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British Open Golf Championship 2012 – £839pp

Posted on January 5, 2012 by bestof

Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club was founded in 1886 and the present Course constructed in 1897. The Clubhouse celebrated its Centenary in 1998. It is one of the premier links courses in the world, host to ten previous Open Championships, two Ryder Cups and numerous other major tournaments including the Women’s and Senior’s Open Championships.

The 141st British Open Golf Championship 2012 will be held at Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club in Lancashire between 19th-22nd July 2012.

We have chosen the Mercure Wigan Oak Hotel for your stay at The Open.  By train the journey is approx. 45 minutes and Wigan is only about 40 miles by road to get to the course.  This modern hotel is in an enviable town centre location. Close to main motorway links of the M6, M61, and the main rail route. The spacious double or twin rooms have flat screen TVs with freeview channels, hospitality tray, hairdryer and free wifi internet access.   Large, secure on-site car parking is free to residents. The excellent restaurant offers full range of menus and is complemented by a well stocked bar. The lively town centre is a short stroll away.  Have a look at our website for further information.

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Good Value Golf Packages in Britain & Ireland

Posted on January 4, 2012 by bestof

Best of Scotland Holidays can offer great value golfing holidays for those who wish to play golf in Scotland, England, Ireland or Wales. Best of Scotland Holidays has nearly 30 years experience in organising golfing holidays for people from all over the world.

We can organise all types of packages which include reserved tee-times, accommodation and transportation (either self drive or coach). From the major courses to the hidden gems we can put together a package to suit your needs and budget.  Have a look at our website for further information.

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Literary Tour of Ireland

Posted on December 12, 2011 by bestof

The Emerald Isle has been producing writers, poets, lyricists and especially storytellers since the dawn of time.  The Seanchi, the Irish word for storyteller, entertained common folk and royalty alike with oral tales of fairies, Celtic warriors and legendary deed-doing, which seem to be long forgotten, yet their stories still survive even today.

Follow the footsteps of Ireland’s most famous writers.  Take a step back in time by visiting the homes and museums of famous authors such as W.B. Yeats and James Joyce.

Spend 8 days exploring literary Ireland. Visit homes & museums of famous authors along with settings and landscapes that inspired them! Check out our website for more information.

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Tour the Islands of Ireland from £439pp

Posted on November 18, 2011 by bestof

Discover the most popular islands of Ireland as well as some hidden gems.  This self-drive tour takes you to places that even some of the Irish have never been to! Why not experience the legendary Irish welcome by staying in some wonderful hotels and meet some of the most hospitable people in Ireland!

The west coast of Ireland is dotted with islands. Spend 8 days exploring Ireland’s busiest islands as well as the ones inhabited only by a few flocks of sheep!

This package will take you to Dublin City; Achill Island; Clare Island; Killary Harbour; Inishbofin Island; The Aran Islands; The Cliffs of Moher ; The Burran and many other places.  Check out our webpage for more information and prices.

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Ireland Golf: From £255pp 3 nts/3 rnds Golf & Ferry

Posted on November 10, 2011 by bestof

A golfing break to the fairways of the Emerald Isle is easier than you think! you’re only a short drive away from some of the top courses in the country. The big-name links courses Royal Portrush, Royal County Down and Royal Dublin may feature on many golfing wish lists but if reality dictates a tighter budget the hidden gems are waiting to be discovered.

Best of Scotland Holidays has teamed up with Stena Line to make life easy for you.  Take your own car on Stena Line Cairnryan/Belfast route and enjoy not having to pay for excess baggage. Put your clubs and luggage in the back of the car and relax on board. Why not spoil yourself and upgrade to Stena Plus. You will enjoy the Stena Plus lounge which includes complimentary tea/coffee and biscuits, wine and fruit. Have a look at our webpage for further information.

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Edinburgh Pub Tour

Posted on October 27, 2011 by bestof

If you are planning a holiday to Scotland’s capital based around a pub tour, you’ll be in good company! Edinburgh has a plethora of pubs to suite every taste, from the exclusive style bars and gastro-pubs to the traditional, unspoilt Scottish “locals” offering whiskies, real ale and real atmosphere.

To give you a true taste of unique Scottish hostelries, venture to the historic inns of the Old Town, or join the in-crowd as they crawl the fashionable bars on George Street.

Your trip will also include a spooky old town Witchery walking tour and the excellent Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour, just to get you geared-up for your nights out on the town. Will you still be partying when the last pub calls time at four in the morning?  Check out our website further information.

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Holiday Inn Exp, Hamilton from £116: 2nts/car & ferry

Posted on October 24, 2011 by bestof

This three star Hamilton hotel is located next to the Hamilton Palace Grounds retail park, with easy access to the M74 at Junction 6.

The hotel has been designed for comfort and value and offers a warm and welcoming service to all guests. With 104 stylish en suite bedrooms the hotel is the perfect choice for visiting Glasgow or touring around. All public areas within the hotel are fully air-conditioned and have complimentary WiFi access.

The Holiday Inn Express Hamilton is centrally located and close to Scotland’s two largest cities, Glasgow and Edinburgh. Glasgow is only 12 miles away, Edinburgh 35 miles and Stirling is 30 miles from the hotel. The hotel is well positioned for a vist to Scotland’s most high profile racecourse, Hamilton Park. Click here for further information.

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The Open Golf Championship 2013 – £1139pp

Posted on October 21, 2011 by bestof

Muirfield last hosted The Open Championship in 2002, when South Africa’s Ernie Els won his third Major after the first and only four man, four-hole playoff in Open Championship history. This will be the sixteenth time that The Open has been staged at the club, which held its first Championship in 1892.

Winners of previous Muirfield Opens include golf’s biggest names, Nick Faldo (1987, 1992), Tom Watson (1980), Lee Trevino (1972), Jack Nicklaus (1966) and Gary Player (1959) have all lifted the Claret Jug there over the last 50 years. Other winners include Harry Vardon (1896), James Braid (1901, 1906), Walter Hagen (1929) and Henry Cotton (1948).

The Open

There are only two occasions when Edinburgh is beautiful: day and night. It’s a city that wears its history as a badge, making sure that it’s always looking its best and welcoming visitors to its festivals and events with a warmth that’s uniquely Scottish.

Jurys Inn Edinburgh hotel, just off the famous Royal Mile on Jeffrey Street, is located in the Old Town and central to much of its beautiful architecture. It is within walking distance of all the major tourist attractions, shops and only a few minutes walk to Waverley station to catch your train to watch the 142nd Open golf championship.  Check out our website for more information.

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British Open Golf Championship 2012 – £839pp

Posted on October 10, 2011 by bestof

Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club was founded in 1886 and the present Course constructed in 1897. The Clubhouse celebrated its Centenary in 1998. It is one of the premier links courses in the world, host to ten previous Open Championships, two Ryder Cups and numerous other major tournaments including the Women’s and Senior’s Open Championships.

British open golf 2012

The 141st British Open Golf Championship 2012 will be held at Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club in Lancashire between 19th-22nd July 2012.

We have chosen the Mercure Wigan Oak Hotel for your stay at The Open.  By train the journey is approx. 45 minutes and Wigan is only about 40 miles by road to get to the course.  This modern hotel is in an enviable town centre location. Close to main motorway links of the M6, M61, and the main rail route. The spacious double or twin rooms have flat screen TVs with freeview channels, hospitality tray, hairdryer and free wifi internet access.   Large, secure on-site car parking is free to residents. The excellent restaurant offers full range of menus and is complemented by a well stocked bar. The lively town centre is a short stroll away.  Checkout our website for full details of this great package.

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Carp Fishing Holidays in the UK

Posted on October 4, 2011 by bestof

Many of us are unable to dedicate our main holiday each year to fishing, that’s why we are constantly looking for great locations for angling short holidays throughout the UK and Ireland. Whether you can spare a few days during the week or perhaps a long weekend, we are sure to be able to find the ideal venue for a relaxing few days by the water. Whilst on a fishing short break you may be lucky enough to land a fish even larger than your wildest fishing dreams.

Fishing in Drayton reservoir

Our holidays are based in hotels with excellent leisure facilities, many of which also offer spa and beauty treatments, so your partners needn’t feel left out; bring them along to share in the thrills of your angling trip and all the tales of the ones that got away!  Have a look at our webpage for further information.

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