Meeting News - June 16, 2008 - (Page 22M) www.irelandinspiresus.com Portstewart Golf Course, Co. Londonderry Old Head at Kinsale Golf Course, Co. Cork Golf Greats Ireland’s motivational cachet is unsurpassed when it comes to golf. With more than 440 courses and boasting one-third of all the links courses in the world, sensational golf opportunities are just a chip shot away. “The Irish people are renowned for their wonderful wit and generous hospitality. In addition, it is a beautiful country with its charming villages, historic structures, and picturesque coastline. And the golf is legendary!” Marilyn Murphy President, Creative Travel Planners; Woodland Hills, CA Designed by many of the game’s best architects—Greg Norman, Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, and more— Ireland’s links courses inspire pilgrimages by golfers from around the world. However, mother nature had the biggest impact in crafting the links courses. “The compact size of the country ensures our clients can fulfill their dreams of playing on Ireland’s renowned courses and yet have time to visit attractions such as the Cliffs of Moher or the Giants Causeway and our drivers understand the history and culture of Ireland and bring the destination to life,” says Brendan McMenamin, at JQ Incentives, a U.S.-based DMC who specializes in incentive programs with a strong golf element for major corporate clients. McMenamin also says, “Don’t forget the caddies—who afford players solid strategies and a good helping of Irish wit when the challenging courses start to get the better of their game.” Meeting and incentive delegates dream of walking in the footsteps of golf history at Royal County Down or Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland, or battling the challenging links at Lahinch, Ballybunion, Doonbeg, Waterville, or Old Head. While not forgetting Ireland’s lush parkland courses—venues for some of golf’s most prestigious events such as the 2006 Ryder Cup held at The K Club or the Irish Open held at Druids Glen Golf Resort for a number of years and will be held at Adare Manor Hotel & Golf Resort in 2008 and 2009. And at the 19th hole, recap the day’s adventures over a pint or two with the locals—the perfect antidote to those missed putts. www.irelandinspiresus.com 11 http://www.irelandinspiresus.com http://www.irelandinspiresus.com http://www.irelandinspiresus.com
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