Each year, numerous H&B travelers embark on self-drive golf trips to the U.K. and Ireland. Although the service of a professional Driver-Host is lost in the process, there are a number of benefits to the self-drive option. Not the least of which is the flexibility to chart your own course. On the other hand, self-drive golf trips can also present a unique set of challenges along the journey. In this episode, Connor and D.J. share a few helpful tips and best practices before...

The average golf trip to Scotland, Ireland, or beyond requires numerous tee times, reservations, and other arrangements. Each of them is an opportunity for something to go sideways. To ensure your journey stays in the fairway, Connor & D.J. share the most common golf travel mistakes and important tips to help you avoid them. Additional Resources 10 Golf Travel Mistakes to Avoid The First Timers' Guide to Golf Travel Across the Pond

After all of the planning and preparations, your flight is the last big hurdle to clear before you can enjoy your golf trip across the pond. Although it is largely out of your hands, there are many choices that you can make that will increase the odds that you, your luggage, and your clubs, all arrive as scheduled. In this episode, Connor and D.J. share some essential flight tips for golf trips to Scotland, Ireland, and Beyond. Additional Resources Flight FAQs for Golf Trips...

Once considered a far flung destination, The Highlands is now one of the most popular regions for golf trips to Scotland By the end of the episode, you'll learn... Where to Stay. Where to Play. What to See. Plus numerous other important details for golf travelers. Additional Resources The Complete Guide to Royal Dornoch Golf Club 7 Things to See at Cabot Highlands 7 Things to See at Brora Golf Club The Highlands of Scotland Off the Beaten Path Mentioned in this...

When your golf trip calls for a little sightseeing, there are an abundance of must-see stops in Scotland, Ireland, and England. Join Connor and D.J. as they explore some of their favorite places to enjoy the Good Life across the pond. The highlights include a climb to the top of a 1000 year old tower, a stroll through the ancient streets of Scotland's capital, and a visit to the club that gave us the most famous band in the world. Mentioned in this Episode Titanic Belfast The...

When planning a golf trip to Scotland or Ireland, understanding the total cost of your trip can be a challenge. In this episode of Golf and the Good Life, Connor & D.J. offer some clarity to the topic of price for golf trips across the pond. By the end of the episode, you'll learn... The key decisions that drive the price of golf trips to Scotland, Ireland, and Beyond. Why some itineraries appear similar on paper, but are quite different in terms of cost and the overall...

When golf trips call for a little time off the course, whisky tours are the most requested activity by H&B travelers. In this episode, Connor & D.J. explore some of our favorite pairings of golf and whisky in Scotland and Ireland. The two greatest exports from both countries are the very definition of a Perfect Pairing. Additional Resources Golf & Whisky in Scotland - 7 Perfect Pairings Golf & Whiskey in Ireland - 5 Perfect Pairings Mentioned in this...

Connor and D.J. recap the 2023 Open at Royal Liverpool Golf Club, and offer a detailed look at the future host courses for The Open Championship. Additional Resources Future Open Championship Venues You Can Play The Complete Guide to Royal Liverpool 6 Things to See at Royal Troon Golf Club The Complete Guide to Royal Portrush Golf Club

Come along as we explore Royal Liverpool Golf Club - host of the 2023 Open Championship - and the exceptional links courses of England's Golf Coast. This appropriately named region is often overlooked by those planning golf trips across the pond. But with three members of The Open rota, plus the best collection of 2nd tier courses in Great Britain and Ireland, England's Golf Coast deserves more of the spotlight. The Open Championship at Royal Liverpool promises to supply just...

Join us for the conclusion of our in-depth visit to the great golf courses and stunning sights in Southwest Ireland. This episode features "the world's most scenic golf course" plus Payne Stewart's favorite links in Ireland. Additional Resources 7 Things to See at Old Head Golf Links 7 Things to See at Waterville Golf Links Mentioned in this Episode Old Head Golf Links Waterville Golf Links Hayfield Manor Hotel Ring of Kerry The Jameson Experience

Come along as we continue exploring the exceptional Golf and the Good Life in Southwest Ireland. From a Top 25 course in the world to the unforgettable towns and scenery, it's no wonder why the courses and sights in this episode feature in most Ireland golf trips to this region. Additional Resources 7 Things to See at Ballybunion 7 Things to See at Tralee Golf Links Southwest Ireland Off the Beaten Path The Best 18 Holes in Southwest Ireland Mentioned in this...

Southwest Ireland is the crown jewel of golf trips to the Emerald Isle. The area is home to four courses ranked in the Golf Digest World Top 100 – no other region in Great Britain and Ireland has more. There's also a future Ryder Cup venue and some of the finest natural wonders across the pond. Join us for the first episode of this two-part podcast, as we explore the exceptional Golf and the Good Life of Southwest Ireland. Additional Resources 10 Things to See at Adare...

The average golf trip to Scotland or Ireland requires the planning and execution of 40-50 individual reservations, tee times, and other arrangements. With that comes plenty of opportunities for stress to creep in and attempt to take hold of your trip. In this episode, Connor and D.J. share 10 best practices to ensure a smooth, memorable, and stress-free golf trip across the pond. Additional Resources 10 Tips for Stress-Free Golf Trips to Scotland and Ireland Who to Invite on...

Royal County Down and Royal Portrush are the two hottest tee times for Ireland golf trips. The former is the #1 ranked golf course in the world by Golf Digest. The latter is the newest host course for The Open Championship. If you're planning a golf trip to this corner of Ireland or counting down to tee times already on the books, Connor and D.J. share everything you should know about these iconic courses. Additional Resources The Complete Guide to Royal County Down Golf...

Join us for a visit to some of the best 19th holes in golf. This episode of Golf and the Good Life was inspired by a recent article at LINKS Magazine covering four memorable golf bars across the pond. Connor and D.J. took the liberty to expand the list by sharing their favorite 19th holes in Scotland, Ireland, and England plus one extra for good measure. Did you favorite make the list? Additional Resources LINKS Magazine - 4 Memorable Golf Bars in Scotland and Ireland The...

Connor and D.J. share everything you need to know about caddies for golf trips to Scotland, Ireland, and Beyond. By the end of the episode, you'll know everything from the suggested gratuity to how to boost the odds that the best caddie ends up with your bag. Additional Resources Caddie FAQs for Golf Trips to Scotland, Ireland, and England

Connor & D.J. share everything you need to know about packing for a golf trip to Scotland, Ireland, and Beyond. By the end of the episode, you'll know what to bring, what you should leave behind, and how a common packing mistake could even affect your scorecards during the trip. Additional Resources What to Pack for a Golf Trip to Scotland, Ireland, and England 5 Reasons to Ship Your Golf Clubs Across the Pond How to Pack Your Golf Travel Bag

Tee times at The Old Course at St. Andrews are a coveted part of many golf trips to Scotland. But despite being a truly public course, landing a tee time in The Home of Golf is not as simple as booking online or calling the pro shop.    In this episode of Golf and the Good Life, Connor and D.J. provide an in-depth look at the four ways to book a tee time at The Old Course at St. Andrews. They also share some valuable advice to help boost the odds that your group finds a place on the tee...

Thanks to the current unprecedented demand for travel, many golfers have already started to look ahead to 2024 golf trips to Scotland, Ireland, and England. If early inquiries and bookings are any indication, 2024 will once again see a record number of golfers visit the great links courses overseas. In this episode of Golf and the Good Life, Connor and D.J. provide an in-depth look at planning for 2024 golf trips across the pond, as well as some of the important dates and other information...

Transportation is often an overlooked part of planning a golf trip to Scotland, Ireland, and beyond. But as any experienced golf traveler will attest, it has the ability to make or break your entire journey.  In this episode, Connor and D.J. discuss the reasons to hire a private driver-host for your golf trip across the pond and the benefits you'll realize along the way.  Visit the link below, to learn more about hiring a driver-host for golf trips to the U.K. and...

The conclusion of our two-part podcast dedicated to the great golf courses of Northwest Ireland.   In this episode, Connor and Daniel venture off Ireland's well worn path to play some of the rugged golf courses of Donegal. From a 9-holer at the edge of the earth, to the first Top 100 ranked golf course in Northwest Ireland, the key takeaway from the journey is clear...  If Northwest Ireland isn't already on your golf travel list, it should be. ➡️ Additional Resources   10 Golf Courses...

The steady rise in demand for Northwest Ireland golf trips has been one of the most interesting developments in golf travel of late.   Although one course in particular has inspired much of the interest in the area, the region is no one hit wonder.   In this episode of Golf and the Good Life, Connor and Daniel explore this long overlooked region that's finally getting its deserved turn in the sun. For additional insight on the golf courses in Northwest Ireland, visit the links...

Welcome to Golf and the Good Life – Your guide to golf travel across the pond.    In this new podcast, presented by Haversham & Baker Expeditions, co-hosts Connor Evers, PGA and Daniel Jones provide a valuable resource for golfers planning or counting down to golf trips to Scotland, Ireland, and beyond.