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The Marine & Lawn Grand Tour offers a customizable golfing journey through Scotland and Northern Ireland, featuring premium accommodations, fine dining, and exceptional courses. Aimed at enthusiasts, the tour includes arrangements for tee times, transfers, and caddies, allowing guests to focus on the immersive golfing experience. Highlights include historic and scenic courses like St Andrews Links and Portstewart Golf Club, complemented by luxurious stays at top hotels. The Grand Tour provides an unforgettable retreat for dedicated golfers, starting at £5,000 per person.
St Andrews, Scotland – A luxurious golf experience awaits enthusiasts at the Marine & Lawn Grand Tour, an exclusive customizable golfing journey that takes players through the prestigious courses and breathtaking landscapes of Scotland and Northern Ireland. Created for those with a penchant for fine hotels and exquisite dining, the Grand Tour offers tailored arrangements that include logistics for tee times, dinner reservations, transfers, and caddies, ensuring that guests focus solely on enjoying their time on the links.
The Grand Tour encompasses six premium hotels and resorts, such as Dornoch Station, Marine North Berwick, and Slieve Donard, each providing a unique experience steeped in the rich golfing heritage of the region. Notably, the journey features stays at three exquisite hotels: Rusacks St Andrews and Marine Troon in Scotland, alongside Portrush Adelphi in Northern Ireland, making it a comprehensive retreat for avid golfers.
St Andrews, recognized as the birthplace of golf, boasts a history extending over 600 years. The town’s unique combination of traditional architecture and natural beauty adds to the allure for tourists and golfers alike. The Rusacks Hotel, having opened its doors in 1887, has undergone expansions to offer guests a luxurious yet comfortable stay. With wood-paneled interiors, bookshelves filled with golfing literature, framed historical pictures, and rich rugs, patrons can enjoy views of West Sands beach, famously featured in the opening scenes of the film “Chariots of Fire.”
Guests at Rusacks can savor lunch at the recommended One Under Bar, which serves delightful Scottish charcuterie boards. As part of the golfing experience, guests can rent Titleist clubs and receive comprehensive caddy instructions before embarking on their first round at Dumbarnie Links. This modern course offers 18 challenging holes with stunning views of the Firth of Forth, marking a perfect introduction to links golf.
Following a day of golfing, dinner at Rusacks highlights fresh seafood with enchanting sunset views over the iconic Old Course. The next day, golfers tackle the historic St Andrews Links, featuring the renowned New Course designed by Tom Morris and opened in 1895. While scores may vary, the sentiment of achievement is echoed in every round played.
The itinerary then moves to the Marine Troon hotel, situated near Royal Troon Golf Club, which has hosted the Open Championship in the past. The hotel retains period charm and boasts views of the coastline and golf course from every window. Golfing at Dunbonald Links challenges players with its water hazards and undulating greens, followed by a meal at the on-site restaurant, where guests can enjoy local culinary offerings.
Travel from Glasgow to Belfast connects participants to the Adelphi hotel in Portrush, known for its nautical decor and close proximity to the beach. The final golfing stop is at Portstewart Golf Club, celebrated for its stunning natural beauty and demanding play. Golfers experience breathtaking ocean views as they navigate through the course, making their way towards the final hole as twilight approaches. Following their round, they can indulge in a celebratory seafood dinner at the restaurant within the Adelphi.
The Grand Tour is enveloped in unforgettable experiences, with challenges faced during rounds becoming cherished memories. The overall cost for this four-night golf trip with Marine & Lawn starts at £5,000 per person, excluding flights and food, making it a premium offering for dedicated golfers looking to immerse themselves in the rich heritage of Scottish and Northern Irish golf.
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- Michigan State Golf Program
- Cal Bears Golf
- Princeton Tigers Golf
- St Andrews Links Trophy
- Golf Digest: Old Course Tee Times
- Wikipedia: Golf
- Google Search: St Andrews Links
- Google Scholar: St Andrews Golf History
- Encyclopedia Britannica: St Andrews
- Google News: St Andrews Links Collegiate
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