 courses \N England Golf at Royal Birkdale, North West England | Your Golf Tours Nine Open Championships, two Ryder Cups, the Walker and Curtis Cups plus the Women's Open Championship - the roll of honour at Royal Birkdale speaks for itself. This is a true heavyweight of world golf, and in many educated eyes the best links course in the United Kingdom.
72 Royal Lytham & St Anne's royal-lytham-st-annes #Royal Lytham & St Anne's\r\n\r\n2012 Open Championship host Royel Lytham & St Annes is entrenched within the elite of British links courses, and although it has been around for well over a century, there has been little change to George Lowe's original 1898 routing.\r\n\r\nLytham, the site of David Duval's Open triumph in 2001, is widely regarded to be a truly difficult yet extremely fair text of golf, and is really seaside golf in its purest sense. Subtle greens, punitive bunkering and long rough are hallmarks of the Lytham & St Annes experience.\r\n\r\nYet the golfing mortal need not despair - hit a good shot at Lytham and you will likely be rewarded, an asset that cannot be prescribed to every links course on British shores. If you include Lytham in your seaside golfing pilgrimage, you will enjoy rich golfing tradition and without doubt one of the best courses in the country. 2011-08-31 15:29:40.179651 2011-09-08 15:49:22.680423 courses \N England Golf at Royal Lytham & St Anne's, England | Your Golf Tours 2012 Open Championship host Royel Lytham & St Annes is entrenched within the elite of British links courses, and although it has been around for well over a century, there has been little change to George Lowe's original 1898 routing.
179 Slieve Donard Resort & Spa slieve-donard-resort-spa #Slieve Donard Resort & Spa\r\n\r\nThe Slieve Donard Hotel and Resort is a popular option for golfers heading to Northern Ireland given its proximity to the majestic Royal County Down. However, it offers far more than mere convenience; the subject of a recently completed, multi-million Pound refurbishment, Slieve Donard ranks among Ireland's most sought after and luxurious destinations.\r\n\r\nA wide-ranging collection of guest rooms forms the starting point for a stay at Slieve Donard, where the rooms and suites and spacious and beautifully appointed in a contemporary style. This interplay with the striking traditional façade helps to create a special environment for golfers, who are assured a splendid base from which to explore the likes of County Down and Ardglass.\r\n\r\nSlieve Donard's guest experience is abetted by an enticing restaurant scene, ranging from fine dining to pub-style classics, while the resort also boasts a state-of-the-art spa and leisure complex, ideally suited to weary golfers and non-playing companions. 2011-09-02 15:46:43.917278 2011-09-08 16:02:27.211011 hotels \N Ireland Slieve Donard Resort & Spa, Northern Ireland | Your Golf Tours The Slieve Donard Hotel and Resort is a popular option for golfers heading to Northern Ireland given its proximity to the majestic Royal County Down.
81 Royal Cinque Ports royal-cinque-ports #Royal Cinque Ports\r\n\r\nRoyal Cinque Ports is the formal name for a course known by members and locals simply as Deal. Whatever you call it, this is one of the best seaside courses in England, and is located right next door to Royal St George's, making it extremely convenient for a golf tour in Kent.\r\n\r\nGenuine championship links is the order of the day at Royal Cinque Ports, host to the Open Championship in 1909 and 1920. Ranked by many in the world's top 100 courses, the layout takes the sublime coastal land as its director, across humps and bumps and through the fantastic sand dunes.\r\n\r\nViews of the Sandwich Bay form the backdrop for your round, while the character of the courses changes constantly in line with the weather; a calm day at Deal is a dream, and an infrequent occurence, and you are more likely to have to battle the elements around this coastal classsic. 2011-08-31 15:54:45.576818 2011-09-08 15:48:00.25267 courses \N England Golf at Royal Cinque Ports, Kent, England | Your Golf Tours Royal Cinque Ports is the formal name for a course known by members and locals simply as Deal. Whatever you call it, this is one of the best seaside courses in England, and is located right next door to Royal St George's, making it extremely convenient for a golf tour in Kent.
76 Royal Liverpool royal-liverpool #Royal Liverpool\r\n\r\nRoyal Liverpool - often referred to as Hoylake - played host to Tiger Woods' 2006 Open Championship victory in what was its return to the regular rotation. Recently completed renovation work by Dr Martin Hawtree has included revisions on bunkering and a complete rebuild of the 17th green, which will help keep this classic English links in top class shape.\r\n\r\nHead to Hoylake and you will experience the second oldest seaside golf course in England (only Westward Ho! in Devon predates it), a stunning links layout that has been in place as is since 1871.\r\n\r\nThe course at Royal Liverpool is flat and appears unassuming on first inspection, but the secret to its defences is the lack of shelter from the coastal elements; expect blustery winds, which can transform the character of Hoylake in a heartbeat.\r\n\r\nRoyal Liverpool is located on the Wirral, a beautiful promontory that juts out to the south of Liverpool, and is around a 30-minute drive from Southport. 2011-08-31 15:42:18.238724 2011-09-08 15:49:09.993403 courses \N England Golf at Royal Liverpool, England | Your Golf Tours Head to Royal Liverpool and you will experience the second oldest seaside golf course in England, a stunning links layout that has been in place as is since 1871.
195 Macdonald Marine North Berwick macdonald-marine-north-berwick # Macdonald Marine North Berwick\r\n\r\nThe historic Marine Hotel in North Berwick has been returned to her former glory and updated with style thanks to a multi million pound investment by Macdonald Hotels & Resorts. The Marine has commanding views out over North Berwick West Links and the Firth of Forth.\r\n\r\nSoak up the views from the Seaview Lounge, the Library or the Conservatory. Enjoy a drink in the Links Bar, a malt whisky or afternoon tea perhaps in the Drawing Room, or simply enjoy the food in the Craigleith restaurant...the choice is yours!\r\n\r\nThe complete refurbishment has taken in all public areas and rooms and has returned the hotel to the standard you would expect of a leading golf hotel in Scotland. Luxurious fabrics, open log fires and deep chairs are situated throughout the lounges and a traditional library retreat is available to bury you head in a good book. The Links bar is the ideal place in which to relax after a game on Gullane No.1 or North Berwick.\r\n\r\nWith turret suites, family rooms and four posters the Macdonald Marine Hotel & Spa is offering a range of accommodation to suit everyone.\r\n\r\nPure indulgence awaits you in the new Vital Leisure Club & Spa. This stunning retreat offers a haven for guests needing to unwind from a day on the course. 2011-09-13 09:13:28.610816 2011-09-13 10:19:54.549764 hotels \N Scotland Macdonald Marine Hotel in North Berwick - YourGolfTours.com The historic Marine Hotel in North Berwick has been returned to her former glory and updated with style thanks to a multi million pound investment by Macdonald Hotels & Resorts. The Marine has commanding views out over North Berwick West Links and the Firth of Forth.
89 Enniscrone Golf Club enniscrone-golf-club #Enniscrone Golf Club\r\n\r\nEnniscrone has a rich history dating back to 1918, but its rise to fame is primarily due to the more recent revisions carried out by the great Eddie Hackett in partnership with Donald Steel, the only man to have been consulted on every course on the Open Championship rotation.\r\n\r\nThe Dunes Course is the star of the show at Enniscrone, mapped out across some truly inspirational links land; the Bartragh Peninsula, which plays host to Enniscrone, has the classic dunes and sandy turf that make seaside golf so special.\r\n\r\nCombine a round at Enniscrone with the likes of Connemara and Carne for a true taste of Ireland#'s West coast, one of the most iconic places to experience a golf tour. 2011-08-31 16:01:11.788545 2011-09-08 15:31:10.702482 courses \N Ireland Golf at Enniscrone Golf Club, Ireland | Your Golf Tours The Dunes Course is the star of the show at Enniscrone, mapped out across the Bartragh Peninsula, providing the classic dunes and sandy turf that make seaside golf so special.
80 Sunningdale sunningdale #Sunningdale\r\n\r\nFew inland golf courses in England are as highly regarded as Sunningdale, a revered name in the game and the owner of two sublime layouts. Winding through the woodland of Surrey to the south of London and fringed by stunning heather, Sunningdale must be played to be truly appreciated.\r\n\r\nThe Old Course at Sunningdale was unveiled in 1901, and designed by Willie Park Jnr., a man inextricably linked with the development of golf in the British Isles at the turn of the century. As it winds through the woodland and heather, the Old serves up a glorious variation of holes that together make up one of England's very best courses.\r\n\r\nIn 1923, Sunningdale added the New Course to the existing Old, courtesy of a design by Harry S. Colt, whose fingerprints are all over the best heathland courses in Surrey and Berkshire. The New is distinctly different in style, more rugged and certainly a stern test, and it represents the ideal complement to its neighbour. Whichever you choose, Sunningdale will be tough to beat in terms of highlights from you golf tour around London. 2011-08-31 15:54:05.719504 2011-09-08 15:52:26.176804 courses \N Scotland Golf at Sunningdale, Surrey, England | Your Golf Tours Few inland golf courses in England are as highly regarded as Sunningdale, a revered name in the game and the owner of two sublime layouts. Winding through the woodland of Surrey to the south of London and fringed by stunning heather, Sunningdale must be played to be truly appreciated.
87 Connemara connemara #Connemara\r\n\r\nConnemara rightly stands as one of Ireland's most celebrated links courses, capturing the essence of playing golf on the unspoiled West coast of the Emerald Isle. Long, difficult and strikingly beautiful, Connemara is a true gem.\r\n\r\nDesigned by Eddie Hackett, one of Ireland's favourite golfing sons, Connemara and its splendid layout have been enjoyed since 1973, and it is now well matured. From the tournament tees - though few are brave enough to go there - the course is better than 7,200 yards, which can be magnified by the often unreliable Irish weather.\r\n\r\nHeading to Connemara on the Galway coast, you will experience a raw and somewhat unrefined version of golf, where heirs and graces are subsituted by simply marvellous holes, and without doubt will be a highlight of your Irish golfing experience. 2011-08-31 15:59:30.736393 2011-09-08 15:26:38.937476 courses \N Ireland Golf at Connemara, Ireland | Your Golf Tours Connemara rightly stands as one of Ireland's most celebrated links courses, capturing the essence of playing golf on the unspoiled West coast of the Emerald Isle. Long, difficult and strikingly beautiful, Connemara is a true gem.
79 Foxhills foxhills #Foxhills\r\n\r\nThe Foxhills Club and Resort, which sits just south of London and enjoys the same bouncy heathland turf occupied by the likes of Sunningdale and Wentworth, is home to two terrific championship golf courses, both fashioned in the classic English tree lined style that the region is famous for.\r\n\r\nChoose either the Bernard Hunt or Longcross Courses at Foxhills, which are difficult to separate in terms of quality; both are around the 6,800 yard mark, which is not particularly long, but this kind of course demands a calculated, strategic approach with a premium on accuracy.\r\n\r\nGenuine tree lined courses are hard to come by, but that is what you will enjoy if you choose to include Foxhills in your English golf tour itinerary. The country club style means good facilities and immediate access to the hotel, while Foxhills makes a superb base for exploring London and the surrounding areas, including the host of outstanding golf locally and on the Kent coast. 2011-08-31 15:53:42.604699 2011-09-08 15:31:46.782202 courses \N England Golf at Foxhills Club and Resort, London | Your Golf Tours The Foxhills Club and Resort, which sits just south of London and enjoys the same bouncy heathland turf occupied by the likes of Sunningdale and Wentworth, is home to two terrific championship golf courses, both fashioned in the classic English tree lined style that the region is famous for.
91 The Island Golf Club the-island-golf-club #The Island Golf Club\r\n\r\nUnique and packed full of character, The Island is one of Ireland's most special courses, where the natural land forms the building blocks for amaazing holes and stunning views. Located to the North of Dublin, and close to the charming fishing village of Malahide, The Island is a fine addition to any Irish golf tour itinerary.\r\n\r\nAlmost every hole at The Island winds its way through or around the massive dunes of the coastal parcel of land; the single track road on the way into the club is a true sign of what is to come! The steep banks of dunes almost envelop some holes, and each one feels truly isolated and unique.\r\n\r\nEnjoy the spectacular views and the joys of a proper links golf challenge; the humps and hollows over which The Island is laid out present a test of the imagination as much as anything else, and represent a style of golf from bygone eras. There is no finer way to enjoy a round, and the phenomenal hospitality that will be extended to you is the icing on the cake. 2011-08-31 16:02:43.879999 2011-09-08 15:52:59.556595 courses \N Ireland Golf at The Island Golf Club, Ireland | Your Golf Tours Unique and packed full of character, The Island is one of Ireland's most special courses, where the natural land forms the building blocks for amaazing holes and stunning views.
97 Portstewart portstewart #Portstewart\r\n\r\nPortstewart is fortunate to occupy the same terrific coastal turf as Royal Portrush, and is in fact just a couple of miles along the shore. Portstewart is known for its outstanding Strand Course, a championship links of undeniable quality and charm.\r\n\r\nThe land on which Portstewart is mapped out has hosted a golf course since 1889, but it was not until 1992, when Des Giffin completed the Strand Course's revsions, that Portstewart was recognisable in its present guise.\r\n\r\nSpectacular coastal dunes and views of Lough Foyle, leading to the Atlantic, are the backdrop for the outstanding Strand Course, which is not the ideal foil for the mind-blowing Royal Portrush along the coast, and an essential component in any good Northern Ireland golf tour itinerary. 2011-08-31 16:09:40.799748 2011-09-08 15:45:01.353763 courses \N Ireland Golf at Portstewart, Northern Ireland | Your Golf Tours Portstewart is fortunate to occupy the same terrific coastal turf as Royal Portrush, and is in fact just a couple of miles along the shore. Portstewart is known for its outstanding Strand Course, a championship links of undeniable quality and charm.
93 The European Club the-european-club #The European Club\r\n\r\nThe European Club is up there with any other in terms of modern style links golf courses to have been designed and built in recent decades, and although it is around 30 miles from the city centre, we recommend it strongly for any group considering a golf tour around Dublin. The layout and surroundings are absolutely spectacular.\r\n\r\nDesigner Pat Ruddy had a splendid blank canvas on which to carve out the golf course at The European Club, which has drawn favourable comparisons with the likes of Kingsbarns and Castle Stuart. Mighty sand dunes and cavernous bunkers create beautiful contrast along the route, as every hole feels completely unique and individual.\r\n\r\nDespite its youth, The European Club is a fixture in most top 100 course rankings, and at better than 7,000 yards, the layout plays long and tough. With the location alongside the Irish Sea, expect the wind to blow, and expect also to enjoy one of Ireland's very best seaside golf experience. 2011-08-31 16:03:56.176046 2011-09-08 15:52:50.589604 courses \N Ireland Golf at The European Club, Dublin, Ireland | Your Golf Tours The European Club is up there with any other in terms of modern style links golf courses to have been designed and built in recent decades, and although it is around 30 miles from the city centre, we recommend it strongly for any group considering a golf tour around Dublin.
122 La Reserva Golf Club la-reserva-golf-club #La Reserva Golf Club\r\n\r\nLa Reserva occupies the same hallowed Sotogrande turf as Valderrama - in fact the two are separated by only a few hundred yards - and while it may not have the revered reputation as its neighbour, La Reserva has carved an impressive niche in its short existence.\r\n\r\nDesigned by American course architect Cabell Robinson, who is behind many of the best courses on the Costa del Sol, La Reserva is located slightly further down the hill from the NH Almenara Hotel within the Sotogrande estate, and sprawls across the rolling terrain with a number of outstanding views.\r\n\r\nPerfect white sand and a strong test of more than 7,000 yards from the tips are hallmarks of the excellent layout, which offers preferential access to Almenara residents.\r\n\r\nEnjoy impeccable conditioning and one of the most spectacular clubhouses in Europe at La Reserva, which has quickly become a top ranked course with groups touring the Costa del Sol as part of a golf trip to Europe. 2011-08-31 16:40:08.382581 2011-09-08 15:37:41.667852 courses \N Spain Golf at La Reserva Golf Club, Costa Del Sol | Your Golf Tours La Reserva occupies the same hallowed Sotogrande turf as Valderrama - in fact the two are separated by only a few hundred yards - and while it may not have the revered reputation as its neighbour, La Reserva has carved an impressive niche in its short existence.
92 The K Club the-k-club #The K Club\r\n\r\nThe K Club needs no introduction. This is one of the top resorts in Europe and one of the very best for onsite championship golf; two immaculate courses - The Palmer and The Smurfit - combine with astounding facilities to offer the complete golfing experience. Five star service rounds off what is an outstanding option for any golf tour around Dublin.\r\n\r\nInclude the Smurfit Course in your Irish golf tour and you will be playing a former European Tour venue that ranks highly with our regular clients. Named in honour of the resort's owner, Dr. Michael Smurfit, the great Irish philanthropist, the course is separated from the neighbouring Palmer Course by the River Liffy, which runs into Dublin. The layout is a gem, and comes highly recommended.\r\n\r\n2006 saw The Ryder Cup, the greatest golfing team event, staged over the Palmer Course at The K Club. The drama that unfolded at the 7,300 yard stadium course was surely enough to compel any avid golfer to tackle it personally, so we are delighted to offer it as part of our golf tour packages to Ireland. 2011-08-31 16:03:15.688111 2011-09-08 15:53:08.334904 courses \N Ireland Golf at The K Club, Ireland | Your Golf Tours The K Club needs no introduction. This is one of the top resorts in Europe and one of the very best for onsite championship golf; two immaculate courses - The Palmer and The Smurfit - combine with astounding facilities to offer the complete golfing experience.
95 Castlerock Golf Club castlerock-golf-club #Castlerock Golf Club\r\n\r\nCastlerock is a rugged links course that will give visitors a hearty welcome and a true sense of playing seaside golf. The club celebrated its centenary in 2001, and the magnificent natural terrain forms the basis for a glorious golfing experience.\r\n\r\nThe original layout at Castlerock included just 9 holes, and the subsequent half was added later by Ben Sayers, the great Scottish clubmaker, and the whole course was tweaked in 1925 by Harry S. Colt.\r\n\r\nThis remarkable heritage makes Castlerock a special place, and the pure seaside course is one of those that flies under the radar; combined with the likes of Portrush and County Down, this Northern Irish gem helps comprise a once-in-a-lifetime golf tour. 2011-08-31 16:08:45.953073 2011-09-08 15:26:24.173874 courses \N Ireland Golf at Castlerock Golf Club, Northern Ireland | Your Golf Tours Castlerock is a rugged links course that will give visitors a hearty welcome and a true sense of playing seaside golf. The club celebrated its centenary in 2001, and the magnificent natural terrain forms the basis for a glorious golfing experience.
206 St Mellion Resort st-mellion-resort St Mellion has long been regarded as one of England's premier golfing destinations, but the centre of the recently completed, multi-million pound redevelopment of the Cornwall resort is a luxury hotel that offers golfers welcome hospitality. Matching the improved quality on the golf courses, St Mellion now has the complete package, allowing golfers to schedule a couple of days during a tour of the South West.\r\n\r\nThroughout the public areas, reception and 80 guest bedrooms, the style of the St Mellion golf hotel is contemporary and sophisticated, designed to mirror the chic façade. Air-conditioned and decorated in fine fashion, the accommodation units at St Mellion are imnpressive. Larger groups may note that the resort also offers a collection of Fairway Lodges, ranging from one to five bedrooms.\r\n\r\nEasing golfers into their stay at St Mellion, the resort boasts a luxury health spa and leisure club; soothe aching golfing muscles in the 25-metre swimming pool, steam room and sauna, or take your pick from the enticing treatment menu. 2011-09-13 11:12:59.348828 2011-09-13 11:13:11.87183 hotels \N England St Mellion Golf Resort, Cornwall - YourGolfTours.com St Mellion has long been regarded as one of England's premier golfing destinations, but the centre of the recently completed, multi-million pound redevelopment of the Cornwall resort is a luxury hotel that offers golfers welcome hospitality.
105 Lahinch Golf Club lahinch-golf-club #Lahinch Golf Club\r\n\r\nLahinch sits as part of the true elite of world golf, home to an astounding links course that is one of the world's most sought after. Packed with history and charm, Lahinch should be near the top of your Irish golf tour wishlist.\r\n\r\nMembers of the Black Watch, a Scottish army regiment, were stationed nearby in 1892, and they used their down time to discover that the wild dunes and sandy turf of Lahinch would be ideal for a game of golf.\r\n\r\nMore than a century later, golfers flock from all over the world to experience the course, which was subsequently revised by Dr. Alister Mackenzie, the legendary architect whose resume is headed by none other that Augusta National.\r\n 2011-08-31 16:20:37.368152 2011-09-08 15:37:33.34172 courses \N Ireland Golf at Lahinch Golf Club, Ireland | Your Golf Tours Lahinch sits as part of the true elite of world golf, home to an astounding links course that is one of the world's most sought after. Packed with history and charm, Lahinch should be near the top of your Irish golf tour wishlist.
107 Royal St David's royal-st-davids #Royal St David's\r\n\r\nDeservedly ranked in the most reputable compilations of the world's best courses, Royal St David's encapsulates the joys of traditional links golf in Wales, and combines with the spectacular Nefyn & District to make the North West region a highlight of a golf tour to Wales.\r\n\r\nThe rugged seaside layout sits next to the old town of Harlech and its historic castle, and really captures the unpretentious character of this relatively unheralded destination; while many may make the journey - or pilgrimage - to the likes of St Andrews, Ayrshire or the Southport area, Wales and its charming North West corner attract fewer numbers. Those that do make it, however, are in for a treat.\r\n\r\nSt David's is an old-fashioned links, with a par of 69 that is a stern target, even at just 6,500 yards in length. Narrow fairways, small targets and the archetypal long and wispy rough make this gem both difficult and pleasing. 2011-08-31 16:22:03.994098 2011-09-08 15:49:58.18899 courses \N Wales Golf at Royal St David's, Wales | Your Golf Tours Deservedly ranked in the most reputable compilations of the world's best courses, Royal St David's encapsulates the joys of traditional links golf in Wales, and combines with the spectacular Nefyn & District to make the North West region a highlight of a golf tour to Wales.
106 Nefyn & District nefyn-district #Nefyn & District\r\n\r\nAn undoubted highlight of any golf tour in Wales, or in the UK for that matter, is the course at Nefyn and District Golf Club. Although it is not the most easily accessible course, Nefyn is truly unique and irresistably spectacular; the most amazing holes appear perched precariously on the Lleyn Peninsula, which juts out into the Irish Sea.\r\n\r\nThe course's greatness can be traced to its duo of creators - James Braid and J.H. Taylor, who between them are responsible for a large proportion of the best layouts in the United Kingdom.\r\n\r\nBlind drives and fantastic bunkering are hallmarks of Nefyn and District, which is packed with character and ranks among the most recommended of Welsh championship golfing venues. Dubbed 'golf on the edge of the world', Nefyn is a triumph of nature as much as anything else, and the glorious views across the sea to Ireland are the perfect complement to Taylor and Braid's masterpiece. 2011-08-31 16:21:29.335087 2011-09-08 15:42:34.130555 courses \N Wales Golf at Nefyn & District, Wales | Your Golf Tours Although not the most easily accessible course, Nefyn is truly unique and irresistably spectacular; the most amazing holes appear perched precariously on the Lleyn Peninsula, which juts out into the Irish Sea.
108 Conwy Golf Club conwy-golf-club #Conwy Golf Club\r\n\r\nConwy is the epitome of traditional, old-fashioned links golf, originally founded in 1869 but with a history shaped by the two World Wars; the course was nearly lost, and its present incarnation owes much to the vision of Frank Pennink.\r\n\r\nEasily accessible from along the coast, and in fact any of the most popular North Wales golf tour bases, Conwy is a proper seaside links, rugged and uncomplicated, which gives visitors a taste of golf as it would have been more than a century ago.\r\n\r\nConwy has hosted a number of prestigious events, including the 2008 Wales Senior Open, and golfers are consistently enchanted by the club's honest, understated nature, and the immense character of the golf course. 2011-08-31 16:22:42.877651 2011-09-08 15:26:47.680368 courses \N Wales Golf at Conwy, Wales | Your Golf Tours Conwy is the epitome of traditional, old-fashioned links golf, originally founded in 1869 but with a history shaped by the two World Wars; the course was nearly lost, and its present incarnation owes much to the vision of Frank Pennink.
102 Waterville Golf Links waterville-golf-links #Waterville Golf Links\r\n\r\nThe humps and hollows, the dunes and the stunning shoreline are the foundations of the golf course at Waterville, which for many is the finest seaside course in Southern Ireland, and is an absolutely essential part of any high quality golf tour around Killarney and County Kerry.\r\n\r\nOpened for play in 1973, the layout at Waterville was conceived by Eddie Hackett, one of Ireland's favourite golfing sons, but it was an American - Tom Fazio - who was commissioned to carry out subsequent revisions. Fazio's resume includes work at the likes of Pine Valley and Winged Foot, which speaks for itself.\r\n\r\nThe world's top professionals make a point of visiting Waterville whenever possible; in fact, Payne Stewart was named honorary captain shortly before his tragic death, and enjoyed a special relationship with the locals and the club's Irish-American owners. 2011-08-31 16:18:51.458294 2011-09-08 15:54:41.781139 courses \N Ireland Golf at Waterville Golf Links, Ireland | Your Golf Tours The humps and hollows, the dunes and the stunning shoreline are the foundations of the golf course at Waterville, which for many is the finest seaside course in Southern Ireland, and is an absolutely essential part of any high quality golf tour around Killarney and County Kerry.
131 Praia D'El Rey praia-del-rey #Praia D'El Rey\r\n\r\nPraia D'El Rey ranks highly among the elite of golf in Portugal, and is a unique layout that combines elements of parkland and links styles with dramatic effect. The coastal setting creates some magical moments and outstanding views, helping to produce a truly astounding golfing experience.\r\n\r\nFrom our recommended base of the five-star Marriott hotel at the Praia d'El Rey Resort, the golf course is immediately accessible. The opening half of the golf course winds through the indigenous pines, but it is the closing stretch that most golfers will remember; the signature holes from 13 through 15 skirt the Atlantic coastline, with rugged dunes and bluffs serving as a spectacular backdrop.\r\n\r\nCabell Robinson, the American designer of the course at Praia d'El Rey, has mapped a layout that is frequently ranked within the top 10 courses you can play in Europe, and travelling the hour or so north from Lisbon to experience it is highly recommended. 2011-08-31 16:49:42.189983 2011-09-08 15:45:23.330762 courses \N Portugal Golf at Praia D'El Rey, Portugal | Your Golf Tours Praia D'El Rey ranks highly among the elite of golf in Portugal, and is a unique layout that combines elements of parkland and links styles with dramatic effect.
110 Ashburnham Golf Club ashburnham-golf-club #Ashburnham Golf Club\r\n\r\nAshburnham occupies an esteemed position in the history of Welsh golf, having been founded originally in 1894 and subsequently developed into one of the country's best established golfing venues.\r\n\r\nThere were only nine holes when Ashburnham was unveiled, but subsequent years, and the expertise of J.H. Taylor, James Braid and Ken Cotton, resulted a further nine that transformed the layout into a fine test that has hosted numerous prestigious national championships.\r\n\r\nIn keeping with its irresistable coastal location, the golf course at Ashburnham is complete with the classic links characteristics like deep-faced, revetted bunkers, tall fescue rough and sand dunes. Expect beautiful scenery, a warm welcome, and a dose of golf as it should be. 2011-08-31 16:24:12.284675 2011-09-09 15:14:27.5903 courses 51.876491,-2.219238 8 Wales Golf at Ashburnham Golf Club, Wales | Your Golf Tours Ashburnham occupies an esteemed position in the history of Welsh golf, having been founded originally in 1894 and subsequently developed into one of the country's best established golfing venues.
112 Pyle & Kenfig pyle-kenfig #Pyle & Kenfig\r\n\r\nKnown affectionately as P & K by locals and fans alike, Pyle & Kenfig is a coastal gem that ranks highly on the list of the most enjoyable in Wales.\r\n\r\nClassic seaside turf and towering dunes form the bedrock of this Welsh classic, which joins Royal Porthcawl and other regional delights to form outstanding Welsh golf tour experiences.\r\n\r\nThe foundation of the splendid course was a nine-hole layout devised by the great Harry S. Colt, with the second half subsequently added by Mackenzie Ross, and the result is an astonishing test of links golf.\r\n\r\nGroups of visitors will enjoy a warm welcome then the chance to tackle a par-71 stretch that tips the scales at 6,728 yards, plenty long enough for a good test, and when the wind blows, expect a severe examination. 2011-08-31 16:30:13.934964 2011-09-08 15:46:15.495571 courses \N Wales Golf at Pyle & Kenfig, Wales | Your Golf Tours Classic seaside turf and towering dunes form the bedrock of this Welsh classic, which joins Royal Porthcawl and other regional delights to form outstanding Welsh golf tour experiences.
111 Machynys Peninsula Golf & Country Club machynys-peninsula-golf-country-club #Machynys Peninsula Golf & Country Club\r\n\r\nThe phenomenal Machynys is a Signature Jack Nicklaus Design, the only of its kind in Wales. Follow in the Golden Bear's impressive footsteps and include Machynys in your Welsh golfing odyssey.\r\n\r\nMachynys serves as a splendid complement to iconic links of South Wales, home to a remarkable contemporary layout that has matured beautifully in the past decade. Overlooking Carmarthen Bay, there are few more spectacular places to enjoy a round of championship golf.\r\n\r\nNicklaus's stadium course has already attracted considerable attention, and has hosted events including the European Ladies Tour, and at 7,100 yards, it has all the luscle required to test the best. Expect country club style service and a discernible American accent at Machynys.\r\n\r\nCombine Machynys with the likes of Royal Porthcawl, Pennard and Pyke & Kenfig, while Swansea is within easy reach of The Celtic Manor Resort, host of The 2010 Ryder Cup. 2011-08-31 16:29:47.948996 2011-09-08 15:39:29.289356 courses \N Scotland Golf at Machynys Peninsula Golf & Country Club, South Wales | Your Golf Tours Machynys serves as a splendid complement to iconic links of South Wales, home to a remarkable contemporary layout that has matured beautifully in the past decade. Overlooking Carmarthen Bay, there are few more spectacular places to enjoy a round of championship golf.
113 Pennard Golf Club pennard-golf-club #Pennard Golf Club\r\n\r\nPennard is an iconic name in Welsh golf, where the course offers a unique experience and truly sublime views of the coastline. This awesome links is a must for any golf tour on the South Wales shore.\r\n\r\nThough just a few miles from Swansea, where most golf groups choose to base a portion of their trip, Pennard is a coastal idyll that feels isolated. Rugged and charming, the course is at times quirky but always entertaining.\r\n\r\nThe clifftop views will live long in the memory, a sure highlight of the charming Pennard, which was conceived by the great James Braid - with help from C.K. Cotton - and the joys of this coastal classic are worth the journey alone. 2011-08-31 16:30:43.704785 2011-09-08 15:44:43.101908 courses \N Wales Golf at Pennard Golf Club, South Wales | Your Golf Tours Pennard is an iconic name in Welsh golf, where the course offers a unique experience and truly sublime views of the coastline. This awesome links is a must for any golf tour on the South Wales shore.
118 Marbella Golf & Country Club marbella-golf-country-club #Marbella Golf & Country Club\r\n\r\nRobert Trent Jones Senior, the golfing legend, left his footsteps all along Spain's Costa del Sol courtesy of a collection of fantastic courses, led by Valderrama, but Marbella Golf & Country Club may be the one RTJ layout that flies under the radar in the region. As you would expect, it is a genuine test of golf and is conveniently located close to Marbella itself.\r\n\r\nThough not the longest of championship courses, Marbella Golf & Country Club exudes the classic subtle style of its creator, demanding that visiting golfers take care to plot their path between countless hazards, and the difficulties created by the natural terrain.\r\n\r\nSmall greens and testing slopes are characteristic around a course where you really have to approach with a clear strategy. This RTJ gem comes highly recommended for any group enjoying a golf tour in Southern Spain, and is particulalry convenient whilst staying in nearby Marbella. 2011-08-31 16:35:11.153415 2011-09-08 15:39:42.605397 courses \N Spain Golf at Marbella Golf & Country Club, Spain | Your Golf Tours Though not the longest of championship courses, Marbella Golf & Country Club exudes the classic subtle style of its creator, demanding that visiting golfers take care to plot their path between countless hazards, and the difficulties created by the natural terrain.
121 Valderrama valderrama #Valderrama\r\n\r\nValderrama is a course that needs no introduction. The former Ryder Cup venue and regular on the European Tour circuit is rightfully ranked at the top of many lists of the best course in Europe, where the esteemed Robert Trent Jones Senior helped carve out a unique, challenging and visually stunning layout.\r\n\r\nAs golfing experiences go, Valderrama is up there with the best; the club is very private, but extends a limited number of tee times to visitors, and if you are fortunate enough the bag one, you will be admitted to the understated clubhouse and terrace before embarking on a special round of golf.\r\n\r\nWith the limbs of the knarled cork trees overhanging the fairways, Valderrama is narrow, and its immaculate greens are scuplted with sweeping slopes that make accessing flags treacherous at times. Winding through the trees and past the stunning white sand bunkers, which were completely overhauled by RTJ in the late '80s, you cannot help but appreciate the history and atmosphere surrounding the club.\r\n\r\nValderrama is located around halfway up the Sotogrande estate, so we advise that you spend a few days of your golf tour in Spain based at the NH Almenara Hotel, which is just minutes away, and sample some of the finest of European golf. 2011-08-31 16:39:35.159577 2011-09-08 15:54:22.010669 courses \N Spain Golf at Valderrama, Spain | Your Golf Tours This former Ryder Cup venue and regular on the European Tour circuit is rightfully ranked at the top of many lists of the best course in Europe, where the esteemed Robert Trent Jones Senior helped carve out a unique, challenging and visually stunning layout.
151 Marcliffe at Pitfodels marcliffe-at-pitfodels #Marcliffe at Pitfodels\r\n\r\nThe Marcliffe at Pitfodels is a privately owned 5 star hotel set in private grounds on the western side of Aberdeen. Only 3 miles from the city centre it is the ideal base to play the best courses in the Aberdeen area.\r\n\r\nRoyal Aberdeen Golf Club and Murcar Golf Club are only a few minutes away and the rugged links of Cruden Bay Golf Club is only 45 minutes away. The owners are avid golfers and as soon as you enter the hotel you will appreciate the warm décor and relaxed atmosphere.\r\n\r\nThe Balgownie Links at Royal Aberdeen Golf Club has hosted many championships over the years most recently the Senior British Open Championship in 2005. The 3 featured courses are an excellent addition to any Scottish Golf Tour. 2011-09-01 16:51:46.585014 2011-09-08 16:00:30.075636 hotels \N Scotland Marcliffe at Pitfodels, Aberdeen, Scotland | Your Golf Tours The Marcliffe at Pitfodels is a privately owned 5 star hotel set in private grounds on the western side of Aberdeen. Only 3 miles from the city centre it is the ideal base to play the best courses in the Aberdeen area.
14 South West England south-west-england # South West England\r\n\r\nThe South-West of England has long been a popular holiday destination thanks to its fantastic summer climate, stunning countryside and picturesque coastlines all of which have been incorporated in the creation of some of the finest golf courses in the UK. \r\n\r\n<div class='image'>\r\n<img src='/images/content/burnham-and-berrow.jpg' alt="Burnham and Berrow" />\r\nBurnham and Berrow\r\n</div>\r\n\r\nA golf tour of South-West England will be a whirlwind tour of some of the very links golf on offer in Europe. Well known links classics like Saunton, St Enodoc and England’s oldest golf course, Royal North Devon, are ably supported by lesser known beauties including Trevose, Perranporth and Burnham & Berrow; all of which are sure to provide the golfer with an endless series of challenges and unbridled enjoyment of golf in its purest form.\r\n\r\n<div class='image'>\r\n<img src='/images/content/saunton.jpg' alt="Saunton Golf Club" />\r\nSaunton Golf Club\r\n</div>\r\n\r\nAs if the stunning array of links golf on offer in this region of the country wasn’t enough the South West tour also offers golfers the chance to sample the delights on offer at the luxurious St Mellion International Resort which include a breathtaking Jack Nicklaus designed golf course. \r\n\r\n<div class='image'>\r\n<img src='/images/content/trevose.jpg' alt="Trevose" />\r\nTrevose\r\n</div>\r\n\r\nFollowing a recent development programme St Mellion offers golfers the complete package. Stylish and comfortable accommodation is supplemented by world class food and a lavish spa where golfer can go to recover from any aches and pains they may have picked up while battling the links courses of the region. \r\n\r\n<div class='image'>\r\n<img src='/images/content/st-mellion-14th.jpg' alt="St Mellion" />\r\nSt Mellion\r\n</div>\r\n\r\n\r\n 2011-08-30 16:24:15.689666 2011-09-07 17:06:03.75633 tours 50.937662,-2.49939 8 England South West England Golf Tours - Royal North Devon| Your Golf Tours \N
124 San Lorenzo san-lorenzo #San Lorenzo\r\n\r\nWinding its way around the Ria Formosa, San Lorenzo is a truly unique golfing experience, and the well matured layout, opened for play in 1988, is rightly regarded as one of the premier courses in Europe. Visiting the Algarve for a golf tour? Be sure to include San Lorenzo in your plans, you will not be disappointed.\r\n\r\nAmerican architext Joseph Lee was the man chosen to transform the extraordinary parcel of land around the natural reserve on the Algarve's stunning coastline, and he succeeded in crafting a course that has been celebrated internationally, and hosted countless high profile professional events.\r\n\r\nAt times the layout is extremely tight, and the stretch from the third round to the eighth at San Lorenzo can account for a fair few golf balls, with water strung along the right side, but even if you are not on your game, the views are truly spectacular.\r\n\r\nThe best way to experience San Lorenzo is to stay at the Dona Filipa Hotel, which owns the course; the hotel is in the Vale do Lobo estate, some 10 minutes along the coast, and extends San Lorenzo tee times to its residents. 2011-08-31 16:41:12.652353 2011-09-08 15:50:06.962482 courses \N Portugal Golf at San Lorenzo, Portugal | Your Golf Tours Winding its way around the Ria Formosa, San Lorenzo is a truly unique golfing experience, and the well matured layout, opened for play in 1988, is rightly regarded as one of the premier courses in Europe.
1 Ultimate Scotland Golf Tour scotlands-finest-tour # Scotland's Finest Tour\r\n\r\nFor any die hard golf fan a golf tour of Scotland is an absolute must. Scotland is the birthplace of the 18 hole format we play today and as such some of the finest and most traditional golf courses in the world have been created using the stunning terrain that Scotland is so famous for. With so many famous names and a stunning array of hidden gems, it is easy to see why golfers from all over the world make the pilgrimage to the home of golf. \r\n\r\nScotland is most famous for its stunning array of world class links courses but it certainly has more to offer. Perthshire classics like Gleneagles and hidden gems like Gullane are all on the menu and on Scotland’s Finest Tour you will experience it all. \r\n\r\nYou will visit and play at historic Open Championship venues like Carnoustie, Royal Troon and Turnberry; embark on a journey into Perthshire to sample the delights at Gleneagles and also be entered for the ballot on the world’s most famous golf course, The Old Course at St Andrews. Golfers on Scotland’s finest golf tour will also get a crack at Kingsbarns which is one of the very best new golf courses in Europe. \r\n\r\nNot only will Scotland's Finest Tour see you visiting some of the best and most historic golf courses in the world, you will also be staying in the very best accommodation Scotland has to offer. The Turnberry Resort and the Old Course Hotel are both top class establishments that enjoy enviable locations nearby courses and sights so important to the game of golf while the Gleneagles Hotel is without doubt one of the finest, not just in the UK, but in the world. 2011-08-23 09:50:10.378714 2011-09-13 09:31:19.559005 tours 55.946124,-2.488403 8 Scotland Scottish Golf Tours - St Andrews, Turnberry, Troon | Your Golf Tours \N
207 Tenby Golf Course tenby-golf-course Include Tenby in your golf tour itinerary and you will experience the oldest golf club in Wales, where the setting is truly spectacular and the golf unforgettable. Though it is not long by modern standards, Tenby is packed with character, endearing it to countless lovers of seaside golf.\r\n\r\nGaze out over Tenby Harbour and Caldey Island and enjoy the undeniable beauty of the Pembrokeshire countryside. The golf course at Tenby is the perfect complement, complete with potentially ruinous pot bunkers, small, bouncy greens and ridged fairways that make positioning vital.\r\n\r\nThe spectacular - and at times quirky - course was crafted by James Braid, the Scotsman whose fingerprints are visible throughout the UK courtesy of an extensive collection of superb courses, and Tenby is among his most unique. 2011-09-13 11:17:40.750894 2011-09-13 11:17:57.174876 courses \N Wales Tenby Golf Course, Pembrokeshire - YourGolfTours.com Gaze out over Tenby Harbour and Caldey Island and enjoy the undeniable beauty of the Pembrokeshire countryside. The golf course at Tenby is the perfect complement, complete with potentially ruinous pot bunkers, small, bouncy greens and ridged fairways that make positioning vital.
177 The Fitzwilliam Hotel the-fitzwilliam-hotel #The Fitzwilliam Hotel\r\n\r\nThe Fitzwilliam is our top recommendation for accommodation in the centre of Dublin for a number of reasons. First and foremost it offers outstanding accommodation and levels of service, and its St Stephen's Green location means that the city's top attractions and most popular evening areas are within easy reach. It helps also that Dublin is surrounded by top class courses like Portmarnock, The Island and The European Club, to name but a few.\r\n\r\nThe recent refitting of the hotel, under the stewardship of Sir Terence Conran, a leading name in UK design, is behind the stunning style of the rooms and public areas in the Fitzwilliam. Bold colours are offset by clean, contemporary lines to form a modern environment that is also supremely comfortable.\r\n\r\nEnjoy deluxe amenities in room such as 28-inch flat screens, complimentary internet access and splendid bathrooms, while the hotel places a great emphasis on dining; the onsite Thornton's Restaurant has been honoured with star from Michelin - be sure you don't miss out on sampling the amazing flavours. 2011-09-02 15:44:46.751202 2011-09-07 17:08:29.181875 hotels \N Ireland The Fitzwilliam Hotel, Dublin, Ireland | Your Golf Tours
34 Kittocks Course, Fairmont St Andrews kittocks-course-fairmont-st-andrews #Kittocks Course, Fairmont St Andrews\r\n\r\nBruce Devlin`s experience and expertise have provided the Kittocks Course with its innovative and exciting character, and this has helped the Kittocks become a fan favourite for St Andrews golf.\r\n \r\nIt is a truly magnificent 72par, 7,049 yard championship course that sweeps its way along the rugged seaside landscape. This as yet, undiscovered gem begins by innocently easing the golfer into a false sense of security, offering wide, well manicured fairways that wind around man-made water features and risky bunkers, teasing the golfer with a mix of par fours and fives.\r\n\r\nKnown as the Devlin at its opening, in recognition of its original designer, the Kittocks was renamed as such recently, a nod to the extensive renovation work completed on the layout. The Kittocks in fact borrowed a few holes from the neighbouring Torrance Course, and the quality of the routing and the overall experience have been vastly improved.\r\n\r\nBe sure to enjoy playing the Kittocks or Torrance if you base your St Andrews golf tour at the Fairmont Resort, from which you can easily discover the town's other famous delights like the Old Course and Kingsbarns. 2011-08-31 14:26:42.656044 2011-09-08 15:37:20.197027 courses \N Scotland Golf at Fairmont St Andrews, Kittocks Course | Your Golf Tours Bruce Devlin`s experience and expertise have provided the Kittocks Course with its innovative and exciting character, and this has helped the Kittocks become a fan favourite for St Andrews golf.
152 Inchmarlo Resort inchmarlo-resort # Inchmarlo Resort\r\n\r\nInchmarlo is a comprehensive golf and accommodation complex located some 30 minutes inland from Aberdeen, and is a popular inclusion in many golf tour itineraries taking in the likes of Royal Aberdeen, Cruden Bay and Murcar, as well as courses further north in the Scottish Highlands.\r\n\r\nThe resort is in fact an excellent golfing destination in its own right, and guests are more than welcome to add a round on the terrific onsite Laird's Course to their stay at Inchmarlo.\r\n\r\nA collection of superbly appointed two and three bedroom units comprise the accommodation at Inchmarlo, ideal for smll groups. Easy access to the golf around Aberdeen is a huge attraction - Royal Aberdeen is a genuine world class layout, while the quirky Cruden Bay is a unique experience.\r\n\r\nBe sure to sample the delights of the Inchmarlo Restaurant during your stay, which makes excellent use of the finest Royal Deeside produce to create an enticing menu. 2011-09-01 16:52:09.842513 2011-09-13 08:17:22.918257 hotels \N Scotland Inchmarlo Resort, Aberdeen, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Inchmarlo is a comprehensive golf and accommodation complex located some 30 minutes inland from Aberdeen, and is a popular inclusion in many golf tour itineraries taking in the likes of Royal Aberdeen, Cruden Bay and Murcar, as well as courses further north in the Scottish Highlands.
132 Quinta do Peru Golf & Country Club quinta-do-peru-golf-country-club #Quinta do Peru Golf & Country Club\r\n\r\nQuinta do Peru may not be the best known of the golf courses in Portugal, but it is a high quality new development that has garnered considerable acclaim in its short years, and has hosted a number of prestigious events including the professionals of the Ladies European Tour.\r\n\r\nSet against the backdrop of the Arrabida Mountains, Quinta do Peru is a charming place to enjoy a round of golf. The superbly manicured fairways lead to lush greens, set in stunning contrast to the pure white sand of the bunkers.\r\n\r\nQuinta do Peru was recently named as one of the ten best golf courses in Portugal, and while it may not carry the heavyweight name of some of its competitors, it is well worth exploring. The estate is located to the South of Lisbon, on route to the likes of Sesimbra and Setubal, so we recommend it as a stop off while you head for the coastline and courses such as Troia. 2011-08-31 16:50:28.078937 2011-09-08 15:46:43.192199 courses \N Portugal Golf at Quinta do Peru Golf, Portugal | Your Golf Tours Quinta do Peru may not be the best known of the golf courses in Portugal, but it is a high quality new development that has garnered considerable acclaim in its short years, and has hosted a number of prestigious events including the professionals of the Ladies European Tour.
133 Troia troia #Troia\r\n\r\nTroia Golf Course, located on the tip of the Troia Peninsula, is a spectacular and hugely impressive destination that has grabbed the spotlight in recently following recent upgrades; it is now ranked by many astute commentators in the top five in Portugal and as one of the 50 best courses in Europe.\r\n\r\nThe man behind the success of Troia is Robert Trent Jones Jnr, a legend in the world of golf, and Troia is arguably one of his finest acheivements. It takes a bit of effort to get to Troia, but it is well worthwhile and will be a certain highlight of any golf tour around the Lisbon area.\r\n\r\nThe Portuguese Open and European Amateur Championships are among the high profile events to head for Troia, and that list is set to expand. To reach Troia, golfers will enjoy the short ferry from the port of Setubal across to the Troia Peninsula; the views are divine, and the golfing experience which awaits on the other side is one of the finest around. 2011-08-31 16:51:06.858795 2011-09-08 15:53:39.59036 courses \N Portugal Golf at Troia, Portugal | Your Golf Tours Troia Golf Course, located on the tip of the Troia Peninsula, is a spectacular and hugely impressive destination that has grabbed the spotlight in recently following recent upgrades
130 Oitavos Dunes oitavos-dunes #Oitavos Dunes \r\n\r\nOitavos Dunes has made waves since it was unveiled in 2001, and is now consistently ranked in many respected guides to the world's top 100 courses, including that of Golf magazine.\r\n\r\nArthur Hills, the esteemed American course designer who has laid out numerous award-winning layouts on the other side of the Atlantic, has devised a real gem at Oitavos, where he was presented with a unique and special parcel of land to manipulate; the rugged dunes and the backdrop of the hills make Oitavos visually stunning, as well as being a true test of championship golf.\r\n\r\nOitavos is as close to links golf as you are likely to get in Portugal, and the course is exposed to the elements, which at times includes strong winds. A regular on the European Tour rota, Oitavos is something unique to be experienced, and with its convenient location next to the coastal resort town of Cascais, it is a seaside delight that we strongly recommend for any golfer considering an exploration of golf on the Lisbon coastline. 2011-08-31 16:48:59.688941 2011-09-08 15:44:17.347736 courses \N Portugal Golf at Oitavos Dunes, Portugal | Your Golf Tours Oitavos Dunes has made waves since it was unveiled in 2001, and is now consistently ranked in many respected guides to the world's top 100 courses, including that of Golf magazine.
163 Macdonald Rusacks Hotel macdonald-rusacks-hotel #Macdonald Rusacks Hotel\r\n\r\nThe Macdonald Rusacks Hotel enjoys a prestigious location overlooking the legendary 18th green of St Andrews' Old Course. Guests who have stayed here include, as you might expect, many of the golfing greats.\r\n\r\nThe panoramic views over the 18th green provide the perfect backdrop for the 2 AA rosette winning restaurant. Offering traditional Scottish and international cuisine with a contemporary twist.\r\n\r\nThe bedrooms are themed around some of the world’s top golfers, famous tournaments and infamous hazards like Hell’s Bunker and Valley of Sin. All have been refurbished to a high standard.\r\n\r\nRusacks is a well known Golf Hotel in St Andrews and has an excellent reputation for food in the town. 2011-09-02 15:34:48.099035 2011-09-08 16:00:20.90049 hotels \N Scotland MacDonald Rusacks Hotel, Scotland | Your Golf Tours The Macdonald Rusacks Hotel enjoys a prestigious location overlooking the legendary 18th green of St Andrews' Old Course. Guests who have stayed here include, as you might expect, many of the golfing greats.
26 Turnberry Golf Resort & Spa turnberry-golf-resort-spa #Turnberry Golf Resort & Spa\r\n\r\nOriginally opened in the glory days of the steam train as one of the great flagship hotels, (along with Gleneagles), this Edwardian building enjoys a unique setting.\r\n\r\nSet on a ridge it overlooks the golf courses, Turnberry Bay and beyond to the famous Ailsa Craig, the Isle of Arran and the Mull of Kintyre - the fantastic sunsets are included !! The hotel`s courses, the Ailsa & the Kintyre are on your doorstep.\r\n\r\nBoth courses were rescued after the WW2 from near extinction by Mackenzie Ross and the Ailsa has gone on to host the `Open` in `77 (Watson), `86 (Norman) and `94 (Price). Everyone remembers the `77 Open as the `Duel in the Sun` starring Tom Watson and Jack Nicklaus. The Kintyre course was formerly the Arran; (a favourite with the locals and tougher than the Ailsa?!), has recently been redesigned by the world famous Donald Steel. What has emerged is a fantastic compliment to the architect and to the Ailsa. We are sure it will go on to host many championships and become one of the worlds best in the future.\r\n\r\nWhat makes Turnberry that little bit special, apart from the golf, is the staffs intuitive understanding of the traditions of friendly hospitality and service. There are three choices of dining at Turnberry. The main hotel restaurant serves classic Scottish and French cuisine while the Terrace in Turnberry`s Spa has a lighter Mediterranean style menu.\r\n\r\nThe Tappie Toorie Grill in the golf clubhouse features wholesome dishes from an informal a la carte menu. All the restaurants share a bias towards fresh locally grown produce with seafood, game , fruit and vegetables delivered daily. True to his national roots Turnberry`s Chef will not accept meat hung for less than three weeks and needless to say it has to be Scottish! 2011-08-31 14:10:20.503106 2011-09-08 16:04:11.921764 hotels \N Scotland Turnberry Golf Resort & Spa, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Originally opened in the glory days of the steam train as one of the great flagship hotels, (along with Gleneagles), this Edwardian building enjoys a unique setting.
155 Apex Hotel Dundee apex-hotel-dundee #Apex Hotel Dundee\r\n\r\nSuperbly situated in the heart of the new City Quay development, with stunning views of the Quay, the Tay River & Bridge, the Apex Hotel in Dundee lies in a prime location for city shopping, all major attractions, businesses and nightlife.\r\n\r\nContemporary, chic, stylish. Four zone bedrooms - lounging, sleeping, working, bathing. Each room offers Wide-screen TVs, DVD / CD players and cool bathrooms with wonderful walk-in power showers separate from the bath.\r\n\r\nThe Metro Restaurant has some of Scotland’s most impressive and best cuisine - Hotel Review Scotland, August 2003. 2011-09-01 16:53:34.609002 2011-09-08 15:54:56.046295 hotels \N Scotland Apex Hotel Dundee, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Superbly situated in the heart of the new City Quay development, with stunning views of the Quay, the Tay River & Bridge, the Apex Hotel in Dundee lies in a prime location for city shopping, all major attractions, businesses and nightlife.
138 Gleneagles gleneagles #Gleneagles\r\n\r\nWhen we talk about Gleneagles golf we are mainly making reference to the 3 Championship courses at The Gleneagles Hotel, The Kings, Queens and the PGA Centenary course which is set to host the 2014 Ryder Cup matches.\r\n\r\nThe 5 star hotel is world renowned with a plethora of facilities and services to choose from. The golf speaks for itself; 54 holes of exquisite golf with each course as good as the other 2. More recent developments in the hotel mean that The Gleneagles Hotel now has one of the best equipped Spas in the country.\r\n\r\nThe countryside around Gleneagles is absolutely stunning and of course, you won't have to travel far to visit a local distillery. For golf in Scotland Gleneagles ideally located, within 1 hour of Glasgow, Edinburgh and St Andrews making it a perfect place to set up base for an extended period. 2011-09-01 16:45:48.720883 2011-09-06 15:40:46.067942 regions \N Scotland Golf in Gleneagles | Your Golf Tours \N
136 Highlands, Dornoch & Nairn highlands-dornoch-nairn #Highlands, Dornoch & Nairn\r\n\r\nRoyal Dornoch Golf Club is the main course in the Scottish Highlands. In 1981 Tom Watson, after winning the third of 5 Opens, travelled to Royal Dornoch to play 18 holes; he ended up playing 3 rounds and said that it was "the most fun I've ever had on a golf course". He is now an honorary member of the club.\r\n\r\nThe first three golf links golf courses in Scotland of which there is written record are: 1552, St Andrews; 1593, Leith; 1616, Dornoch. It was in 1877 that the Dornoch Golf Club was founded as the successor of the Sutherland Golfing Society whose members played at Dornoch and Golspie. The superb Carnegie Shield was presented to the club by Mr and Mrs. Andrew Carnegie in 1901 for annual competition, and the link with the United States was forged more closely when they opened a new clubhouse in 1909.\r\n\r\nOther Local golf courses include Lossiemouth, Golspie, Brora, Boat of Garten, Tain and Nairn. For quality Scottish golf courses one need look no further than the area surrounding Dornoch which is magical. The drive from Glasgow or Edinburgh is about 4 hours, but one can stop after about 3 hours to play the new Spey Valley golf course, designed by Dave Thomas.\r\n\r\nThe Royal Dornoch Golf Hotel is located on the first hole of the championship course at Dornoch and has recently been refurbished to offer superior accommodation.\r\n\r\nInverness, being the capital of the Highlands, has become an attractive place to stay in recent years with travelling time to all the courses in the area under an hour.\r\n\r\nThe completion in 2009 of the glorious championship course at Castle Stuart has transformed the face of golf in the Scottish Highlands; the layout is a true international star, and ranks up there with any links course in Scotland. Book up your itinerary now and experience it for yourself. 2011-09-01 16:45:02.771914 2011-09-06 15:41:47.604981 regions \N Scotland Golf in The Highlands, Dornoch, Nairn, Castle Stuart | Your Golf Tours \N
141 Southport southport #Southport\r\n\r\nSouthport lies at the heart of what is informally called 'England's Golf Coast', referring to the fact that this corner of North West England and its Lancashire shoreline is absolutely packed with golf of the highest order. These include household names, British Open venues and some hidden gems that await your discovery.\r\n\r\nYour golf tour in England can be a chance to tackle the region's three Open Championship golf courses; within easy reach of Southport, which we recommend as a base, are the Royal trio of Birkdale, Lytham and Liverpool. All three are top quality layouts and prestigious clubs, but access for visitors is generally excellent.\r\n\r\nBack these up by exploring the likes of Southport & Ainsdale and Hillside, which may not carry the Royal adornment but are superb links courses. The huge bonus of the area is that all the courses are packed into an extremely small radius, cutting down driving time.\r\n\r\nSouthport itself is a traditional English seaside resort town, and its focal point, Lord Street, has plenty of bars and restaurants. Access to Southport is easy from the airports at Liverpool and Manchester. 2011-09-01 16:47:24.035957 2011-09-07 16:34:07.966282 regions \N England British Open Golf venues – Birkdale, Royal Liverpool| Your Golf Tours \N
142 London & Kent london-kent #London & Kent\r\n\r\nAlways wanted to visit London? Then why not take the opportunity to bolt on some top quality golf in and around the city with our specially tailored London and Kent golf tours, which provide a fascinating blend of links and parkland golf.\r\n\r\nThe capital city is a phenomenal tourist experience, but it may not instantly be associated with golf travel. However, around London's fringes is a colleciton of fantastic resorts and golf clubs which are happy to welcome the intrepid golf traveller. One of our recommended bases is the Foxhills Club and Resort, a luxury country club style complex which is within 30 minutes of London by train. What's more, it has two excellent onsite courses, with more in the local area.\r\n\r\nA golf tour in England would be incomplete without a taste of genuine links golf, and from London the best direction to head is Kent. Kent, known as the 'Garden of England', is a naturally beautiful county with much to offer the golfer.\r\n\r\nOur top picks are centred around Royal St George's, the 2011 Open host which is amongst the world's very best. Located nearby are other coastal links gems like Royal Cinque Ports and Prince's, both of which are absolutely superb. 2011-09-01 16:47:45.45948 2011-09-13 14:03:26.642148 regions \N Scotland \N
153 Udny Arms Hotel udny-arms-hotel #Udny Arms Hotel\r\n\r\nThe charming, family run Udny Arms Hotel is ideally tailored to receiving golfing groups, with a convenient location close to Aberdeen, and as such, it brings a host of outstanding courses within easy reach - think Royal Aberdeen, Cruden Bay and Murcar, all the ingredients required for an outstanding golf tour in Scotland.\r\n\r\nThe laid back atmosphere and excellent dining at the Udny Arms help to make is hugely popular with golfers, and the hotel oozes character and charm. Period and bespoke features adorn the rooms, of which there are 26, ensuring an intimate feel and personal attention for the duration of your stay.\r\n\r\nFor golfing accommodation, the Udny Arms is among our top rates, and dining is very much part of the experience; the Forvie Room is the starting point for superb regional cuisine such as line caught salmon from Royal Deeside, while the Udny Arms lays claim to being the birthplace of sticky toffee pudding, the famously indulgent desert that could only originate in Scotland. 2011-09-01 16:52:29.866392 2011-09-08 16:04:20.616537 hotels \N Scotland Udny Arms Hotel, Aberdeen, Scotland | Your Golf Tours The charming, family run Udny Arms Hotel is ideally tailored to receiving golfing groups, with a convenient location close to Aberdeen, and as such, it brings a host of outstanding courses within easy reach
9 South West & Killarney south-west-killarney # South West & Killarney\r\n\r\nKillarney and the South west of Ireland boast some of the most awe inspiring countryside on offer on Europe today. Rugged coastlines, towering peaks, ancient forests and tranquil lakes have all been incorporated in the creation of some of the finest golf courses in Europe. \r\n\r\nThe Doonbeg Lodge is the first port of call on this golf tour and its views over the Atlantic and the sheer quality of the facilities mirror the quality of the Greg Norman designed golf course that waits just on the doorstep. On top of the stunning course at Doonbeg golfers will also visit and play both of the courses at Ballybunion, of which the old, is considered to be one of the finest links tests in the whole world.\r\n\r\nAfter sampling yet more world class links golf at Tralee golfers will head to the stunning Lake Hotel Killarney which boasts one of the most breathtaking settings of any hotel in Ireland. Killarney is the perfect place to mix golf with outdoor pursuits including fishing and horse riding while the lavish Spa Sensations complex offers guests the chance to unwind following a strenuous day on the golf course. 2011-08-30 16:10:20.115598 2011-09-13 09:45:21.84897 tours 52.442618,-7.426758 8 Ireland South West Ireland & Killarney Golf Tours | Your Golf Tours \N
140 Troon & Turnberry troon-turnberry #Troon & Turnberry\r\n\r\nAyrshire is the home of the 'Bard' Robert Burns, and the home of Golf? Although there would be some raised eyebrows to the latter, especially those from St Andrews, Ayrshire boasts a rich tapestry of historic and classic golf.\r\n\r\nThanks to the warm water currents of the gulf stream that pass close to the coast Ayrshire enjoys a 'micro' climate of mild winters and warm summers - ideal for golf !\r\n\r\nAyr is a bustling town and the historic centre. To the south, near the town of Girvan, lies the world famous Turnberry Resort which has hosted the 'Open' a number of times - '77 is the one everyone remembers as the 'Duel in the Sun' starring Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson. A couple of miles to the north is Prestwick which 'Old' Tom Morris and his contemporaries would be familiar with. Old Prestwick was the original venue of the 'Open' in the early years. A few miles further north is the town of Troon which probably needs no introduction - Royal Troon is another regular 'Open' venue and where Colin Montgomerie grew up and learnt his trade.\r\n\r\nThe above are just some of the 'headline' courses but what makes this area such a golfers mecca are the 'classic' links courses like Western Gailes, Glasgow Gailes, Kilmarnock Barassie and Prestwick St Nicholas. Throw into the mix a couple of James Braid specials like the heathland / links mix of Irvine Bogside, the parkland splendour of Ayr Belleisle then top it off with a sprinkling of local upscale public / private courses such as Lochgreen, Darley, Portland and Brunston Castle and you'll begin to see why Ayrshire folk have a passion for the game.\r\n\r\nAnd if you can find the time don`t miss out on a visit to:\r\n\r\nCulzean Castle where 'Ike' has his secret headquarters during WW2\r\nThe 'Electric Brae' where golf balls run up hill?!!\r\nThe Tam O'Shanter bar where 'Rabbie' did his drinking\r\n'Rabbie's' Cottage and Museum in Alloway\r\nGlasgow (40 mins) to get a taste of Scotlands 'other' capital city! 2011-09-01 16:46:53.811004 2011-09-06 15:47:43.292698 regions \N Scotland Golf in Turnberry & St Andrew's – Old Course | Your Golf Tours \N
145 County Down & Portrush county-down-portrush #County Down & Portrush\r\n\r\nNorthern Ireland is home to golf courses of international acclaim and enormous historical importance. Not only is this home to the only course outside Scotland and England to have hosted the Open Championship, it is a region that extends terrific hospitality to anyone that wants to visit to explore the fantastic golfing landscape.\r\n\r\nThe rugged coastline around Northern Ireland and further West into the northernmost territories of Southern Ireland are seemingly heaven-sent for golf; sandy turf and the natural humps, hollows and creases that make links golf so special abound.\r\n\r\nWe have set packages that are extremely popular or you can have a bespoke golf tour that meets your requirements. Whichever route you take, we recommend a few small and welcoming hotels that are ideally suited to golfers needs, and will leave you feeling rested and ready to tackle the best of the region's golf.\r\n\r\nAnd what golf it is; at the head of the queue are Royal Portrush and Royal County Down, the latter of which regularly dukes it out with New Jersey's Pine Valley for the honour of being ranked the world's number one course. 2011-09-01 16:48:57.734777 2011-09-07 16:34:24.786153 regions \N Ireland Golf in County Down & Royal Portrush | Your Golf Tours \N
13 London & Kent london-kent # London & Kent\r\n\r\nThe South East of England is a golfing goldmine with classic links layouts on the Kent coastline and stunning parkland delights dotted around the English capital all waiting to be sampled by golfers from far and wide. \r\n\r\nThe London and Kent golf tour takes you to the Foxhills Club & Resort where golfers will experience the delight of the two stunning courses and outstanding luxury accommodation on offer. Before heading east to the charming town of Sandwich, golfers will play the outstanding Harry S. Colt designed St George’s Hill and the world famous Sunningdale, which is widely considered to be one of the very best golf courses in England. \r\n\r\nAfter playing some of the best courses in and around London golfers will make the short trip to Kent to experience the best links golf England has to offer. Princes and Royal Cinque Ports are two of the finest courses in the land and have drawn praise from some of the biggest names in the game including the likes of Henry Cotton and Gene Sarazen. Not only are these classic links layouts highly thought of by the game’s greats, they are also right next door to the world famous Royal St George’s which played host to the 2011 Open Championship. What better way to sign off on a golf tour of London and Kent than on an established Open rota venue? 2011-08-30 16:22:47.075481 2011-09-13 09:47:11.85226 tours 51.460852,1.768799 8 England Golf in London & Kent - Royal St Georges, Foxhills | Your Golf Tours \N
147 Wales & The Celtic Manor wales-the-celtic-manor #Wales & The Celtic Manor\r\n\r\nThe award of the 2010 Ryder Cup has swung the golfing spotlight around on South Wales, a region that prior to now held few cards on the iternational stage and did not appear immediately attractive for your typical golf traveller. How times have changed - The Celtic Manor Resort, backed up by some outstanding regional links golf, has Wales on every tongue, and you should give it serious consideration for your next golf tour in the UK.\r\n\r\nWe believe that The Celtic Manor Resort, arguably the most comprehensive golf resort in the UK, should be the focal point for most golf tours in South Wales; the resort has outstanding five star accommodation and matching facilities when it comes to dining and spa, and when it comes to golf, the monumental Twenty Ten Course is ably supported by the Roman Road and Montgomerie.\r\n\r\nAway from The 2010 Ryder Cup host, your South Wales golf tour can take in explorations of the likes of Pennard, Pyle & Kenfig and Royal Porthcawl, all of which are honest, traditional and outstanding links courses. You may not know many by name, but they are sure to live long in the memory. 2011-09-01 16:49:43.693885 2011-09-06 15:48:38.036613 regions \N Scotland Golf in Wales - Celtic Manor, Nefyn, Royal St Davids | Your Golf Tours \N
150 Lisbon, Portugal lisbon-portugal #Lisbon, Portugal\r\n\r\nLisbon is a relative newcomer to the scene in terms of high end golf travel, but it has made serious waves in recent years, picking up a clutch of awards in recognition of the first class courses, hospitality and accommodation providers in the region.\r\n\r\nThis has spurred us to put together some options allowing you to make Lisbon your next golf tour destination, and we think they are pretty attractive. What can you expect? Five star luxury from the outset, and the chance to explore a diverse golfing landscape where quality is the common denominator.\r\n\r\nFrom Lisbon, your journey will take you North, South and West, discovering the hugely varied landscapes up and down the coastline. The locals are extremely freindly, and you will find that English is widely spoken.\r\n\r\nIn the North, Praia D'El Rey is the star; from your base at the five-star Marriott resort you will have the chance to tackle a spectacular golf course that is half woodland and half links, and offers some of the best views of any course in Europe. Further South, highlights include the excellent Oitavos and the even more impressive Troia, a Trent Jones wonder perched on a gorgeous peninsula. 2011-09-01 16:51:05.804774 2011-09-13 10:02:22.289961 regions \N Scotland \N
156 Royal Golf Hotel royal-golf-hotel #Royal Golf Hotel\r\n\r\nSituated overlooking the 1st tee of the Championship Course at Royal Dornoch Golf Club, many of the 25 en-suite rooms, including the two luxury suites, have panoramic views across the course and the Dornoch coastline beyond.\r\n\r\nThe split-level Conservatory provides all day dining and is the ideal vantage point for watching the proceedings at the club. Whilst miles of sandy beach may invite you to enjoy long undisturbed walks, you may find it difficult to resist the temptation of settling down with your book in front of a real log fire in the Tom Morris bar.\r\n\r\nThe centre of Dornoch, a Royal Burgh since 1906, is just 200 yards from the hotel, and features the 13th century Cathedral. From the Royal Golf you should try and include a game at the nearby courses of Tain, Golspie or Brora not forgetting Nairn Golf Club, host to the 1999 Walker Cup, on your way South.\r\n\r\nThe famous industrialist and philanthropist, Andrew Carnegie moved to the area in the 19th century and stayed for the rest of his life. He once said, “If there is a heaven on earth, it is here”. 2011-09-01 16:54:34.031853 2011-09-08 16:02:08.044303 hotels \N Scotland Royal Golf Hotel, Inverness, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Situated overlooking the 1st tee of the Championship Course at Royal Dornoch Golf Club, many of the 25 en-suite rooms, including the two luxury suites, have panoramic views across the course and the Dornoch coastline beyond.
12 Southport & British Open southport-british-open # Southport & British Open \r\n\r\nNorth West England not only boasts great cities like Manchester, Leeds and Liverpool, it is also home to an outstanding collection of world class golf courses. The coast of West Lancashire is a golfer’s paradise thanks to countless Open Championship venues and a vast number of lesser known but equally impressive golfing gems. \r\n\r\nSouthport is surrounded by classic links courses including Royal Liverpool, Royal Lytham & St Anne’s and Royal Birkdale which is widely considered to be one of the finest golf courses anywhere in the world. All of these famous Open Championship venues are on the menu and the quality of these courses will be matched by the unsung heroes on the itinerary.\r\n\r\nHillside and Southport & Ainsdale are both breathtaking links layouts that share the same sandy turf and towering dunes as their more illustrious neighbours while Formby is one of the most interesting golf courses in the country. A links course by design, Formby is not situated directly adjacent to the coast and unlike other links courses it features towering pines that simply add to its mystique. \r\n\r\nThe golfing delights dotted around Southport can all be easily accessed from the stylish and sleek Vincent Hotel which is one of the finest and most sought after in the area. Perfect for the travelling golfer, The Vincent Hotel offers comfortable accommodation and a highly regarded bistro and bar that is the perfect place to discuss the day’s events from the one of the stunning surrounding golf courses. 2011-08-30 16:20:14.47227 2011-09-13 09:49:23.984674 tours 53.571307,-1.972046 9 England British Open Golf Tours - Birkdale, Royal Liverpool | Your Golf Tours \N
157 Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness kingsmills-hotel-inverness #Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness\r\n\r\nFormerly operated under the Marriott international brand, the Kingsmills Hotel is a popular option for accommodation in Inverness, and is ideal for golf tour parties sampling the outstanding collection of championship golf in the Scottish Highlands.\r\n\r\nThe hotel has a rich history, in fact dating back to the 18th century; notable past visitors include royalty, movie stars and even the poet Robert Burns, giving an insight into the unique surroundings of the Kingsmills.\r\n\r\nLocated close to the centre of Inverness, a cosmopolitan city which is the fastest growing in the UK, the Kingsmills is well placed for restaurants and bars, while the local golfing menu includes Royal Dornoch to the north and the incredible new Castle Stuart courses just moments along the coast. 2011-09-01 16:54:54.612326 2011-09-08 16:00:02.741004 hotels \N Scotland Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Formerly operated under the Marriott international brand, the Kingsmills Hotel is a popular option for accommodation in Inverness, and is ideal for golf tour parties sampling the outstanding collection of championship golf in the Scottish Highlands.
159 Claymore House Hotel claymore-house-hotel #Claymore House Hotel\r\n\r\nThe Claymore is located on Seabank Road in the golfing town of Nairn.\r\n\r\nVoted best small golfing hotel in Scotland in 2006 the hotel is well known for its excellent restaurant in the local area. Fresh local produce is used on a regular basis and the staff will always give you a warm welcome.\r\n\r\nThe hotel has been a favourite of golfers for years an is the ideal base for golfing in the highlands. 2011-09-01 16:55:36.811731 2011-09-08 15:58:10.645208 hotels \N Scotland Claymore House Hotel, Scotland | Your Golf Tours The Claymore is located on Seabank Road in the golfing town of Nairn. Voted best small golfing hotel in Scotland in 2006 the hotel is well known for its excellent restaurant in the local area.
158 Golf View Hotel golf-view-hotel #Golf View Hotel\r\n\r\nThe Golf View Hotel and Leisure Club is situated overlooking the Moray Firth with gardens leading down to the seashore. Many of the 42 bedrooms are sea-facing with traditional interiors that provide you an exceptionally comfortable place in which to stay.\r\n\r\nThe host hotel for the 1999 Walker Cup, the Golf View is only a short walk from Nairn Golf Club and an ideal base for golfing in the North of Scotland.\r\n\r\nAll rooms have private bathrooms incorporating bath and shower, a selection of toiletries and heated towel rails. Each room also has complementary refreshment tray, direct dial telephone, satellite TV and radio, trouser press, and hairdryer.\r\n\r\nYou can enjoy the fantastic sea views from the hotel's conservatory restaurant, where a wide variety of dishes are served throughout the day. Dinner is available nightly in the rosette-winning restaurant.\r\n\r\nWhether you want a dip in the 14-metre swimming pool, a relaxing session in the spa bath or a full workout in the gym you can enjoy free use of all the leisure facilities. 2011-09-01 16:55:15.712143 2011-09-08 15:59:40.71569 hotels \N Scotland Golf View Hotel, Scotland | Your Golf Tours The Golf View Hotel and Leisure Club is situated overlooking the Moray Firth with gardens leading down to the seashore. Many of the 42 bedrooms are sea-facing with traditional interiors that provide you an exceptionally comfortable place in which to stay.
167 Piersland House Hotel & Restaurant piersland-house-hotel-restaurant #Piersland House Hotel & Restaurant\r\n\r\nAs you arrive at Piersland, you will immediately recognise that the stunning setting and stylish architecture have remained unchanged since the 19th century, but the Hotel is far more than a remarkable building. It gives you an opportunity to relax and enjoy the first class service and surroundings.\r\n\r\nThe original Piersland Lodge was built as a private residence in 1899 by the renowned Scottish architect William Leiper, and the home for Sir Alexander Walker, grandson of Johnnie Walker, founder of the internationally famous Scotch whisky firm, Johnnie Walker.\r\n\r\nThe hotel has been sympathetically refurbished over the years in keeping with the building’s grace and quality with heavy window drapes, fine wallpapers and fabrics. And, keeping to the whisky theme, each bedroom is based on a malt whisky distillery or family.\r\n\r\nThe restaurant is excellent and has an great reputation in the South West of Scotland. Golfer friendly hotel and a great place to stop during a golf tour of Scotland.\r\n 2011-09-02 15:37:22.092347 2011-09-08 16:01:42.017852 hotels \N Scotland Piersland House Hotel & Restaurant, Scotland | Your Golf Tours As you arrive at Piersland, you will immediately recognise that the stunning setting and stylish architecture have remained unchanged since the 19th century, but the Hotel is far more than a remarkable building.
168 Ramada Ayr Hotel ramada-ayr-hotel #Ramada Ayr Hotel\r\n\r\nThis is a modern type hotel in the centre of Ayr that has the main shopping centre and all the local nightlife on its doorstep.\r\n\r\nMany of the hotel's rooms have views of Ayr Bay and beyond to the island of Arran - fantastic sunsets are included free of charge! The main benefit from choosing to stay here, apart from the location, are the extensive health club facilities. Private parking is available for guests.\r\n\r\nThe Ramada Jarvis is superbly positioned to offer easy access to the best of golf on Scotland's West coast; the Ayrshire shoreline is home for courses such as Turnberry, Royal Troon, Prestwick, Dundonald, Western Gailes and Glasgow Gailes. The reliable accommodation is popular for golfers looking to enjoy as much golf as possible during their tour in Scotland. 2011-09-02 15:37:45.457771 2011-09-08 16:01:59.726662 hotels \N Scotland Ramada Ayr Hotel, Ayr, Scotland | Your Golf Tours This is a modern type hotel in the centre of Ayr that has the main shopping centre and all the local nightlife on its doorstep.
169 Parkstone Hotel parkstone-hotel #Parkstone Hotel\r\n\r\nThe hotel is on Prestwick seafront, overlooking the Isle of Arran and the Firth of Clyde with traffic free promenade and the attractive sunken gardens ideal for a relaxing meal or drink.\r\n\r\nAlso it's only a short walk to the town centre with its restaurants, shops and pubs. The railway station is nearby with regular services to Glasgow City Centre. Travel time is approximately 40 minutes. By car to Edinburgh is one and a half hours and St Andrews is two hours.\r\n\r\nPrestwick International Airport, five minutes drive from the hotel offers connections to Dublin, Belfast, London, Paris, with attractively priced fares and ideal for a day's shopping and sightseeing. New Seacat ferry service to Northern Ireland now operates from Troon which is 15 minutes from the hotel. 2011-09-02 15:38:12.334365 2011-09-08 16:01:30.820383 hotels \N Scotland Parkstone Hotel, Prestwick, Scotland | Your Golf Tours The hotel is on Prestwick seafront, overlooking the Isle of Arran and the Firth of Clyde with traffic free promenade and the attractive sunken gardens ideal for a relaxing meal or drink.
165 The Vincent Hotel the-vincent-hotel #The Vincent Hotel\r\n\r\nThe newest hotel for golfers heading to Southport is The Vincent, a modern and extremely comfortable base that will ensure you have a convenient starting point from which to discover some of the very best links golf in the UK.\r\n\r\nSituated a short walk from Lord Street, where the majority of the action takes place in Southport, The Vincent is sleek and stylish, with a sought-after restaurant and lively evening atmosphere.\r\n\r\nThe style of the hotel is chic, with spacious rooms, many of which provide splendid views over the seaside resort town. Minimalist in style, the accommodation is perfectly suited for upscale travelling golfers, while the bar and bistro are ideal for a relaxing drink after a day's golf.\r\n\r\nThe local highlights include British Open rota regulars such as Royal Birkdale, Royal Liverpool and Royal Lytham, while it is also highly recommended that you discover less heralded gems like Hillside. 2011-09-02 15:35:49.08011 2011-09-08 16:03:56.770087 hotels \N England The Vincent Hotel, Southport, England | Your Golf Tours The newest hotel for golfers heading to Southport is The Vincent, a modern and extremely comfortable base that will ensure you have a convenient starting point from which to discover some of the very best links golf in the UK.
10 Ultimate Wales Tour ultimate-wales-tour # Ultimate Wales Tour\r\n\r\nWales' reputation as a top golfing destination has undoubtedly been on the rise in the last decade with the advent of some top quality tournament venues and the subsequent award of the 2010 Ryder Cup to the Celtic Manor. \r\n\r\nFrom the charming and luxurious Celtic Royal Hotel golfers will strike out to some of Wales’ top links courses including Royal Porthcawl, Pennard and Royal St. David’s which, since its inception in 1894, has earned its status as one of the top 100 golf courses in the world.\r\n\r\nAlthough these famous names are more than enough reason to make the trip to Wales, the Ultimate Wales golf tour will also take in some of the lesser known but equally impressive golf courses that are dotted along the stunning Welsh coastlines. Conwy, Machynys Peninsula, Aberdovey and Ashburnham are all remarkable links courses while Nefyn & District boasts one of the most breathtaking stretches of holes to be found anywhere in the world. \r\n\r\nThe Ultimate Wales Tour will also see you visiting some of the most important sites to Welsh golf history including Tenby which is the oldest golf courses in the country. On top of the substantial golfing riches on offer on the Welsh coast Wales also boasts Celtic Manor which is widely regarded as one of the finest golf resorts in the UK. \r\n\r\nPlaying the Twenty Ten Course, which was the first purpose built course for the Ryder Cup, is a wonderfully atmospheric experience and will no doubt be one of the highlights of the golf tour. 2011-08-30 16:11:36.381124 2011-09-13 09:58:17.589368 tours 52.629729,-0.098877 7 Wales Wales Golf Tours - Celtic Manor, Royal St David's - Your Golf Tours \N
174 Radisson BLU Hotel & Spa, Sligo radisson-blu-hotel-spa-sligo #Radisson BLU Hotel & Spa, Sligo\r\n\r\nThe Radisson BLU Hotel and Spa is superbly located for golf tour groups, as it is within 10km of the regional airport and just a short cab ride to the centre of Sligo itself.\r\n\r\nIn addition to enjoying luxurious accommodation and surroundings, the Radisson Hotel offers the added bonus of being at the centre of a collection of outstanding links courses, including the likes of Enniscrone, Carne and Co. Sligo.\r\n\r\nRelax after your round in the Solas Spa complex, or simply enjoy the excellent accommodation provided by the 132 guest rooms at the Radisson. Sligo itself is a charming retreat, and ideal for groups of visiting golfers with plenty of evening action. 2011-09-02 15:43:05.340538 2011-09-08 16:01:50.874251 hotels \N Ireland Radisso BLU Hotel & Spa, Co Sligo, Ireland | Your Golf Tours The Radisson BLU Hotel and Spa is superbly located for golf tour groups, as it is within 10km of the regional airport and just a short cab ride to the centre of Sligo itself.
171 The Bell Hotel, Sandwich the-bell-hotel-sandwich #The Bell Hotel, Sandwich\r\n\r\nWe recommend The Bell Hotel for a number of reasons. Not only is it superbly located in the heart of Sandwich and close to outstanding links courses, it also provides comfortable accommodation and fantastic dining.\r\n\r\nThe Bell Hotel shares the historic village of Sandwich with Royal St George's and Royal Cinque Ports, two of the country's best links courses which are just a few minutes' drive away. The Bell will ensure you are rested and ready to take on the challenge.\r\n\r\nThough traditional in style, the rooms in The Bell Hotel have been modernised with the expected conveniences and furnished beautifully, with 34 different options that are sure to satisfy any demand. Salt marsh lamb, locally caught seafood and even Kentish wine are on the menu in the Old Dining Room, the hotel's highly regarded restaurant. 2011-09-02 15:41:07.36797 2011-09-08 16:02:34.567085 hotels \N England The Bell Hotel, Sandwich, Kent, England | Your Golf Tours We recommend The Bell Hotel for a number of reasons. Not only is it superbly located in the heart of Sandwich and close to outstanding links courses, it also provides comfortable accommodation and fantastic dining.
172 The Downhill Inn Hotel, Ballina the-downhill-inn-hotel-ballina #The Downhill Inn Hotel, Ballina \r\n\r\nThe 45-bedroom Downhill Inn Hotel has long been a favourite with golfers heading to North West Ireland, owing to its excellent location - easy access to the bountiful regional courses is assured - as well as the superb welcome extended to every guest at the family run establishment.\r\n\r\nThe modern styling and conveniences will ensure that you begin your golfing odyssey on Ireland's rugged West coast in complete comfort, while the onsite restaurant delivers the flavours of the region, courtesy of the best locally sourced produce.\r\n\r\nNeedless to say, North West Ireland and its stunning shoreline offer the avid golfer a rich selection of top quality courses, ranging from household names to undiscovered gems, all of which can be combined for glorious golf tour packages. 2011-09-02 15:42:16.191656 2011-09-08 16:03:19.09395 hotels \N Ireland The Downhill Inn Hotel, Ballina, Ireland | Your Golf Tours The 45-bedroom Downhill Inn Hotel has long been a favourite with golfers heading to North West Ireland, owing to its excellent location - easy access to the bountiful regional courses is assured
173 The Wyatt Hotel, Westport the-wyatt-hotel-westport #The Wyatt Hotel, Westport\r\n\r\nThe Wyatt Hotel is named for its creator, James Wyatt, the man responsible for planning the design of Westport itself, a beautiful Co. Mayo retreat that is one of Ireland's two planned heritage towns. Westport is a popular holiday resort town, charming visitors with its tree-lined mall and a collection of inviting restaurants and pubs.\r\n\r\nThe setting for the hotel and Westport itself is spectacular, with the mountains of Croagh Patrick rising above on one side and the Atlantic shores on the other, and the amazing natural scenery extends to the array of splendid championship golf courses within easy reach.\r\n\r\nGolfers based at the Wyatt will not only enjoy the lively evening atmosphere in central Westport, but will also have the pleasure of the warm welcome at the hotel and comfortable accommodation, ensuring the ideal start to a golf tour of North West Ireland. 2011-09-02 15:42:38.024242 2011-09-08 16:04:05.258088 hotels \N Ireland The Wyatt Hotel, Westport, Ireland | Your Golf Tours The Wyatt Hotel is named for its creator, James Wyatt, the man responsible for planning the design of Westport itself, a beautiful Co. Mayo retreat that is one of Ireland's two planned heritage towns.
15 Costa Del Sol costa-del-sol #Costa del Sol\r\n\r\nWith year round sunshine the Costa del Sol is an ideal destination for a golf tour in Europe. This remarkable golfing landscape has lent itself to the creation of some of the finest golf courses in Europe and the popular coastline, perfect climate and endless beachfront restaurants will ensure your time away from the golf course will also be extremely enjoyable.\r\n\r\nStretching from Malaga towards Sotogrande, the Costa del sol is generously adorned with top class golf courses including some of the very best in Spain. Your golf tour of the Coast del Sol will take you to such golfing heavyweights as Marbella Golf & Country Club, Volvo World Matchplay host Finca Cortesin and San Roque which was the chosen course for the American team’s practice rounds prior to the 1997 Ryder Cup.\r\n\r\nOn top of the well known names above this tour will also visit the stunning La Reserva Course which, despite its relative youth, has established itself as one of the leading golf courses in Spain. The last stop on this amazing tour is the world famous Valderrama, scene of the 1997 Ryder Cup matches, which is sure to provide the golfer with a lasting memory of their Costa del Sol golf tour. \r\n\r\nTime spent away from these amazing golf courses is sure to be as relaxing as possible thanks to the outstanding accommodation on offer in southern Spain. Golfers can head to the Elysium Spa while staying at the NH Almenara Hotel while the traditional Spanish cuisine on offer at the Gran Melia Don Pepe is sure to hit the spot after a day on the fairways. 2011-08-30 16:25:38.884357 2011-09-13 10:00:24.461601 tours 36.510000,-4.811068 10 Spain Costa Del Sol Golf Tours - Malaga, Marbella| Your Golf Tours \N
17 Lisbon, Portugal lisbon-portugal # Lisbon, Portugal\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to golf the Lisbon Coast has long been in the shadow of the more popular Algarve and yet it is home to an ever growing number of outstanding golf courses that make the coastal area around Portugal’s capital perfect for a golf tour. \r\n\r\nThe golfing options in and around Lisbon are astonishing and offer travelling golfers a wide variety of courses to play including some of the most highly revered courses in the whole of Europe. The Atlantic Course at Penha Longa is consistently ranked in the top 30 in Europe while the stunning course on the Troia Peninsula is often ranked even higher. \r\n\r\nQuinta do Peru is akin to many of the traditional Portuguese designs and is a real delight to play while stunning and unusual layouts await at Oitavos Dunes and Praia D’El Rey both of which have subtle hints of links about them.\r\n\r\nThe outstanding quality and variety of golf on offer around the nation’s capital is ably backed up by outstanding five star accommodation that includes both the Praia D’El Rey Hotel and the Palacio Estoril Hotel. Away from the golf courses these hotels provide the perfect place to relax and refuel after a long day on the fairways. Lavish spas are perfect for banishing any aches and pains picked up on the golf course while traditional Portuguese fare is readily available in the hotel’s top class restaurants. 2011-08-30 16:28:29.569621 2011-09-13 10:01:41.859002 tours 38.985033,-8.517151 9 Portugal Golf in Lisbon - Praia D'El Rey | Your Golf Tours \N
182 Doonbeg Lodge doonbeg-lodge #Doonbeg Lodge\r\n\r\nThe Lodge at Doonbeg is the fitting complement to Greg Norman's acclaimed championship links over which it presides; no expense has been spared in creating the most luxurious environment for golfers to experience the wonders of South West Ireland.\r\n\r\nYour stay at Doonbeg will begin in one of the 47 lodge suites or in one of the 28 links cottages; for a genuine hotel experience opt for the suites, while groups and families often appreciate the private living areas afforded by the equally comfortable cottage units.\r\n\r\nAccommodation and the obvious championship golf are not the only attractions at Doonbeg; head to the White Horses Spa, one of the country's best, for one of the indulgent treatments, before enjoying the unbelievable cuisine in the Long Room restaurant, whose theme and menu have the endorsement of celebrity chef Tom Colicchio. 2011-09-02 15:48:30.363322 2011-09-08 15:58:17.735144 hotels \N Ireland Doonbeg Lodge, Ireland | Your Golf Tours The Lodge at Doonbeg is the fitting complement to Greg Norman's acclaimed championship links over which it presides; no expense has been spared in creating the most luxurious environment for golfers to experience the wonders of South West Ireland.
184 Lake Hotel Killarney lake-hotel-killarney #Lake Hotel Killarney\r\n\r\nBuilt in 1820, the Lake Hotel Killarney is an iconic and historic focal point for this glorious South West Ireland destination, and the spectacular setting and hospitality it provides help to make it a favourite with groups of golfers.\r\n\r\nThe sublime views of the Lakes of Killarney notwithstanding, the Lake Hotel is an excellent four-star destination; there are different styles and sizes of rooms to suit any demand, but all are superbly appointed in a classical style, and are sure to provide complete comfort.\r\n\r\nIn addition to its stunning position on the lakeside, the Killarney hotel offers golfers the chance to unwind in the Spa Sensations complex, which offers luxury treatments plus indoor and outdoor hot tubs, swimming pool, sauna and steam room. 2011-09-02 15:49:19.322553 2011-09-08 16:00:10.459123 hotels \N Scotland Lake Hotel Killarney, Ireland | Your Golf Tours Built in 1820, the Lake Hotel Killarney is an iconic and historic focal point for this glorious South West Ireland destination, and the spectacular setting and hospitality it provides help to make it a favourite with groups of golfers.
183 Ballybunion Golf Hotel ballybunion-golf-hotel #Ballybunion Golf Hotel\r\n\r\nThe 100-bedroom Ballybunion Golf Hotel is the top option for players staying in the County Kerry golfing mecca, where outstanding hospitality is assured, as is easy access to the two phenomenal Ballybunion golf courses.\r\n\r\nThe hotel has undergone extensive renovation to improve the standard of golfing accommodation, and Ballybunion visitors will now be welcomed to a lovely collection of guest rooms including 25 new deluxe units.\r\n\r\nMany rooms offer splendid views of the beach and the rugged coastline, while the hospitality is extended in the Rooftop Restaurant and Bill's Steak House, both of which are perfectly suited to groups of golfers. Apart from the glorious Ballybunion courses, the likes of Lahinch, Doonbeg, Tralee and Waterville combine to make this one of the most special places to enjoy a golf tour in Ireland. 2011-09-02 15:48:54.589673 2011-09-08 15:55:10.884729 hotels \N Ireland Ballybunion Golf Hotel, Ireland | Your Golf Tours The 100-bedroom Ballybunion Golf Hotel is the top option for players staying in the County Kerry golfing mecca, where outstanding hospitality is assured, as is easy access to the two phenomenal Ballybunion golf courses.
181 Ballyliffin Lodge, Hotel & Spa ballyliffin-lodge-hotel-spa #Ballyliffin Lodge, Hotel & Spa\r\n\r\nThe Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa is among the most popular of our golf hotels in Ireland, where every guest will enjoy a warm welcome to a glorious coastal location, and immediate access to Ballyliffin's two splendid courses.\r\n\r\n40 guest bedrooms, all decorated in a charming fashion, will form a comfortable base for this leg of your Irish golf tour, perched on the most northerly tip of the Emerald Isle.\r\n\r\nEnjoy the delights of the Holly Tree Restaurant, as well as a few pints of the black stuff in Mamie Pats, the onsite pub that also serves a great menu. Relax after your round by heading to the Rock Crystal Spa, whose highlights include an excellent 17-metre swimming pool.\r\n 2011-09-02 15:47:47.045208 2011-09-08 15:55:26.279381 hotels \N Ireland Ballyliffin Lodge, Hotel & Spa, Ireland | Your Golf Tours The Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa is among the most popular of our golf hotels in Ireland, where every guest will enjoy a warm welcome to a glorious coastal location, and immediate access to Ballyliffin's two splendid courses.
188 The Celtic Royal Hotel, Caernarfon the-celtic-royal-hotel-caernarfon #The Celtic Royal Hotel, Caernarfon\r\n\r\nThe Celtic Royal Hotel is a warm and welcoming base for visitors to North West Wales, and is ideally equipped for the needs of the travelling golfer. Located in Caernarfon, a picturesque village, the hotel is well placed for onward adventures to the likes of Nefyn and its incredible golf course.\r\n\r\nThe original charm and character of the historic building has been considerately retained, but visitors will enjoy that the hotel is fitted with the modern conveniences required to ensure complete comfort, and this extends to the collection of guest bedrooms.\r\n\r\nCentrally located in Caernarfon, the hotel affords easy access to local pubs and restaurants, while back onsite, guests can make use of the modern leisure area, complete with indoor swimming pool and gym. 2011-09-02 15:53:05.337062 2011-09-08 16:03:05.864504 hotels \N Wales The Celtic Royal Hotel, Caernarfon, Wales | Your Golf Tours The Celtic Royal Hotel is a warm and welcoming base for visitors to North West Wales, and is ideally equipped for the needs of the travelling golfer.
187 The Dragon Hotel, Swansea the-dragon-hotel-swansea #The Dragon Hotel, Swansea\r\n\r\nThe ever popular Dragon Hotel is the ideal introduction to the golfing delights around Swansea and the coastline of South Wales, with a modern vibe that owes much to the recently completed renovation project.\r\n\r\nGuest bedrooms are clean and comfortable, and come fitted with all modern conveniences, such as internet access, flat screen television and key card access.\r\n\r\nVoted 'Best Large Hotel in Swansea' by the national tourist board, The Dragon is a welcoming stop on any golf tour in Wales, with the added bonus of a full leisure complex including an excellent gym and 18-metre swimming pool.\r\n\r\nWhile we appreciate that many of our golfing groups prefer to venture out of an evening, the Dragon Hotel has its very own award-winning restaurant, the Dragon Brasserie. 2011-09-02 15:52:08.795992 2011-09-08 16:03:34.339017 hotels \N Wales The Dragon Hotel, Swansea, Wales | Your Golf Tours The ever popular Dragon Hotel is the ideal introduction to the golfing delights around Swansea and the coastline of South Wales, with a modern vibe that owes much to the recently completed renovation project.
189 Gran Melia Don Pepe Hotel gran-melia-don-pepe-hotel #Gran Melia Don Pepe Hotel\r\n\r\nStaying at the Gran Melia Dona Pepe Hotel is the choice of many of our clients visiting the Costa del Sol, as it ensures a sought-after location at the heart of the Golden Mile in Marbella, as well as the sort of five-star luxuries and surroundings that help make a golf vacation so special.\r\n\r\nThe likes of Marbella Golf & Country Club are in the local area, while the transfer time from Malaga Airport is less than 30 minutes. We recommend a stay in the lively Marbella area with some golf on route to the prestigious Sotogrande area, which is more laid back but home to the best golf on the coast.\r\n\r\nWhether your room enjoys sea or mountain views, it will be spacious and supremely comfortable, complete with deulxe en-suite bathroom plus amenities including a 27-inch plasma screen television, a private terrace, electronic safe, satellite channels and internet access.\r\n\r\nLounge by the glorious pool or make the short journey to the sandy shores of the Mediterranean, part of the Don Pepe experience. Come evening time, the hotel has three excellent restaurants that cover the Spanish classics as well as incorporating many international flavours. 2011-09-02 15:54:12.846311 2011-09-07 16:38:42.088618 hotels \N Spain Gran Melia Don Pepe Hotel, Spain | Your Golf Tours
190 NH Almenara Hotel nh-almenara-hotel #NH Almenara Hotel\r\n\r\nThe NH Almenara Hotel is located within the grounds of the Sotogrande estate, one of Europe's most sought after addresses - in fact, it sits at the very top, providing glorious views over the golf courses and down towards the Mediterranean coastline.\r\n\r\nSotogrande is synonymous with golf, and residents at Almenara will have the opportunity to sample courses including the 27 holes onsite at the resort, plus local gems such as La Reserva, San Roque and the mightly Valderrama, widely regarded as the finest in Europe.\r\n\r\nBuilt to resemble the style of a traditional Andalucian village, the accommodation at Almenara Hotel - there are 148 rooms in total - is split across a number of very low rise buildings, many of which open onto terrace areas, and all of which are bedecked in the terracotta hues that are typical of the region.\r\n\r\nThere is an excellent restaurant onsite, as well as the phenomenal Elysium Spa, while the Sotogrande marina is just a few minutes down the hill and is ideal for an evening meal. 2011-09-02 15:54:47.575578 2011-09-08 16:01:06.724553 hotels \N Spain NH Almenara Hotel, Costa Del Sol, Spain | Your Golf Tours The NH Almenara Hotel is located within the grounds of the Sotogrande estate, one of Europe's most sought after addresses - in fact, it sits at the very top, providing glorious views over the golf courses and down towards the Mediterranean coastline.
193 Sana Sesimbra Hotel sana-sesimbra-hotel #Sana Sesimbra Hotel\r\n\r\nA stunning setting is the starting point for the Sana Sesimbra Hotel, which is a popular option for golfers including the likes of Troia in their golf tour around Lisbon; surrounded by the Serra de Arrábida national park and just footsteps from the sandy beach, the hotel enjoys a beautfiul backdrop.\r\n\r\nNot only the surroundings are impressive however, as the Sana Sesimbra Hotel offers high quality four-star accommodation and hospitality, with immediate access to the bars and restaurants of the lovely town of Sesimbra itself.\r\n\r\nThe 97 guest bedrooms at the hotel are bright and with a contemporary style, and are ideally equipped to meet the needs of golfers; air-conditioning, direct dial telephones, cable television and private balconies with views of the sea or the park help to create a relaxed and welcoming environment.\r\n\r\nAdd some activity to your golf tour by heading to the superb onsite spa and wellness centre, which includes a fantastic outdoor pool and a gym. Soak up the sun on the beach or simply explore the laid back attractions of Sesimbra. 2011-09-02 15:59:15.295508 2011-09-08 16:02:20.113924 hotels \N Portugal Sana Sesimbra Hotel, Lisbon, Portugal | Your Golf Tours A stunning setting is the starting point for the Sana Sesimbra Hotel, which is a popular option for golfers including the likes of Troia in their golf tour around Lisbon
71 Belleisle Golf Club belleisle-golf-club #Belleisle Golf Club\r\n\r\nBelleisle golf course, in the main town of Ayr, is far from a course of modest aspiration. James Braid designed the course in 1927, to satisfy an increasingly insatiable demand for the game.\r\n\r\nIt is rather a course of genuine and proven quality, providing an enjoyable challenge to hordes of appreciative golfers who are only too happy to sing its many praises.\r\n\r\nBelleisle would probably be the best public course in Scotland if it weren`t for those upstarts, St Andrews and Carnoustie. Tour players like to sharpen their pencils before major competitions here! That’s how good it is, and surely one of the few true municipals to host professional tournaments.\r\n\r\nBelleisle is a classic parkland course of genuine character. Set in the harmonious woodland of Belleisle Park, its beech tree lined and extra long fairways are interlaced by the serpentine like Curtecan Burn.\r\n\r\nThere are only two par fours under 400 yards and a cracker of a par three at the 17th. If for some reason you don’t manage Turnberry or Royal Troon, don’t miss this! 2011-08-31 15:27:28.65574 2011-09-09 16:05:12.372292 courses 55.663644,-3.617249 9 Scotland Golf at Belleisle Golf Club, Ayr, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Belleisle golf course, in the main town of Ayr, is far from a course of modest aspiration. James Braid designed the course in 1927, to satisfy an increasingly insatiable demand for the game.
3 Highlands and Royal Aberdeen highlands-and-royal-aberdeen # Highlands and Royal Aberdeen\r\n\r\nThe Highlands and Aberdeen Golf Tour will enable you to see and visit some of the most naturally beautiful places in the world as well as some of Scotland’s very best golf courses. Many of the golfing gems in the Highlands are unheralded when compared with Scotland’s more famous creations like Turnberry, St Andrews and Carnoustie yet the quality of golf on offer in this region is second to none. \r\n\r\nYour tour will see you visit a multitude of stunning links courses, some of which hold historic significance such as Royal Aberdeen and Royal Dornoch and some of which represent the new breed of stunning links golf on offer in Scotland including Castle Stuart, which recently held the Scottish Open as the prelude to the Open Championship on the European Tour. With a host of championship venues on offer it is easy to see why so many travelling golfers select this fine region for their golf tour each year.\r\n\r\nAlthough the likes of Dornoch, Nairn and Cruden Bay will be popular for those wanting a true links experience there are also some superb inland courses to enjoy such as Spey Valley which sweeps through fields of established heather and Boat of Garten which is revered as one of James Braid’s finest creations. With so many different golf courses available to enjoy, this tour can be customised to create a truly unique Scottish golf experience. 2011-08-30 15:25:23.143309 2011-09-13 09:20:07.014795 tours 57.604221,-1.977539 8 Scotland Highlands & Royal Aberdeen Golf Tours – Castle Stuart|Your Golf Tours \N
52 Brora Golf Club brora-golf-club #Brora Golf Club\r\n\r\nThe golf club in Brora was established in 1891.\r\n\r\nIn 1923 James Braid, five times Open champion and prolific designer of golf courses, the most famous of which is Gleneagles, visited the course and redesigned the 18-hole layout which has stood the passing of time and remains a fair and challenging test of a true traditional links course.\r\n\r\nAs with all seaside links there are some very special places throughout this course; the panorama of seascape and landscape from the second tee, the proximity of the sea to the 9th green and the beauty of the 13th green, one of the jewels in Braids crown. Tarbatness, the 17th, so called because of the lighthouse which gives you the line and with the elevated tee, is one of the best driving holes in all of Scotland.\r\n\r\nBrora golf course represents all the attributes of a traditional Scottish Highland links, with a classic layout, an easy opening hole, and a short hole facing each cardinal point of the compass, you will have to adapt and manufacture according to whither the course is running fast or slow.\r\n\r\nOverall the golf course is a real treat, the clubhouse is modern and comfortable, the catering is excellent. But perhaps the over-riding, all important, feature is the atmosphere warm, friendly & welcoming. 2011-08-31 15:06:55.090519 2011-09-09 16:36:49.167726 courses 57.189855,-1.395264 7 Scotland Golf at Brora Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Brora golf course represents all the attributes of a traditional Scottish Highland links, with a classic layout, an easy opening hole, and a short hole facing each cardinal point of the compass, you will have to adapt and manufacture according to whither the course is running fast or slow.
135 Carnoustie carnoustie #Carnoustie\r\n\r\nOn the east coast of Scotland, not far from St Andrews lies Carnoustie. Carnoustie Golf Links has had 2 Open Championships in the last 10 years (1999 and 2007) which has reignited much deserved interest in the Carnoustie Championship course.\r\n\r\nAll will remember Jean van de Velde’s inauspicious demise in 1999 and on a happier note Padraig Harrington’s first major win came in 2007 when he defeated Sergio Garcia in a play-off. Ben Hogan has been remembered here as the 1953 Open Champion. The 6th hole is now called Hogan’s Alley, referring to the tight line he took between the bunkers and the out of bounds on each of the 4 days play.\r\n\r\nThere are other great local Scottish golf courses in the surrounding area, namely Monifieth, Downfield and Panmure which are all great examples of golf in Scotland. Although not very well known they have all been used over the years as Open qualifying venues.\r\n\r\nThe Carnoustie area is only 30 minutes from St Andrews, 1hr 30 mins from Edinburgh and 2 hrs from Glasgow. Our featured hotel in the area is the Carnoustie Hotel which stands directly behind the 18th green of the Championship course. 2011-09-01 16:44:41.451186 2011-09-06 15:38:38.174765 regions \N Scotland Golf in Carnoustie | Your Golf Tours \N
6 North West Ireland north-west-ireland # North West Ireland\r\n\r\nLike the highlands in Scotland, the North West of Ireland is a little less conspicuous than its illustrious neighbours to the South. Nevertheless thanks to the stunning landscape this region is home to some of the most spectacular golf courses in the county and of course the hospitality of the locals is second to none. This region of Ireland may be remote but for a keen golf fan it is an unmissable golfing experience. \r\n\r\nTraditional links courses like Enniscrone, County Sligo, Carne and Connemara may not be as famous as Southerly links courses including Doonbeg, Lahinch and Ballybunion but they are equally enjoyable and hold some historic significance. As well as the world class links golf on offer in the North West there are also tree lined courses that have been plotted around the stunning lakes of the region. \r\n\r\nThe Nick Faldo designed course at Lough Erne has been lavished with praise since its opening and is sure to provide the perfect foil for the other courses on this impressive itinerary. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n 2011-08-30 15:30:45.044447 2011-09-06 15:44:40.54193 tours 54.393352,-4.746094 7 Ireland Golf in North West Ireland - Lough Erne, Co. Sligo | Your Golf Tours \N
60 Longniddry Golf Club longniddry-golf-club #Longniddry Golf Club\r\n\r\nLongniddry Golf Course is a unique combination of parkland and links located on the south side of Firth of Forth.\r\n\r\nThere are no (men’s) par 5’s although some of the par 4`s are very testing, particularly into the prevailing westerly winds; this is reflected by the SSS of 70 – 2 shots above the par of 68.\r\n\r\nThe course is not long by modern standards, but it is designed to reward the strategic player. The fairways are quite generous and the greens are fairly large, but the penalty for straying off-line can be severe. You will find mature Scots Pines, gorse, sea-buckthorn and punitive rough only too eager to punish the wayward drive. Hit it long, certainly, but you’d better be straight!\r\n\r\nThe opening holes are relatively straightforward and open to the winds of the estuary. From the 3rd green to the 11th tee there is considerable shelter in amongst the trees, but thereafter the course opens out once more.\r\n\r\nThere are many good holes at Longniddry, both as a test of golf and of natural beauty. They include the 450 yard 3rd, which is right on the limit for a par 4; the 305 yard dogleg 5th, with a two-tier elevated green; the 6th, with a shot of 160 yards downhill to the heavily bunkered green and the long 7th. The closing six holes are equally challenging, particularly the dogleg 12th, the par 3 13th and the finishing hole of 418 yards, where par is always welcome.\r\n\r\nThe Club is a former venue of the British Seniors and a qualifier for the Open at Muirfield. More recently the Club has hosted the Ladies Home Internationals and the Commonwealth Youths Tournament. It is a regional qualifier for the Lombard PGA ProAm and a number of other competitions.\r\n\r\nThis area of East Lothian area enjoys a relatively dry climate, with an average long-term rainfall of 14". The course is very free draining and rarely suffers from the indignity of closure, even during the winter. The greens in recent years have been fast and true, and the course itself is invariably in excellent condition. 2011-08-31 15:15:45.646958 2011-09-08 15:38:08.376439 courses \N Scotland Golf at Longniddry Golf Club, East Lothian, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Longniddry Golf Course is a unique combination of parkland and links located on the south side of Firth of Forth.
16 The Algarve the-algarve # The Algarve\r\n\r\nThe Algarve is replete with top class golf courses, hotels and resorts that have earned Portugal its reputation as the premier golf holiday destination in Europe. Synonymous with golf, the Algarve benefits from a pleasant year round climate that is simply perfect for playing golf under the sun.\r\n\r\nDona Filipa is one of the very best golf resorts in Europe and is the first port of call on this golf tour. Not only does Donna Filipa offer five star accommodation, outstanding facilities and best of all exclusive access to the San Lorenzo golf course which is widely regarded to be the very best in the whole of Portugal. As well as San Lorenzo golfers will also pay other Algarve heavyweights a visit including the Oceanico Victoria and Old Courses and the Royal Course at Vale do Lobo which boasts one of the most famous holes in the world. \r\n\r\nOnce your time at Dona Filipa is up fear not; as you will be heading for yet more five star luxury and outstanding golf courses. Nestled in 2000 acres of rolling hills and majestic pine forests, Quinta do Lago offers golfers truly luxurious surroundings and world class golf is never too far away. \r\n\r\nThe golfing delights that make up the remainder of the Algarve Tour include the Jack Nicklaus designed Monte Rei and the picturesque Quinta do Lago South Course which is one of the most illustrious courses in the country having hosted countless professional events including the Portuguese Open on an impressive eight occasions. 2011-08-30 16:27:11.240477 2011-09-13 10:07:06.564588 tours 37.1636,-7.499542 10 Portugal Algarve Golf Tours - San Lorenzo, Quinta Do Lago, | Your Golf Tours \N
85 County Sligo Golf Club county-sligo-golf-club #County Sligo Golf Club\r\n\r\nCounty Sligo is one of West Ireland's most revered links, where Harry S. Colt, the great English architect of courses such as Sunningdale and Royal Portrush, crafted another masterpiece.\r\n\r\nHeading west from Sligo itself will bring the intrepid golfing explorer to Rosses Point, a spectacular promontory that shoots off the mainland, creating an incredible natural backdrop for Colt's splendid course.\r\n\r\nNow matured for over a century, County Sligo stands rightly near the head of the best courses to be found in this part of the world, and will be a sure highlight of your next golf tour in Western Ireland.\r\n 2011-08-31 15:57:45.521149 2011-09-08 15:26:54.849587 courses \N Ireland Golf at County Sligo, Ireland | Your Golf Tours County Sligo is one of West Ireland's most revered links, where Harry S. Colt, the great English architect of courses such as Sunningdale and Royal Portrush, crafted another masterpiece.
90 Carton House carton-house #Carton House\r\n\r\nMultiple host to the European Tour's Irish Open, Carton House is a top quality golfing complex with two splendid courses at its heart. No expense was spared in crafting an unrivalled experience, and Carton House's developers drafted in two of the game's heavy hitters to lay out the courses - Colin Montgomerie and American Mark O'Meara.\r\n\r\nThe Montgomerie Course was the host of the 2005 and 2006 Nissan Irish Opens, and is a monumental championship test; expansive bunkering and the wild grasses of the Emerald Isle set the stage for a tremendous layout. Monty, Europe's Ryder Cup Captain for 2010, drew influence from his favourite courses worldwide, which include Royal Melbourne and Turnberry, in creating what has developed into one of Ireland's premier courses.\r\n\r\nOn the banks of the River Wye is Carton House's other course, the O'Meara. Choose Mark's layout if you feel like a slightly more sedate challenge; less fearsome than the Montgomerie, the O'Meara is an equally enjoyable part of any good Irish golf tour. 2011-08-31 16:02:00.760185 2011-09-13 16:56:42.294067 courses 53.517451,-5.394287 9 Ireland Golf at Carton House, Ireland | Your Golf Tours Multiple host to the European Tour's Irish Open, Carton House is a top quality golfing complex with two splendid courses at its heart. No expense was spared in crafting an unrivalled experience, and Carton House's developers drafted in two of the game's heavy hitters to lay out the courses - Colin Montgomerie and American Mark O'Meara.
148 Costa del Sol, Spain costa-del-sol-spain #Costa del Sol, Spain\r\n\r\nA golf tour in Europe sounds good, right? Maybe you've been to Scotland and Ireland, or maybe you just don't want to take the chance of bad weather. Then give some consideration to one of our Southern European golf tour packages - high on this list is the Costa del Sol, where you can enjoy not only top class courses, but also the welcome feeling of the sun on your back.\r\n\r\nThrow your shorts in the bag and fly into Malaga, the regional airport that is superbly connected throughout Europe's air network, and from which the best of the courses are all within an hour or so. We recommend working down the coast over the course of a week, during which you can enjoy different settings and some glorious golf.\r\n\r\nAround the glamorous coastal city of Marbella are some lovely courses, and also outstanding hotels where luxury accommodation and a beachfront location are highlights. Marbella and Puerto Banus, a luxury marina just down the shoreline, are packed with up market bars and restaurants.\r\n\r\nBe sure to also spend some time in the luxury private estate at Sotogrande, where fine accommodation will stand you in great shape when you come to tackle the local golf, including the ultimate European inland test, Valderrama. 2011-09-01 16:50:10.283403 2011-09-07 16:34:18.06768 regions \N Spain Golf in the Costa Del Sol - Malaga, Marbella| Your Golf Tours \N
84 Carne Golf Links carne-golf-links #Carne Golf links\r\n\r\nEddie Hackett is sadly no longer with us, but the legendary Irish course architect left an amazing legacy at Carne, which was honoured to be named the highest new entry in Golf World's list of the Top 100 Golf Courses in 2006.\r\n\r\nThis County Mayo classic, located close to Belmullet, is as spectacular as it is challenging, as Hackett has transformed a rugged, untouched parcel of links land into an astounding collection of holes which are formed and routed together beautifully.\r\n\r\nOverlooking Blacksod Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, golfers at Carne are blessed with awe-inspiring views and a warm welcome, all adding up to an all but unrivalled golfing experience, and a must play for any golf tour in West Ireland. 2011-08-31 15:56:57.601924 2011-09-09 16:40:07.771905 courses 54.540207,-7.229004 8 Ireland Golf at Carne Golf Links, Ireland | Your Golf Tours This County Mayo classic, located close to Belmullet, is as spectacular as it is challenging, as Hackett has transformed a rugged, untouched parcel of links land into an astounding collection of holes which are formed and routed together beautifully.
134 Aberdeen & Cruden Bay aberdeen-cruden-bay #Aberdeen & Cruden Bay\r\n\r\nAberdeen is the capital of Scotland’s North East Coast, known internationally as the granite city due to the extensive use of this local stone in the city's architecture.\r\n\r\nAmong our recommended hotels to begin your golf tour around Aberdeen is the luxury Inchmarlo Resort. Located on the beautiful Royal Deeside, the complex has spectacular natural surroundings, while on the resort is a collection of superb accommodation units, a fine dining restaurant and two lovely golf courses.\r\n\r\nThe Udny Arms is a popular and relaxed accommodation option for golfing visitors to Aberdeen; the laid back atmosphere is the ideal preparation for exploring the likes of Royal Aberdeen and Crudern Bay, two stars of the golfing landscape around the city. We recommend for multi-stop golf tours in Scotland that Aberdeen is easily twinned with either the Highlands and Royal Dornoch, or St Andrews down the coast to the South.\r\n\r\nCruden Bay Golf Club is only 40 minutes North of Aberdeen and the view from the clubhouse gives you a flavour of the dramatic dunes and landscape you will encounter on your way round this rugged links.\r\n\r\nThe Marcliffe is only a few minutes away from the Balgownie Links at Royal Aberdeen Golf Club and is a golfer friendly hotel that will complement your golf tour in Scotland. 2011-09-01 16:44:16.574643 2011-09-07 11:01:54.022755 regions \N Scotland Highlands & Royal Aberdeen Golf – Castle Stuart | Your Golf Tours \N
137 Edinburgh & East Lothian edinburgh-east-lothian #Edinburgh & East Lothian\r\n\r\nEdinburgh, or "Auld Reekie" as it is lovingly called by the locals, makes reference to the numerous industries that used to spew plumes of smoke into the city sky. A visit to the Castle has to be included in any trip to Edinburgh. If visiting during the month of August one can experience the Military Tattoo which runs for 3 weeks on the Castle's Esplanade.\r\n\r\nThe Royal Mile is the main tourist area of Edinburgh and stretches from Edinburgh Castle to Hollyrood Palace (the Queen's official Edinburgh residence), where there are many shops and restaurants to sample and also the chance to tour the underground vaults of the Old Town.\r\n\r\nGolf in the area ranges from Dalmahoy in the East across to a fantastic stretch of Scottish links courses including 3 courses at Gullane, North Berwick West Links, Muirfield, Dunbar, Craigielaw and Longniddry.\r\n\r\nThe drive from Edinburgh to Dunbar (the furthest course down the coast) is only about 40 minutes, making a stay in the city centre a very plausible option. However, we have a selection of hotels closer to all the courses including the Marriott Dalmahoy Resort and Marine North Berwick which overlooks the West Links of North Berwick.\r\n\r\nOne of the best selections of golf courses in Scotland is to be found in this area, local Scottish golf has never been better. 2011-09-01 16:45:23.340168 2011-09-06 15:40:35.325526 regions \N Scotland Golf in Edinburgh & East Lothian | Your Golf Tours \N
2 Turnberry & St Andrew's turnberry-st-andrews # Turnberry & St Andrews\r\n\r\nSet on some of the most spectacular coastline Scotland has to offer, under the iconic lighthouse, Turnberry is one of the most special places for a golfer to visit anywhere in the world. The Ailsa Course has been well known to the golfing world since the 1977 Open Championship and the legendary “Duel in the Sun” between the great Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson however this course is not all the resort has to offer. The Kintyre Course acts as an able support act to the Ailsa Course and the accommodation is second to none. Not only will you experience all that Turnberry has to offer you but you will also make the golfing pilgrimages to Open Championship venues including Royal Troon and Prestwick. \r\n\r\nAfter your time at the Turnberry Resort you will have to drag yourself away but fortunately you will be comforted by the fact that you are heading on to more of the finest golf courses and world class accommodation Scotland has to offer. The Fairmont St Andrews is one of the premier hotels in the UK and from here you will strike out at more of the home of golf’s big names including the St Andrews Old Course, Kingsbarns and the devilish Championship Course at Carnoustie.\r\n\r\nAll in all the Turnberry & St Andrews Tour will see you visit some of Scotland’s most desirable courses while staying in the most luxurious surroundings possible. 2011-08-23 10:27:10.605617 2011-09-13 09:27:19.767875 tours 55.946124,-2.488403 8 Scotland Turnberry & St Andrew's Golf Tours | Your Golf Tours \N
139 St Andrews st-andrews #St Andrews\r\n\r\nGolf in Scotland is not complete without a pilgrimage to St Andrews – the Home of Golf, and although obtaining a tee time over the Old Course is challenging in some months, we can guarantee packages to include a coveted reservation. But remember that Scotland has another 5 Open Championship venues past and present, which offer Links golf at its best.\r\n\r\nIn and around St Andrews the keen golfer could play a round on a different course each day and play for 2 weeks without travelling more than 30 minutes to reach a course.\r\n\r\nThe town of St Andrews is one of the largest small towns in Scotland. The university, where Prince William attended, attracts students from all over the world, keeping the bars and restaurants busy during the winter, and during the summer golfers from all over the world descend on the town to play the hallowed Old Course. The town has got a mystical charm about it!\r\n\r\nSt Andrews was home to Old Tom Morris and his son, funnily enough called Young Tom Morris, the youngest ever winner of the Open championship at the age of 17 and won it 4 times in a row. Old and Young Tom Morris dominated the Open's and they won it 8 times between them from 1860-72. However the story of Young Tom Morris is ultimately a tragic one. His wife of one year was taken ill during childbirth and a telegram was dispatched to call Morris to her bedside. It was given to him as he came off the course at North Berwick. While in transit home, another telegram arrived with the grim news that she died. Morris never recovered from the shock. He died of a broken heart some same, a few months later on Christmas Day 1875 at the tender age of 24.\r\n\r\nA memorial was erected at his grave on which was inscribed "Deeply regretted by numerous friends and all golfers, he thrice in succession won the Championship Belt and held it without envy, his many amiable qualities being no less acknowledged than his golfing achievements". His grave is located in the ruined cathedral of St Andrews.\r\n\r\nOld Tom Morris passed away in 1908 at the age of 86. 2011-09-01 16:46:18.728013 2011-09-06 15:46:25.894646 regions \N Scotland Golf in St Andrews, Old Course, Kingsbarns, - Your Golf Tours \N
103 Doonbeg Golf Club doonbeg-golf-club #Doonbeg Golf Club\r\n\r\nGreg Norman's first foray into golf course design in Ireland comes in dramatic fashion with the remarkable Doonbeg, a unique links course carved into the County Clare shoreline. Lauded in its early years, Doonbeg rightly sits near the top of South West Ireland's collection of top class seaside courses.\r\n\r\nAt his peak Norman was an outstanding proponent of links golf, highlighted by Open Championship wins in 1986 and 1993, and his vast seaside experience helped him to manipulate the extraordinary terrain at Doonbeg to great effect.\r\n\r\nPictures of Doonbeg will not do the course justice; holes like the 15th, with its 150-foot deep green, and the closing stretch along the coast, must be played to be believed, which is why we recommend a stop at Doonbeg for serious links golfers heading to South West Ireland. 2011-08-31 16:19:18.684601 2011-09-08 15:28:17.920413 courses \N Ireland Golf at Doonbeg Golf Club, Ireland | Your Golf Tours Pictures of Doonbeg will not do the course justice; holes like the 15th, with its 150-foot deep green, and the closing stretch along the coast, must be played to be believed, which is why we recommend a stop at Doonbeg for serious links golfers heading to South West Ireland.
146 Killarney & South West Ireland killarney-south-west-ireland #Killarney & South West Ireland\r\n\r\nIreland's South West is perhaps the most famous of its myriad of top class golfing destinations, host to a clutch of heavyweight names whose international reputations are richly deserved. The land around the counties of Clare and Kerry is hallowed in golfing terms, and its glorious sandy turf should be trodden by every serious golfer at one point in time.\r\n\r\nAccess from Shannon is easy, and once in the South West area, explore the golfing delights either by driving your group or with a personal transfer service. Either way, a multi-stop adventure taking in a few different hotels, plus a stay around Killarney itself, comes highly recommended and we hope will be up there with the best golfing experiences you have yet enjoyed.\r\n\r\nTo name just a few, courses like Ballybunion, Lahinch, Doonbeg and Waterville typify the quality of the golf in Ireland's South West; these are courses that are regulars in the respected rankings of the world's best, and they can all be yours as part of one Irish golf tour.\r\n\r\nThe fantastic juxtaposition achieved by having the old fashioned links at the likes of Ballybunion set against the amazing Greg Norman designed Doonbeg underscores the rich character of the area, and few can offer a golf tour of such immense championship quality. 2011-09-01 16:49:21.778015 2011-09-06 15:43:01.619133 regions \N Scotland Golf in South West Ireland & Killarney - Doonbeg| Your Golf Tours \N
149 The Algarve, Portugal the-algarve-portugal #The Algarve, Portugal\r\n\r\nThe Algarve is the best established golf tourism destination in Southern Europe, with decades of experience in welcoming travellers from all over the world to experience a rich golfing landscape, packed with championship golf courses and all underpinned by a famed micro-climate where the temperature average never drops below the 60 degree mark.\r\n\r\nIt is fair to say that Portugal was at the forefront of the boom in golf tourism in Europe from the 1970s onwards, and with the superb flight connections from Faro, access is straightforward.\r\n\r\nOnce you touchdown, you are within 30 minutes of a fantastic concentration of high quality courses; the Vale do Lob and Quinta do Lago estates, which are adjacent, are two of the most prestigious and sought after residential and tourist areas. Here, you can sample the likes of San Lorenzo, an established top 10 European golf course that has hosted countless tournaments, plus the courses of Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo themselves.\r\n\r\nJust along the coast is Vilamoura, a purpose built marina resort town that is synonymous with golf. A 2018 Ryder Cup contender, Vilamoura has 5 courses, of which we recommend both the Old Course and Victoria Course, brought to you by the Oceanico group. 2011-09-01 16:50:42.883978 2011-09-06 15:46:56.163274 regions \N Scotland Golf in the Algarve - San Lorenzo, Quinta Do Lago | Your Golf Tours \N
101 Ballybunion ballybunion #Ballybunion\r\n\r\nTwo remarkable courses laid out over archetypal links land make Ballybunion one of the heralded names in world golf, and the County Kerry heavyweight ranks amond the most sought after of any on the Emerald Isle.\r\n\r\nAmong the most famous to endorse Ballybunion - and there have been many - is Tom Watson, the five-time Open Champion and lover of links golf. Heaping praise on Ballybunion, Watson said that "I am now of the opinion this is one of the best and most beautiful tests of links anywhere in the world."\r\n\r\nBallybunion boasts two top class courses which are uniquely different in character; the Old Course, a 6,500 yard classic links layout, was the original, but has been supplemented with the Cashen Course, opened in 1982 to huge acclaim. Enjoy a day ticket and play both, or bunk down in the Ballybunion Golf Hotel for a couple of days' of top class links golf in Ireland. 2011-08-31 16:17:59.054314 2011-09-09 15:23:42.27279 courses 53.140181,-5.449219 7 Ireland Golf at Ballybunion, County Kerry, Ireland | Your Golf Tours Two remarkable courses laid out over archetypal links land make Ballybunion one of the heralded names in world golf, and the County Kerry heavyweight ranks amond the most sought after of any on the Emerald Isle.
196 Muirfield Golf Course muirfield-golf-course Muirfield is a golf course and club like no other. Home of the Honourable Society of Edinburgh Golfers, Muirfield is exclusive and illustrious like no other in Scotland. The multiple Open Championship host, located just at the end of the charming village of Gullane, boasts what many astute observers believe to be the best and fairest of all the UK's championship links.\r\n\r\nThe Society originally played its golf over the historic Leith Links, in Edinburgh itself, but migrated down the East Lothian coast to find a permanent home at Muirfield. Consistently ranked among the most sought after courses for discerning golf travellers, Muirfield is a glorious and very traditional expression of links golf. The outward half encircles the inward, running in anti-clockwise so that golfers must negotiate the wind from every direction.\r\n\r\nWhilst Muirfield may not be the most immediately striking of courses, its character and sheer quality reveal themselves gradually, presenting what is one of the world's truly great golfing experiences. 2011-09-13 10:31:16.774169 2011-09-13 10:34:56.094492 courses \N Scotland Muirfield Golf Course, Edinburgh, YourGolfTours.com Muirfield is a golf course and club like no other. Home of the Honourable Society of Edinburgh Golfers, Muirfield is exclusive and illustrious like no other in Scotland. The multiple Open Championship host, located just at the end of the charming village of Gullane, boasts what many astute observers believe to be the best and fairest of all the UK's championship links.
197 Gleneagles Hotel gleneagles-hotel The Gleneagles Hotel is a Five Red Star golf resort set in 850 acres of stunning scenery in Perthshire, Scotland. It celebrated its 80th anniversary in June 2004.\r\n\r\nThe Gleneagles Hotel is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World; one of the Great Golf Resorts of the World; and a founder member of Connoisseurs Scotland, the world class grouping of properties which provide an authentic flavour of Scotland to discerning travellers.\r\n\r\nThe Hotel has 3 courses on site including the Kings Course, Queens Course and PGA Centenary Course. The PGA Course will host the Ryder Cup in 2014. The Kings Course was host of the Scottish Open for many years.\r\n\r\nThe Gleneagles Hotel was designed in the style of a French chateau and Capability Brown, the celebrated 18th century landscape gardener, inspired the landscaping.\r\n\r\nLuxurious and impeccable though it is, you will find that the Gleneagles Hotel has a refreshingly relaxed manner that is mirrored by the friendly courtesy of all the staff. From your first wholehearted Scottish welcome you will be looked after warmly by the staff and the services offered. It should certainly be included as a part of a luxury golf tour to Scotland.\r\n\r\nAt the Gleneagles Hotel you can choose from 232 luxurious bedrooms, including 26 exclusively decorated suites. Bedrooms, are in muted colours with sensual fabrics and with spacious bathrooms, ensuring that guests enjoy the finest comforts and the ultimate in relaxation.\r\n\r\nFor more gentler indoor pursuits try The Spa or a quiet swim in one of our two pools. At the Gleneagles Hotel you'll find a world of ease and comfort, time to unwind and reflect. 2011-09-13 10:36:43.030055 2011-09-13 10:36:43.030055 hotels \N Scotland The Gleneagles Hotel, Perthshire - YourGolfTours.com \N
57 Dunbar Golf Club dunbar-golf-club #Dunbar Golf Club\r\n\r\nDesigned by Old Tom Morris around 1850, Dunbar East Links situated on the estuary of the Firth of Forth, is a breathtaking layout of a Championship links course that stretches across 6404 yards of coastal terrain. \r\n\r\nAll of the major Scottish Championships have been played here, The Scottish Amateur, Professional Championship and Scottish Boys` Championship. It has been used as an Open qualifier in the past when the Open is at Muirfield.\r\n\r\nSummer or winter, playing the links course on the shores of the North Sea is a very special experience for any keen golfer. The course is situated on a narrow strip of land which follows the contours of a rocky exposed beach and is bordered on the other side by the Old Deer Park wall, making it a challenging course for all levels of players.\r\nBeing by the sea shore naturally means that the wind plays a main factor with the course itself, a light breeze can transform this course into a serious challenge, producing a new playing experience with every round.\r\n\r\nRenowned for its friendly welcoming atmosphere, playing at Dunbar East Links is an experience that is not soon forgotten, offering all year round golf. This is a classic links golf course, with outstanding views over the Firth of Forth, May Island and towards the distant outline of Fife. Dunbar East Links is on the eastern edge of Dunbar, lying within the county of East Lothian which is historically known as the "Cradle of Golf". 2011-08-31 15:11:50.403326 2011-09-06 16:12:36.940301 courses \N Scotland Golf at Dunbar Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours \N
55 Dalmahoy Golf Club dalmahoy-golf-club #Dalmahoy Golf Club\r\n\r\n### Dalmahoy East\r\n\r\nThis James Braid parkland course has hosted the Scottish Seniors Open, the Scottish PGA Championships, and the Solheim Cup. \r\n\r\nAt a grand total of 7,475 yards, this course demands some powerful drives! With deep bunkers and huge, undulating greens, your accuracy and club choice will be tested frequently. The course is set amongst 1,000 acres of rolling, wooded parkland. This adds a pleasant twist to your round by offering challenging lies. Hazards are frequent and intimidating, as Braid made good use of the natural lay of the land. Watch out for the 15th, ominously nicknamed 'The Wee Wrecker'! \r\nThe East course has recently benefited from a substantial investment and a few holes have been completely changed to offer a fantastic 18 holes of golf.\r\n\r\n### Dalmahoy West\r\n\r\nThe Dalmahoy West course offers a great accuracy challenge, as you are faced with tight fairways and hard greens that test ball control. \r\n\r\nThe closing holes in particular feature the Gogar Burn, which provides an interesting obstacle and adds to the challenge. Stray shots are punished with thick, deep rough, but accuracy is well rewarded. Although shorter than Dalmahoy East, ( the West course measures 5,212 yards) this course is no pushover. 2011-08-31 15:11:06.140325 2011-09-08 15:28:06.954996 courses \N Scotland Golf at Dalmahoy Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours At a grand total of 7,475 yards, the Dalmahoy East course demands some powerful drives! With deep bunkers and huge, undulating greens, your accuracy and club choice will be tested frequently. The course is set amongst 1,000 acres of rolling, wooded parkland.
199 Burnham & Berrow Golf Course burnham-berrow-golf-course Authentic links golf is the hallmark of Burnham and Berrow, a hidden gem of England's South Western corner that has a loyal following of devout seaside golfers. Since its 1890 inception, Burnham and Berrow has been the proud host to a long list of prestigious national amateur championships, and today still ranks among the most highly regarded coastal courses in England.\r\n\r\nThe original nine holes were expanded in 1910 by Herbert Fowler, whose work included the current finishing hole as well as the famous 'Church Hole'. Fowler's route was more than 6,000 and a decent test, but in 1913 the members sought the help of Harry Colt to make the course even more challenging.\r\n\r\nColt's blueprint included the removal of all blind driving holes, as well as the introduction of a half-dozen fantastic new holes. The 9th and 10th were among the new additions, and for these Colt took advice from Dr. Alister Mackenzie - who later achieved fame by designing Augusta National. These holes now form a key part of the Burnham and Berrow experience, which is central to enjoying a championship golf tour in Cornwall and England's South West. 2011-09-13 10:47:48.587384 2011-09-13 10:48:36.713238 courses \N England Burnham & Berrow Golf Course - South West Golf Tours - YourGolfTours.com Authentic links golf is the hallmark of Burnham and Berrow, a hidden gem of England's South Western corner that has a loyal following of devout seaside golfers. Since its 1890 inception, Burnham and Berrow has been the proud host to a long list of prestigious national amateur championships, and today still ranks among the most highly regarded coastal courses in England.
7 Dublin dublin # Dublin\r\n\r\nDublin is one of the most vibrant and enjoyable cities in Europe and the golf on offer in and around the capital is also if the very highest order. There is something for all golfing tastes here as the superb links courses like Portmarnock, Royal Dublin and The Island are supported ably by stunning inland layouts including Druids Glen and recent Ryder Cup host, The K Club. \r\n\r\nOffering stunning five star accommodation and two outstanding golf courses, Druids Glen is a golfer’s haven set in the picturesque Wicklow countryside while the grand K Club is home to two of the finest inland tests in Ireland including the Palmer Course which is widely considered to be the toughest inland layout in Ireland. \r\n\r\nThe hospitality of the locals is unrivalled and with Dublin City within a stones throw, a golf tour in and around the Irish capital is sure to be a unique and fun-filled golfing experience. 2011-08-30 16:07:04.913184 2011-09-13 13:08:40.701889 regions 53.209322,-6.009521 9 Ireland Golf in Dublin - Druids Glen, The K Club - Your Golf Tours \N
4 East Lothian east-lothian # East Lothian\r\n\r\nAt the heart of the Lothians, Edinburgh is surrounded by some of Scotland’s greatest golf courses and can be the starting point for an amazing golf tour. \r\nEdinburgh is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations where culture and history are combined with an amazing energy that is created by a multicultural population and of course visiting golfers looking for a good time. \r\n\r\nAn East Lothian golf tour takes in some of Scotland’s golfing heavyweights as well as other amazing courses that seem to have flown under the radar of golfers for years. Open Championship qualifying venues including North Berwick and Dunbar are sure to get the golfing juices going while lesser known gems including Gullane, The Glen and Kilspsindie may well prove to be the highlights of the tour. \r\n\r\nFollowing a recent refurbishment my MacDonald Hotels and Resorts the historic Marine Hotel has been restored to its former glory and is now one of the premier destinations in and around the Scottish capital meaning an East Lothian Tour will combine the best of Scottish golf with the finest Scottish accommodation. 2011-08-30 15:26:13.605716 2011-09-13 09:17:51.260269 tours 56.020646,-2.509003 10 Scotland East Lothian Golf Tours - The Glen, North Berwick, | Your Golf Tours \N
143 North West Ireland north-west-ireland #North West Ireland\r\n\r\nThe famous names in Irish golf and related media attention are often drawn to the South West region and Dublin, but in a way that works to the advantage of the North and West of the Emerald Isle, which is where some phenomenal and relatively unknown call home.\r\n\r\n<div class='image'>\r\n<img src='/images/content/carne.jpg' alt='Carne Golf Club' />\r\nCarne Golf Club\r\n</div>\r\n\r\nRest assured, the famous craic for which Ireland is known is present in spades around the North West, where the locals, including members of our recommended golf courses, will make you feel right at home. Enjoying a few pints of Guinness in a classic Irish pub is one of the lasting memories for many a golfer fortunate enough to tour Ireland.\r\n\r\n<div class='image'>\r\n<img src='/images/content/connemara.jpg' alt='Connemara Golf Club' />\r\nConnemara Golf Club\r\n</div>\r\n\r\nThe likes of Carne, Connemara and Enniscrone may not exactly flow from the tongue at first thought of the best courses in Ireland, but these are outstanding links layouts that offer you the chance to experience seaside golf in its purest form.\r\n\r\n<div class='image'>\r\n<img src='/images/content/enniscrone.jpg' alt='Enniscrone Golf Club' />\r\nEnniscrone Golf Club\r\n</div>\r\n\r\nIreland's North West is less commercially developed that its more populous centres, but it is charming, rugged and beautiful. Specially selected hotels will provide the golfer-friendly accommodation to start your golf tour in the utmost comfort. 2011-09-01 16:48:07.700447 2011-09-06 16:47:23.972624 regions \N Scotland North West Ireland Golf Tours | Your Golf Tours \N
40 Downfield Golf Club downfield-golf-club #Downfield Golf Club\r\n\r\nDownfield is a stunning course set in Dundee parkland.\r\n\r\nIt was designed by CK Cotton. Downfield is a par 73 course with lush fairways and good paced greens which both scratch players and high handicappers can enjoy. \r\n\r\nFrom the back tees the course exceeds 6,800 yards. Ditches and ponds test your accuracy and courage, and the 100+ species of trees offer a varied and testing round. Combined with the vast array of wildlife present in Downfield, this verdant parkland offers much to complement your round. 2011-08-31 14:57:56.565199 2011-09-08 15:29:00.340367 courses \N Scotland Golf at Downfield Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Downfield is a stunning course set in Dundee parkland. Designed by CK Cotton, Downfield is a par 73 course with lush fairways and good paced greens which both scratch players and high handicappers can enjoy.
5 St Andrews on a Shoestring st-andrews-on-a-shoestring # St Andrews on a Shoestring\r\n\r\nSt Andrews is synonymous with Scottish golf and rightly so. The Old Course is the oldest 18 hole golf course in the world and St Andrews itself is considered to be the spiritual home of golf. Although the Old Course steals all the headlines, St Andrews has much more to offer the golfer travelling to Scotland and the St Andrews on a Shoestring Tour has it all. \r\n\r\nGolfers on this tour will experience some of the very best golf and accommodation Scotland has to offer. Your base will be the stunningly lavish Fairmont St Andrews where you will enjoy five star accommodation, world class facilities and outstanding restaurants; not to mention two of the finest new golf courses in Scotland: the Torrance Course and the Kittocks Course. \r\n\r\nNo Scottish golf tour would be complete without a crack at the famous Old Course so you shall be entered into the ballot. You will also play the St Andrews New Course which is widely considered to be the best course on the St Andrews links; high praise indeed considering its location next to the Old Course. \r\n\r\nOn top of the magical Fairmont St Andrews experience and the golf on the St Andrews links this tour will see you visit other Scottish golfing heavyweights including the mighty Kingsbarns and the devilishly difficult Carnoustie Championship Course. All things considered this golf tour is sure to live on in the memory for years to come. 2011-08-30 15:28:38.647402 2011-09-13 09:24:44.3156 tours 56.394904,-2.530975 10 Scotland St Andrews Golf Tours - Old Course, Kingsbarns | Your Golf Tours \N
198 Barnstaple Hotel barnstaple-hotel The charming town of Barnstaple, on the Devon coastline, is home to a welcoming and comforting hotel that has long been viewed as a haven for golfers visiting to the experience the region's bountiful championship links courses. The Barnstaple Hotel is an icon of North Devon, and one which offers the sort of traditional hospitality that the discerning golf traveller will appreciate.\r\n\r\nSpacious and tastefully decorated, the rooms at the Barnstaple are perfectly suited for golfers. Enjoy the warm welcome and superb hospitality, as well as good onsite facilities, while the hotel's public lounge areas are the ideal place to unwind.\r\n\r\nTake time to enjoy the culinary landscape of this North Devon haven - the Sunday carvery is always popular, while the main restaurant is known for its appetising menu that draws influence from the splendid local produce. The Barnstaple's location makes it the perfect base from which to explore the likes of Royal North Devon and the glorious Saunton. 2011-09-13 10:43:49.364444 2011-09-13 10:48:19.142732 hotels \N England The Barnstaple Hotel, South West England Golf Tours - YourGolfTours.com The charming town of Barnstaple, on the Devon coastline, is home to a welcoming and comforting hotel that has long been viewed as a haven for golfers visiting to the experience the region's bountiful championship links courses. The Barnstaple Hotel is an icon of North Devon, and one which offers the sort of traditional hospitality that the discerning golf traveller will appreciate.
82 Royal St George's royal-st-georges #Royal St George's\r\n\r\nOpen Champion fixture Royal St George's, home to the greatest tournament in the world in both 2003 and 2011, rightly ranks firmly near the top of the best courses in the world, links or otherwise, In purely links terms, many will argue that St George's joins an elite group with Birkdale, Turnberry and County Down as the very finest.\r\n\r\nDriving in towards a relatively unassuming clubhouse, you are greeted with a view of sand dunes massed for miles along the coast; this is part of the charm of St Georges, as each hole is effectively self-contained within the mounds, creating a sort of stadium style banking around many holes. You are unlikely to get frequent views of fellow golfers on other parts of the course, and are left to focus purely on the hole in front of you.\r\n\r\nThe course winds in all directions, giving you constantly changing visuals and wind directions, and the challenge of plotting between the cavernous bunkers and avoiding the at times treacherous rough is a tough one. That said, good shots are rewarded around what will be a highlight for any lover of seaside golf. 2011-08-31 15:55:25.282108 2011-09-07 15:39:31.766075 courses \N England Golf at Royal St Georges's, England | Your Golf Tours
68 Machrihanish Dunes machrihanish-dunes #Machrihanish Dunes\r\n\r\nMachrihanish Golf Club is situated on the Kintyre Peninsula 140 miles by road from Glasgow. The natural 18 hole golf course is well known throughout the world, and has been voted to have "the best opening hole in golf" by golf architects and players and listed in the top 100 golf courses outside the USA by the Golfer's Digest.\r\n\r\nThe course presents a spectacular opening hole, large sandy bunkers, neat fairways, tough rough and greens of the highest standard.\r\n\r\nLittle has been changed to disturb the natural scenic beauty and inspiring challenge of the delightful 18 hole links golf course. The outward nine follow the hills and hollows among the sand dunes, with the stunning clear waters lapping on the sandy beach by the opening hole.\r\n\r\nThe inward nine holes are pleasant with the backdrop of the south Kintyre hills. The back nine feature two par fives and three tricky par threes.\r\n\r\nThe course, unlike mainland courses, plays differently every day with wind temperatures, strengths and directions changing quickly and regularly affected by the Atlantic currents and the coastal conditions.\r\n\r\nThe club is very friendly and welcoming, with visitors returning from around the globe to play this unique course then finish the day watching the stunning sunsets over Islay.\r\n\r\nMachrihanish offers a superb golfing experience which you will want to do again, and again.... and again. Machrihanish hosted the Scottish Ladies' Amateur Championship in May 1990 and May 2000, and the Scottish Boys Amateur Championship in July 2004. 2011-08-31 15:24:41.460607 2011-09-08 15:39:10.215575 courses \N Scotland Golf at Machrihanish Dunes, Kintyre, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Little has been changed to disturb the natural scenic beauty and inspiring challenge of Machrihanish Dunes. The outward nine follow the hills and hollows among the sand dunes, with the stunning clear waters lapping on the sandy beach by the opening hole.
42 Monifieth Golf Club monifieth-golf-club #Monifieth Golf Club\r\n\r\nWhen it was announced that Carnoustie was to host the 1999 Open Championship, there was an air of excitement in the local area, since the Open had not been to Carnoustie since 1975.\r\n\r\nIt was no surprise that Monifieth was asked to be one of the Final Qualifying courses for the Carnoustie Open. The area around Carnoustie is extremely fortunate in the provision of good golf courses, and so Final Open Qualifying courses were readily available. The chosen courses were (in addition to Monifieth) Montrose, Panmure Barry and Downfield in Dundee.\r\n\r\nFor Monifieth Medal course, this was the third time that it had been asked to be a Final Open Qualifying course. A links course with a fair share of hazards to trap the tournament golfer, it is the ideal golf course for such an event.\r\n\r\nIn addition to being a Final Open Qualifying course, Monifieth Medal course has also staged other important events.\r\n\r\nIn 1997, the Scottish Open Amateur Strokeplay event was at Monifieth. The Scottish internationalist, Barclay Howard, was a very popular winner of this competition after trying to win it for many years. 2011-08-31 14:59:33.121581 2011-09-08 15:41:20.263851 courses \N Scotland Golf at Monifieth Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Monifieth has played host to Carnoustie Open qualifying on three occasions. A links course with a fair share of hazards to trap the tournament golfer, it is the ideal golf course for such an event.
8 Royal County Down, Portrush & Ballyliffin royal-county-down-portrush-ballyliffin # Royal County Down, Portrush & Ballyliffin \r\n\r\nNorthern Ireland is at the forefront of world golf at the moment thanks to the efforts of recent major champions Rory McIlroy and Darren Clarke. Since Clarke’s Open Championship triumph the R&A have hinted that the Open may well head back to Northern Ireland and so it should considering the quality of the golf courses on offer in the country. \r\n\r\nThe rugged coastlines in Northern Ireland have been the perfect canvas for the creation of a collection of the finest links courses in the UK a couple of which are firmly entrenched in lists of the finest golf courses in the world including Royal County Down; one of the stop offs on this outstanding tour. \r\n\r\nRoyal County Down is reason enough to make the trip to Northern Ireland but with classic like Royal Portrush and Portstewart also on the menu this golf tour is a must. As well as playing on these much revered courses you will also pay some hidden gems a visit where the quality of the golf is sure to delight and leave you wondering why these lesser known courses remain so well hidden. Ardglass and Castlerock make up the Northern Ireland itinerary and golfers will also pay a visit to Ballyliffin; the most northerly golf course in Ireland. \r\n\r\nAll of this world class golf will be supplemented by the finest accommodation on offer as golfers will visit the Slieve Donard Resort, the Ballyliffin Lodge and the iconic Bushmills Inn made famous by the famous Bushmills Distillery. 2011-08-30 16:09:03.742097 2011-09-13 09:44:03.813293 tours 54.819679,-5.454712 8 Ireland Northern Ireland Golf Tours - Royal County Down | Your Golf Tours \N
47 Nairn Golf Club nairn-golf-club #Nairn Golf Club\r\n\r\nThis Traditional Scottish Golf Links Course was created on the shores of the Moray Firth from a wilderness of whins and heather, and tests the talents of professional and amateur alike.\r\n\r\nFounded in 1887 and extended by Archie Simpson, Old Tom Morris and James Braid it is now one of the best courses in the United Kingdom.\r\n\r\nSince its foundation, Nairn has been prominent in the golfing arena, having had distinguished Presidents, including Viscount Finlay (the first president) and the late Viscount Whitelaw. The mystique of this Highland course has attracted many famous people, including Lord Balfour, Auchterlonie, Kirkcaldy, Vardon Locke and Cotton.\r\n\r\nNairn Golf Club has been regularly chosen for national championships, which have included:\r\n\r\n1999 The 37th Walker Cup, 1996 23rd Junior Ladies U21, 1994 The Amateur Championship, The Vagliano Trophy, British Boys and Boys Internationals, Scottish Amateur, British Ladies Open Amateur, Scottish Ladies, Scottish Professional, Northern Open, 1895 Professional Invitation\r\n\r\nNairn Golf Club has nurtured many golfing talents, with members winning professional titles in Europe, including the Dutch, Belgian and Italian Opens, in addition to successes in the USA and New Zealand. Nairn Golf Club has been represented at amateur level in the Walker Cup.\r\n\r\nFive Nairn members have attained the highest honour in golf, that of becoming the Captain of The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews.\r\n\r\nThe magnificent New Clubhouse which was built in 1990 is the envy of many and adds to the pleasure of playing at Nairn. As well as the challenging Championship Course the club offers an interesting but less strenuous nine hole (Newton Course) and a practice ground adjacent to the 18th fairway. 2011-08-31 15:03:56.349966 2011-09-08 15:42:05.930678 courses \N Scotland Golf at Nairn Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours This Traditional Scottish Golf Links Course was created on the shores of the Moray Firth from a wilderness of whins and heather, and tests the talents of professional and amateur alike.
123 Oceanico Victoria Course oceanico-victoria-course #Oceanico Victoria Course\r\n\r\nCrafted by the great Arnold Palmer, the Victoria Course is the flagship stadium style course in the Oceanico group, and is the annual host of a high profile European Tour event. The course was constructed to the highest specification, and is a fantastic example of a modern golfing experience, with a country club service and a glorious clubhouse.\r\n\r\nOpened in 2004, the Victoria Course is the product of a $25 million investment by Oceanico with the aim of developing the Algarve's premier tournament course. By calling in Arnold Palmer to map out the layout, the result is a risk versus reward, action packed golfing adventure befitting the man himself.\r\n\r\nWell in excess of 7,000 yards from the back tees, the Victoria is a stern examination, with plenty of water and a continuous succession of daunting driving holes. That said, the course is playable, and the spectacular layout created by Palmer is a joy to behold. Located on the fringes of Vilamoura, the Victoria is easily accessible for those staying there or at either the Dona Filipa or Quinta do Lago hotels. 2011-08-31 16:40:45.517463 2011-09-08 15:43:50.097913 courses \N Portugal Golf at Oceanico Victoria Course Portugal | Your Golf Tours, Vilamoura, P Crafted by the great Arnold Palmer, the Victoria Course is the flagship stadium style course in the Oceanico group, and is the annual host of a high profile European Tour event.
201 Royal North Devon Golf Course royal-north-devon-golf-course Royal North Devon is the ultimate course for the golf history enthusiast; founded in 1864, it is the oldest course in England that still utilises its original fairways. Often known as 'Westward Ho!', after the village in which it is located, Royal North Devon is a glorious seaside course that comes highly recommended for any groups tackling the best championship links on England's South West coast.\r\n\r\nAs is the case with many of the most endearing seaside courses, the layout and routing of Royal North Devon are dictated to the designer by the land, and not the other way around. Herbert Fowler, prolific in the region around the turn of the twentieth century, was called in to revise the original Old Tom Morris creation, and little has changed since then.\r\n\r\nThe rugged collection of sand dunes form the spine of the golfing experience at Royal North Devon, a gem of a seaside track that is a fantastic option for golfers experiencing a tour of England's stunning South West. 2011-09-13 10:57:49.605567 2011-09-13 10:58:04.277893 courses \N England Royal North Devon Golf Course - YourGolfTours.com Royal North Devon is the ultimate course for the golf history enthusiast; founded in 1864, it is the oldest course in England that still utilises its original fairways. Often known as 'Westward Ho!', after the village in which it is located, Royal North Devon is a glorious seaside course that comes highly recommended for any groups tackling the best championship links on England's South West coast.
144 Dublin Tour dublin #Dublin\r\n\r\nHead to the capital of Ireland and you're assured a warm welcome. The vibrant, cosmopolitan centre has plenty to offer, with extremely lively after hours action centred around the likes of Temple Bar.\r\n\r\nThe off-course activity is no doubt important, but what golfers will be keen to hear is that Dublin and its surroundings are a mecca for any avid player, with a huge number of terrific courses of differing styles; in Dublin you can have a full workout of links golf at the seaside and the best in resort golf within a 30-minute drive.\r\n\r\nStarting with links golf, with which is Ireland is perhaps most associated with, the Dublin area is led by terrific seaside gems like The Island and Portmarnock, both of which take as their inspiration the massive sand dunes and the humps and hollows of the natural land - golf as it really should be, totally unfussy and hugely challenging.\r\n\r\nArguably more relaxing but equally as impressive are the Dublin resorts; Carton House is excellent, with courses from O'Meara and Montgomerie, while the most recognisable name for many will be The K Club, host of the 2006 Ryder Cup and a fantastic choice for any golf tour around Dublin. 2011-09-01 16:48:30.092101 2011-09-13 13:07:11.931849 tours \N Ireland Dublin Golf Tour, K Club, Portmarnock, The Island from YourGolfTours.com \N
56 Dunbar Golf Club dunbar-golf-club #Dunbar Golf Club\r\n\r\nDesigned by Old Tom Morris around 1850, Dunbar East Links situated on the estuary of the Firth of Forth, is a breathtaking layout of a Championship links course that stretches across 6404 yards of coastal terrain. \r\n\r\nAll of the major Scottish Championships have been played here, The Scottish Amateur, Professional Championship and Scottish Boys` Championship. It has been used as an Open qualifier in the past when the Open is at Muirfield.\r\n\r\nSummer or winter, playing the links course on the shores of the North Sea is a very special experience for any keen golfer. The course is situated on a narrow strip of land which follows the contours of a rocky exposed beach and is bordered on the other side by the Old Deer Park wall, making it a challenging course for all levels of players.\r\nBeing by the sea shore naturally means that the wind plays a main factor with the course itself, a light breeze can transform this course into a serious challenge, producing a new playing experience with every round.\r\n\r\nRenowned for its friendly welcoming atmosphere, playing at Dunbar East Links is an experience that is not soon forgotten, offering all year round golf. This is a classic links golf course, with outstanding views over the Firth of Forth, May Island and towards the distant outline of Fife. Dunbar East Links is on the eastern edge of Dunbar, lying within the county of East Lothian which is historically known as the "Cradle of Golf". 2011-08-31 15:11:42.971042 2011-09-08 15:29:15.390443 courses \N Scotland Golf at Dunbar Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Designed by Old Tom Morris around 1850, Dunbar East Links situated on the estuary of the Firth of Forth, is a breathtaking layout of a Championship links course that stretches across 6404 yards of coastal terrain.
78 St George's Hill st-georges-hill #St George's Hill\r\n\r\nSt George's Hill may be one of the lesser known of the top class courses around London, but those who know it will tell you that it ranks among the very best. The mature heathland turf, lined with purple heather in the summer months, is reminiscent of the likes of Swinley Forest, and the layout is equally impressive.\r\n\r\nFounded in 1911, the golf course at St George's Hill was mapped out by Harry S. Colt, the revered English golf architect whose name is attached to many of the best in England, and is overlooked by a striking clubhouse, whose terraced frontage makes a beautiful place to sit out and watch playing companions finish up.\r\n\r\nColt's 18 holes are joined by the 9-hole Green Loop added subsequently by Donald Steel, and they all sit at the heart of a prestigious private estate just south of London. Banked by the heather and mature fir trees, St George's Hill is a hugely attractive course whose richly varied holes present an enjoyable test.\r\n\r\nCombine with the likes of nearby Foxhills, as well as the links courses of the Kent coast such as Royal St George's, for a fantastic golf tour in England. 2011-08-31 15:53:16.490914 2011-09-08 15:52:07.11804 courses \N England Golf at St George's Hill, London, England | Your Golf Tours St George's Hill may be one of the lesser known of the top class courses around London, but those who know it will tell you that it ranks among the very best. The mature heathland turf, lined with purple heather in the summer months, is reminiscent of the likes of Swinley Forest, and the layout is equally impressive.
117 Twenty Ten Course, Celtic Manor twenty-ten-course-celtic-manor #Twenty Ten Course, Celtic Manor\r\n\r\nThe 2010 Ryder Cup, hosted at The Celtic Manor Resort, is the recognition of Wales' arrival on the world golfing stage, and at the very heart of it is The Twenty Ten Course, the resort's pride and joy. This is the first course ever to be purpose-built to host the most important team event on the calendar, and it ranks as one of the most exciting and sought after new destinations in the world.\r\n\r\nCreated as a true stadium course for the purpose of hosting high profile professional events, The Twenty Ten and its natural amphitheatres have the capacity for up to 50,000 spectators, and with the vast swathes of water that line many holes, drama is never far away.\r\n\r\nClassic risk versus reward is the theme of The Twenty Ten, with daunting carries over water a regular proposition. Birdie chances are out there however for the brave, but when taken from tournament tees, the layout tips the scales at a meaty 7,493 yards, which is not for the faint hearted.\r\n\r\nLong rough, beautifully sculpted swales and immaculate conditioning are among the hallmarks of the Twenty Ten, which offers an experience unlike any other in the country, and one which will be a highlight of any golf trip to Wales. 2011-08-31 16:32:45.809129 2011-09-08 15:53:50.518907 courses \N Wales Golf at Celtic Manor, Twenty Ten Course, Wales | Your Golf Tours The 2010 Ryder Cup, hosted at The Celtic Manor Resort, is the recognition of Wales' arrival on the world golfing stage, and at the very heart of it is The Twenty Ten Course, the resort's pride and joy.
29 Gleneagles PGA Centenary Course gleneagles-pga-centenary-course #Gleneagles PGA Centenary Course\r\n\r\nThe PGA Centenary Course, designed by Jack Nicklaus, is a modern classic, combining the best of both earlier designs.\r\n\r\nEven for a champion and acclaimed golf architect like Nicklaus, The PGA Centenary Course was a challenge. It had to be a great course and, set as it is in the heart of Scotland, the country which gave the world golf; it had to fit into the landscape in a way that did no violence to the Scottish tradition.\r\n\r\nIt had to be unique in its challenge, a course in the modern design ethos that at its fullest stretch tests the greatest players, while, in the immortal phrase of Bobby Jones, "offering problems a man may attempt according to his ability... never hopeless for the lesser player nor failing to concern and interest the expert."\r\n\r\nFrom the back tees, The PGA Centenary Course measures 7,081 yards, however, the tees are graded at each hole in five stages, including a challenging 6,551 yards from the white markers down to 5,065 from the red.\r\n\r\nFittingly, The PGA Centenary Course begins by playing southeast towards the famed glen of the eagles sweeping up the Ochil Hills to the summit of the pass below Ben Shee which joins it to Glendevon.\r\n\r\nA feature of The PGA Centenary Course is the feast of views of the spectacular countryside in which Gleneagles is set. Putting on the two-tier second green, you are distracted by the lush panorama of the rich Perthshire straths. As you move westwards over the next few holes, the rugged Grampians come into view on the right, then distantly purple ahead, Ben Vorlich and the mountains above the Trossachs. 2011-08-31 14:18:55.093421 2011-09-08 15:33:21.376116 courses \N Scotland Golf at Gleneagles - PGA Centenary Course | Your Golf Tours The PGA Centenary Course, designed by Jack Nicklaus, is a modern classic, combining the best of both earlier designs.
28 Gleneagles Queen's Course gleneagles-queens-course #Gleneagles Queen's Course\r\n\r\nThe natural beauty of the Queen`s Course inspires the world`s most experienced players.\r\n\r\nThe Queen`s Course, in its long history, has played host to some of the world`s golfing greats. The beautiful settings and the challenge of the golf have attracted such top golfers as Johnny Miller, Greg Norman, Seve Ballesteros, Tom Watson, and Lee Trevino, as well as great names from the entertainment and sports worlds including Sean Connery, Burt Lancaster, Bing Crosby, Jackie Stewart, and astronaut, Alan Shepard (the only man to hit a golf shot on the moon).\r\n\r\nThreading through high ridges on the north and west sides of the estate, the Queen`s offers lovely woodland settings, lochans and ditches as water hazards, as well as many moorland characteristics.\r\n\r\nAt 3192 yards long, the challenge of the first nine can be deceptive, with even some of the best players finding it a test to make par into a fresh south-westerly breeze.\r\n\r\nDo not be lulled into a sense of false security as you stand on the first tee. The "Trystin` Tree," or lover`s meeting place, after which the hole is named, is a challenging opener. The ground falls away at your feet, the fairway swings round to the left and slopes towards the trees, and there are a couple of cunningly-placed bunkers testing your approach into the miniscule green. 2011-08-31 14:18:11.322283 2011-09-08 15:33:37.608436 courses \N Scotland Golf at Gleneagles - Queen's Course | Your Golf Tours Threading through high ridges on the north and west sides of the estate, the Queen`s offers lovely woodland settings, lochans and ditches as water hazards, as well as many moorland characteristics.
73 Hillside Golf Club hillside-golf-club #Hillside Golf Club\r\n\r\nHillside is the next door neighbour of Royal Birkdale, regarded by many to be the best links course in England, and while Birkdale's reputation casts long shadows, there is no reason for Hillside to be regarded as inferior. In fact, this may well be the best hidden gem in north west England.\r\n\r\nAs you would expect, Hillside is fortunate enough to enjoy the same sandy soil and ancient dunes as its more illustrious stablemate, and it is this classic links terrain that forms the building blocks of a truly wonderful layout.\r\n\r\nRich in variety, Hillside winds through the dunes in all directions, presenting golfers with any number of different viewpoints and challenges, and is home to a number of outstanding holes.\r\n\r\nFavourites with many are the short 10th, whose raised green is framed by trees and cavernous bunkers, and the iconic 11th, whose fairway winds right then left. All around Hillside you will enjoy a mature, fair yet challenging proposition, and one that flies under the radar as one of the UK's very best coastal courses. 2011-08-31 15:40:38.433488 2011-09-08 15:34:34.380291 courses \N England Golf at Hillside Golf Club, North West England | Your Golf Tours Hillside is the next door neighbour of Royal Birkdale, regarded by many to be the best links course in England, and while Birkdale's reputation casts long shadows, there is no reason for Hillside to be regarded as inferior. In fact, this may well be the best hidden gem in north west England.
59 Kilspindie Golf Club kilspindie-golf-club #Kilspindie Golf Club\r\n\r\nKilspindie is a 5,480 yard long par 69 links course. \r\n\r\nCreated in 1898 by Ben Sayers and Alex MacKenzie Ross, this course is steeped in history and offers wonderful views from each hole. Well defined fairways and quick greens complement this tight, short course. Several holes border the shoreline, adding another challenge to a rather unforgiving course. \r\n\r\nHazards include the beach, heavy rough and strategically placed bunkers. All in, this course is a demanding but worthwhile challenge. \r\n\r\nKilspindie is host bi-annually to the alternative Ryder cup - a match played by 12 Americans against 12 Europeans, using pre 1930's hickories! 2011-08-31 15:15:03.01778 2011-09-08 15:34:52.479287 courses \N Scotland Golf at Kilspindie Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Created in 1898 by Ben Sayers and Alex MacKenzie Ross, this course is steeped in history and offers wonderful views from each hole. Well defined fairways and quick greens complement this tight, short course. Several holes border the shoreline, adding another challenge to a rather unforgiving course.
63 Kintyre Course, Turnberry kintyre-course-turnberry #Kintyre Course, Turnberry\r\n\r\nBuilding on the challenges laid down by the famous old Arran course, the Kintyre is links golf at its exhilarating best.\r\n\r\nUndulating greens, glorious fairways, magnificent ocean holes, and all with stunning views of Kintyre, Arran, and the famous Turnberry Lighthouse.\r\n\r\nThe view that greets you from the brow of Bain`s Hill is just one moment among many you`ll want to savour again and again. As the short ascent is made from the 7th green, it is as if a theatrical curtain is opened to reveal a stunning set. The extra elevation multiplies the panorama that stretches in every direction, but the shots, too, are breathtaking.\r\n\r\nThese range from a delicate pitch in a rocky dell on the 8th to a thrilling second along the shoreline on the 9th. Widely regarded as the Kintyre`s signature hole, the 8th, involves a drive from an elevated tee towards the sea and an unforgettable blind second shot to the green set in a gully by the rocks.\r\n\r\nUnseen from the tee, hidden by a narrow ridge, the green is in a cove that seems to merge with the craggy beach beyond. As for the 9th, an invigorating drive offers the choice between adventure and caution, a par 5 set against the background of the renowned symbols of Turnberry, Ailsa Craig and the Lighthouse. 2011-08-31 15:20:02.734247 2011-09-08 15:36:55.403303 courses \N Scotland Golf at Turnberry, Kintyre Course | Your Golf Tours Building on the challenges laid down by the famous old Arran course, the Kintyre is links golf at its exhilarating best. Undulating greens, glorious fairways, magnificent ocean holes, and all with stunning views of Kintyre, Arran, and the famous Turnberry Lighthouse.
70 Lochgreen Course, Troon lochgreen-course-troon #Lochgreen Course, Troon\r\n\r\nLochgreen is the best of the trio of municipal courses on the east side of the popular holiday town of Troon.\r\n\r\nThey each offer an excellent golfing experience and at a fraction of the royal fee charged at their more aristocratic neighbours. Lochgreen is the longer course, a Par 74 running parallel at points to Royal Troon and used for several years as a qualifier for the Open. Jack Nicklaus shot an 82 here in an Open Qualifier followed by a more appropriate 68 making the cut buy one shot.\r\n\r\nAlthough Lochgreen is predominately a links type course, the layout is truly varied, with one stretch - known as the `Dovecot Section` - providing holes of a more parkland type character. The course has several holes that are reminiscent of its royal neighbour and one hole in particular - the fifth - would do justice to any championship test.\r\n\r\nAt well over 400 yards the hole runs parallel to the same railway that borders the championship course, with bunkers and gorse providing additional hazards. The par three that follows offers no respite and the golfer who misses the gorse-surrounded green would do well to play a provisional ball.\r\n\r\nIt was during the 1962 Open qualifier that Australian Kel Nagle set the present course record of 65, with the amateur record of 66 being set at the same time by Martin Christmas. Both golfers doubtless celebrated their feats in the Bunker Bar and Restaurant that forms part of the spacious clubhouse shared by Darley, Lochgreen and Fullarton. 2011-08-31 15:26:50.973463 2011-09-08 15:37:58.819043 courses \N Scotland Golf at Troon, Lochgreen Course | Your Golf Tours Lochgreen is the best of the trio of municipal courses on the east side of the popular holiday town of Troon. They each offer an excellent golfing experience and at a fraction of the royal fee charged at their more aristocratic neighbours.
126 Monte Rei monte-rei #Monte Rei\r\n\r\nThe Signature Jack Nicklaus designed course at Monte Rei ranks among the most exciting new golfing projects to be unveiled in Europe in recent years. The golf course is the first of two planned at the resort, and has transformed the face of golf on the Eastern Algarve; previously not associated with high quality courses, the region has Monte Rei to thank for making it a golfing hotbed.\r\n\r\nSet amid rolling hills, Monte Rei was carved by the Golden Bear out of a somewhat unenticing parcel of land, but the product of Nicklaus' imagination is a dynamic, challenging and visually striking golf course that garnered much praise in its early years of existence.\r\n\r\nThe hype is not undeserved though, as Monte Rei's 7,187 yard journey is a genuine championship experience, with the added clubhouse and infrastructure helping to create a country club experience more akin to those in the US.\r\n\r\nViews of the imposing mountains to the north and the Atlantic coastline to the south help to create a special backdrop for Monte Rei, which has been supplanted into the upper echelons of resort golf courses in Europe, and comes highly recommended for any golf vacations in Portugal. 2011-08-31 16:42:10.822856 2011-09-08 15:41:33.95406 courses \N Portugal Golf at Monte Rei, Algarve, Portugal | Your Golf Tours Set amid rolling hills, Monte Rei was carved by the Golden Bear out of a somewhat unenticing parcel of land, but the product of Nicklaus' imagination is a dynamic, challenging and visually striking golf course that garnered much praise in its early years of existence.
48 Nairn Dunbar nairn-dunbar #Nairn Dunbar\r\n\r\nSituated on the shores of the Moray Firth, the Nairn Dunbar golf course, founded in 1899, is a highly rated Scottish links championship course representing a formidable challenge with its gorse and whin lined fairways.\r\n\r\nThe club enjoys a growing reputation for high quality competition golf. Renowned for its excellent condition and friendly reception to visitors, it was the chosen venue in 1999 for the Northern Open Professional Championship, the Scottish Ladies Amateur Stroke Play and the Scottish Boys Stroke Play.\r\n\r\nIn 2001 the club hosted the Scottish Amateur Stroke Play Championship (qualifying rounds) and for 2002 it is the venue for the Seniors Home Internationals and the Scottish Open Amateur Mixed Tournaments.\r\n\r\nAn outstanding new clubhouse was officially opened in May 1998 by Sir Michael Bonallack OBE. Facilities include comfortable lounge bars, dining room, extensive locker room facilities with visitors room and showers. 2011-08-31 15:04:31.710144 2011-09-08 15:41:58.065844 courses \N Scotland Golf at Nairn Dunbar, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Situated on the shores of the Moray Firth, the Nairn Dunbar golf course, founded in 1899, is a highly rated Scottish links championship course representing a formidable challenge with its gorse and whin lined fairways.
128 Oceanico Old Course oceanico-old-course #Oceanico Old Course\r\n\r\nThe Old Course is synonymous with Vilamoura, the golfing capital of the Algarve. The marina holiday town is packed with courses, but the Old is the best established and arguably the best, an authentic, tree-lined championship track that is a fantastic test for golfers of any ability.\r\n\r\nMany regular visitors to this beautiful part of southern Europe rank Oceanico Old as their favourite course, primarily because of the stunning natural surroundings and the sheer joy of playing such a tranquil and mature layout.\r\n\r\nBy no means the longest of courses in the area, the Old is almost a throwback to the style of golfing before the advent of the 7,000 yard plus monsters, and this lies at the heart of its appeal. Superbly manicured, the Old is an essential part of any high quality golf tour on the sunny Algarve. 2011-08-31 16:43:46.909537 2011-09-08 15:43:35.273991 courses \N Portugal Golf at Oceanico Old Course, Vilamoura, Portugal | Your Golf Tours The Old Course is synonymous with Vilamoura, the golfing capital of the Algarve. The marina holiday town is packed with courses, but the Old is the best established and arguably the best, an authentic, tree-lined championship track that is a fantastic test for golfers of any ability.
94 Portmarnock portmarnock #Portmarnock\r\n\r\nA revered name in golf both in Ireland and worldwide, Portmarnock is a course to aspire to play, and for lovers of traditional links, it is up there with the best. Located on the Howth Peninsula, the club enjoys a glorious isolation where the only thing to do is play golf.\r\n\r\nThe golf course at Portmarnock Golf Club, not to be confused with the Portmarnock Links Resort, is routed through the splendid sand dunes of the coastal fringes, and the character of the land is the driving force behind the nature of the holes. Like all good seaside courses, working with the land and the elements is the only way to negotiate safe passage.\r\n\r\nThe traditional clubhouse looks out over the golf course, where you will be completely exposed to the wind; Portmarnock is a stern but fair test, and is a links experience of the old fashioned variety that can only be enjoyed at select venues in the UK and Ireland. Your golf tour in Dublin will be all the more memorable with a round here. 2011-08-31 16:08:11.540475 2011-09-08 15:44:53.368874 courses \N Ireland Golf at Portmarnock, Ireland | Your Golf Tours A revered name in golf both in Ireland and worldwide, Portmarnock is a course to aspire to play, and for lovers of traditional links, it is up there with the best. Located on the Howth Peninsula, the club enjoys a glorious isolation where the only thing to do is play golf.
24 Prestwick Golf Club prestwick-golf-club #Prestwick Golf Club\r\n\r\nPrestwick Golf Club is situated just half an hour south west of Glasgow on the famous golfing Ayrshire coast.\r\n\r\nA stretch of land unequalled anywhere in the world for prime golfing terrain. Prestwick shares it boundaries with Royal Troon and is just 20 minutes from Turnberry, with Open final qualifying courses such as Kilmarnock Barassie, Glasgow Gailes, Western Gailes and Irvine Bogside all within just 5 minutes drive.\r\n\r\nThe first Open championship was held at Prestwick in 1860 and was organised by the members who subscribed £25 to purchase the red morocco belt with silver clasps. It was won by Willie Park of Musselburgh with a score of 174 over 36 holes. The belt was won in three successive years by Young Tom Morris from 1868 to 1870 and thus became his property. When Morris won for the third time, in 1870, he had a first round score of 47 (over 12 holes) was has never been equalled or bettered. He started with a three at the 578yard first hole that in those days was probably a par 6. His Belt is now in the keeping of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St.Andrews. A replica belt was presented to Sandy Lyle, the winner of the 125th Anniversary Open Championship at Royal St.Georges Golf Club in 1985, another is on display in the Cardinal room in the Prestwick clubhouse.\r\n\r\nThere was no Championship in1871, and thereafter Prestwick, the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St.Andrews, and the Honourable Company of Edinburgh joined forces to purchase the current Claret Jug, played for in the Open Championship for £30. When the Championship was revived in 1872 Young Tom won again, thus winning the Open Four times in a row. A feat no other Golfer has ever matched, or likely will. In 1914 Harry Vardon won the Open for a record sixth time, three victories of which were won at Prestwick.\r\n\r\nA stone cairn to the west of the Clubhouse, marks the first tee of the original 12 hole course, from which the first Open was played. The 1st hole measured 578 yards to what is now the 16th green, where in 1870 Tom Morris Jr holed out in three strokes using hickory shafts and a gutty golf ball. Seven of the original greens are still played on today. 2011-08-31 14:08:06.502268 2011-09-08 15:45:59.570606 courses \N Scotland Golf at Prestwick Golf Club, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Prestwick Golf Club is situated just half an hour south west of Glasgow on the famous golfing Ayrshire coast, a stretch of land unequalled anywhere in the world for prime golfing terrain.
127 Quinta do Lago quinta-do-lago #Quinta do Lago \r\n\r\nThere are few golf resorts that can rival Quinta do Lago in terms of an illustrious reputation, beautiful natural surroundings and an abundance of top quality golf. With three outstanding courses in the Algarve's most sought after postcode, Quinta do Lago should be high on your wish list for a golf tour in Portugal.\r\n\r\nHaving hosted many prestigous events including the national Open on the European tour, Quinta do Lago has a rich tradition. With the recent opening of its third championship layout, the resort has never been better placed to satisfy the needs of hungry golfers worldwide.\r\n\r\nArguably the grand old lady of Quinta do Lago, the South Course is often the favourite of the golfing purist; in fact, the layout is frequently compared favourably with Augusta National, with the same sweeping fairways sculpted through avenues of mature pines and beautifully crafted trees. The South is the closest of the courses to the shoreline, and is a safe bet for a top day's golf.\r\n\r\nThe North Course was opened in the year 2000, and has been extremely well received. The style is similar to the South, but it is more than 500 yards shorter, so does not present such a stern test. Most recently, Quinta do Lago introduced the world to the Laranjal, its third course; the Laranjal is a genuine championship layout, modern in style and has made waves in its early days. 2011-08-31 16:42:42.477835 2011-09-08 15:46:33.730175 courses \N Portugal Golf at Quinta Do Lago, Portugal | Your Golf Tours With three outstanding courses in the Algarve's most sought after postcode, Quinta do Lago should be high on your wish list for a golf tour in Portugal.\r\n
115 Roman Road Course, Celtic Manor roman-road-course-celtic-manor #Roman Road Course, Celtic Manor\r\n\r\nThe Roman Road Course was the first to be unveiled at The Celtic Manor Resort, and is a former host to the Wales Open (2005 & 2006). Since its 1995 inception, considerable investment has been undertakent to improve the Roman Road's conditioning and playability, and the result is a fantastic and scenic resort layout.\r\n\r\nDesigner Robert Trent Jones Jnr had a lovely parcel of rolling Welsh land on which to fashion the Roman Road, but he had to literally plan around the Roman roads that were uncovered during construction. His layout, despite the name, has far more twists than a Roman highway, with plenty of intrigue facing visiting golfers.\r\n\r\nThe Roman Road winds around the Resort Hotel at The Celtic Manor, and remains a very popular option for golfing groups enjoying Wales' leading resort. Although it may not have the knock-out drama and stadium toughness of the neighbouring Twenty Ten Course, The Roman Road is s solid test, and was at the time of its opening ranked as Wales' leading inland course. 2011-08-31 16:31:43.92018 2011-09-08 15:47:38.373316 courses \N Wales Golf at Celtic Manor, Roman Road | Your Golf Tours The Roman Road Course was the first to be unveiled at The Celtic Manor Resort, and is a former host to the Wales Open. Since its 1995 inception, considerable investment has been undertakent to improve the Roman Road's conditioning and playability, and the result is a fantastic and scenic resort layout.
98 Royal County Down royal-county-down #Royal County Down\r\n\r\nMany of the best respected golf course rankings place Royal County Down in second place behind New Jersey's shrouded-in-mystery Pine Valley, making it arguably the best links course in the world; enough said really - an essential experience for any lover of seaside golf.\r\n\r\nThe iconic Championship Course at County Down is set against the backdrop of the majestic Mountains of Mourne, with views also of the sea. Most recently on the world stage for the 2007 Walker Cup, County Down is a relentless test of seaside golf, and a stern examination for every visitor.\r\n\r\nOld Tom Morris, the legend forever entwined with St Andrews, designed the Championship Course as part of an excursion to the Emerald Isle, and it may be his greatest legacy outside the home of golf. 2011-08-31 16:10:19.892332 2011-09-08 15:48:12.488764 courses \N Ireland Golf at Royal County Down, Northern Ireland | Your Golf Tours Many of the best respected golf course rankings place Royal County Down in second place behind New Jersey's shrouded-in-mystery Pine Valley, making it arguably the best links course in the world; enough said really - an essential experience for any lover of seaside golf.
125 Vale do Lobo vale-do-lobo #Vale do Lobo\r\n\r\nVale do Lobo is one of the most celebrated names in golf on the Algarve and indeed anywhere in Portugal. The prestigious residential estate, also home to the Dona Filipa Hotel, stretches down to the stunning sandy beaches, and also has two glorious golf courses.\r\n\r\nThe Ocean and Royal Courses at Vale do Lobo wind through the mature avenues of trees and past luxury villas, providing glorious views and a lovely golfing experience. The two courses are hard to separate in terms of their quality, but the Royal is arguably the more established and more challenging.\r\n\r\nTaking on the Royal Course, you will sweep inland and through some tight driving holes before the route meanders towards the coast; the 15th is played directly out towards the sea before the iconic 16th, a long par-3 across the cliffs with the beach alongside, provides the famous Vale do Lobo photo opportunity.\r\n\r\nThe 16th is a demanding hole, and many fail to negotiate it with the beach a constant threat, but the experience of this famous hole encapsulates the essence of the beautiful Vale do Lobo. 2011-08-31 16:41:46.108247 2011-09-08 15:54:30.188126 courses \N Portugal Golf at Vale do Lobo, Algarve, Portugal | Your Golf Tours Vale do Lobo is one of the most celebrated names in golf on the Algarve and indeed anywhere in Portugal. The prestigious residential estate, also home to the Dona Filipa Hotel, stretches down to the stunning sandy beaches, and also has two glorious golf courses.
45 Royal Dornoch royal-dornoch #Royal Dornoch\r\n\r\nIn 2002 the Club celebrated 125 years since its foundation, but that understates the history of Royal Dornoch by at least a long drive with a jumbo driver.\r\n\r\nCenturies before a golf club was formed at Dornoch, the game of golf was recorded as being played in 1616 on the town lands on the links along the seashore. The Club is proud to play on the third of the first three golf links in Scotland following St Andrews 1552 and Leith 1593.\r\n\r\nA number of prestigious golf architects have contributed to the present course layout. Old Tom Morris was first invited to set out "proper holes" by the secretary John Sutherland who in his 53 years in office also had some input to the design. Donald Ross before he sailed to America to become one of the worlds highly regarded golf course architects was Professional and Head Green Keeper and some holes bear his hallmark. After the war, to replace some holes that had been levelled, George Duncan laid out 5-6 new holes on land purchased from the Duke of Sutherland.\r\n\r\nThis piecemeal approach belies the suggestion that a camel is a horse designed by a committee, but it does not mean that the Club makes a habit of tinkering with the layout. While recognising the need for evolution, the case for any change to the course needs to be made very strongly before anything is touched and those returning even after a period of some years will be comfortable with familiar features. 2011-08-31 15:02:12.044165 2011-09-08 15:48:32.809739 courses \N Scotland Golf at Royal Dornoch, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Centuries before a golf club was formed at Dornoch, the game of golf was recorded as being played in 1616 on the town lands on the links along the seashore. The Club is proud to play on the third of the first three golf links in Scotland following St Andrews 1552 and Leith 1593.
114 Royal Porthcawl royal-porthcawl #Royal Porthcawl\r\n\r\nWhile it is not on the official Open Championship rotation, there are many who believe that Royal Porthcawl is as good as any links course in the United Kingdom, and it leads the pack of quality seaside courses on the South Wales coast. Absolutely unmissable is not an understatement when it comes to your next venture to Wales.\r\n\r\nWith better than 100 years of golfing history under its belt, Royal Porthcawl oozes character and has a rich heritage. For many years, this uncomplicated and unadulterated links course has attracted golfing purists from all over the world.\r\n\r\nCombine Royal Porthcawl with a discovery of other Welsh gems such as Pennard, Southerndown and Pyle & Kenfig, as well as the chance to experience The Celtic Manor Resort and its three courses - led by The Twenty Ten. 2011-08-31 16:31:10.872791 2011-09-08 15:49:41.51244 courses \N Wales Golf at Royal Porthcawl, South Wales | Your Golf Tours While it is not on the official Open Championship rotation, there are many who believe that Royal Porthcawl is as good as any links course in the United Kingdom, and it leads the pack of quality seaside courses on the South Wales coast.
100 Royal Portrush royal-portrush #Royal Portrush\r\n\r\nRoyal Portush is rightly held in extremely high regard, as the only course outside English or Scottish shores to have hosted the Open Championship, and although it is no longer on the rota to stage the event, it remains a fixture in the top 20 of most credible world course rankings.\r\n\r\nThe rugged shores of County Antrim on the north coast of Northern Ireland - just along from the excellent Portsteward - is the main building block for the outstanding Portrush. 1947 saw Harry S. Colt, the esteemed creator of tracks like Wentworth and Sunningdale, and the great man perked the Northern Irish gem up to the standard of today.\r\n\r\nRoyal Portrush is not the longest of championship links, but when the wind blows this is a truly outstanding test that many golfers view as a classic seaside highlight of their golfing pilgrimage to the Emerald Isle. 2011-08-31 16:15:59.450393 2011-09-08 15:49:49.824867 courses \N Ireland Golf at Royal Portrush, Northern Ireland | Your Golf Tours Royal Portush is rightly held in extremely high regard, as the only course outside English or Scottish shores to have hosted the Open Championship, and although it is no longer on the rota to stage the event, it remains a fixture in the top 20 of most credible world course rankings.
120 San Roque Club san-roque-club #San Roque Club\r\n\r\nSan Roque is one of the most prestigious private clubs in Spain, with a rich golfing history and two glorious courses. The club was formerly the regular venue for European Tour final qualifying, and offers a genuine championship experience with superb onsite facilities.\r\n\r\nThe 1997 Ryder Cup, staged at nearby Valderrama, saw the visiting American team choose San Roque and its collection of suites as their base for the week, and there is plenty of memorabilia to document their stay. Follow in their footsteps by enjoying a round at San Roque during your golf tour in Spain.\r\n\r\nSan Roque in fact has two courses - the Old and New - which are difficult to split in terms of quality. The Old has the more illustrious reputation in terms of hosting the final stage of Q School, but the New is an equally impressive layout. Tough from the tee, San Roque will test every facet of your game to the full, and is a glorious place to enjoya day's golf. 2011-08-31 16:39:08.131358 2011-09-08 15:50:29.647187 courses \N Spain Golf at San Roque Club, Spain | Your Golf Tours San Roque is one of the most prestigious private clubs in Spain, with a rich golfing history and two glorious courses. The club was formerly the regular venue for European Tour final qualifying, and offers a genuine championship experience with superb onsite facilities.
77 Southport & Ainsdale Golf Club southport-ainsdale-golf-club #Southport & Ainsdale Golf Club\r\n\r\nSouthport and Ainsdale, or S&A as it is known by locals and members alike, is another unsung hero of Southport and the region that is informally called 'England's Golf Coast'. But it has deep roots, having been designed by the great James Braid and hosted two Ryder Cups.\r\n\r\n1933 and 1937 saw professionals from the United States travel to Southport and Ainsdale to compete with their counterparts from the UK, the site being chosen beacause is really is a classic English links.\r\n\r\nUsed for Open Championship qualifying when the event is staged at nearby Birkdale, S&A ranks highly with lovers of seaside golf, and is an undiluted links that is frequently included in lists of the UK's top 50 courses.\r\n\r\nInclude Southport & Ainsdale in your golf tour itinerary alongside the likes of Birkdale and Hillside and you will have achieve a magnificent understanding of the quality and concentration of the links golf around Southport itself, one of the world's great seaside golf destinations. 2011-08-31 15:42:55.421841 2011-09-08 15:50:40.598669 courses \N England Golf at Southport & Ainsdale Golf Club, England | Your Golf Tours Southport and Ainsdale, or S&A as it is known by locals and members alike, is another unsung hero of Southport and the region that is informally called 'England's Golf Coast'. But it has deep roots, having been designed by the great James Braid and hosted two Ryder Cups.
32 St Andrews Castle Course st-andrews-castle-course #St Andrews Castle Course\r\n\r\nDavid McLay Kidd and his team have transformed featureless farmland into an exciting links-like challenge set above the cliff-tops at Kinkell.\r\n\r\nKidd takes his place among a select group, for the list of course architects who have worked at St Andrews is in itself remarkable.\r\n\r\nThe Castle Course at St Andrews will have an unparalleled pedigree, joining a family of courses that have attracted the very best players in the history of the game as well as untold thousands of golfers eager to experience for themselves the thrill of the ancient links, which were given over to the people of the town in 1123 by King David I of Scotland.\r\n\r\nAlthough the Castle Course is not a links course it has been designed with the Scottish links tradition very much in mind. The approaches to the green will be similar to the greens themselves so that running shots will be playable as well as pitches. Also in the Scottish tradition, the grasses being cultivated at the site are a bent and fescue mix.\r\n\r\nFescues will also feature strongly in the extensive areas of natural rough and wild meadow which will provide a variety of habitats for wildlife including the very rare maiden pink species which has been found on the 220 acre (90 hectare) site. The construction of the Castle Course has been a model development, with full consideration given to environmental factors.\r\n\r\nThe experience of playing the Castle Course will be a treat for the senses. The North Sea is a visible presence on every hole while the view towards St Andrews is one of the finest possible. 2011-08-31 14:24:45.618433 2011-09-08 15:51:08.524933 courses \N Scotland Golf at St Andrews Castle Course, Scotland | Your Golf Tours The experience of playing the Castle Course will be a treat for the senses. The North Sea is a visible presence on every hole while the view towards St Andrews is one of the finest possible.
30 St Andrews New Course st-andrews-new-course #St Andrews New Course\r\n\r\nOpened in April 1895, the course was built in response to increasing demand for golf at St Andrews, both from locals and from the visitors who were flocking to the town in increasing numbers on the recently constructed railway.\r\n\r\nThe construction of the New Course was paid for by the Royal and Ancient Golf Club as part of an arrangement under which the club was allocated the right to certain starting times on the Old Course. These arrangements were enshrined in the first Act of Parliament concerning the Links which was passed in 1894 and was the forerunner of the current Act of 1974 which specifies how the links are to be run.\r\n\r\nThe R&A engaged W Hall Blyth, an Edinburgh civil engineer, to design the New Course, and entrusted the layout to "Old" Tom Morris and his right-hand man David Honeyman.\r\n\r\nThe result is a classic links course which uses the natural features of the land to create a first class golfing challenge. The course has the traditional out and back layout, with the 18th green just to the right of the first tee. It also has, in the great St Andrews tradition, shared fairways and even a double green at the 3rd and 15th holes.\r\n\r\nIt has frequently been said that if the New Course were not situated next to the Old, then its star would have shone with a far greater degree of brilliance.\r\n\r\nLocated as it is in the shadow of its illustrious neighbour, the New Course can be considered one of St Andrews` best kept secrets. 2011-08-31 14:22:58.382115 2011-09-08 15:51:35.895071 courses \N Scotland Golf at St Andrews New Course, Scotland | Your Golf Tours Opened in April 1895, the course was built in response to increasing demand for golf at St Andrews, both from locals and from the visitors who were flocking to the town in increasing numbers on the recently constructed railway.
21 St Andrews Old Course st-andrews-old-course #St Andrews Old Course\r\n\r\n"I fell in love with it the first day I played it. There's just no other golf course that is even remotely close." Jack Nicklaus\r\n\r\n"Without a doubt I like it the best of all the Open venues. It's my favourite course in the world." Tiger Woods\r\n\r\nThe oldest golf course in the world has many remarkable features which help make it so special to golfers around the world.\r\nIt is the Home of Golf where golf was first played 600 years ago and yet it remains a real test of golf for today's champions. Despite its reputation and status, it is a public course and is one of six public courses on St Andrews Links.\r\n\r\nThe Old Course has evolved over time and was not designed by any one architect. The people who played a major role in shaping it are Daw Anderson (1850s), Old Tom Morris (1860s- 1900) and Dr Alister Mackenzie (1930s).\r\n\r\nThe course is known for its particular physical features including 112 bunkers, some of which are especially famous e.g. 'Hell' on the long 14th, 'Strath' on the short 11th and the Road Bunker at what is probably the most famous golf hole in the world, the 17th or Road Hole (so called because a road - which is in play - runs hard against the back edge of the green).\r\n\r\nAnother peculiar feature of the Old Course is the double greens where the outward and inward holes are cut on the same putting surface. These greens are large, not surprisingly, and golfers can be faced with putts of almost 100 yards.\r\n\r\nThe Old Course is also unusual in that it starts and finishes in the town, but its truly remarkable feature is that in today's modern golfing world, a course which has evolved over six centuries, remains a true test of championship golf.\r\n\r\nFor a guaranteed tee time it is recommended to book at least one year in advance of your visit. The other courses follow a similar procedure. The Old Course is also available through the daily ballot or by advance reservation request.\r\n\r\nPlease contact us to secure a coveted tee time reservation. 2011-08-31 14:04:09.9967 2011-09-08 15:51:56.479483 courses \N Scotland Golf at St Andrews Old Course, Scotland | Your Golf Tours The oldest golf course in the world has many remarkable features which help make it so special to golfers around the world. It is the Home of Golf where golf was first played 600 years ago and yet it remains a real test of golf for today's champions.
88 Strandhill Golf Club strandhill-golf-club #Strandhill Golf Club\r\n\r\nStrandhill is one of those unheralded courses that attracts little attention, yet it has a loyal following packed with golfing aficionados who appreciate the chance to experience its superb courses and equally impressive coastal setting.\r\n\r\nDescribe by the great Christie O'Connor as "the jewel of the West", Strandhill is well worth including in your Irish golf tour itinerary, where a warm welcome awaits those willing to head off the beaten track a bit.\r\n\r\nAlthough it feels rugged and isolated, Strandhill has the added bonus of being just five miles from Sligo itself, which makes it easy to access and great for a game whilst based in town. 2011-08-31 16:00:20.613572 2011-09-08 15:52:19.006064 courses \N Ireland Golf at Strandhill Golf Club, Ireland | Your Golf Tours Strandhill is one of those unheralded courses that attracts little attention, yet it has a loyal following packed with golfing aficionados who appreciate the chance to experience its superb courses and equally impressive coastal setting.
104 Tralee Golf Club tralee-golf-club #Tralee Golf Club\r\n\r\nHeading to South West Ireland to play the best courses? Then don't miss out on Tralee, a stunning seaside creation that was mapped out by Arnold Palmer. Arnie famously said of Tralee: "I may have designed the first nine, but surely God designed the back nine."\r\n\r\nThis modern classic was unveiled in 1984, so is now well matured, and it remains as popular as ever. Palmer's links is uncomplicated, merely making use of the inspirational local terrain; each hole is beautifully cut into the towering dunes, creating a collection of distinct holes.\r\n\r\nThe Atlantic washes the Co. Kerry shores on this rugged corner of South West Ireland, all adding up to a truly phenomenal golfing experience, and one that we cannot recommend highly enough. 2011-08-31 16:19:56.699085 2011-09-08 15:53:22.376247 courses \N Ireland Golf at Tralee Golf Club, Ireland | Your Golf Tours Heading to South West Ireland to play the best courses? Then don't miss out on Tralee, a stunning seaside creation that was mapped out by Arnold Palmer. Arnie famously said of Tralee: "I may have designed the first nine, but surely God designed the back nine."
170 Foxhills Club & Resort foxhills-club-resort #Foxhills Club & Resort\r\n\r\nFoxhills, set in leafy Surrey some 30 minutes from the heart of London, is a lovely manor house hotel that provides the ideal luxury starting point for a golf tour around the capital city and its surroundings.\r\n\r\nLooking out over immaculately manicured grounds, the hotel boasts 70 well appointed bedrooms and suites that are ideal for golfers and non-golfers alike. The country club atmosphere will ensure a relaxed environment, while Foxhills has comprehensive facilities both on the course and away from it.\r\n\r\nAfter tackling one of the two tree lined gems at Foxhills, golfers can head to health club, where highlights include indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a gym, sauna, squash and tennis courts, plus the opportunity to enjoy a relaxing spa treatment.\r\n\r\nThe Manor Restaurant, dating back to 1841, is the resort's signature dining room, while the Summerhouse Brasserie is ideal for light snacks and overlooks the outdoor pool. 2011-09-02 15:40:03.386664 2011-09-08 15:59:30.420243 hotels \N England Foxhills Club & Resort, Surrey, England | Your Golf Tours Foxhills, set in leafy Surrey some 30 minutes from the heart of London, is a lovely manor house hotel that provides the ideal luxury starting point for a golf tour around the capital city and its surroundings.
191 Marriott Praia D'El Rey Hotel marriott-praia-del-rey-hotel #Marriott Praia D'El Rey Hotel\r\n\r\nThe setting at the Marriott Praia D'El Rey Hotel could not be much more appetising; on one side the resort looks out over the outstanding championship golf course, and on the other it looks down over the cliffs to the Atlantic shores. Five star luxury throughout is the hallmark of this international standard resort, with superb facilities, dining and service.\r\n\r\nEvery one of the 197 guest rooms and suites is spacious, and sets the stage for a luxurious portion of your golf tour in Portugal, with amenities including individual climate control, satellite television, and private terraces, many of which look out to the Atlantic.\r\n\r\nExtensive sport and leisure facilities are available for those feeling active, while the spa at Praia d'El Rey is a haven of relaxation. Dining at the resort is a treat, with highlights such as the Romy fine dining restaurant, while the local area is great to explore - head down to the 18th century fishing port Peniche for a charming atmosphere and excellent fish restaurants. 2011-09-02 15:55:40.453806 2011-09-08 16:00:58.628811 hotels \N Portugal Marriott Praia D'El Rey Hotel, Portugal | Your Golf Tours The setting at the Marriott Praia D'El Rey Hotel could not be much more appetising; on one side the resort looks out over the outstanding championship golf course, and on the other it looks down over the cliffs to the Atlantic shores.
192 Palacio Estoril Hotel http-yourgolftours-com-palacio-estoril-hotel-asp #Palacio Estoril Hotel\r\n\r\nThe rich history of the Palacio Estoril tracks back to the 1930s, and the lustre of this opulent hotel has not diminished - the five star establishment is an icon in the sought after coastal retreat of Estoril, and is a luxurious place to base a part of a golf tour in the Lisbon area.\r\n\r\nSpread tastefully across five floors of the striking hotel, the accommodation at the Palacio Estoril comes courtesy of 161 guest rooms, with a high proportion of suites. Make you stay truly special by upgrading to one of these marvellous rooms, which boast period features and beautiful furnishings.\r\n\r\nFrom the grandiose luxury of the hotel, you will be able to explore on foot the delightful marina town of Estoril, long established as an upmarket playground, with its casinos and excellent restaurants. In golfing terms, the Palacio Estoril brings the likes of Oitavos, Praia d'El Rey and Penha Longa within easy reach, all adding up to golf tour packages of the highest order. 2011-09-02 15:56:09.594426 2011-09-08 16:01:21.785327 hotels \N Spain Palacio Estoril Hotel, Spain | Your Golf Tours The rich history of the Palacio Estoril tracks back to the 1930s, and the lustre of this opulent hotel has not diminished - the five star establishment is an icon in the sought after coastal retreat of Estoril, and is a luxurious place to base a part of a golf tour in the Lisbon area.
200 Saunton Golf Course saunton-golf-course Saunton occupies a prestigious position among the elite of links golf in the United Kingdom, with two top class courses and a setting that must be seen to be believed. The East Course is the more senior of the duo, and is consistently ranked in the country's top 100 courses; in fact, many astute observers believe that Saunton has the quality to host the Open Championship.\r\n\r\nThe East Course, designed by Herbert Fowler, is in fact often on the fringes of England's top ten courses, and is set against the irresistable backdrop of the Braunton Burrows sand dunes, which have been marked as a point of environmental interest by UNESCO. Fowler's routing of the monumental East Course reaches around 6,700 yards, which is short by modern championship standards, but the daunting collection of strong par-4s and the near ever-present wind make Saunton's East Course a brute. Not only that, it is one of the very best to include in a golf tour of England's South West.\r\n\r\nWhile the East Course takes most of the plaudits, Saunton's West Course should never be underestimated. Originally opened in the 1930s, the West was subsequently used as an air force training field, and fell into disrepair for some four decades. 1975 saw the esteemed Frank Pennink draw up plans for the course's revival, and it is now a hugely enjoyable and challenging links golf experience. 2011-09-13 10:54:35.077736 2011-09-13 10:58:24.735449 courses \N England Saunton Golf Course, South West Golf Tours - YourGolfTours.com Saunton occupies a prestigious position among the elite of links golf in the United Kingdom, with two top class courses and a setting that must be seen to be believed. The East Course is the more senior of the duo, and is consistently ranked in the country's top 100 courses; in fact, many astute observers believe that Saunton has the quality to host the Open Championship.
208 Dona Filipa Hotel dona-filipa-hotel The Dona Filipa Hotel stands as an icon on the Algarve, having for decades been welcoming golfers to the region and offering outstanding hospitality in a five-star setting. The classic Portuguese style and laid back atmosphere is to be expected at Dona Filipa, which also offers guests the chance to experience the phenomenal San Lorenzo Golf Course, ranked as one of the very best in Europe.\r\n\r\nSitting in the prestigious Vale do Lobo estate, and within 30 minutes of the regional airport at Faro, Dona Filipa has a fantastic setting, just moments from the iconic red cliffs overlooking the sandy shores of the Algarve. Within walking distance of the hotel are a number of bars and restaurants, while the large marina at Vilamoura is a short taxi ride away.\r\n\r\nInside Dona Filipa is a collection of 154 rooms and suites, all spacious and with private terrace or balcony, plus air-conditioning, satellite television and mini-bar. The hotel serves an excellent breakfast and has a sparkling outdoor pool, while the onsite attractions include the San Lorenzo Bar, ideal for a pre-dinner cocktail, and the superb fine dining in the Duarte Grill. 2011-09-13 11:25:23.594213 2011-09-13 11:25:33.327673 hotels \N Portugal Dona Filipa Hotel, Vale do Lobo, Algarve - YourGolfTours.com The Dona Filipa Hotel stands as an icon on the Algarve, having for decades been welcoming golfers to the region and offering outstanding hospitality in a five-star setting. The classic Portuguese style and laid back atmosphere is to be expected at Dona Filipa, which also offers guests the chance to experience the phenomenal San Lorenzo Golf Course, ranked as one of the very best in Europe.
209 Quinta do Lago Hotel quinta-do-lago-hotel Overlooking the Ria Formosa and the Algarve shoreline, the Quinta do Lago Hotel is a beacon of luxury and a high class retreat for golfers staying on Portugal's sun-blushed southern coast. Intimate and private, the Quinta do Lago Hotel is among the best golf hotels in Europe.\r\n\r\nWith just 121 guest rooms and suites, you will enjoy personal and attentive service at Quinta do Lago, which sits at the centre of a phenomenal 2,000 acres of woodland and pines. Custom climate control, satellite television, private terraces and the finest bedding and linen are among the highlights of the guest rooms, which are sure to offer you complete comfort during your golf vacation.\r\n\r\nThe golf surrounding the Quinta do Lago Hotel is renowned, but there are other opportunities to enjoy; the state-of-the-art spa has phenomenal hydrotherapy experiences as well as any number of indulgent treatments, while dining at Quinta do Lago is also to be eagerly anticipated. Brisa do Mar for classic Portuguese flavours and Ca' d'Oro for Italian fine dining are among the highlights. 2011-09-13 11:29:04.10076 2011-09-13 11:29:36.840539 hotels \N Portugal Quinta do Lago Hotel, Algarve Golf Tours - YourGolfTours.com Overlooking the Ria Formosa and the Algarve shoreline, the Quinta do Lago Hotel is a beacon of luxury and a high class retreat for golfers staying on Portugal's sun-blushed southern coast. Intimate and private, the Quinta do Lago Hotel is among the best golf hotels in Europe.
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