My approach shot at Kingsbarns - I guess you could say I found my pot of gold in Scotland.
Good Morning Keith,
I wanted to send a quick note and a picture regarding our trip. Thrilling pretty much sums up the trip. I want to thank you and the whole PerryGolf team for your professionalism and experience in setting up a trip we will remember for the rest of our lives. Every day provided a new and exciting experience which if possible, seemed greater than the day prior. Read more “Scotland Golf Vacation ~ A Customized PerryGolf Trip”
PerryGolf’s Keith Baird recently concluded another successful trip – St Andrews and The 2013 Open with The Houstonian Golf & Country Club. Read more about the trip via Keith’s thoughts below and enjoy the slideshow with pictures from this PerryGolf trip to St Andrews last month.
“Mr. Mack, the head professional at Houstonian Golf & Country Club, brought a group of 45 members to Scotland in July 2013. Their PerryGolf trip was based mostly at the fantastic five star Fairmont St Andrews and included golf on some of the world’s best golf courses including the Old Course at St Andrews, Carnoustie Golf Links, and Kingsbarns Golf Links, plus attendance at the final round of the The Open Championship, won by Phil Mickelson. The trip was a huge success with a return journey in 2015 already being discussed between PerryGolf and The Houstonian. Attached are just a selection of photos from their time in Scotland.”
Mr. Venkatesh struggling to get to grips with the heavy rough at 18th on the Torrance Course. — in St Andrews, Scotland.
Mr. Venkatesh, Mr. Todd and Mr. Sawyer overlook the 18th green of the Torrance Course awaiting their wives. — in St Andrews, Scotland.
F. and J. Mott and T. and S. Thompson look pleased with themselves after their round on the Torrance Course! — in St Andrews, Scotland.
C. Krandel, G. Baldwin and R. and J. Fisher about to head out on Carnoustie Golf Links. — in Carnoustie, Scotland.
D. Bishop lets rip off the 1st at Carnoustie Golf Links! — in Carnoustie, Scotland.
T. Thompson, J. Johnson, S. Thompson and S. Mack (head pro at Houstonian) with their caddies after their round at Carnoustie Golf Links. — in Carnoustie, Scotland.
PerryGolf’s Keith Baird and Houstonian’s S. Mack with the Claret Jug at Carnoustie Golf Links. — in Carnoustie, Scotland.
D. Levy, S. Spencer, S. Carter and W. Carter about to tee off on the Old Course at St Andrews. — in St Andrews, Scotland.
Mr. and Mrs. Honeycutt and Mr. and Mrs. Baca about to tee off on the Old Course at St Andrews. — in St Andrews, Scotland.
Houstonian’s S. Mack with D. Bishop and L. Tinley on the Swilcan Bridge at the Old Course at St Andrews. — in St Andrews, Scotland.
S. Orr, J. Johnson and J. and F. Mott on the Swilcan Bridge at the Old Course at St Andrews. — in St Andrews, Scotland.
A. Larose taking a breather in one of the Old Course’s many bunkers!
S. Thompson at the Old Course at St Andrews with no option but to come out backwards! — in St Andrews, Scotland.
PerryGolf’s Keith Baird, A. Larose and T. and S. Thompson on the Swilcan Bridge at the Old Course at St Andrews. — in St Andrews, Scotland.
Mr. and Mrs. Venkatesh head out in the sunshine at Kingsbarns Golf Links. — in St Andrews, Scotland.
S. Mack saying a pre Kingsbarns Golf Links toast. — in St Andrews, Scotland.
F. Mott embracing Sean’s toast. — at Kingsbarns Golf Links.
A. Garrett tees off from the tips at Kingsbarns Golf Links as W. Leaman and L. Fedrick look on. — in St Andrews, Scotland.
Deneish ready to head out and walk Kingsbarns Golf Links with the guys. — in St Andrews, Scotland.
Mr. and Mrs. Sawyer and Mr. and Mrs. Todd enjoying a well earned refreshment after their round at Kingsbarns Golf Links. — in St Andrews, Scotland.
G. Baldwin, R. and J. Fisher and I. Leiber about to play the Kings Course at Gleneagles. — at The Kings Course, Gleneagles.
F. Mott tees off at the Castle Course as brother J. Mott watches on. — at Castle Course.
Mr. and Mrs. Hodge swinging in sync on the range at the Castle Course. — at Castle Course.
D. Baca and S. Thompson taking in some last minute advice from their caddies before starting their rounds at Kingsbarns Golf Links. — in St Andrews, Scotland.
S. Carter heading out on the Castle Course. — at Castle Course.
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View of Turnberry Point Lighthouse, built on the ruins of Turnberry Castle, at the ninth hole of the Aisla Course
Golf weather has arrived and it’s time to start thinking about how you want to take advantage of it. JustLuxe – Affluent Lifestyle Guide – recently released an article that gives the lowdown on 5 luxury golf packages you won’t want to pass up. JustLuxe says these trips are “are five exceptional golf experiences from around the world that might even make Tiger a bit jealous.” Read more “JustLuxe gives scoop on 5 luxury golf packages”
As a fantastic 5 star resort that we frequently recommend to clients when travelling to St. Andrews, we were delighted to hear that the Fairmonthas very recently been awarded the title of “Best Golf Resort and Spa” by the World Travel Awards.
For further reading on the hotel and the background of the award, please click here.
One of London’s most famous hotels is on schedule for its re-opening in October this year. The Savoy Hotel on The Strand closed at the end of 2007 and has been undergoing a very ambitious restoration to offer the very finest up-to-date facilities without destroying the much loved atmosphere of this grand hotel. The hotel has featured in many movies, and no trip to London for the rich and famous was complete without afternoon tea at The Savoy.
The Savoy Hotel
A mixture of Edwardian and Art Deco architecture and décor has always been the hallmark of this magnificent building and a huge team of architects and designers have worked enthusiastically to bring it into the 21st century while keeping the grandiose spirit of a more opulent era. They have maintained the historical River Restaurant, and the famous ‘afternoon tea’ can be taken in the new Winter Garden beneath an elaborate glass dome. There is also the added attraction of a new Beaufort Bar for afternoon tea, extending into cocktails and cabaret – a hallmark of Edwardian society. There is even a discreet shop selling the famous tea plus fresh pastries and, of course, they have kept The Savoy Grill!
After all this food, patrons will be delighted to discover the new rooftop swimming pool and fitness gallery!
By Yvonne Shaw. Yvonne has been with PerryGolf for over 10 years and is a member of our admin team.