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SOUTHWEST SEPTEMBER 8-16, 2018 8 Days  7 Nights

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ITINERARY TO IRELAND

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2018 Depart for Shannon, Ireland

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2018 Arrive in Shannon, Ireland

TRAVEL TO WATERVILLE Hogs Head Golf & Cottages (2 nights) PM Round at Hogs Head Golf Club (18 holes)

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2018 AM Round at Hogs Head Golf Club (18 holes) PM Round at Waterville Golf Links (18 holes)

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2018 AM Round at Waterville Golf Links (18 holes)

TRAVEL TO Killarney Park Hotel (5 nights)

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2018 Old Head Golf Club – AM Round (18 holes)

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2018 Golf Club -AM Round (18 holes)

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2018 Killarney Killeen Golf Club CITY ON

Shannon, Ireland

Situated on the River Shannon close to ancient Limerick City, Shannon is the second largest town in and is home to the county’s major access point, Shannon International Airport. Shannon is Ireland’s only created town originating from the 1960’s as part of developing the local economy. The area has a huge industrial heartland and is home to the world’s first duty-free shop in the airport. KING JOHN’S CASTLE LIMERICK CITY RIVER SHANNON CLIFFS OF MOHER The cliffs take their name from an old promontory fort called Mothar or Moher, are a work of art by nature, a breath- taking natural sight of majestic cliffs rising proudly out of the sea. There are five different rock layers visible in the cliffs, dramatic geological shapes and thousands of seabirds that have made the cliffs their home. GANNETS PUFFIN The Shannon Estuary is a large estuary where the River Shannon flows into the . The estuary has Limerick City at its head and its seaward limits are marked by to the north and Kerry Head to the south. It is designated as a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) through the Shannon Dolphin and Wildlife Foundation. There is a rich diversity of wildlife at the Mouth of the Shannon including dolphins, flocks of oceanic seabirds, such as guillemots, gannets, razorbills, puffins, shearwaters and terns are seasonal visitors due to the large shoals of herrings, sprat and mackerel that follow the tidal currents into the Estuary.

BOTTLE-NOSED DOLPHINS RAZORBILLS BUNRATTY CASTLE Situated in the heart of Bunratty Village, Bunratty Castle is the most complete medieval fortress in Ireland dating back to 1425, and even back then it was built on an old Viking Camp that dates back to the year 970. You can walk along the dungeons; explore the great hall; and take in all the marvelous medieval architecture, 15th and 16th century furnishings, tapestries and medieval art to give you a glimpse of 15th century Irish life.

BUNRATTY CASTLE The beautiful and breathtaking port of coastal Ireland

Waterville, Ireland

The beautiful and idyllic Waterville is the only village on the with spectacular seascape vistas.

LOUGH KEY CASTLE RIVER SHANNON WATERVILLE Stunningly situated between the wild Atlantic Ocean and the fresh water lake of Lough Currane sits the beautiful village of Waterville. Waterville is unique in the fact that it is the only village on the Ring of Kerry that is actually right on the coast and sandwiched on a strip of ground be- tween lake and ocean. Waterville village overlooks Bay and is situated on Lough (Lake) Currane which is said to have some of the best salmon and sea trout angling in Europe.

Waterville has been a favorite holiday spot for many years. Charlie Chaplin spent his summers here. Charlie Chaplin first visited the Waterville in 1959 and came back every year for over ten years. There WATERVILLE BOATSHED is a statue of him in the center of the village.

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SALMON FISHING CHARLIE CHAPLIN STATUE CONNORS PASS WATERVILLE ST PATRICKS PIPERS WATERVILLE COTTAGE HOGS HEAD GOLF COURSE In July 2017, Hogs Head Golf Club soft launched its Golf Course and Clubhouse with a simple vision—to create a world class golf course “built by friends, for friends” who share the love of the game of golf.The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr. to seamlessly weave together the unique special beauty

WATERVILLE OLD CASTLE of the landscape with golf holes that flow naturally with a links feel.

With the Finglas River flowing through the course, beautiful mountain vistas, majestic cliff holes overlooking the Ballinskelligs Bay, and the charm of the seaside village of Waterville, the rich visual tapestry of the area flows naturally with the hard and fast links of Hogs Head Golf course.

[Photos are not available, but you can visit them COTTAGE RUINS online at HogsHeadGolfClub.com.] BALLINSKELLIGS BAY HOGS HEAD COTTAGES The Lodge at Hogs Head is a new warm and welcoming 48 Bedroom Lodge currently being developed on the shores of the beautiful and serene Lough Currane in Waterville, , Ireland. Due to open in the summer of 2018, the Lodge including 5 four-bedroom Cottages and a 10,000 sq ft Spa will be a luxury home- away-from-home for members of the Hogs Head Golf Club which recently opened for play in August 2017. Built to a luxurious Five Star specification, The Lodge at Hogs Head promises a unique and personable lodging experience unrivaled in Ireland.

The new Lodge at Hogs Head is currently being built on the site of the Waterville Lake Hotel and previously the Southern Lake Hotel which formed part of the Great Southern Hotel Group. The location is steeped in traditions past of welcoming guests to this beautiful and breathtaking part of coastal Ireland. WATERVILLE GOLF LINKS Less than one percent of all the golf courses in the world are “True Links.” Waterville Golf Links is No. 1 in Ireland, while Royal is No. 1 in neighboring .

Killarney, Ireland

Killarney is a town on the shores of in southwest Ireland’s County Kerry. It’s a stop on the Ring of Kerry scenic drive, and the start and finishing point of the 200-km walking trail. KILLARNEY PARK HOTEL Located in Killarney, a quintessentially Irish town, this family-owned property provides a luxurious home-away-from-home. Relax in the comfort of the extensive Elemis Spa, with its hydrotherapy suite, caldarium and outdoor hot tub; and enjoy fine dining at the elegant Park Restaurant, Garden Bar, and outdoor Terrace. Everyone can take advantage of day trips, from walks and horseback rides through the picturesque 25,000-acre National Park to tours of Ross Castle and and Gardens. As befits its location in such natural splendor, The Killarney Park has won awards for its environmentally sensitive management.

KILLARNEY NATIONAL PARK The Killarney Park Hotel is one of the finest luxury hotels Ireland has to offer, minutes from town life and nature’s wonderful attractions. This is a Five Star Hotel really like no other. Awarded the “Number One Hotel in Ireland” Accolade by Trip Advisor in January 2018, this proud Leading Hotel of the World offers a warm and welcoming retreat for guests in search of exceptional comfort with all of those little extra touches. MUCKROSS HOUSE ROSS CASTLE KILLARNEY NATIONAL PARK Old-world elegance meets modern day luxury in the family-owned Killarney Park Hotel, where you can STUNNING ROOMS & SUITES Indulge in Luxurious Surroundings look forward to the solace and comfort from a real log fire and the very best of Killarney hospitality Beautifully appointed rooms and suites offering views either of the Hotel gardens or the steeples of and flawless service after your journey. historic Killarney Town.

INFORMAL GOURMET DINING In truly Magnificent Surroundings You can be assured of exceptional food and impeccable service in the very finest Five Star hotel Killarney has to offer. WILDLIFE IN KILLARNEY White Tailed Sea Eagles.

A wide range of wildfowl (23 species) and wader (17 species). Red-breasted Merganser, Tufted duck, and Teal. The last surviving indigenous herd of red deer in Ireland occurs in the Killarney Valley. RED-BREASTED MERGANSER WHITE-TAILED SEA EAGLE TUFTED DUCK PAIR To hear the waves crash against OLD HEAD GOLF CLUB Occupying a stunning and unique headland reaching out over two miles into the Atlantic Ocean, the the sheer walls, to see the gulls Old Head of is home to the most spectacular world-class golf course and luxury members’ swooping down against white- accommodation. Located in County on the Southwest Coast of Ireland, as the incredible brainchild foamed surf, and to feel the ocean of the late John O’Connor together with his brother Patrick, the Club has developed into one of the most recognized and sought-after golf experiences anywhere on earth. It is a sanctuary for those spray, wet and cool against your seeking the finest in personalized service. face; that is The Old Head” Old Head Golf Links is built on a 220-acre diamond of land jutting out over two miles into the Atlantic Ocean. The promontory is almost an island with numerous caves running beneath your feet as you play Andrew Penner, Golf Publisher Syndications the course. The links and practice area occupy 180 acres and the remaining 40 acres of unspoilt cliff frame the course. It is a piece of golf real estate like no other, that causes many a golfer and visitor to pinch themselves as they drive through the ancient gateway with the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean some 300 feet below.

The sensory overload does not stop there with the journey along the fragrant Hydrangea and Rosa Rugosa lining the Old Head driveway providing stunning vistas across the superbly manicured golf course, with the powerful ocean on both sides and beyond the famous lighthouse that lies in front. Old Head, par 72, comprises five Par 5s, five Par 3s and eight Par 4s - stretches from the ladies’ tees at 5,413 yards to over 7,100 yards from the tips, with a minimum of six tees per hole making it suitable for golfers of all handicap abilities. Nine holes play along the cliff tops with all eighteen holes providing unsurpassed ocean views. With the ever-changing sea breezes, the course provides a stern but fair test to the touring pro and the high handicapper alike.

The course is set up on a daily basis depending on the prevailing weather conditions. Facilities include a warm up range, a putting green and a short game practice area. From the incredible Clubhouse, Old Head has a team of exceptional and friendly service staff to cater for the golfers and residents every need. With superbly furnished and attended oak-lined locker rooms complete with spa showers, the attention to detail is as exemplary as our welcome is warm. TRALEE GOLF CLUB ARNOLD PALMER’S JEWEL After moving from its original 1896 nine-hole course, Tralee Golf Club opened its present Arnold Palmer-designed course for play in 1984.

This stunning setting represents a true paradise 2ND HOLE - THE CUILIN for those will to challenge what is widely acclaimed as one of the finest links courses in the world.

CLUB HISTORY TIDBITS The spectacular beach at the back of the 1st hole and to the right of the 2nd hole was the location of the beach scenes of the 1970 epic movie Ryan’s Daughter, which won the Academy Award for Best Cinematography.

The tower at the back of the 3rd green dates 3RD HOLE – THE CASTLE back to the 1190s.

The beach behind the 16th green and off the right of the 17th hole was where many ships ran aground, including one vessel from the Spanish Armada in 1588.

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16TH HOLE “SHIPWRECK” TRALEE GOLF CLUB WINDMILL IN TRALEE FLY FISHING / SPA BALLYBUNION GOLF CLUB Located on the north west coast of County Kerry, on a beautiful stretch of sand dunes overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, you’ll find two wonderfully challenging and unique links golf courses at Ballybunion – the Old Course and the Trent Jones Cashen Course. Whatever your choice, every hole, every hazard and every shot is defined by nature’s infinite presence. Enjoy! ONE OF A KIND The Old Course exudes a majestic feel that simply cannot be compared to any other course on earth. With beautifully contoured fairways that tumble down through a blanket of grassy dunes, it’s no wonder these challenging holes have been consistently rated among the top courses in the world.

The Trent Jones Cashen Course, located along the sweeping, undisturbed shoreline, offers breathtaking views throughout. There is a wild look to the place. Long grass covers the dunes that pitch and roll throughout the course.

BALLYBUNION Ballybunion is situated in a region of Ireland that is free from industry and pollution. As a result, the town and its surroundings are blessed with sites of great natural beauty, where a wide range of flora and fauna abound. By the shoreline, you can see a multitude of birds nesting and foraging, including seagulls, shags, cormorants and herons. And because of the mild winter climate, various other migratory birds choose to congregate here. Many marine animals can be observed along the coast, including sea otters, seals and seal pups, as well as porpoises and dolphins frolicking in the waters. Ballybunion’s clean, pollution-free coastline is ideal for the harvesting of fish, crab, lobster, and sea vegetables such as dulse (dillisk/ sea grass/ Palmaria palmata) and Irish moss (carrageen moss/ Chondrus crispus).

With its magnificent beaches, golf courses, scenic views and many amenities, Ballybunion is a natural KILLARNEY KILLEEN GOLF CLUB attraction for holiday-makers and day-trippers, not just in the summer-time, but all year round. Killeen Golf Course is the pièce de resistance at Killarney Golf Club, and there is very good reason Like almost every town in Ireland, Ballybunion has been steeped in folklore and legend. From for such a grand statement. The backdrop to Killeen is something very special indeed and provides invading Vikings and serpent-slaying monks, to ritual sacrifices and pitch battles on fair days, golfers with a spectacle that cannot be seen anywhere else in the world. The wonderful lake and there’s hardly a place you can walk around this sea-side haven that doesn’t have a story to tell! mountain views make for a spectacular backdrop to one of the world’s most renowned golf courses. KILLARNEY KILLEEN GOLF CLUB SOUTHWEST

ANOTHER ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE OF WORLD CLASS LINKS GOLF, LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS AND SPECTACULAR SCENERY

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