Best of British - make 2009 a summer to remember
We love summer in the UK - think sunshine, strawberries and cream, BBQs, ice cold beers, cider or Pimm's (depending on your preference), lighter evenings and of course plenty of fantastic golf courses to get out and play. This year the summer is shaping up to be one of the best - the weather forecasters are predicting good weather, Andy Murray may win Wimbledon, England might win the Ashes and we can look forward to a classic
Open at Turnberry in July.
This summer is definitely the time to get away on a golf escape across the UK & Ireland - at Golfbreaks.com we're confident we have a break for every golfer, all for a great value price. For championship golf lovers we have breaks to the likes of
Celtic Manor 5* from only £133 in June and
The Belfry 4* from £125 until the end of August. For a high quality and luxury golf break why not try the beautiful
Bovey Castle Hotel 5* from £155 until the end of August or
De Vere Oulton Hall 5* for £109 until 30th Sept. Finally, if you're watching the pennies you can still escape for a fantastic golf break to the likes of
The Essex Golf & Country Club 3* from £89 or
Windmill Village Hotel 3* from £79.
Click here to see all our special offers for June, July and August and make 2009 a summer to remember
Stay longer for less:
At Golfbreaks.com we're always looking to get the best value for money for our clients. That's why we've made it better value than ever to stay longer for less in the UK. Grab one of these great golf breaks and swap that winter whiteness for a golfer's tan out on the classic courses of the British Isles.
Gift ideas for every budget this Father's Day
Give the gift of golf - Father's Day ideas for any budget
I'm sure I don't need to remind you, but Father's Day is on the 21st June. If your Dad loves golf, we've got a few ideas so no matter what your budget and how much you want to treat them,
Golfbreaks.com has the solution.
Nick Liddle – Product Manager France
For a fantastic French golf break,
Normandy is a superb option. Surprisingly, the average golfer would struggle to name some of the main attractions and most popular golf courses. So to shed some light on what to do when in the region, below are some ideas to inspire you.
Its northern location means access is just as easy by ferry or Eurotunnel from Britain. Within around 2 hours drive from Calais, you would have crossed the border and could head up to the entertaining town of
Dieppe. This lively harbour town has a renowned 15th century castle overlooking the port and is famous for its scallops. Golfbreaks.com offers two hotels right in the centre of town, ideal for visiting the local restaurants and bars.
See Golf de Dieppe
Continuing along the shoreline, an hour's drive will bring you to the lovely coastal town of
Etretat. This stunning coastline is epitomised by the massive white cliffs, a popular tourist attraction and upon which is located the challenging
Golf d'Etretat. Golfbreaks.com offers two hotels with easy access to the courses and the town centre.
See Golf d'Etretat
Another hour's drive and across the impressive Pont de Normandie, you'll arrive in the golfing mecca of
Deauville. This fabulous town, popular with Parisian holiday makers, fullfils all requirements with quaint beach promenades, traditional seafood restaurants and an extravagant casino. With a good choice of hotels and 7 golf courses within an hour's drive, this is our most popular destination in the region.
See Hôtel du Golf Barrière
Continuing your journey along the coast, another hour and a half will get you to the
Golf d'Omaha Beach. This fantastic venue has two 18 hole courses and is located next to the famous D-Day landing beaches. After a morning playing golf, there are plenty of sites to visit for those of you who wish to discover the legendary surroundings. Indeed, only 10 minutes drive away is the town of Bayeux with its infamous tapestry.
See Golf d'Omaha Beach
Normandy is a superb region offering a plentiful choice of different attractions for both the first time visitor and seasoned traveller. The blend of historical sites and more lively bases make this an attractive destination, and add to this a number of terrific golf courses, you have the perfect golf break destination.
Edouard des Fontaines- Product Manager Spain & Portugal
Here at Golfbreaks.com we strive to give our clients the widest possible choice of golfing holidays, from 1 night getaways to week-long breaks. This month we have come up with the best long weekend stays in
France,
Spain and
Portugal, where you can enjoy some great golf coupled with lively night-time entertainment.
(Prices are based on September/October travel - book your flights now to get the best prices)
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