Why Work with Links of Ireland Golf & Travel for Your Irish Golf Adventure?

Making Irish Golf Trip Easy

By Brian Weis

Planning a golf trip to Ireland is no small feat. With over 400 courses-including nearly one-third of the world's true links - it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Do you start at Royal County Down or Ballybunion? How do you get from Lahinch to Portmarnock without missing the best pint of Guinness along the way? And what about tee times, caddies, and accommodations?

This is where Justin Farrell and Links of Ireland Golf & Travel come in. As a locally based golf tour operator, Justin doesn't just plan trips - he curates unforgettable golf experiences, ensuring every detail is handled while you focus on splitting fairways and avoiding pot bunkers.

Why Choose Links of Ireland Golf & Travel?

Access to Ireland's Best Golf Courses
Ireland is home to some of the most sought-after golf courses in the world, and working with a tour operator like Justin gives you access to the best of the best. Whether you're dreaming of playing Royal Portrush, testing your game against the winds at Lahinch, or standing on the first tee at Old Head with the Atlantic crashing below, Links of Ireland makes it happen.

Justin's deep connections within the golf industry mean you're not just booking a tee time-you're getting insider access, prime slots, and a seamless experience on courses that are notoriously difficult to secure tee times on.

Customized Itineraries Tailored to Your Game
Not every golfer wants (or needs) a links marathon with back-to-back rounds on championship courses. Some want to mix in a few lesser-known gems, enjoy a casual round at a hidden parkland course, or even take a day off to explore Ireland's castles and distilleries.

With Links of Ireland, your itinerary is built around your group's preferences, skill levels, and travel goals. Want to play golf every day? Done. Prefer a balance of golf, sightseeing, and Irish pub experiences? No problem. The beauty of working with a tour operator is that your trip is truly YOUR trip.

Seamless Planning & Stress-Free Travel
Planning a golf trip to Ireland means coordinating tee times, accommodations, transportation, dining, and sightseeing-all while navigating unfamiliar roads, unpredictable weather, and the occasional sheep crossing.

With Links of Ireland, everything is handled for you. That means:
* Tee times booked in advance at world-class courses
* Luxury accommodations suited to your preferences and budget
* Private transportation (no need to navigate left-side driving after a few pints)
* Local insights on the best pubs, restaurants, and cultural stops

Essentially, you show up, you play, and you enjoy-without the hassle.

The Links of Ireland Difference

World-Class Golf on Legendary Courses

Ireland's links courses have hosted The Open, Ryder Cup, and countless Irish Opens. With Links of Ireland, you'll get to walk the same fairways as the greats. Whether it's the rolling dunes of Waterville, the dramatic cliffs of Tralee, or the legendary test of Royal County Down, your golf bucket list gets checked off in style.

Bucket List Courses:
Play the likes of Golf on Ardglass Golf Club, Royal County Down Golf Club, Castlerock Golf Club, Portstewart Golf Club, and Royal Portrush Golf Club

North East Must Plays:
Golf on Rosapenna, St. Patrick's Links, Portsalon Golf Club, Carne Golf Links, Co. Sligo Golf Club, and Enniscrone Golf Club

Dublin Bucket List
Golf on County Louth Golf Club, The Island Golf Club, Jameson Links, and The K Club (Ryder Cup Course)

Southwest Ireland Must Plays:
Golf on Waterville Golf Links & Tralee Golf Club, Ballybunion Golf Club (Old), Killarney Golf Club (Killeen), & Old Head Golf Links

Want to play other courses or have a private course on your must play list. No problem Just is a local and has the hook ups.

Luxury Accommodations: From Castles to Cozy Inns
Your golf experience doesn't stop when you leave the course. Links of Ireland offers accommodations ranging from five-star castle hotels like Adare Manor to boutique guesthouses with stunning seaside views. Whether you want the royal treatment or a charming local stay, your comfort is guaranteed.

Hassle-Free Travel: Leave the Driving to the Pros
Driving in Ireland is an adventure, but it's not always one you want to take on yourself-especially after 18 holes and a few pints of Guinness. With chauffeur-driven coaches and luxury transfers, Links of Ireland ensures you travel in comfort, without the stress of navigating narrow roads or roundabouts.
Beyond Golf: Experience the Best of Ireland

Yes, golf is the focus-but Ireland offers so much more. Your trip can include:

* Whiskey & Brewery Tours - Visit iconic distilleries like Jameson or enjoy a pint at the Guinness Storehouse.
* Historic Castles & Landmarks - Explore Blarney Castle, the Cliffs of Moher, and the Rock of Cashel.
* Traditional Irish Music & Pubs - Experience authentic Irish hospitality in Galway, Dingle, or Dublin's Temple Bar.
* Outdoor Adventures - From hiking in Killarney National Park to exploring the stunning Ring of Kerry.

Book Your Irish Golf Adventure with Links of Ireland

Golfing in Ireland is more than just a trip-it's an experience of a lifetime. With Justin Farrell and Links of Ireland Golf & Travel, you get a local expert who knows the courses, the culture, and the best way to make your trip unforgettable.

Whether you're planning a bucket-list links adventure, a corporate golf getaway, or a buddies' trip, trust Links of Ireland to handle the details while you enjoy the golf trip of your dreams.

For more information or to start planning, visit Links of Ireland Golf & Travel or contact Justin directly.

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About: Brian Weis

Brian Weis is the mastermind behind GolfTrips.com, a vast network of golf travel and directory sites covering everything from the rolling fairways of Wisconsin to the sunbaked desert layouts of Arizona. If there’s a golf destination worth visiting, chances are, Brian has written about it, played it, or at the very least, found a way to justify a "business trip" there.

As a card-carrying member of the Golf Writers Association of America (GWAA), International Network of Golf (ING), Golf Travel Writers of America (GTWA), International Golf Travel Writers Association (IGTWA), and The Society of Hickory Golfers (SoHG), Brian has the credentials to prove that talking about golf is his full-time job. In 2016, his peers even handed him The Shaheen Cup, a prestigious award in golf travel writing—essentially the Masters green jacket for guys who don’t hit the range but still know where the best 19th holes are.

Brian’s love for golf goes way back. As a kid, he competed in junior and high school golf, only to realize that his dreams of a college golf scholarship had about the same odds as a 30-handicap making a hole-in-one. Instead, he took the more practical route—working on the West Bend Country Club grounds crew to fund his University of Wisconsin education. Little did he know that mowing greens and fixing divots would one day lead to a career writing about the best courses on the planet.

In 2004, Brian turned his golf passion into a business, launching GolfWisconsin.com. Three years later, he expanded his vision, and GolfTrips.com was born—a one-stop shop for golf travel junkies looking for their next tee time. Today, his empire spans all 50 states, and 20+ international destinations.

On the course, Brian is a weekend warrior who oscillates between a 5 and 9 handicap, depending on how much he's been traveling (or how generous he’s feeling with his scorecard). His signature move" A high, soft fade that his playing partners affectionately (or not-so-affectionately) call "The Weis Slice." But when he catches one clean, his 300+ yard drives remind everyone that while he may write about golf for a living, he can still send a ball into the next zip code with the best of them.

Whether he’s hunting down the best public courses, digging up hidden gems, or simply outdriving his buddies, Brian Weis is living proof that golf is more than a game—it’s a way of life.