Enjoy Golf Vacations in Scotland

Unlike other countries where golf is considered to be a game for the elite class of the society, it is considered to be a public sport in Scotland. The country boasts of more than 500 golf courses around the length and breadth of the country. In many of the golf turfs around the country entry is either free or against a very small fee. The lure of playing in the vast green meadows of Scotland, the crucible of golf, has enhanced the appeal of vacations in Scotland. Teeing off at the St. Andrews old course in Scotland, the oldest golf course in the world can be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for you. Serene natural scenery and fine whiskey just adds to that appeal. This has lead to a surge in Golf Vacations Scotland. Golfers across the world are pouring into Scotland for experiencing golf in its country of origin. In fact golf tourism contributes significantly to the exchequer of the Scottish government.

Apart from the St. Andrews course there are other famous golf courses around Scotland. Golf vacations tour in Scotland will inevitably take you to these famed courses apart from the hallowed turf of golf – St. Andrews old course. Most of the tour programs have built in tee times since people come here to experience teeing at the birthplace of golf. You need to contact local tour operators since they are most conversant about the various courses, the distance between them, the entry fee and other details. You should make sure that the tour program has guaranteed tee time. Switch from one course to another on a luxury chauffeur driven car, a luxury yatch or in a luxury coach if you are coming in groups. Enjoy the lush green meadows, the private castles, the serene rivers and most importantly the plethora of golf courses around the country.

Apart from golfing you can experience other pass times too such as fishing, visiting the various distilleries known for fine Scottish whisky as well as talk to the friendly Scottish people.

Tournaments

If you have honed your skill and want to take part in a tournament then there is no better place than Scotland. The country holds a number of golf tournaments every year, and people from all over the world can take part in these. You can also see many of the top golfers in action there throughout the year. Some of the most prestigious tournaments held in Scotland every year are the Scottish open, Scottish Senior Open, Dunhill Links etc. The Open, the oldest tournament in the sphere of professional golf, is held every two year in Scotland. Then there is RICOH Women's British Open for women golfers across the world.