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09/10/2026

24 hours at Adare Manor Hotel, a pretty cool experience ⛳

I’ve written a short blog about our stay-and-play a few weeks back.

You can read the full blog on our website:

https://dunesanddrams.com/24-hours-at-adare-manor-the-small-details-that-make-the-difference/

25/08/2026

Links golf is just special.

It’s a completely different challenge to the more common parkland settings, but you just have to embrace it.

We had an unreal day Dooks Golf Links last week. The course was in great nick, and the views across Di**le Bay and the Kerry mountains are hard to beat.

It’s a bit less talked about than some of the bigger names in the southwest, but it’s one we always love to include on a client’s journey through the region. A little more understated and a little less flashy. We love that.

Thanks to Chiara and the team for looking after us. We’ll be back very shortly.

06/08/2026

The gig scene in Ireland is really special.

played a few nights in last week and they were simply class.

The intimacy of the venue made it feel more like being invited into someone’s living room than going to a concert.

The music was incredible, but what really stood out was the connection between the band and the room. The chat between songs and the singalongs made the performance even more powerful.

Ireland is full of places like this. You don’t have to be someone who goes to gigs every weekend to enjoy them, but whenever you get the chance go for it.

It’s another small part of Irish life that makes this island so special.

22/05/2026

We recently joined the podcast to chat about golf travel in Ireland - particularly the idea that the best trips aren’t always just about the marquee names.

Very often, the most memorable moments happen off the course too - in the quieter places, local pubs, scenic drives, and conversations along the way.

We’ve put together a short blog with the podcast and article link now live on our website.

Link in bio.

12/04/2026

What an unbelievable experience it was to attend The Masters this week. It’s one of the most surreal places I’ve ever visited and even with high expectations going in they were well surpassed.

I don’t think we realise how lucky we are as Irish golf fans and there’s nearly a feeling of All-Ireland Final Day with both Shane and Rory well in contention this evening.

Enjoy what’s sure to be another rollercoaster of a ride at Augusta National today.

27/03/2026

A caddy is a great companion to spend a bit of time with on your trip to Ireland.

You’re out there for four or five hours, walking the course together - chatting about golf, life, family, Ireland, and everything in between.

Caddies know every inch of the place. The reads, the wind, the stories behind each hole. But more than that, it’s the conversation and connection that stay with you.

This photo was taken when I was caddying with a great man, Tom McCoy. We’re still in touch to this day - and he’s hoping to make it back to Ireland next year for the .

It’s something we always recommend to our guests. If you want to experience Ireland properly, this adds another layer to any trip.

It really is all about the connection. The local connection.

13/03/2026

A few small touches we’ve been putting together behind the scenes for guests travelling with us this season.

Golf days, good wh***ey, and plenty of miles on the road ahead.

The details matter.

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27/02/2026

We were lucky enough to spend a few nights at Armada Spanish Point last week - and it’s genuinely a special place.

Right on the edge of the Atlantic, with nothing between you and the sea. No towns, no traffic - just coastline and open water.

Spanish Point beach is literally on the doorstep. Lahinch and Doonbeg are just up and down the road (both offering great golf), while the Burren and the Cliffs of Moher are within easy reach.

The food throughout was top notch - fresh, local produce done properly, with a real focus on Irish suppliers.

But what really stood out was the hospitality…

A warm cookie and milk for the kids on arrival. Irish cream and chocolates waiting in the room. Genuine, thoughtful service from start to finish.

It’s the kind of place that makes slowing down very easy - away from the usual rush of daily life.

A brilliant base for exploring the West of Ireland.

13/02/2026

A busy few days put down last week.

Radio Row in San Francisco with around the Super Bowl, followed by a few days in Vancouver meeting some great people across the travel, golf and hospitality sectors.

There was a bit of golf, a few pints, some jet lag… and plenty of good conversations along the way.

Representing your own business abroad is something I don’t take lightly. It was a very proud week.

That said, there’s nothing quite like getting home to family either.

Grateful for the opportunity and for everyone who made it possible. 🇮🇪🇺🇸🇨🇦

22/01/2026

Ireland is shaped as much by its people as by its places.
The warmth of a welcome. A story shared. A connection made.

In our latest blog, Faces & Places of Ireland, we celebrate some of the people who give journeys here real depth and meaning - the hosts, makers, storytellers, and guardians of place who leave a lasting impression on our guests.

👉 Read the full piece via the below link:

https://dunesanddrams.com/faces-places-of-ireland-the-people-who-give-the-journey-meaning/

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