Dooks Golf Club in County Kerry, Ireland
One of southwest Ireland's hidden-gem links near Killarney is Dooks Golf Club in County Kerry, founded in 1889. It's most famous for its club logo, a smiling frog, and perhaps sets the tone for what is considered to be one of the more player-friendly links in Ireland.
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On the golf course and off, Cyprus is an island for all seasons
What Cyprus lacks in number of golf courses it comfortably makes up in many other ways. Tagged "the island for all seasons," it's famous for the warmth of its Mediterranean sun; the breathtaking coastline; history and culture that stretches back over 10,000 years; a whole range of recreational activities in addition to golf; wonderful cuisine and wine; and, finally, the exuberant friendliness of its people.
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Located in County Kerry on the southwest coast, Tralee Golf Club is one of the most spectacular links courses in Ireland. Don't miss the 16th hole: Known as "Shipwreck," this seaside par-3 sits next to rocky cliffs where many ships have met their maker in years past.
... full article »By hook or by crook: Golf in Ireland's sunny southeast
Winter is a time when enterprising golfers follow the lead of Dubliners themselves and head down the N9 for ampler sun and easier tee times in the southeast. You see, in Ireland's relatively lush wintertime playground, romance, golfing magic, and, yes, sometimes even sun, unexpectedly abound.
... full article »Ireland's popular southwest golf links are slashing prices, luring back golfers for 2010
If you looked into booking an Ireland golf vacation a few years ago but package prices were too high, it's about that time to check back in. In the last 12 months, the Emerald Isle has seen a massive "reset" of prices at many of its hotels and golf courses, especially the high-end niche that has taken a especially brutal beating in the travel industry.
... full article »The Ryder Cup could be returning to The Belfry - and the Brabazon course will be ready
Fresh off a sustained renovation and improvement program, the Brabazon course at The Belfry - three-time host of the Ryder Cup Matches - is in better shape than ever, Clive Agran reports from Sutton Coldfield, England. What's more, in an exclusive interview with WorldGolf.com, Belfry Director of Golf Gary Silcock said the course is a likely choice to host the matches for a fourth time.
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True, St. Andrews' Old Course is the most coveted course in Scotland, and demand is high. But scoring a tee time, even at the last minute on a beautiful Saturda [...]
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Photo Gallery: Dooks Golf Club in County Kerry, Ireland
Photo Gallery: The Old Course at Ballybunion Golf Club in County Kerry, Ireland
Photo Gallery: Tralee Golf Club in County Kerry, Ireland
