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.