The year 2020 was one that saw a significant evolution in Ireland ’ s stay & play market . Ask any golf club about their international business and it won ’ t be a pretty picture … but ask about domestic business and it ’ s a different story . As much as the loss of international business had a drastic impact on clubs , restaurants , bars and accommodation providers , the upside should last long into the future as Irish golfers discovered new Irish destinations and golf courses around the island .
“ It really has been a year of change for Carne , and one of the benefits of the lack of international travel has been that our share of Irish golfers increased hugely this year , and their general consensus is that they will be returning to Carne - it was a course that many said they had been meaning to play for years , but felt it was a bit far , but given the circumstances this year they made it part of their staycation and decided it really isn ’ t that far after all !” Fiona Togher , General Manager , Carne Golf Links
“ It really has been a year of change ...
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Dromoland Castle Exterior At Dusk
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