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Ireland Golf - June/July 2024
Posted on 11/8/23 at 9:17 am
Posted on 11/8/23 at 9:17 am
Looking to play at least one round while in Ireland.
First choice would be to play a course in the Dublin area, but we will be seeing the entire country so we could pass on the Dublin area and play elsewhere.
Portmarnock will be closed for a tournament.
I've seen a few recommendations saying to play the Island over Portmarnock. We are also staying near Royal Dublin.
Should we hold off and try to play one of these: St. Patrick's Links, Adere Manor, or Ballybunion
First choice would be to play a course in the Dublin area, but we will be seeing the entire country so we could pass on the Dublin area and play elsewhere.
Portmarnock will be closed for a tournament.
I've seen a few recommendations saying to play the Island over Portmarnock. We are also staying near Royal Dublin.
Should we hold off and try to play one of these: St. Patrick's Links, Adere Manor, or Ballybunion
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Posted on 11/8/23 at 9:23 am to STCTiger985
I read Tom Coyne's A Course Called Ireland earlier this year. Then I rewatched the Tourist Sauce season in Ireland. It's moved Ireland to #1 in my travel bucket list. It just seems like it would be a dream. I am very jealous of your opportunity.
Posted on 11/8/23 at 9:46 am to STCTiger985
Ballybunion in a heartbeat
Posted on 11/8/23 at 11:01 am to DestrehanTiger
Me too. Let’s plan a trip!
Posted on 11/8/23 at 1:47 pm to DestrehanTiger
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It's moved Ireland to #1 in my travel bucket list. It just seems like it would be a dream.
Ireland is a great trip. Took the wife and kids (10 & 11) last May. We spent 8 days in country and had an amazing time. The only thing better than the scenery was the people. A truly warm and engaging culture over there.
It was a very easy trip and not super expensive. I would recommend it very highly.
Didn't play any golf on that trip, but we did drive past Adare Manor. Holy shite that place is exquisite. Ryder Cup heading there in 2027 I believe.
Posted on 11/8/23 at 2:20 pm to slinger1317
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Didn't play any golf on that trip, but we did drive past Adare Manor. Holy shite that place is exquisite. Ryder Cup heading there in 2027 I believe.
That is why it jumped up our list. I was leaning to something on the coast just for the added views and elevation. But the pictures of Adere online look incredible and the added future Ryder Cup makes it a good option.
Posted on 11/8/23 at 3:51 pm to STCTiger985
If one round, would definitely not recommend Adare. For true Irish experience, RCD would be tough to beat. Ballybunion and Lahinch are awesome courses. Old head is probably the most scenic course I’ve ever played, but also not the most traditional Links. Doonbeg is also a beautiful course.
Posted on 11/8/23 at 8:37 pm to GeauxTigers777
Agree… go play a links course. Played Doonbeg this summer, absolutely amazing. Also played a park style and semi links course while I was there. Nothing compared to full links on the coast.
Posted on 11/9/23 at 6:40 am to STCTiger985
I was in Dublin/Howth for a sailing event and played Sutton and Howth mainly because of convenience and it scratched the itch of Irish golf. It was cooler, windy, and hard as shite.
Posted on 11/9/23 at 9:49 am to STCTiger985
Ballybunion is great. My favorite was Lahinch, which is close to the Cliffs of Moher.
Posted on 11/9/23 at 1:03 pm to Eye dentist
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Ballybunion is great. My favorite was Lahinch, which is close to the Cliffs of Moher.
Agree, Lahinch was the fav among the group I played with (we did Ballybunion Old Head and Lahinch)
Posted on 11/12/23 at 5:02 pm to STCTiger985
Was there few years ago for a family vacation and managed a couple of rounds. Played The Island and County Louth (Baltray). Recommend both. The Island was considered one of the best kept secrets in Ireland, but word is getting out. It’s is a very quick trip from town.
Posted on 11/12/23 at 9:19 pm to STCTiger985
Royal County Down
Posted on 11/13/23 at 2:05 pm to STCTiger985
I did Adare Manor, Old Head, Ballybunion and Waterville.
Adare Manor is awesome, but there's nothing special about the golf course.
Adare Manor is awesome, but there's nothing special about the golf course.
Posted on 11/17/23 at 4:36 am to STCTiger985
Have gone twice to Ireland, can't wait to go back. Played Carne twice, Ballybunion, and Enniscrone. Carne is way out there but worth the trip, not just for golf. If u have just one round, I'd do Ballybunion, Royal Portrush, or RCD. Tom Watson calls Ballybunion his favorite.
Posted on 11/21/23 at 10:23 pm to gungho
Posted on 11/23/23 at 9:36 am to gungho
Rent a car a drive to play Royal County Down! I had the great fortune to hangout with Padraig Harrington and I asked him which course is his favorite or best course and that was his recommendation. You won’t be disappointed.
My wife just hung out in Dublin for the day and I cruised up and back without a hiccup.
RCD
My wife just hung out in Dublin for the day and I cruised up and back without a hiccup.
RCD
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