PerryGolf vs Turnberry

April 29, 2011April 29, 2011 PerryGolf Staff

Yesterday was the date for the 2011 golf match where a team from PerryGolf take on a team from Turnberry. This event has been running for the last 7 years and has taken in venues such as Turnberry, Machrihanish Dunes, Shiskine (on the isle of Arran) and PerryGolf’s home course of Helensburgh. This year’s event took place at Rothesay Golf Club on the isle of Bute; a very scenic course that overlooks the island and Firth of Clyde. The day started with a short ferry trip to the island followed by bacon rolls and, of course, a beer in the clubhouse before teeing off.

We had a great day as the weather was warm and sunny with little wind and a fun course offering some challenging holes. I am pleased to say PerryGolf won this year to break a poor run of form over the past 2 years. A tasty dinner in the clubhouse afterwards, some more pints (of course), a return ferry journey and the day was complete and enjoyed by all!

By Alastair Niven. Alastair has been with PerryGolf for over 10 years and is one of our Golf Travel Specialists.

Fathers and Sons

March 23, 2011October 3, 2014 Gordon Dalgleish

I was with a number of friends this past weekend whom had taken a Father & Son trip to Scotland last fall. They were telling me how much they enjoyed the experience and camaraderie. One story, told by a gentleman who has been extremely successful in business was wonderfully simple and cut at the heart of these generational trips.

Having paid for the land cost and airfare for his son, the father was having a conversation with his 26 year old, gainfully employed offspring prior to the trip about what his thoughts were on expenses during the trip. Father makes some suggestions on who should cover what expenses and what may be appropriate for junior to cover.

At this point, the son looks at his father and quizzically asks; “Dad, do you want me to go on the trip?”. The division of expenses dialogue was over!

About the Author: Gordon Dalgleish is the Co-Founding Director of PerryGolf, the leading provider of international golf vacations. You can find him on Google+

PGA and Ryder Cup Europe

February 20, 2011February 2, 2011 PerryGolf Staff

The PGA of America and Ryder Cup Europe have launched a unified logo; this means that for the first time ever, both teams will share a logo for the most famous team event in golf. The logo is similar to that of a coat of arms with the famous trophy being flanked by a segment of both the flags of Europe and the United States. Richard Hills, the European Ryder Cup Director, said of the crest; “One of the strengths of The Ryder Cup as a brand is the superb partnership we share with the PGA of America. Consolidating the brand not only reflects that alliance but also our desire to further enhance the global attraction of a competition whose footprint now stretches way beyond followers of golf.”

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By Keith Baird. Keith has been with PerryGolf for over 10 years and is one of our Golf Travel Specialists.

Davis Love III named US Ryder Cup Captain

February 16, 2011January 24, 2011 PerryGolf Staff

Both captains for the 2012 Ryder Cup in Medinah have now been announced and I believe that both are very worthy selections. The ‘not so’ big secret of Davis Love III’s appointment was announced yesterday and he will lead the US team against Jose Maria Olazabal and the Europeans when the two meet again next year. As a veteran of 6 Ryder Cups, as a player, and as vice captain to Corey Pavin, Davis is highly qualified for the job of trying to wrestle the Ryder Cup back from Europe. Click here for more details.

By Gary Sheppard. Gary has been with PerryGolf for over 4 years and is one of our Golf Travel Specialists.

Vinotherapy

February 10, 2011January 19, 2011 PerryGolf Staff

Bordeaux in France is a popular area for golf, wine and food.

Les Sources de Caudalie is a luxury hotel located in the heart of renowned vineyards and offers an interesting spa treatment for those seeking something a little different; “Vinotherapie”. This original and exclusive skin care is based on a combination of hot natural water and the health and beauty enhancing properties of grapes and wines. Treatments include red wine bath, barrel bath, exhilarating massages, wine and honey wrap, water jet shower, spa bath with jet stream and Turkish bath and these can be incorporated into your tour cost. The perfect way to pass the day and relax during your vacation.

By Denise McKee. Denise has been with PerryGolf for over 10 years and is responsible for our Mediterranean programs.

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