Hi Susan:
Just wanted to say THANKS for the best Scotland Golf vacation anyone ever took. Both my brother and I had a FABULOUS time (if I could afford it, I would go back tomorrow). Please pass along to Nan our hearty and sincere thanks for programming the GPS unit and for meeting us in Edinburgh. Nan was such a sweetheart and very kind to David and me! The GPS unit made the trip easy in terms of way finding and saving time – hopefully you can offer that service to all your customers. The hotels you picked were PERFECT for two guys just wanting to play golf, were comfortable and convenient. As you promised, the food was excellent and, of course, the golf was fantastic! We even had great weather for all but ten holes of 198 holes played – UNBELIEVEABLE! We met many very kind folks starting with the caddies, who all took us under their wings. David McGavin, our caddie at the Old Course, New, and Jublilee, is by far the best caddy in Scotland and one of the nicest people. Everyone we met was more than happy to point us in the right direction and tell us how things worked. This may be my only trip to Scotland in my lifetime and you did everything you could possibly do to ease my fears, put together an attainable itinerary, and work out all the kinks BEFORE we went. You certainly accomplished that, as there was not one glitch in the entire trip. I could not have asked for a trip to be more perfect or for better service than what you gave. I know that we corresponded for over a year in planning this trip and I need to say how much I appreciated your patience and guidance. I am forever in your debt for making this a wonderful lifetime memory.
Thanks again and feel free to use me as a reference!
Billie Biggs, USA, 2009
Dear Eamonn,
Joo Ha Hwang, WA, USA, April 2009
I just wanted to let you know that the trip went great. The golf was absolutely fantastic. Thanks for making all the arrangements and your excellent recommendations such as room upgrades at the Old Course Hotel – the views were great. We also appreciated the GPS system. It helped getting to Muirfield. The day at Muirfield was particularly a unique experience with lunch and the afternoon alternate shot match. The caddies there were fantastic. I actually had Sam Torrence’s current tour caddie. All the courses were fantastic. Overall, it was the best trip of my life. We all hope to do it again and we will definitely use you to help coordinate the next trip. Thanks again!
Regards,
Eamonn,
thank you and Golf Vacations Ireland and Golf Vacations Scotland for providing all the infrastructure for a unforgettable experience. From the very start you were terrific from helping us plan the places to play, suggesting the possibility of Muirfield (which was possibly the highlight of the trip), getting us on the Old Course, and answering all our questions The accommodations were enjoyable. Nan was terrific in meeting us at the airport and shepherding us along. We appreciated the GPS system. I wish I could give you credit for the eight days of rainless weather. In fact the last three days we needed sunscreen. But that is above even the Irish. I have recommended Golf Vacations Ireland to one person already, and I am sure I will several times in the future.
Best Regards,
Mike Hewitt, USA, June 2009
Susan,
Trip went extremely well and weather was good. On behalf of myself, Bob, Ron, and Pat, we thank you for all your hard work and I look forward to working with you again.
John Pond, USA, 2008
Susan,
Thanks for your help booking our golf trip to Scotland, we had a great trip. We were so impressed with your attention to detail, Joe our driver never missed a beat all week. Joe always seemed to be one step ahead of us and took care of every little detail. It didn’t matter where we went or what we wanted to do he was accommodating and always had us there on time and was familiar with the restaurants or the starters and caddie masters. I couldn’t imagine taking another trip to Scotland or Ireland and not booking through your company.
Thanks again, and we hope to be booking another trip with you in the near future.
Don Labrecque, USA, 2008
Hi Susan,
I just wanted to say thank you for setting up the trip. Everything went very smoothly and we couldn’t have asked for anything more.
Bryan Krueger, USA, 2008
My golf trip to Scotland was the trip of a lifetime. Nine rounds in nine days is my kind of holiday. Each time I checked into a new accomodation it was better than the last. Archerfield House was probably one of the nicest places I have ever stayed at. The history of the building and the friendliness of the staff at Archerfield helped make this portion of the vacation a highlight. After staying at Archerfield House we didn’t think the accomodations could get much better but to our surprise The Old Course Hotel did not dissapoint. The restaurants that you and the hotels recommended were spot on. We never had a poor quality meal and everyone was so friendly. The plan to golf each course also worked out perfectly. The accomodations were always close to where we needed to be and the directions were almost always easy to figure out. That right hand drive was interesting for us Canadians. The T-times were at great times. They let us sleep in on some days and get up early the way golf should be played on other days. The day off in the middle worked out great to visit the sites in St. Andrews. This was supposed to be a once in a lifetime trip, that was capped off with Ken’s hole-in-one at Turnberry, but after further reflection, I do want to make this trip again in the future. I will definitely be calling you to book the next trip as well. If I had to do it all again nothing would be needed to be changed except maybe stay longer.
What else can be said: Golfing at Kintyre, Ailsa, Western Gailles, Muirfield, Archerfield, Kingsbarn, Carnoustie, Old Course, New Course worth the price of admission, dealing with Golf Vacations and seeing a hole-in-one PRICELESS.
Darrell Danyluk, Canada, 2008
Hi Susan,
Rob Bulman and I enjoyed our trip to Scotland! Just wanted to say thank you for making the arrangements for our trip. The gentleman that met us at the Edinburgh airport was very helpful, the Fairmont Hotel was great, the gentleman that met us at the St. Andrews New Course and Old Course took great care of us and the golf was fabulous.
Thanks for your input and scheduling. Had a great time!
George Hagen, USA, 2008
Hi Susan,
Just to let you know that the Boath House was absolutely gorgeous. We had a great few days up there, and the proprieters were so friendly. Food was fabulous . . . who could ask for anything more?? Andrew thoroughly enjoyed the golf – net par at Dornoch, which was no mean feat in the wind that was blowing that day – and he had a great game at Nairn.
So, thank you once again for making the arrangements. It all went perfectly.
Fiona Brown, Cyprus, 2008
Hi Susan,
We have returned from our trip safe and sound. We had a fantastic vacation! Just thought I’d let you know we were very pleased with all the arrangements you made on our behalf. All of the accommodations were lovely. I think our favorite place was the Redgarth in Oldmeldrum. The food there was excellent! Our favorite course was Royal Dornoch and if we ever get back to Scotland I think we would just go there and play that course as often as possible.
Elizabeth Roscoe, USA, 2007
Elaine,
Our trip to Scotland was a great success. Next year we would like you to organize a week golfing in Ireland for the same team.
Many thanks for your help.
Gilles Laraison, France, 2007
Hi Elaine,
We had a great trip to Scotland and Ireland. The accommodations were wonderful and we enjoyed the golf and the food. We did have sunny days! Thanks for all of your help.
Sincerely,
Diane Hicks, USA, 2007
Now that the trip is over, I wanted to thank you and your team for arranging a memorable experience for Alex and me. I was especially taken with your willingness to facilitate our direct application to St. Andrews, even though I’m sure it was not in your financial interest. You put together a terrific itinerary encompassing historic and great courses that truly made us feel like we experienced the essence of Scotland golf. I would enthusiastically recommend you to anyone planning a similar trip, and look forward to the prospect of perhaps arranging another trip through you some day.
Many thanks.
Chuck Senatore, USA, 2006
Eamonn,
Thanks for a great itinerary!! Golf, hotels and our driver Tony, were fantastic.
Absolutely first rate job, thanks again.
Tom Dimond, Massachusetts, USA, 2005
Eamonn,
Once again you arranged a marvelous trip for our group. Everything went smoothly and on schedule. Our accommodations were excellent and the restaurants you recommended were top notch. As you said, you thought we could get another fourball on the Old Course by way of the ballot, and you were correct.
Well done Eamonn.
Gordon Mallory, Pennsylvania, USA, 2005
Eamonn,
Just wanted to send a quick note to let you know that the trip was fantastic. We were blessed with near perfect weather and all four of us really enjoyed Scotland and the golf. I wanted to send a particular compliment to our driver John. He was exceptional in every way – a real asset to your tour with his knowledge, friendliness, and overall “can do” attitude.
Once again, thanks for arranging a great and well-organized trip.
David Bynum, Texas, 2004
Eamonn,
It only took a week I still haven’t recovered from 7 rounds in 5 days of the greatest links and inland golf courses I have ever played. Your careful planning excellent suggestions and relentless pursuit of providing a memorable tour far exceeded our expectations we were blessed with no rain during any rounds Thank you for the trip of a lifetime.
Warmest regards,
Michael Crowe, California, USA, 2004