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Golf and the Good Life is your guide to golf travel across the pond.

Join podcast co-hosts Connor Evers, PGA, and Daniel Jones as they share their experience and expertise for golf trips to Scotland, Ireland, and beyond. Whether you’re in the planning phase or counting down to a trip on the calendar, the Golf and the Good Life podcast aims to be a resource for your time both on and off the course.

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Southwest Ireland – Part 3

07-05-2023

Join us for the conclusion of our in-depth visit to the great golf courses and stunning sights in Southwest Ireland.


This episode features "the world's most scenic golf course" plus Payne Stewart's favorite links in Ireland.


Additional Resources


7 Things to See at Old Head Golf Links


7 Things to See at Waterville Golf Links


Mentioned in this Episode


Old Head Golf Links


Waterville Golf Links


Hayfield Manor Hotel


Ring of Kerry


The Jameson Experience



Southwest Ireland – Part 2

06-21-2023

Come along as we continue exploring the exceptional Golf and the Good Life in Southwest Ireland.


From a Top 25 course in the world to the unforgettable towns and scenery, it's no wonder why the courses and sights in this episode feature in most Ireland golf trips to this region.


Additional Resources


7 Things to See at Ballybunion


7 Things to See at Tralee Golf Links


Southwest Ireland Off the Beaten Path


The Best 18 Holes in Southwest Ireland


Mentioned in this Episode


Ballybunion Golf Club


Tralee Golf Links


Dooks Golf Club


Killarney Golf & Fish Club


The Killarney Park Hotel


Killarney National Park


The Great Southern Hotel Killarney


Dingle Peninsula


Murphy's Ice Cream



Southwest Ireland – Part 1

06-07-2023

Southwest Ireland is the crown jewel of golf trips to the Emerald Isle.


The area is home to four courses ranked in the Golf Digest World Top 100 – no other region in Great Britain and Ireland has more.


There's also a future Ryder Cup venue and some of the finest natural wonders across the pond.


Join us for the first episode of this two-part podcast, as we explore the exceptional Golf and the Good Life of Southwest Ireland.


Additional Resources


10 Things to See at Adare Manor


7 Things to See at Lahinch Golf Club


Mentioned in this Episode


Adare Manor


The Burren


Cliffs of Moher


Doonbeg


Lahinch Golf Club


Vaughan Lodge



10 Tips for a Stress-Free Golf Trip Across the Pond

05-24-2023

The average golf trip to Scotland or Ireland requires the planning and execution of 40-50 individual reservations, tee times, and other arrangements.


With that comes plenty of opportunities for stress to creep in and attempt to take hold of your trip.


In this episode, Connor and D.J. share 10 best practices to ensure a smooth, memorable, and stress-free golf trip across the pond.


Additional Resources


10 Tips for Stress-Free Golf Trips to Scotland and Ireland


Who to Invite on Your Overseas Golf Trip


The Benefits of Hiring a Driver-Host


Caddie FAQs for Golf Trips to Scotland, Ireland, and England


How to Play Links Golf Shots






The Complete Guide to Royal County Down and Royal Portrush

05-09-2023

Royal County Down and Royal Portrush are the two hottest tee times for Ireland golf trips.


The former is the #1 ranked golf course in the world by Golf Digest. The latter is the newest host course for The Open Championship.


If you're planning a golf trip to this corner of Ireland or counting down to tee times already on the books, Connor and D.J. share everything you should know about these iconic courses.


Additional Resources


The Complete Guide to Royal County Down Golf Club


The Complete Guide to Royal Portrush Golf Club