- Nights 8
- Days 9
- Rounds of Golf 5
- # of Golfers 8
- Dates Aug 17 - 25, 2024
Embark on a golfing odyssey through the enchanting landscapes of Northern Ireland, followed by a thrilling sports spectacle in Dublin. Over eight memorable nights, you’ll experience the best of both worlds—world-class golf and college football excitement.
With your own dedicated driver, you’ll traverse the picturesque countryside to reach the esteemed Royal County Down Golf Club. Here, you’ll tee off amidst the stunning backdrop of the Mourne Mountains, tackling one of golf’s most revered courses. The championship links at Royal County Down will test your skills and provide an unforgettable golfing experience.
Next, you’ll venture to Royal Portrush Golf Club, home to The Open Championship. On the Dunluce Links, you’ll walk in the footsteps of golfing legends and savor the challenges of this iconic course.
Between rounds, you’ll explore Northern Ireland’s coastal gems, including the mesmerizing Giant’s Causeway and the adventurous Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. The natural wonders of the region will leave you in awe.
The journey concludes in Dublin, where you’ll witness the excitement of the 2024 College Kick Off Classic, featuring Florida State University against Georgia Tech. The electric atmosphere of college football will surround you as you cheer for your favorite team.
Throughout this remarkable trip, you’ll enjoy eight nights of comfortable accommodations and five rounds of golf at prestigious courses, creating memories that blend the love of golf with the thrill of sports. It’s a journey that combines the best of Ireland’s greens and gridiron, leaving you with a treasure trove of unforgettable experiences.
Dates & Prices
Prices are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy.
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Terms & Conditions
Itinerary
- Arrive into Dublin International Airport (DUB)
- Upon arrival, transfer via private coach to Galgorm Resort and check in for the next 4 nights.
- Transfer to Galgrom Resort
- Approx. transfer time: 2 hr. 10 mins.
- Golf – Castlerock Golf Club @ 3:12pm
- Approx. transfer time: 45 mins.
- After golf, remainder of your day at your own leisure.
- Hotel – Galgorm Resort
- Full Irish Breakfast
- Golf – Portstewart Golf Club @ 1:40pm
- Approx. transfer time: 40 mins.
- After golf, remainder of your day at your own leisure.
- Hotel – Galgorm Resort
- Full Irish Breakfast
- Golf – Royal Portrush Golf Club: Dunluce Links @ 11:00am
- Approx. transfer time: 40 mins.
- After golf, remainder of your day at your own leisure.
- Hotel – Galgorm Resort
- Full Irish Breakfast
- Sightseeing Day
- Enjoy the day at your own leisure.
- Hotel – Galgorm Resort
- Full Irish Breakfast
- Check out of Galgorm Resort transfer to Ardglass Golf Club
- Approx. transfer time: 1 hr. 20 mins.
- Golf – Ardglass Golf Club @ 2:42pm
- After golf, transfer to Slieve Donard Resort and Spa for the next 2 nights.
- Approx. transfer time: 35 mins.
- Remainder of the day at your leisure.
- Hotel – Slieve Donard Resort and Spa
- Full Irish Breakfast
- Golf – Royal County Down Golf Club @ 9:31am
- Approx. transfer time: 10 mins.
- Remainder of the day at your leisure.
- Hotel – Slieve Donard Resort and Spa
- Full Irish Breakfast
- Check out of Slieve Donard Resort and Spa transfer to Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links for the next 2 nights.
- Approx. transfer time: 1 hr. 50 mins.
- Remainder of the day at your leisure.
- Hotel – Portmarnock Hotel & Jameson Golf Links
- Full Irish Breakfast
- Gear up for the BIG Game – FSU vs. Georgia Tech at Aviva Stadium in Dublin City Center
- Hotel – Portmarnock Hotel & Jameson Golf Links
- Full Irish Breakfast
- Check out of Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links and transfer to Dublin International Airport (DUB) for flight home.
- Approx. transfer time: 15 mins.
Accommodations
Slieve Donard Resort & Spa
August 21 - 23, 20242 Nights at Slieve Donard Resort and Spa with full breakfast daily.
Portmarnock Resort & Jameson Golf Links
August 23 - 25, 20242 Nights at Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links with full breakfast daily.
Golf Courses
Castlerock Golf Club
Castlerock Golf Club, is a classic links course set amid towering dunes. Situated on the Causeway coast and only a 20 minute drive from both Royal Portrush Golf Club... More
Portstewart Golf Club – The Strand Course
A ‘true test of golf’ is a much overused phrase, but in this case it is a reflection of the variety and ingenuity of the shots required to get... More
Royal Portrush Golf Club – Dunluce Course
The Dunluce Links at Royal Portrush Golf Club ranks amongst the world’s greatest courses. Voted Number 12 in the world by Golf Magazine, it is a masterpiece of golf... More
Ardglass Golf Club
Ardglass Golf Course is an 18 hole links course in a natural setting hugging the north-east coast of Ireland, with stunning views, unique golf holes and memorable people. Our... More
Royal County Down Golf Club
Royal County Down Golf Club is located in one of the world’s most naturally beautiful links settings in the Murlough Nature Reserve. Against the magnificent backdrop of the Mountains... More
Galgorm Resort
Castlerock Golf Club
Portstewart Golf Club – The Strand Course
Royal Portrush Golf Club – Dunluce Course
Ardglass Golf Club
Slieve Donard Resort & Spa
Royal County Down Golf Club
Portmarnock Resort & Jameson Golf Links
Included
- 4 Nights at Galgorm Resort – Superior Twin
- 2 Nights at Slieve Donard Resort and Spa – King/Twin
- 5 Rounds of Golf:
- Saturday August 17 – Castlerock Golf Club @ 3:12pm
- Sunday August 18 – Portstewart Golf Club @ 1:40pm
- Monday August 19 – Royal Portrush Golf Club: Dunluce Links @ 11:00am
- Wednesday August 21 – Ardglass Golf Club @ 2:42pm
- Thursday August 22 – Royal County Down Golf Club @ 09:31am
- Round Trip Airport Transfers (Group traveling in same transfer)
- 7x days chauffeur driven transportation
- Round Trip Golf Transfers
- All local taxes and service fees
- Services of your Golf by Distincte representative throughout planning and experience
Not Included
- FSU Game Tickets / Dublin Hotel
- All flights both local and international
- All portage and tips for drivers & guides
- All caddies and carts not indicated in itinerary
- All meals, drinks not mentioned in itinerary
- All items of a personal nature
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Before You Travel
- A quality rain suit, pants and jacket is a MUST! Zero Restriction and FootJoy are quality brands. If you do not own such apparel, it is expensive and note, you get what you pay for. So purchase wisely as you’ll be thankful you have it if you get a good lashing!
- Rain gloves – a must when playing in the rain. They come in pairs and for good reason. A wet hand on a wet grip will only result in tears as your ball, and maybe your club too, will undoubtedly end up in the fescue.
- A good ski hat – yes, not what you typically think of for golf but because most courses are on the ocean, the water temps are still only in the upper 50’s to 60 degrees. Combine these factors with some wind blowing onshore and then throw in some rain and it is a recipe for being miserable. A nice warm hat that can cover your ears could be your best friend.
- A proper golf umbrella – a must as normal summer weather means intermittent showers that come and go throughout a 4 hour round. You can generally see what is coming so instead of changing in and out of rain gear, you can use a good sturdy wind-resistant umbrella to shelter you until the shower passes.
Now, what about sunshine? Yes, they do have it in Ireland and when it comes out especially in the late spring and summer months, it can be quite warm to hot. Therefore, a few pair of golf shorts are in order. Golfers have been known to wear shorts under their rain pants simply because the extremes from shower to sunshine can be very dramatic – so this is sometimes the best approach.
All in all, these are the best tips to best prepare you for what we hope is a memorable experience golfing in Northern Ireland.