Ireland - the Emerald Isle is home to some golfing gems

With some of the best links land to be found anywhere on the planet, Ireland has always been one of the most popular golfing destinations in the world. Throw in some excellent golf resorts, lively cities, and of course the famous "craic", and it’s clear why a golf holiday in Ireland is on most golfers' "to do" lists.

Rated among the Top 20 links courses in the world - Waterville

The golfing hotspot of the Midlands has become a firm favourite with golfers. There are some exceptional resorts including the 2006 Ryder Cup host The K Club; Marriott Druids Glen, a former Irish Open host with two championship courses; and Carton House, voted IAGTO European Golf Resort of the Year in 2008. There are also some great links golf courses, with the pick of them being the unbelievable European Club.

The rest of Ireland is no less blessed with exceptional golf. The south west is home to some world famous links courses, including Ballybunion Golf Club, Waterville and the Greg Norman designed Doonbeg Golf Club. Northern Ireland too is home to great links, with Royal County Down and Royal Portrush.

Left, Druid's Glen, often referred to as the 'Augusta of Europe' Right, Carton House, with the beautiful O'Meara and Montgomerie courses

With so many world famous golf courses to choose from, you’ll want to go back again and again, as you tick another iconic course off your list. To book a golf package in Ireland, visit our preferred golf travel partner Golfbrekas.com, and experience your own fantastic golf holiday in Ireland.

The mighty Doonbeg links in Ireland - a Greg Norman design

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