Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How do we begin the process of planning our trip with Irish Golf Vacations?

A. It’s really very simple; just contact either Michael or Rick to discuss your upcoming vacation and we’ll start the process off. Even if you decide not to use our service we are delighted to share our experience help you plan your vacation.

Q. What if we are not familiar with golf courses and travel in Ireland?

A. Not a problem – we love to spread the word concerning the most fantastic courses in the world. It’s a little known fact but Ireland has more golf courses per head of population than any other country in the world! We can tell you about the well known courses like Ballybunion, Old Head and the K-Club and perhaps let you in on little gems like Gowran Park, Esker Hills, Skellig Bay and Rosapenna. Each country you visit has certain travel nuisances so we can take the guess work out of your travel plans by either suggesting the best route, whether to use public transport versus our  guided tour, car-hire or perhaps even taking internal flights. You would also need to consider what would be the best airport to arrive and depart at.

Q. Can Irish Golf Vacations work with us if we have a limited budget for our trip?

A. Yes – we can tailor a trip to suit any budget. You don’t have to play and stay in the most expensive courses and hotels – in some instances we encourage clients to sample all aspects of Irish life and play local courses and meet club members as they travel. An Irish Golf Vacation doesn’t have to be expensive to be rewarding – it just has to be well planned.

Q. We want to plan a golfing trip to Ireland for a large group of 20 people. Can Irish Golf Vacations work with a group that large?

A. Yes – we deal with large groups all the time. We limit ourselves to groups under 50, apart from corporate and incentive groups where we can deal with numbers of up to 100. We will deal with the desiginated group leader in arranging all aspects of the tour, including meals and extra entertainment if required.

Q. Our spouses will be coming with us on our trip to Ireland, but do not want to golf. Can Irish Golf Vacations assist us with other activities?

A. Yes – we know that not all the travelling party may be golfers and can arrange for other activities and give advice as to where to go and find that shopping bargain, perhaps  a spa treatment or horse-riding on a beach!

Q. Does Irish Golf Vacation have standard golfing packages or are all trips customized for each client?

A. We do have standard packages – why not look at these here. However most of our clients like their vacations to be tailored - we don’t mind doing that at all – thats what seperates us from the others – we regard this as being our core strenght.

Q. What guarantees does Irish Golf Vacations provide to assure us our tee times and reservations are confirmed.

A. Once a deposit is paid to Irish Golf Vacations we then officially book all the tee-times and reservations. A confirmation will be sent to you confirming the times and numbers. As is the nature of golf if on your trip there is bad weather etc. and your tee-time is cancelled we cannot be held responsible but will work to get you a revised time and/or money back.

Q. What if we have to cancel our trip at the last minute?

A. Irish Golf Vacations likes to work to the spirit of the law and will endeavour to return as much of your holiday charge as possible. However you must remember alot of courses place non-refundable deposits so we encourage all our clients to take out adequate travel insurance to cover such an event. Again we will work with you to ensure your loss is minimised in that unlikely event.

Q. How will we travel when we are in Ireland if I am not interested in driving?

A. If you don’t want to drive you have two options; 1 – we can advise on public transport and 2 – you can use one of our fully qualified drivers either as part of a coach or a carhire. We have the best transport vehicles around and are fully complient with all legislation.

Q. Will a representative from Irish Golf Vacations meet us upon our arrival or accompany us during our travel?

A. Yes – we will meet you when you arrive and our driver/guide will accompany you on your trip (if you use our transportation service)

Q. When we are in Ireland, how do we contact Irish Golf Vacations if something goes wrong with a tee times or a reservation?

A. If you are use our self-drive service you will have our information pack with contact numbers for our offices, golf courses and accommodation. In the event of an emergency we will come to meet with you and assist in any way possible. If you are part of a group/tour then our driver/guide will look after any issues that arise.

Q. Will there be golf carts available for our use? Will there be pull carts or caddies available for our use. What would be the costs?

A. Yes. Nearly all golf courses in Ireland have drive and pull carts available.  The average price for a drive cart is €40 and a pull cart for €5 (some courses provide these complimentary). In the major championship courses caddies can be used but these need to be pre-booked with the course. Irish Golf Vacations can make arrangements to suit. The average price for a single caddy is €50, not including tip.

Q. How and when do we pay for our golfing trip? Does Irish Golf Vacations accept major credit cards?

A. We require a 30% deposit upon booking – we use this for reserving tee-times, transport and accommodation. The balance is then due 8 weeks prior to your arrival date. We accept payments via PayPal and direct bank transfers.

Q. Do we pay for our accommodations and golf at each location?

A. No. All your costs will be prepaid by Irish Golf Vacations – you don’t have to worry about any of these chores – we take care of all the hard work for you.

Q. What about renting a car while we are in Ireland?

A.Irish Golf Vacations can supply rented cars in all varying sizes ranging from small hatchbacks to large SUVs and Vans to accomodate large groups and golf clubs. We use our purchasing power and pass on the best rates available in the market.

Q. Will we be able to rent golf clubs and equipment in Ireland?

A. Yes – we can arrange rental clubs for you upon your arrival, all of excellent quality from the leading brands.

Q. While in Ireland, we would like to play the Old Course at St Andrews, Scotland. Can Irish Golf Vacations arrange that trip for us also?

A. Yes – can we arrange for you to travel to Scotland.

Q. Will Irish Golf Vacations book our flights to and from Ireland?

A. No – we take care of all your arrangements once you arrive in Ireland. We can certainly advise you of flights and airlines that service Ireland from the United States.