Golf and the Good Life - Your Guide for Golf Trips Across the Pond

The Case for the Shoulder Season

Golf and the Good Life - Your Guide for Golf Trips Across the Pond

Show Notes

When most travelers picture golf across the pond, they imagine long summer days and busy clubhouses. But there’s another window that’s steadily gaining popularity among seasoned H&B Members and golf travelers: the shoulder season.

In this episode, D.J. and Connor unpack the growing appeal of spring and fall travel to the UK and Ireland. From greater access to marquee tee times and accommodations, to the warmth of the hospitality, there’s a compelling case to be made for stepping outside the summer rush.

Considering a trip of your own? Or already a believer in the shoulder season? We’d love to hear from you. Record your message here.

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The Complete Guide to Shoulder Season Golf Trips Across the Pond

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