Golf and the Good Life is your guide to golf travel across the pond.
Join podcast co-hosts Connor Evers, PGA, and Daniel Jones as they share their experience and expertise for golf trips to Scotland, Ireland, and beyond. Whether you’re in the planning phase or counting down to a trip on the calendar, the Golf and the Good Life podcast aims to be a resource for your time both on and off the course.
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03-18-2026
We first covered packing way back in Episode 7. That was 72 episodes and a lot of Expeditions ago. It's time for an update.
In this episode, D.J. and Connor break packing into two categories: your golf gear and your luggage.
From shipping your clubs and the AirTag rules you need to know, to the overnight outfit trick that could cut your suitcase in half, this one is full of firsthand advice from Members who've gone before you.
Plus: the apps worth downloading before you leave, and a key update for the required UK ETA.
If you're counting down to a golf trip to Scotland, Ireland, or Beyond, it's a must-listen.
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What to Pack for a Golf Trip Across the Pond
How to Pack Your Golf Travel Bag
03-03-2026
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.
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The Complete Guide to 2027 Golf Trips to Scotland, Ireland, and England
02-18-2026
In this episode, we're making the case for building breathing room into your overseas golf itinerary and why it's something captains need to plan for upfront, not figure out on the fly.
Drawing from Member feedback, we discuss the tension between wanting to play every marquee course and the reality of what makes a trip truly memorable.
We cover strategic timing for days off, low-key golf alternatives, and the unexpected highlights that emerge when you give your group permission to explore, decompress, or simply do their own thing for a day.
Whether it's a walking tour in Edinburgh, a pub crawl in Belfast, or an impromptu round that becomes a trip favorite, we break down why less golf often leads to better stories.
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Permission to Pause - Why Your Golf Trip Needs Some Downtime
02-04-2026
Our Legendary Links series returns for a conversation with Bill Donald, General Manager of Royal County Down Golf Club.
Bill offers a rare, thoughtful look behind the scenes at what it takes to steward a club like Royal County Down.
We discuss how RCD balances global demand with its member traditions, the refinements underway to elevate the visitor experience, and why planning a golf trip here is best approached the same way you would a world-class event: with intention, patience, and an appreciation for just how special the opportunity is.
We also touch on Bill's favorite moments around the course and a few can’t-miss spots in Newcastle that complete the experience beyond the fairways.
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The Complete Guide to Royal County Down
Explore Northern Ireland Golf Trips
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01-21-2026
Our Legendary Links series returns with a conversation from one of the game’s most storied venues, Royal Liverpool Golf Club.
Andy Leadbetter from Royal Liverpool shares an inside look at Hoylake, what it truly means to host The Open Championship, and how those moments shape a club long after the grandstands come down.
Andy also makes the case for England’s Golf Coast as one of the most compelling destinations in the game, offering world-class links golf, deep history, and a journey that rewards those willing to look beyond the usual first stops.
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