IRELAND
The Emerald Isle
IRELAND GOLF REGIONS
Dublin & the Midlands East
Easy flight access, fantastic capital city & nightlife, world-class links, Guinness & Irish music
ROYAL DUBLIN, THE ISLAND CLUB, PORTMARNOCK, COUNTY LOUTH, THE K CLUB, THE EUROPEAN CLUB
One of the great cities of the world, the Irish Republic’s capital is also one of the best bases for a golf vacation in Ireland, with a wonderful variety of classic links, pristine parklands and magnificent five-star resorts to enjoy. This region has hosted numerous prestigious golf tournaments, including the Irish and European Opens, the Seve Trophy, as well as the Ryder Cup. And after the golf, there’s always the lively nightlife of Dublin and a few pints of the black stuff.
Northern Ireland
The No. 1 golf course in the world, historic cities of Belfast & Derry, great pubs & distilleries
ROYAL COUNTY DOWN, ROYAL PORTRUSH, BALLYLIFFIN, ROSAPENNA, PORTSTEWART, CASTLEROCK, ARDGLASS
Northern Ireland is golf at its’ purest, with some of the most famous courses in the world laid out on the magical landscapes there. Royal Portrush and Royal County Down are at the top in world rankings, with Royal County Down holding the number one spot according to Golf Digest. In 2019, The Open Championship was held at Royal Portrush, the first time since 1951 when it was the first course in Ireland to host this event.
Southwest Ireland
Spectacular links courses, easy access from Shannon airport, great golfing town of Killarney & The Ring of Kerry
BALLYBUNION, OLD HEAD, TRALEE, WATERVILLE, LAHINCH, DOONBEG, DOOKS, DINGLE
Nowhere else is the rugged and beautiful landscape more stunning than the Southwest of Ireland. Its many bays, coastlines and weathered cliffs are simply awe inspiring. Ireland’s answer to St Andrews, The Southwest is one of the world’s greatest places to play golf. Packed with dozens of magnificent courses – stretching from the eye-popping Old Head of Kinsale in the south all the way round to the westerly Doonbeg, a golf trip here really is a once in a lifetime experience.