Golf Travel Blog
200th Birthday of Old Tom Morris
June 16, 2021 marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of Old Tom Morris, the grand old man of golf. For golfers making the pilgrimage to St Andrews, Old Tom Morris and his achievements make a significant part of what a trip is all about. His life story is woven into the lore of the Old Course and the Open Championship.
Ghosts on the Green
While the fairways may soon be deserted, that doesn’t mean they will remain entirely vacant. We here at Playfair Golf Travel love a good ghost story and what better time than now to share five haunted golf course tales from around the globe.
Beyond the Green: The Walker Cup
The international stage is set as amateur golfers from both sides of the Atlantic prepare to meet this weekend at Royal Liverpool Golf Club (Hoylake) for the 47th Walker Cup Match between the USA and Great Britain & Ireland.
For the Love of Golf! Last Minute Gift Ideas for Your Valentine.
Valentine's Day is right around the corner and if you are still looking for a gift that spells that special four letter word-GOLF-for the links lover in your life, check out Playfair Golf Travel's list of Valentine ideas!
Why Travel to the British Isles for Golf?
Why go golfing in Scotland, Ireland, England, or even Wales? Yes, it’s where the game first evolved hundreds of years ago, but what makes it so appealing to a North American or other visiting golfer? We believe the appeal can be summarized in one word – different. The game of golf in the British Isles is very different to what most people experience anywhere else in the world. That begs the question: how is it different?