The Emerald Isle is Calling
March is one of the great celebration months of the year, or at least it has one of the great celebration days on March 17th every year.
St Patrick's Day is the day everyone in the world is Irish and for many that means pint after pint of Guinness, wearing green, and speaking in a fake Irish accent. For others, it is a time to think about great golfing adventures they have had on this island of golf, or a reminder to start planning their next golf adventure to Ireland because they know that the tee sheets for some of the best golf course in the world are opening up in just a few weeks.
We don't want to sound like a broken record (we know we have said this many times before) but we really can't emphasize it enough - early planning is key to getting the most out of any trip to Ireland and a trip to Ireland is something worth planning.
Since this issue is focused on the Emerald Isle, we want to highlight that 2 of the biggest name course in Northern Ireland (Royal County Down and Royal Portrush) have announced that they are opening their 2022 tee sheets on May 3, 2021 and we expect that within a couple of weeks of that, they will be all but sold out of available guest times for the key May - September 2022 period.
As a case in point, Ron has already started putting his 2022 buddies trip to Northern Ireland together so his requests are in the queue and he has the chance to get his preferred dates and tee times when the tee sheets open.
We are starting to see a lot of momentum building for global vaccinations but there is no doubt that there is a bit of road ahead until travel gets back to normal. We are working with several clients to move their early 2021 trips into 2022 (and our suppliers are being very flexible to help us make this happen) and that, combined with the many new bookings we expect (and already are in some cases) to be making for 2022, is all but ensuring 2022 will be one of the busiest seasons for overseas golf ever.
This month we are going to take a look how to ensure you get your perfect trip in place, plus share some sample itineraries with you to get you thinking about the many options you can consider.
St Patrick's Day is the day everyone in the world is Irish and for many that means pint after pint of Guinness, wearing green, and speaking in a fake Irish accent. For others, it is a time to think about great golfing adventures they have had on this island of golf, or a reminder to start planning their next golf adventure to Ireland because they know that the tee sheets for some of the best golf course in the world are opening up in just a few weeks.
We don't want to sound like a broken record (we know we have said this many times before) but we really can't emphasize it enough - early planning is key to getting the most out of any trip to Ireland and a trip to Ireland is something worth planning.
Since this issue is focused on the Emerald Isle, we want to highlight that 2 of the biggest name course in Northern Ireland (Royal County Down and Royal Portrush) have announced that they are opening their 2022 tee sheets on May 3, 2021 and we expect that within a couple of weeks of that, they will be all but sold out of available guest times for the key May - September 2022 period.
As a case in point, Ron has already started putting his 2022 buddies trip to Northern Ireland together so his requests are in the queue and he has the chance to get his preferred dates and tee times when the tee sheets open.
We are starting to see a lot of momentum building for global vaccinations but there is no doubt that there is a bit of road ahead until travel gets back to normal. We are working with several clients to move their early 2021 trips into 2022 (and our suppliers are being very flexible to help us make this happen) and that, combined with the many new bookings we expect (and already are in some cases) to be making for 2022, is all but ensuring 2022 will be one of the busiest seasons for overseas golf ever.
This month we are going to take a look how to ensure you get your perfect trip in place, plus share some sample itineraries with you to get you thinking about the many options you can consider.
Also in this newsletter you will find:
- A chat between TJ and Frank Casey Jr., Director of Golf at Rosapenna Golf Resort. Rosapenna is a wonderful resort in the rugged North West of Ireland that already has 2 of the great course in Ireland, and 2021 will see the opening of a third gem that everyone will want to visit at some point.
- In our destination guide, we will look at Rosapanna Resort, their great golf course and the amenities the resort offers to its guests.
- Our hole of the month will feature one of the par 3's at the 9 seaside links holes that make up Cruit Island Golf Club, which has been called the best 9 hole golf course in the world. If you are looking to play one of the great hidden gems of the golf world, you will want to learn about this amazing course and add to your next North West Ireland trip.
- A quick tease of a big announcement from Golf Away Tours that we will be sending out March 17....
Spring is around the corner and better times are coming. We are excited about the future of golf travel and hope we can share that excitement with you. We have said it before, and we will say it again - talking golf, and golf travel, is our passion so get in touch with us anytime and we would be more than happy to share that passion with you.
Stay safe, stay healthy, enjoy this month’s newsletter and give us a call when your ready to build your golf getaway, we’ll be happy to bring it to life for you!!!
The Golf Away Team
Stay safe, stay healthy, enjoy this month’s newsletter and give us a call when your ready to build your golf getaway, we’ll be happy to bring it to life for you!!!
The Golf Away Team
Ireland 2022
Your guide to taking your perfect trip
May 3, 2021 - Why is this date so important?
Many of the top "bucket list" courses in Ireland, including Royal Portrush and Royal County Down, will be opening up their books for 2022 tee time bookings on that day and we fully expect that this year, even more than in the past, the demand will be off the charts meaning they will book up quickly.
For many of our followers and clients, Ireland is a bucket trip destination and we want to be sure we build your trip to your exact dream. From the time you want to travel, to the courses you play, to the hotels you stay in - it all matter to us because it matters to you. Getting you exactly the vacation you dream of is our goal and if 2022 is when Ireland is on your golf travel list, now is the time to start planning.
Your guide to taking your perfect trip
May 3, 2021 - Why is this date so important?
Many of the top "bucket list" courses in Ireland, including Royal Portrush and Royal County Down, will be opening up their books for 2022 tee time bookings on that day and we fully expect that this year, even more than in the past, the demand will be off the charts meaning they will book up quickly.
For many of our followers and clients, Ireland is a bucket trip destination and we want to be sure we build your trip to your exact dream. From the time you want to travel, to the courses you play, to the hotels you stay in - it all matter to us because it matters to you. Getting you exactly the vacation you dream of is our goal and if 2022 is when Ireland is on your golf travel list, now is the time to start planning.
TJ chats with Frank Casey Jr.
of Rosapenna Hotel and Golf Resort
The North West of Ireland is a destination which is loved as much for its scenery as it is for its golf. The shoreline there is nothing short of spectacular and provides a dramatic stage for a number of stunning links courses. With amazing layouts and hidden gems around every corner, this region has all the right ingredients for a top-class golfing holiday.
Rosapenna Hotel and Golf Resort is a shining example of what you can expect when you visit this unspoiled golf destination. Friendly, welcoming service, deluxe accommodations and world class golf await you at Rosapenna and TJ spoke with Frank Casey Jr., Director of Golf at Rosapenna, to discuss the resort and the surrounding Donegal region.
of Rosapenna Hotel and Golf Resort
The North West of Ireland is a destination which is loved as much for its scenery as it is for its golf. The shoreline there is nothing short of spectacular and provides a dramatic stage for a number of stunning links courses. With amazing layouts and hidden gems around every corner, this region has all the right ingredients for a top-class golfing holiday.
Rosapenna Hotel and Golf Resort is a shining example of what you can expect when you visit this unspoiled golf destination. Friendly, welcoming service, deluxe accommodations and world class golf await you at Rosapenna and TJ spoke with Frank Casey Jr., Director of Golf at Rosapenna, to discuss the resort and the surrounding Donegal region.
Destination Guide
Rosapenna Hotel and Golf Resort
Rosapenna is the proud home to two of the finest links in the world, with a 3rd opening soon. The Old Tom Morris Links designed by Old Tom Morris of St. Andrews in 1893 and a modern great in the Sandy Hills Links laid out by Pat Ruddy of The European Club fame and open for play since 2003. The new kid on the block will be the Tom Doak designed St Patrick's Links, opening this coming summer.
The Rosapenna Hotel & Golf Resort is one of Ireland's premier 4 star luxury hotels, and has been since 1893. It sits in an 800 acre estate on the edge of the Atlantic ocean, where the bays of Mulroy & Sheephaven meet on the coast of Donegal.
A beautiful resort in a rugged beautiful setting offering not only great golf but also all the amenities and activities you would expect rom a world class resort, this is definitely a resort worth exploring.
Rosapenna Hotel and Golf Resort
Rosapenna is the proud home to two of the finest links in the world, with a 3rd opening soon. The Old Tom Morris Links designed by Old Tom Morris of St. Andrews in 1893 and a modern great in the Sandy Hills Links laid out by Pat Ruddy of The European Club fame and open for play since 2003. The new kid on the block will be the Tom Doak designed St Patrick's Links, opening this coming summer.
The Rosapenna Hotel & Golf Resort is one of Ireland's premier 4 star luxury hotels, and has been since 1893. It sits in an 800 acre estate on the edge of the Atlantic ocean, where the bays of Mulroy & Sheephaven meet on the coast of Donegal.
A beautiful resort in a rugged beautiful setting offering not only great golf but also all the amenities and activities you would expect rom a world class resort, this is definitely a resort worth exploring.
Hole of the Month
6th hole - Cruit Island Golf Club
I will admit this is a selfish choice on my part. I have been lucky enough to play some of the great courses in Ireland, and many other parts of the world, but this 9 hole course in North West Ireland is a bucket list course for me and I wanted to share the reasons why with you, one of which is to play the 6th hole of this hidden gem.
This is not an easy access course (hence why I haven't played it yet - even TJ hasn't played it yet!!).
Located about 1hr and 15 minutes from Rosepanna (this months featured destination), 2.5 hours from Portrush (a bucket list course many of you have in your plans to play) and 3 hours from Mont Falcon Estates (last months featured destination), it is a bit of a trek to get there but a trek I ABSOLUTELY need to make sometime.
This 9 hole seaside links may very well be the best, and most hidden, gem of all hidden gems, and the 6th hole is it's signature. Click the link to learn more about that hole, and the course in general, and if your going to Northern Ireland, consider adding it to your itinerary - I will be next time I'm in the area!!
Ron
6th hole - Cruit Island Golf Club
I will admit this is a selfish choice on my part. I have been lucky enough to play some of the great courses in Ireland, and many other parts of the world, but this 9 hole course in North West Ireland is a bucket list course for me and I wanted to share the reasons why with you, one of which is to play the 6th hole of this hidden gem.
This is not an easy access course (hence why I haven't played it yet - even TJ hasn't played it yet!!).
Located about 1hr and 15 minutes from Rosepanna (this months featured destination), 2.5 hours from Portrush (a bucket list course many of you have in your plans to play) and 3 hours from Mont Falcon Estates (last months featured destination), it is a bit of a trek to get there but a trek I ABSOLUTELY need to make sometime.
This 9 hole seaside links may very well be the best, and most hidden, gem of all hidden gems, and the 6th hole is it's signature. Click the link to learn more about that hole, and the course in general, and if your going to Northern Ireland, consider adding it to your itinerary - I will be next time I'm in the area!!
Ron
March 17, 2021
The start of a year long celebration of Ireland
with Golf Away Tours
This year, March 17 isn't just a celebration of all things Irish with St Patrick's Day. March 17 will also be the date you want to check your email (and Instagram and Twitter and any other social feed you find us on) for an exciting announcement from Golf Away Tours as we kick off what promises to be an exciting golf season celebrating golf travel in Ireland.
Keep an eye out for your opportunity to celebrate Ireland in Ireland.....
The start of a year long celebration of Ireland
with Golf Away Tours
This year, March 17 isn't just a celebration of all things Irish with St Patrick's Day. March 17 will also be the date you want to check your email (and Instagram and Twitter and any other social feed you find us on) for an exciting announcement from Golf Away Tours as we kick off what promises to be an exciting golf season celebrating golf travel in Ireland.
Keep an eye out for your opportunity to celebrate Ireland in Ireland.....
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