2027 Planning Update: Where Things Stand
Golf and the Good Life - Your Guide for Golf Trips Across the PondShow Notes
If you’re thinking about a 2027 golf trip across the pond, you’ve likely noticed the noise.
Deadlines. Openings. Applications. Limited tee sheets. Ryder Cup. The Open. It can all start to feel like a race before you’ve even settled on a plan.
In this episode of Golf and the Good Life, Connor and D.J. provide a clear-eyed update on where things stand with 2027 planning, particularly for The Old Course, Muirfield, Royal County Down, and Royal Portrush.
We discuss what’s different about this booking cycle, why certain windows are more condensed than in years past, and how major events are shaping demand.
More importantly, we share perspective from the planning side: what truly requires urgency, where flexibility creates opportunity, and how to approach the process without letting it overshadow the excitement.
The goal isn’t to add to the noise. It’s to replace it with clarity.
If 2027 is on your radar, this conversation will help you understand the landscape and move forward with confidence.
Additional Resources
The Complete Guide to 2027 Golf Trips to Scotland, Ireland, and England
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