ClubChoice I R E L A N D GOLFING DESTINATIONS IN TAILOR MADE GOLF BREAKS TO IRELAND WWW.CLUBCHOICEIRELAND.COM MINISTER FOREWORD WHY CHOOSE CLUB CHOICE? REGIONS WHAT OUR AND ACCESS CLIENTS SAY... As the Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, it gives me great pleasure to once South East p5 EXPERT PERSONALISED again provide the Foreword for Club KNOWLEDGE SERVICE Wexford p8 Choice Ireland’s 2019 magazine, ‘Golfing Destinations in Ireland’. Waterford p12 Kilkenny p16 As an island nation we’ve always had Carlow p18 VALUE FOR FINANCIAL a deep appreciation for visitors to our MONEY SECURITY country as you must travel by plane or East Coast & Dublin p19 boat to get here. And it’s a journey which Dublin & Louth p20 “We found it most welcoming to be able to we want you to make again and again. The Dublin & Kildare p22 E deal personally with someone – so a big past number of years has seen more of you visit us than ever before Wicklow p26 B thanks for all your organising, first class!” with record numbers visiting Ireland in the past year. At the time of WHAT IS INCLUDED IN OUR TOURS? Meath p28 Alan Lafferty, Preston U.K. writing this, we’ve welcomed over 600,000 more people to Ireland than we did in 2017. While these are very promising figures, we must not rest on our progress. I firmly believe that we’ve always Ferry Ports GOLF FERRY more to offer as a destination and the continued growth of our A. Dublin golfing visitors is something that is very satisfying to me. B. Belfast We work with a large variety We have an exclusive Louth of links and parkland courses partnership with Stena Line C. Rosslare The golf tourism market is extremely important to the ranging from local gem’s Ferries on the Irish Sea, so country with thousands of golfers visiting our fairways to some of the world’s best taking the car on your golf trip Airports courses. has never made more sense. each year. Each and every one of these visiting golfers, D. Dublin whether playing one of the world’s best links courses Meath E. Belfast ACCOMODATION “We will have no hesitation whatsoever or an ‘off the beaten track’ hidden gem, needs TRANSFERS in using Club Choice Ireland again for our to ultimately experience the same Ireland. Our F. Cork D Whether it’s 5 Star luxury or 3 Sometimes it’s easier to just let next golf trip to Ireland.” hospitality. Our warmth. Our hundred thousand DublinA Star Self Catering, out partner someone else do the driving and John Callaghan, Manchester U.K. welcomes. accomodation providers have Kildare every option covered. so we can arrange for 9 seater minibuses or 54 seater luxury Having met with Tiernan & Larry of Club Choice coaches to take you there. Ireland, I know that they carry the same belief Wicklow CAR HIRE and will continue to spread our positive message If you are flying, then vehicle hire is a great option as it gives throughout their designated markets. FOOD you the independance to go A full irish breakfast is a must If you are thinking of a golfing trip to Ireland, where you want, when you want. Kilkenny before hitting the fairways but you’re in safe hands with Club Choice. If you’ve Carlow we can also cater for evening already arrived, then céad míle fáilte! EXCURSIONS meals, private presentation Perhaps you want a day away “Thanks for everything. The guys loved the dinners and even recommend trip. I was very impressed with the advice from the course or your partner Wexford local resaurants. you gave and your attention to detail.” C would like to experience some of our world famous heritage sites. Phil Bocking, Berlin Germany Brendan Griffin Waterford Brendan Griffin TD Minister of State for Tourism & Sport FreePh: (0800) 285 1490 | Int Ph: +353 1 8011490 | [email protected] | www.clubchoiceireland.com F WHO ARE CLUB CHOICE? With over 40 years’ combined experience in the golf industry, the father & son team of Larry & Tiernan Byrne are the experts you want looking after your golf trip to Ireland. As managing director of Club Choice, Tiernan Larry is, to all intents and purposes, the face of is first to review an enquiry and the last Club Choice. He spends the majority of his time to sign off on an itinerary for a client. His on the ground in the various markets meeting attention to detail and understanding of ‘what and greeting. He is the one you are most likely to the client wants’ is responsible for thousands meet on the tee at one of the Club Choice Golf of visiting golfers wanting to return again. Days which are held all over the United Kingdom SOUTH EAST & America. His passion and entrepreneurial Tiernan play’s off a 7 handicap but spends spirit is infectious. Tiernan Byrne most of his round criss-crossing the fairway. Larry Byrne Somehow he makes it work. Larry play’s off a 17 handicap and should never be taken on for money. Wexford | Waterford | Kilkenny | Carlow Club Choice Ireland is one of the leading incoming golf tour operators in the country with thousands of golfers travelling with us each year. We are With the sunniest climate in Ireland, the South East region promises a wonderful golfing holiday experience you’ll a full member of the International Golf Tour Operators Association and are fully endorsed by our national Tourism bodies and the Irish Government. never forget. With ferry connectivity through Rosslare Port and direct motorway to Dublin Airport, this region is easily accessible to all. The South East is alive with a colourful mix of festivals, horse racing and quality golf, so please…come and join in! WELCOME TO COUNTY WEXFORD Welcome to Wexford such as Hook Peninsula, Johnstown Castle, Colclough ANCIENT adventurous Located on the most south easterly tip of Ireland, Walled Gardens, Loftus Hall and Tintern Abbey that ord GOLFord xford is the gem that is ‘County Wexford’. can be enjoyed as part of a tour or on a leisurely walk wexf xf we followed by a tasty lunch. You won’t have time to get we From winding coastal roads, dramatic landscapes around them all, so choose wisely! and breath taking views to movie star beaches, Wexford is an ideal golf destination; with some of unforgettable experiences and magical memories Ireland’s most famous links & spectacular parkland Wexford has something for everyone. With some The Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience of the country’s best sheltered beaches, some of Ireland’s most famous links & spectacular parkland Things to Do & Places to Go golf courses and situated at the cornerstone of Wexford was officially reported as the sunniest Ireland’s Ancient East, Wexford enjoys an enviable county in Ireland so it’s easy to think only of beach location, bursting with nature and adventures just days when considering your holiday plans but waiting to be explored. Wexford is host to a number of exciting activities and adventures for all ages to explore, creating Wexford’s Movie-Star Beaches precious moments in stunning settings. Woodland Loftus Hall on the Hook Peninsula So good, even Hollywood has visited them, walks, beautiful animals and a fantastic restaurant Wexford boasts a series of stretched, sandy beaches awaits in Wells House and Gardens, whilst courses dotted around the county. Whether you seek which are ideal for building sandcastles, for water- Dunbrody Famine Ship experience will provide amazing golf courses, relaxation, culture or adventure sports enthusiasts, for swimming in rock pools, an eye-opening tour of Irish history brought to life Wexford offers a world of possibilities in 2019. splashing around in the salty spray, and simply as you board a replica ship, followed by lunch in a enjoying the sand between your feet as you munch spectacular, glass-front restaurant setting. This is Wexford down on fish and chips. These include the 13km aking oasis of golden sand that is Curracloe Beach and The Irish National Heritage Park on the banks of www.visitwexford.ie TASTE atht Unmissable further south, Ballinesker beach, both renowned the picturesque River Slaney will take ord bre xford for their filming of Saving Private Ryan and the you on an unforgettable journey through wexf xford we Brooklyn movie, as well as Cahore Beach, Kilmore Ireland’s past where you will experience we Quay and other sheltered, safe beaches such as stories, sights and sounds that shaped Linking Up Rosslare Strand, Poulshone Beach, Ballinoulart our country. For the outdoorsy people Network on the Golf Course Beach and Europe’s longest continuous stretch of grow your sea legs on a boat trip to the Plenty of time to talk with potential clients, beach, Morriscastle Beach, amongst many more! Saltee islands or enjoy the thrill of kite decision-makers or associates important to YOUR business. Wexford Chamber believes that successful meetings DO surfing on Duncannon beach. happen on the Golf Course Cornerstone of Ireland’s Tel: +353 (0)53 9122226 Ancient East Email: [email protected] For holiday-makers interested in history www.wexfordchamber.ie and culture, or something out of the ordinary, Wexford has a vibrant history waiting to be explored. The county is home to a series of historical and architectural sights and some of the most Connect with us scenic areas of Ireland’s Ancient East The Saltee Islands THIS IS WEXFORD A World of Possibilities 6 | SOUTH EAST South East Wexford Coast Rosslare Strand Wexford Situated in the heart of idyllic Rosslare Strand Village in Co. Wexford, Coast Hotel is the perfect location for a golfing holiday in the South East of Ireland.