Name
David Fogg & Will Lorenz
Travel Dates
August 31, 2024 - September 6, 2024
Days/Nights/Rounds
7 Days / 6 Nights / 7 Rounds
# Golfers
2 Golfers
Price
$2,870.00 USD per golfer
Golf Details
7 rounds of golf with prepaid greens fees (see courses below)
Courses
Murcar GC, Royal Aberdeen GC, Cruden Bay GC, Moray GC, Brora GC, Castle Stuart GL & Nairn GC
Lodging Details
4 nights in double lodging at either the 4 Star Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness or the 4 Star Mercure Hotel in Inverness. Both are fine options, with perhaps the Kingsmills Hotel being slightly more luxurious. I have included pricing for both. Per your request, I have not quoted any lodging options in Aberdeen.
Lodging General
4 nights double guest room accommodations
Itinerary
Your suggested daily golf itinerary would be as follows:
8/31/24: Arrive Aberdeen, Scotland / PM: Play Murcar GC / Overnight client choice & not included
9/1/24: Play Royal Aberdeen / Overnight client choice & not included
9/2/24: Play Cruden Bay GC / Overnight client choice & not included
9/3/24: Travel north and west towards Inverness / Play Moray GC Old / Overnight in Inverness (Choice of two hotels)
9/4/24: AM: Play Nairn GC / PM: Play Castle Stuart GC / Overnight in Inverness
9/5/24: Play Brora GC / Overnight in Inverness
9/6/24: Depart Scotland for home
Transportation Info
An automatic 5 passenger rental vehicle is included in your proposal
Book URL
July 19, 2023
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In order to secure all aspects of your golf trip a 25% deposit reflected above is required, with an additional 25% payment due 120 days prior to travel. The balance is due 60 days prior to travel.
In order to secure all aspects of your golf trip a 25% deposit reflected above is required, with an additional 25% payment due 120 days prior to travel. The balance is due 60 days prior to travel.
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NOT INCLUDED
Airfare
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Gratuities
Any golf or lodging not listed above
Any food & beverage not listed above
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YOUR GOLF COURSES
YOUR GOLF COURSES
MURCAR GOLF LINKS
Ranked #38 in Top 100 Golf Courses in Scotland
18 holes, 71 par, 6,516 yards
Established in 1909, Murcar Links was originally designed by Archie Simpson, with later refinements made in the 1930′s by James Braid. The course has recently undergone alterations and improvements that are sympathetic to what Simpson and Braid set out to achieve.
The course is situated on the coast of Aberdeenshire, 10 minutes from Aberdeen city centre, and enjoys unrivaled views across the North Sea. Additionally, Murcar Links is a European Tour venue, having hosted the Saltire Energy Paul Lawrie Match Play in 2015.
Murcar Links has risen to No 35 in the Golf World Magazine ranking of the Top 100 Courses in Scotland. The judging panel highlighted ‘some great holes, scenically and strategically’, while the overall Golf World verdict was "enjoyable whether in the dune valleys or near the sea". Playing Murcar Links is a truly memorable and rewarding experience where each hole offers its own challenge.
ROYAL ABERDEEN GOLF CLUB
Ranked #57 in Top 100 Golf Courses in the World
18 holes, 72 par, 6,774 yards.
The 6th oldest golf course in the world and ranked in Scotland’s Top 10 and the world’s Top 100 golf courses, the Balgownie at Royal Aberdeen is a superb links challenge and a must play when in Scotland.
The course runs out and back along the North Sea. The outward nine (which is acknowledged as one of the finest in links golf anywhere in the world) cuts its way through some wonderful dune formations. The inland nine returns south over the flatter plateau.
A traditional old Scottish links, it is well-bunkered with undulating fairways. It has an excellent balance of holes, strong par 4's, tricky par 3's and two classic par 5's, with the 8th (signature hole) protected by nine bunkers. The ever-changing wind, tight-protected greens and a magnificent finish makes Balgownie a test for the very best.
CRUDEN BAY GOLF CLUB
Ranked #71 in Top 100 Golf Courses in the World
Cruden Bay is a spectacular links course but tends to get overshadowed by its' Aberdeen neighbours Trump International and Royal Aberdeen, but even so it is undoubtedly a spectacular links in a glorious natural setting with towering sand dunes dominating the early play and holes.
Ask any golf course designer to talk of their inspirations and the chances are the name of Cruden Bay will crop up within a matter of seconds. Nothing unusual there, it’s a spectacular course in a glorious natural location.
Blind shots, driveable par 4s, monster par 3s, 90˚ doglegs, hidden bunkers, raised greens, plunging tee shots, treacherous burns... the course is a constant source of surprise and wonder and has encouraged generations of architects to seek out the unusual and unique features of a site. For that alone we should all be thankful. But this is no freak show or curiosity. It’s just one of the most memorable and enjoyable links courses you’ll ever have the chance to play.
MORAY GOLF CLUB (OLD)
This truly thrilling golf course designed by Old Tom Morris himself more than 100 years ago is absolutely stunning. From the moment you tee off next to Moray's pro shop until you putt out on the elevated final green in front of the clubhouse, you can't fail but fall under the magical spell of what is indisputably one of the world's finest links golf courses that bears comparison with any on the British Open roster.
Keeping it on the straight and narrow isn't terribly easy on this classic links course, as the wind invariably whistles in across the adjacent Moray Firth. Compared to the gorse, the revetted bunkers look almost appealing despite the fact that they are much deeper than your average bunker. And whether you call them nasty yellow bushes, gorse, or by their Scottish name of whins, they are, despite being very pretty in the early summer, best avoided. However, that isn't very easy on the Old Course at Moray, as they seemingly lurk alongside every hole and greedily grab whatever golf ball comes their way.
BRORA GOLF CLUB
Ranked #29 in Top 100 Golf Courses in Scotland
Brora Golf Club lies 20 miles north of Dornoch and it's one of the most delightful short road journeys imaginable. Brora is probably the least well known links course in Scotland but really does deserve to be discovered. Brora Golf Club was founded in 1891 and in 1923, James Braid was commissioned to work several redesigns of the course, and little has changed since.
It's a traditional out and back layout with the opening nine holes hugging the North Sea coastline. We can think of no other course in Scotland which has so many holes playing so close to the sea, especially ones with no dunescapes to hide the view. The ground undulates gently and you can expect to encounter the occasional burn and a series of electric fences, which do a fine job of keeping the sheep off the fast Brora greens.
Measuring 6,211 yards from the back tees, Brora is not of championship length, but the great late Peter Thomson, winner of Five Open Championships, proclaimed Brora to be his favorite golf course in the world.
NAIRN GOLF CLUB
Ranked #56 in Top 100 Golf Courses in Scotland
Nairn Golf Club is located on an elevated, rumpled piece of linksland on the Moray Firth coastline and is one of Scotland’s lesser-known gems.
This is a course which has been touched by many great architects. The club was founded in 1887 to an original design by Archie Simpson. Later Old Tom Morris extended the layout and, prior to the Great War, James Braid made further alterations. After the Great War, James Braid added his finishing touches to polish off the design. It is no wonder that Nairn is such a detailed masterpiece.
One of the most spectacular seaside courses in Scotland, Nairn boasts sea views from every hole. It’s a delightful links with fast, firm and narrow fairways, a number of which are framed by gorse bushes and heather. The greens are sited in the trickiest places – some are raised and others are nestled in hollows. Most are well protected, either by bunkers or natural hazards, and all of the greens are fast and true, a Nairn trademark.
CASTLE STUART GOLF LINKS
Ranked #53 in Top 100 Golf Courses in the World
Castle Stuart Golf Links is a championship links course overlooking the Moray Firth and well-known landmarks that are synonymous with Inverness and the Black Isle – Kessock Bridge and Chanonry Lighthouse being the most notable.
Surrounding the golfer is a rugged and natural landscape with vast expanses of gorse, broom, heather, and sea marram. The bunkering is characterized more by open sandy areas with pockets of light vegetation than by formally revetted (stacked sod or turf) manicured bunkers. And from some tees and greens, the 1930s style white ‘Art Deco’ clubhouse can be seen sitting prominently atop its viewing perch.
All in all Castle Stuart can be described as a throwback to golf as it once was – a simple walk through pleasing natural surroundings with both friends and amazing views to accompany you.
CULLEN LINKS GOLF CLUB
Designed by the legendary Old Tom Morris and opened in 1870, the front nine at Cullen Golf Club take you next to the cliffs overlooking the Moray Firth Coast, while the back nine leads you back to beach level, making an 18-hole round at Cullen Golf Club a scenic delight that will have golfers gasping in awe at its spectacular beauty. And while the scenery is indeed stunning, the level of play also stands out.
As one of the world’s 264 true links courses, Cullen is known as the shortest of all these. While the course may be short, it packs a plentiful punch with an exciting mix of straightforward and challenging holes that are both fun and memorable.
What makes the course even more unique are the 80 foot high rock formations you play amongst for the entire back nine. Some call it quirky, we call it genuine links golf...
YOUR LODGING
YOUR LODGING
MERCURE HOTEL INVERNESS
Situated in the heart of Inverness' vibrant City Center, Mercure Inverness Hotel boasts a dramatic Highlands backdrop overlooking the peaceful River Ness. This newly refurbished, 4-star hotel is just six miles from world famous Loch Ness, 10 miles from Inverness Airport and only 200 yards from Inverness railway station.
When you pull open the curtains of your classic room you're greeted with views of the River Ness or the picturesque Old Town. All bedrooms feature an HD LED TV and complimentary high speed WiFi. In privilege and superior rooms you'll enjoy a Nespresso coffee machine, newspaper, robe and slippers.
KINGSMILLS HOTEL & SPA
The Kingsmills Hotel is a fabulous 4-star luxury hotel nestled in the beautiful Scottish Highlands in Inverness. It's history dates back to the 18th century and had it's beginnings as a Lords mansion.
The Kingsmills Hotel rooms are all elegantly furnished to provide a luxury getaway while on vacation in The Highlands. Each spacious hotel room boasts charming décor and modern amenities, including complimentary mineral water, coffee and tea, free wifi, satellite tv and patios.
You can rest and relax in the rejuvenating spa facilities, with specially trained therapists and masseuses ensuring your health and well-being. There's an indoor pool at hand as well as a fully equipped gym.
YOUR TRANSPORTATION
YOUR TRANSPORTATION
SELF DRIVE 5-PASSENGER AUTOMATIC VEHICLE
This 5-passenger vehicle has enough room for 2 golfers, their clubs and luggage. It has 5 doors, air conditioning, automatic transmission, stereo, bluetooth and comes with unlimited mileage unless stated otherwise in your proposal.
For those that don't mind driving on the left, it is by far the most economical way to travel in the UK.
Models vary by location and travel dates and what is pictured may not be representative of the vehicle you receive.
THINGS TO SEE & DO
THINGS TO SEE & DO
SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS
By far the largest region in Scotland, the Highlands covers nearly 10,000 sq miles in northern Scotland. The region is home to stunning scenery, including the legendary Loch Ness.
Sporting some the world’s most stunning scenery, the region has one of the oldest and most fascinating histories on earth. The Cairngorms National Park lies at the heart of this region, offering everything from stunning hiking routes to ice climbing, skiing, snowboarding and much more.
To the west you will find the magical Isle of Skye, teeming with incredible outdoor spots to explore, including the famous ‘fairy pools’, the Cuillin mountain range and the ‘Old Man of Storr’. The vast landscape has an undulating coastline, wild expanses, rugged mountains and islands, rushing rivers, and conifer-rich woodlands – what more do you need.
The Highlands also feature legendary battlefields, museums packed with rich local history and breath-taking geological wonders, not to mention many famous distilleries and breweries.
CAIRNGORMS NATIONAL PARK
The Cairngorms National Park, in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, has everything from castles and distilleries to family attractions and endless outdoor fun. The UK’s largest National Park offers masses of things to do including watersports, snowsports, wildlife watching, and some incredible high and low level walking and cycling routes.
Experience some of the world’s most unique and rare wildlife and landscapes with a visit to one or more of the nine National Nature Reserves in the Park. There are hundreds of miles of paths and trails to explore throughout the park. Five of the UK's six highest mountains lie inside the park, along with the 3,000 ft. Munros mountains, which can be found here too. There are huge forests of ancient native trees, cascading waterfalls, and more wildlife than you can image.
You can also enjoy some downtime amid the glorious scenery. Why not browse the bookshops and bars in Aviemore or make your way along the Malt Whisky Trail?
DUNROBIN CASTLE
Just an hour north of Inverness and on your way to Royal Dornoch stands the imposing Dunrobin Castle. The castle was the seat of the influential counts and dukes of Sutherland who, by the end of the 19th century, owned more land than any other landowner in Europe.
The castle, which resembles a French château and was begun in 1275, has seen the architectural influences of Sir Charles Barry, who designed London’s Houses of Parliament, and Scotland’s own Sir Robert Lorimer. The castle was used as a naval hospital during the First World War and as a boys’ boarding school from 1965 to 1972.
The extensive Italian-style gardens are ideal for a stroll and also offer fine views over the Dornoch Firth. If there's time, you should stay for one of the castle's regular falconry shows. There's also a first-rate tea shop on-site serving traditional high tea.
FORT GEORGE
Fort George was completed in 1769 and is perhaps the strongest fortification ever built in the UK.
Conceived in the immediate aftermath of the 1745 uprising and the Battle of Culloden that concluded it, Fort George was intended to be a once and for all solution to the threat posed by the Highlands to the Crown.
But although the need for it may have gone by the time it was finished, Fort George continues in use and is still operational as an army barracks today, though the Ministry of Defence has announced plans to close it by 2032.
The huge fort covers 42 acres, and was designed to provide all the facilities of a small town. There was a bake house, brew house and chapel, a provisions store, powder magazine and ordnance store.
But perhaps the most remarkable aspect of Fort George is just how little it has changed since its completion in 1769. What remains today is exactly what was existing over 200 years ago.
GLENFIDDICH DISTILLERY
On this tour, you’ll go on a journey through every part of the Glenfiddich tradition, to find out how the world’s most awarded whiskies are created.
Your visit will begin with a short film recounting their five generations of family ownership. It’ll then be followed by an on-foot tour of the distillery with the chance to see how whiskies are created by craftsmen with generations of understanding. The tour includes a visit to the still house where you can see how stillmen capture the sweetest part of the distillate from the unusually sized copper stills.
Time matters when whisky making. So, as well as touring the distillery, you’ll visit their original warehouse where you will explore the generations of gently maturing casks. You’ll also learn how they achieve depth and consistency of flavour throughout the range of exceptional whiskies.
The special conclusion to this visit is a tutored nosing and tasting of three world-renowned single malts.
LOCH NESS & URQHUART CASTLE
Located an easy (and scenic) 30-minute drive southeast of Inverness city center, Loch Ness is must-visit when exploring the Scottish Highlands. Famous the world over as the home of the Loch Ness Monster, this picture-perfect freshwater lake is also home to one of the country's most iconic fortresses: Urquhart Castle. Although now just ruins, it's easy to picture just how magnificent this castle once was.
In addition to superb exhibits dealing with the castle's rich history, the site also boasts a great café with stunning views over Loch Ness. For more on the mythical beast that inhabits the lake, visit the Loch Ness Centre and Exhibition, with its fascinating displays relating to the monster and the surrounding area.
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