Ireland Golf Trips | Love Golf in Ireland
We know everyone loves Ireland and in return we welcome people with open arms to our beautiful country. There is also a love of golf in Ireland and with the magnificent scenery and Irish hospitality everyone wants to play a round of golf here. Your Irish golf trip is planned by Mike Ryan and he will leave no stone un-turned to deliver a trip of a lifetime. Every golf tour of Ireland also comes with luxury accommodation and your personal Irish chauffeur to escort you safely to each course in a top class vehicle. Here are just some of the breathe-taking Irish golf courses, but first of all, did you know that golf has Celtic roots?
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History of Golf in Ireland
The golfing Union of Ireland traces its history back to 1891 and this makes it the world’s oldest golfing body! The game of golf originated from eastern Scotland during the 15th century. It was officially introduced in Scotland in 1421 and spread throughout Europe (including Ireland). Golf in Ireland has been called a ‘Gift from Scotland’ and many early clubs turned to Scottish professionals to teach the game to its Irish golfers. The Royal Curragh Golf Club, is Ireland’s oldest known golf course. Research has proven that golf was first played on the plains of the Curragh in County Kildare, approximately 30 miles from Dublin, in 1852.
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Waterville Golf Course
Waterville plays on a coastal region in County Kerry. A remote location, with stunning views of the Macgillycuddy’s Reeks mountain range, to the Northeast. Turn 180 degrees southwest and you will get an unmatched view of the beautiful Ballinskelligs Bay. There are only a handful of courses that have a fine and unique collection of memorable golf holes. Waterville has three outstanding par 3’s and another three par 5’s, when you finish you want to go back and replay. A Deluxe Golf Trip of a lifetime is waiting for you!
The Old Head Golf Links
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The Old Head Golf Links near Kinsale in County Cork is one of the world’s most unique and dramatic courses, built by Ron Kirby, Paddy Merrigan, J. B. Carr and the late Eddie Hackett, in 1977. It sits on a 216-acre headland jutting out more than 2 miles into the Atlantic Ocean. The entire course stretches for more than 7,000 yd, nine holes of play along the cliff-tops but all 18 holes give you a breathtaking view of the ocean. Originally designed as a walking course, visitors are encouraged to walk the old head with a club Caddy to really appreciate the work and stunning views on each hole. Your private Irish chauffeur will be on standby to drive you back to the luxury of your hotel afterwards!
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Lahinch Golf Club
Lahinch Golf Club in County Clare is one of the oldest golf clubs in Ireland officially opened in 1927 and is a must on your Customised Golf Trip in Ireland. There are two courses, the Old Course and the Castle Course. The Old Course is designed by Tom Morris/Alister MacKenzie and is the St Andrews of Ireland. It looks out on the Atlantic Ocean and is taxing to play when blustery winds come in off the Atlantic. The Old Course exudes a feeling that cannot be compared anywhere on earth. No wonder it is constantly rated among the top courses and that Golfing Magazine named it Irish golf links winner 2015.
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Portmarnock Golf Club
Portmarnock Golf Club in County Dublin opened in 1894 with just 9 holes, it was later extended to an 18- hole course in 1896 and then a further 9 holes joined the course in 1971. An ideal challenge for any Irish Golf Trip. Portmarnock is thought to be the best Championship Course in Ireland and was also the venue for the first Irish Open in 1927. Upon his Irish golf tour there, Tom Watson’s view on Portmarnock was “There are no tricks or nasty surprises, only an honest, albeit searching test of shot making skills.”
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Ballybunion Golf Club
It was founded 1893 in Ballybunion, County Kerry and home to a unique and challenging links course: the Old Course. Ballybunion has enjoyed welcoming international visitors to the Club for many decades, not only for the high quality of both courses but also for the club’s facilities. The Old Course is the original course at Ballybunion Golf Club and is classed as one of the best golf courses in the world. The first seven holes are a gentle learning curve, (then the layout can be quite challenging) it becomes obvious why it is a luxury golf vacation spot and why it is ranked as one of the best in the world.
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Adare Golf Course
A luxury golf vacation in Ireland must include the recently renovated Adare Manor in co. Limerick. The golf course was chosen to host the Ryder Cup 2026. It is no surprise, as Adare is home to the number one Golf Course in Ireland and world-renowned golf course architect Tom Fazio assisted with the new improvements during it’s massive renovations. It re-opened again in 2017 following the multi-million euro investment by owner, JP McManus. Every golfer’s dream is to play the best golf courses in the world, then look no further than a golf trip to Ireland. Team that with The JP McManus Pro Am 2021 and you will have an Irish golf trip of a lifetime!
We can help you plan any part of your luxury vacation in Ireland and if you have any questions please do contact us and we’d be happy to help. If you are interested in an Irish Vacation Package and would like more information, please click on the Enquire button below. All the best, Mike Ryan.
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