Dublin has over 60 golf courses each offering something different from Championship links courses to parkland courses but all offer their own breathtaking views. No matter what your level of play, Dublin somehow has that something special which makes a game of golf a pleasure or at the worst a refreshing & relaxing walk.

Located just 6 miles from Dublin is Leopardstown Racecourse which was completed in 1888 and was built by Captain George Quin, having been modelled on Sandown Racecourse in England. Since its purchase, Leopardstown has been continuously upgraded and developed to become one of the premier racecourses in Europe, in terms of both the quality of racing and its facilities.

 

 

 

 

 

At the end of the day its a golf trip and the most important aspect of any golf tour is the quality of the courses.

 

 

» Portmarnock Hotel Widely recognised as one of Ireland’s premier resorts Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links makes full use of dunes and natural terrain that will please the most ardent links purists. Just 15 mins from Dublin Airport.	» K Club Golf Resort Hosted a Ryder Cup, and with two championship Irish Golf Courses , a luxury spa , 5 star Irish cuisine and an idyllic river setting complete the ultimate golfing break in Ireland. A must visit golfing resort.
» Druids Glen Golf Resort Every Great Irish Golf Trip Starts at Druids Glen - The Augusta of Europe. When You Visit Ireland for Golf or Leisure, You'll Love the Irish Golf and Hospitality at Druids Glen.	» Tulfarris Golf Resort Tulfarris is more than just a hotel, golf and leisure resort. It's a culmination of delicious food, chilled bars and deluxe guest rooms with stunning views across the lakes and mountains.
» Rosapenna Hotel In 2008 Sandy Hills was named in the top 100 golf courses in Britain & Ireland by Golf World Magazine. Receiving rave reviews.	» Glasson Hotel & Golf The Glasson Golf Experience is a must for every golfer with the breathtaking views over Killinure bay.
» Mount Juliet Hotel Mount Juliet Golf Club is a Jack Nicklaus designed golf course set in a world of its own, on lush parkland in the south east of Ireland, and only 20 minutes from Kilkenny.	» Lough Erne The Sir Nick Faldo designed Championship Course will get you off to a wonderful start.  The opening four holes wind through mature woodland paving the way to a spectacular par three.

 

 

 

The video above lasts 05:29 and shows you what Dublin has to offer on your next golf break. Ideal for stag golf breaks, lads and ladies golf breaks or great for those who enjoy the 'Craic' at a more leisuely pace. Press play now to see what your missing.

 

 

When the golf is finished Dublin comes alive with pubs, clubs, and sophisticated restaurants and wonderful building. Dublin’s pubs are slices of its living culture. They are the famous haunts of its literary set, politicians, rock stars and of course, Dubliners!

 

Dublin is home to some 1,000 pubs and no visit to Dublin would be complete without sampling a local brew of the black stuff in a real Dublin pub! A visit to the world-famous Guinness Brewery is a must, along with a visit to Europe’s biggest walled park, which surrounds Dublin Zoo.

 

 

 

 

Renowned for its scenery, Wicklow is a beautiful mix of golden sandy beaches, rolling mountains, wooded glens, cascading waterfalls and lakes. Wicklow’s landscape provides a perfect backdrop for a range of activities such as Golf, Walking, Angling, Outdoor Pursuits and Equestrian as well as scenic drives. The coastal towns of Greystones and Bray offer good pubs, cafes, restaurants and shopping, combined with stunning sea views along the promenade.

 

Kildare’s famous racecourses – The Curragh – Punchestown and Naas are the home to exciting racing festivals, while the Irish National Stud is testament to the county’s strong horse breeding tradition. The county offers a range of special interest activities in addition to horse racing and horse riding such as golf , motor racing, fishing, ecology, cruising and walking. In the centre of the sport of kings, the town of Naas has three classic race courses within easy reach. To say nothing of equestrian centres, flying clubs, greyhound tracks and just about every sport you can think of...

 

The rich heritage of County Meath ensures that every visit is memorable. Don't miss the chance to visit the world renowned prehistoric tombs at Brú na Bóinne (Newgrange), and the site of the Battle of the Boyne, located near Oldbridge. There is horse racing at Fairyhouse – the home of the Irish Grand National, - Bellewstown and Navan. Special gardens to visit at Trim, Dunboyne and Kells, and Fishing in the River Boyne, the Royal Canal, Louth Sheelin and Drumconrath lakes.

 

 

 

 

“Cork......3rd Top City in the World to visit in 2010 according to Lonely Planet”

 

Cork City is steeped in history, and is fast gaining a reputation as one of Europe's hippest cities. Like Venice, the city is built upon water, and the city centre is built on an island in the River Lee, just upstream of Cork Harbour.

 

No visit would be complete without a trip to Blarney Castle, home to the famous Blarney Stone. Tradition says that those who kiss the stone will receive the gift of eloquence.

 

Extending from the midlands to the Atlantic Ocean and covering counties Clare, Limerick, North Tipperary and South Offaly, the Shannon region is home to many more wonders!

County Limerick is a place of quiet beauty and rural charm. Its gentle undulating landscape is pleasing to the eye from rural mountains of Ballyhoura, the beautiful Golden Vale in the east of the County through to the tidal estuary of the River Shannon.

 

 

 

Experience a wonderful golfing holiday you’ll never forget in the South East Region of Ireland- with over 500 hours more sunshine it makes this region the sunniest place in Ireland. The region is only an hour's drive from Dublin and the main airports and ferry ports can easily be found.

 

With its unique heritage & scenic landscapes it is a natural playground for an activity holiday. South West Ireland is truly a great golfing destination, as the region offers cities, beaches, countryside, culture and approx 31 golf clubs.

 

Wexford's coast offers a mix of mountainous scenery, river valleys with fine fishing, and mile upon mile of fine, unspoiled beaches such as Courtown, Rosslare, Duncannon and Curracloe. The South East Coastal Drive is perhaps the best way to take in part of Wexford’s 200 kilometres of stunning coastline.

 

Waterford also hosts a colourful calendar of festivals throughout the year, including the Waterford Spraoi, Imagine Arts Festival, Waterford Light Opera Festival, Around Ireland 2010 Offshore Power Boat, Waterford Harvest Food Festival, and much more..

 

 

 

 

Aer Arann operate a twice daily service between Dublin and Sligo. Airfares commence at just €27 one way and flight time is 40 minutes. Sligo boasts magnificent championship links courses along the Atlantic seaboard and provides some of the most challenging and exhilarating golf in the world. Play parklands if that’s your thing over fairways adorned with mature trees and natural water features. Great value and superb golf guaranteed.

 

Galway Races Summer Festival Meeting has grown from strength to strength each year, and now has an attendance of approximately 200,000 people over the course of the seven-day festival. With a mixture of flat and national hunt racing, Galway Races attracts punters from all walks of life from the keen race-goer to the ordinary punter to experience this unique sporting event.

 

There is certain chemistry and vibrancy to this friendly University City, which many delight in, and few forget. Music, festivals, horse racing, pubs, restaurants, shops, theatres and most of all Galway people, combine to create this atmospheric medieval city.

 

Jutting proudly into the Atlantic Ocean, County Mayo boasts a stunningly beautiful unspoilt environment with a magical attraction for visitors. Cosmopolitan towns such as Westport positively burst with charm and personality, as welcoming as the Mayo people themselves. Roscommon is often described as ‘the heart of undiscovered Ireland’. We invite you to unlock the treasures of this land of castles and ancient kings, of stately homes and wonderful landscapes, where shimmering rivers, lakes and forest parks abound.

 

 

 

 

Donegal Town whose name in Irish means 'Fort of the Foreigners' is situated at the point where the river Eske flows into Donegal Bay. Today, this thriving market town is still very popular with tourists and is an ideal base from which to explore the south and west of the County.

 

Letterkenny is Donegal's principal town and an ideal location to base yourself for a holiday in Donegal and Ireland's beautiful North West Region. Letterkenny got its name from the Gaelic Irish 'Leitir Ceannain' meaning 'Hillside of the O'Cannons'. Letterkenny had grown into a prosperous market town by the 17th century and is now the largest and most densely populated town in Donegal. Letterkenny is a vibrant town, particularly at night there are a number of very popular pubs and clubs.

 

Rosapenna is on the way to Rosguill Peninsula. It is a pleasant resort with a spectacular 18 hole links. The superbly appointed course was designed by Tom Morris in 1893. The Rosapenna hotel is a four star hotel set in 700 acres between Sheephaven and Mulroy bays.

 

Portsalon is home to Ballymastocker Bay, which is alongside a E.U blue flag beach recently voted 'the most beautiful beach in the world'. A very popular recreational area surrounds this lovely village. Portsalon Golf Club is a delightful 18 hole links laced by a triple beach at one end and adorned by the wild beauty of Lough Swilly and the Inishowen Peninsula to the east.

 

Narin and Portnoo Golf Club, is situated in a beautiful seaside resort in southwest Donegal, 6 miles from Glenties. It is considered one of the most scenic 18-hole links courses in Ireland, with sweeping views of Gweebarra Bay.

 

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	De Vere Slaley Hall	De Vere Herons Reach
	Marriott Forest of Arden	Marriott Worsley Park
	La Torre Golf Resort	La Cala Resort
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