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Kevin Markham describes “ The links at Tralee is home to some of the best holes in Ireland , as well as some of the most dazzling scenery .”

We can ’ t agree more . From the high clubhouse most of the 18 holes are on show and they will take your breath away . Beyond the edges of the course , the dunes , beaches , mountains and seascapes led Golf Channel to nominate Tralee as a top ten ‘ Best Ocean Courses ’ in the world . This is a golf experience you will be unlikely to forget . Tralee was designed by Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay , despite Palmer ’ s protestations that “ surely God designed the back nine .”
Situated on the rugged Atlantic coast of Ireland ’ s south west lies this sensational links course , boasting a unique combination of traditional seaside golf links and world famous scenery . The links features towering dunes , undulating fairways , punishing rough and cliff top tees and greens .
Tralee Golf Club opened its present Arnold Palmer-designed course for play at Barrow in October , 1984 , however had been instituted since the late 1800s . The golf course itself is steeped in history with many worthwhile views to be aware of . Throughout their game , golfers will enjoy panaromic views of the white sandy beaches and the ocean waves breaking across the rocks against a backdrop
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