Want to join me next year in Ireland? Check out the trip we have planned for 2023: www.mygolfgrouptravel.com/letsplaythruirelandtour
@JJimbo-uf7pu Жыл бұрын
I'm afraid you missed one of the most spectacular golf courses I have ever played: Old Head! It's set on a peninsula on the Atlantic with cliffs dropping into the sea on all sides. A beautiful course and a real test of golf.
@markdoran7510 Жыл бұрын
Just watched the video, brought back memories, glad u had a great time, some location for golf. The North & North West are equally as 👍 hope u come back next year, love your content. Regards Mark (Ireland)
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Yes indeed. I'll def be back. Thanks Mark.
@paulbergin6301 Жыл бұрын
Im so delighted you enjoyed your trip to our little island, and also you got incredible weather, it's makes my day when I see people like yourself enjoy what golf we have to offer. Thanks for taking the time to make a brilliant video, and let other golfers from around the world see what we have to offer. 🇮🇪🇺🇸
@davidrichard4300 Жыл бұрын
That was so amazing. I can not wait to see it all in the upcoming videos.
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Thanks David, it was easy to make a beautiful video there. Anywhere I pointed the camera it was stunning.
@jonathanaluisy1735 Жыл бұрын
That was one amazing trip ...Really enjoyed the video so well dome..Look forward to your comming episodes of your trip..Definately a trip of a life time to cherish !!!...
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
You should come next year
@Tubs0147 Жыл бұрын
Great video showcasing the amazing courses we have here in Ireland. I played Tralee myself last year and personally think its the best course on the planet. Delighted you enjoyed it so much and thankfully you got decent weather. September is a great month for weather usually. Hope the next trip goes just as well. If you ever fancy easy cost golf in Ireland let me know, we have some super courses here too :)
@alains751 Жыл бұрын
Would love to b able to play there. Awesome trip Gabe.
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
C'mon, lets do it
@ChiliDippaGolf Жыл бұрын
Incredible! Your so right about pointing your camera anywhere and having a great shot. Ireland looks amazing. I would love to have a chance to play any of those beautiful courses some day. Seems like a shot of Irish whiskey off the 1st tee is a must. Well done on this video Gabe and looks like you had an absolute blast out there. Looking forward to seeing more vids from these courses.
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
I might make it my everyday 1st tee ritual!
@sakupitkanen7574 Жыл бұрын
I’m not jealous…. Man, what a trip. Spectacular views and courses. Having perfect weather in Ireland for a week is a big cherry on a cake. As a European, we tend to travel to Spain for golf holiday, but this video makes me rethink next destination.
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Some great courses in Marbella for sure, but yeah, Ireland is tough to beat IMO
@donnachalyons3904 Жыл бұрын
Living in the Southwest of Ireland we head to either Spain or Portugal to play in the dry😂😂
@Dreyno Жыл бұрын
Irish golfers go to Spain and Portugal for a winter break but ireland gets a lot of French, German etc. visitors over the summer months.
@colinfinlay2642 Жыл бұрын
Looks superb guys 🔥🔥
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Thanks Colin
@eoinfrancis4639 Жыл бұрын
Great to have you over Gabe. Hope you enjoyed the eperience and look forward to having you back over next September 👍
@donnachalyons3904 Жыл бұрын
Lucky to live in this region of the Emerald Isle, get to play theses courses in competition, either in Singles Strokeplay or Inter Club Competitions in Singles and Foursomes matchplay. Agree always bring my heads in hand luggage. Hope your trip was memorable!!
@Inked_Kev Жыл бұрын
Add those beautiful courses on my bucketlist, Always wanted to play in Ireland and now more than ever, so happy you were able to have this great experience, love the content and your channel
@tcofield1967 Жыл бұрын
My retirement goal. That and seeing the 'Ancestral town named after my family.' This is a great concept for a 'Viewer getaway' type of event where a bunch of your viewers could have a week or ten day getaway where a lot of us could go together, bond and have a great time losing golf balls all over the Emerald Isle. Hopefully you will continue to have this kind of thing in the future because I would be very interested. I am burning too much vacation time on other things next year but would love to try something like this maybe in 2024. If you do Ireland again and I get enough lead time to get the time off I will be excited to do this maybe in 2024. It looks like an awesome trip. I might be bugging you in the future about ideas of where to go when I do my retirement tour of Ireland. That and Scotland are on my short list of places to go.
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Hi Thomas we have next year’s trip planned. This was the scouting mission. There’s a link to learn more and register your interest in the description. We’d love to have you along for the next journey.
@dennysmith2291 Жыл бұрын
I’m in England so I’ll have to pop over there 👉 looks awesome 🤩
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Yes it's a much quicker flight than mine :)
@adrianlovett3483 Жыл бұрын
Great so glad you enjoyed it. I have payed Lahinch and Doonbeg. For me the first at Doonbeg is spectacular. Your drive seems to fly for miles into the air and then you just have to wait to see where it might eventually end up. I would love to come along next year but I suspect family commitments will get in the way. As they say in Ireland have a great craic. Adrian
@ryanmoore1388 Жыл бұрын
“Wouldn’t let the baggage handlers touch these babies” 😂 Shots fired bro.
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Well, I wasn’t flying Southwest this time! 🤣
@ryanmoore1388 Жыл бұрын
@@LetsPlayThru Fair enough bro, we have yet to add Ireland 🇮🇪 Maybe some day! Cheers 🍻
@JT-xs4br Жыл бұрын
We want to plan a trip to Ireland too! Did you drive from place to place or have a driver?
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Nice. Yes the guys who organized the tour drove us. But you can book Tours with them where they set it up and you drive yourself. I will say, driving in Ireland is a little harder than most places. Roads are very narrow and then there’s the whole left side of the road thing. You can get used to it, but challenging for sure.
@danielcohen3159 Жыл бұрын
@@LetsPlayThru The first time I drove in Ireland, it was tricky at first, because I was driving a manual and the gearshift was, of course, on my left. Then I almost immediately turned the wrong way into a roundabout! Luckily no one was coming. Gabe's right, though...when you get into the countryside it gets very narrow and twisty, but totally doable. And it's the most gorgeous country. You feel like you're in a movie sometimes, because you can't believe it's real.
@MarvinofMars Жыл бұрын
I come the same town as Darren Clarke, so parkland golf. I have a bucket list for Winter Links. Strangley the greens are only now running perfect here in November soil temps are fine no frost. 15c/60F so roll on late Autumn /Winter🤞
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
What’s #1 on your list?
@damienconnolly Жыл бұрын
Top class Gabe 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🎉
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Thanks for being an amazing host Damien! Can't wait to do it again.
@damienconnolly Жыл бұрын
@@LetsPlayThru looking forward to it already!
@jcrewjim Жыл бұрын
I am currently here in Doonbeg. I’ve been here a week. If you come, do yourself a favor and eat at Tu Rudy’s in Doonbeg town and walk the cliffs of Kilkee. They are way more intimate and inspiring than the Cliffs of Moher.
@ronanmaguire306 Жыл бұрын
Up the Kingdom! what a trip - great video. can’t wait for the others..
@kcrow327 Жыл бұрын
I’m pretty much doing the same trip in May. Playing Lahinch both courses, then Doonbeg moving on to Ballybunion both courses, Tralee and finishing with Killarney Golf and Fish. Staying in Lahinch, Tralee and Killarney.
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Sweet! You’re going to love it
@kcrow327 Жыл бұрын
Did Dublin and Northern Ireland before the pandemic. Played Royal County Down, Royal Portrush, Port Stewart, Portmarnock. Ireland is the best. Great channel by the way.
@michealnolan Жыл бұрын
Try to get in Waterville and Dooks aswell. Unbelievable courses.
@Dreyno Жыл бұрын
@@kcrow327 the north west is where it’s at. Rosapenna, Ballyliffen, Murvagh, Portnoo, Cruit Island, Rosses Point, Enniscrone, Strandhill, Carne.
@rolandtomassi34867 ай бұрын
You have a great positivity about you , glad you enjoyed the trip and had a few pints
@markk171 Жыл бұрын
Dang looks SO cool!
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
It was the best golf week of my life
@markk171 Жыл бұрын
@@LetsPlayThru I bet it was...looked AWESOME! I soo wish I could play REAL links style golf in Ireland! Thanks for the video and I look forward to more in this series!
@eprohoda Жыл бұрын
Lets! super~ you did amazing - catch you later,🤚
@liveeventprofits2544 Жыл бұрын
Gabe save me a spot for next year!!!!
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Will do!
@joecurran Жыл бұрын
Plenty of golf courses to choose from north and south some amazing parkland courses as well, adare Manor is a must play what a venue for the Rider cup congrats jp for making it possible, it's out of this world. Mount Juliet in Kilkenny another good test ,deer park in Carlow, bunclody co Wexford , Glen of the downs Co Wicklow, The k club Co Kildare to name but a few and way way cheaper than the courses you played in Co Kerry
@DT-yd6exАй бұрын
Point of information, Ballybunion may be the best course in the Republic of Ireland. But Royal County Down and Royal Portrush are on a different level on the island of Ireland.
@petesampson1454 Жыл бұрын
LIT
@ojs9068 Жыл бұрын
This looks amazing Gabe, glad to hear you're doing an episode for each course, can't wait for those. Scotland next?
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
At some point definitely
@michaelbarry5869 Жыл бұрын
great video - my mother and my sister are members of lahinch - so glad you enjoyed it - i get to play in it on occasions
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Oh nice! You’re very lucky. Love that place.
@Dreyno Жыл бұрын
Ballybunion is ranked No. 1 in many lists but it’s far from clear cut. It has a sort of mythical status in the USA thanks to Tom Watson’s fandom of it but amongst Irish golfers it’s regarded as one of the best but not far and away the best. Lahinch, Waterville Tralee, Ballyliffen, the European Club, Portmarnock, County Sligo, Carne etc. are all regarded on a similar level. And golf is an all ireland sport so Portrush, Royal County Down etc. are all up for consideration as well and are in the same argument as best course in Ireland. Not bashing Ballybunion. Just putting it out there that it’s “amongst the best” rather than clearly “the best”.
@alanrutland4424 Жыл бұрын
You seemed to get on well with the Takomo irons Gabe??? Looked like you played really well. They are seriously tough courses. Look forward to seeing the rounds.
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
I played well at Lahinch but the other places were either fair or pretty poor to be honest. As you said, some tough tracks. But on a trip like this I try to enjoy the bogeys as much as the birdies. Takomos solid tho 😃
@alanrutland4424 Жыл бұрын
I am really glad you enjoyed the trip Gabe. Definitely very beautiful. Think I would have lost a LOT of balls!! That is some rough 😊. Glad Takomo clubs worked for you.
@jamescoughlan8193 Жыл бұрын
You also missed Adare Manor golf course , a truly amazing parkland course and will the home of the Ryder cup 2027. Don't miss it next year.
@cwilson7458 Жыл бұрын
Come to Northern Ireland next time! You need to play Royal Portrush and the strand course in Portstewart.
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Have played Portstewart and walked Portrush during the Open. Two amazing courses.
@patrickmorgan4006 Жыл бұрын
That was a good first half of a golf trip to Ireland. Where did you play in the second half?
@MrHillmw Жыл бұрын
Love the videos!
@paulmcgee1867 Жыл бұрын
Love this have you shown your clubs for the trip? I wouldn’t need my cart bag if I understand correctly.
@billdavidson3848 Жыл бұрын
I was at Lahinch at the end of July,, birdied the 5th 🙂
@Newts65 Жыл бұрын
My wife’s brother married a girl from Dublin, and we spent 14 days there in 2003. My sister in law’s uncle, Father John, performed the wedding ceremony and was an avid golfer. His home course was Port Marnock and after we had tossed back a few following the wedding, he literally challenged me to come play a round with him. Our family itinerary was already set, and with three young kids it just wasn’t possible…I still hate that I missed that opportunity. I’m going to try to make your trip, Gabe….as soon as the missus wakes up, I’m starting in on her. Great video.
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Oh that would’ve been a great place to play, hopefully you’ll get another chance soon. Would love to have you on the trip! I think they have an option for spouses to come along even if they don’t play golf.
@Newts65 Жыл бұрын
She said yes. I’ve signed on.
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
@@Newts65 sweet!!
@seannfawnc2282 Жыл бұрын
Great vid. I was curious, have you done a “what’s in your bag?” video? I’m curious of what you play. Thanks
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Thanks. Yes there should be a few of those.
@allahalibaba9063 Жыл бұрын
Great video Gabe..How would you rate these courses up against Pebble Beach for play and challenge.....
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Thanks Allah. I haven't played Pebble so can't speak to that, but these are as good of golf courses as any of the big names I've ever played.
@andrewgudgeonobe2721 Жыл бұрын
Stone walls are called Dry Dykes - which is a wall built without mortar
@johncooper4209 Жыл бұрын
Great video Gabe.
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Many thanks John
@darrenpuqiqnak2563 Жыл бұрын
I wish to go but I have no clubs
@darrenpuqiqnak2563 Жыл бұрын
Can I be your caddie in Ireland I don’t have clubs but would like to see a green course
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
No worries, they'll rent you a set there
@darrenpuqiqnak2563 Жыл бұрын
Let’s play thru do I have to pay
@josoapification Жыл бұрын
Ireland is a beautiful country but unfortunately it needs a roof on it. You have been lucky with the weather. Something to keep an eye on when you visit ireland . The weather can scupper many outdoor activities.
@alexchoi2060 Жыл бұрын
If you were on Ireland on a non golf trip and could choose only one course, would it be Ballybunion?
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Lahinch for me. But no wrong answer between the two or even Tralee.
@ACE-ji7yo Жыл бұрын
I'm a member at Tralee golf links.
@Bondy19865 күн бұрын
Me and my bro planning on playing there in April, fancy a knock?
@craigrichert6933 Жыл бұрын
Can you link the travel bag you used for your trip? Looking to buy one and curious to know which one you trust for your clubs.
@kjchard Жыл бұрын
well....they are but Scotland is amazing too. Our third trip to ireland is coming up in late July, 2023.
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Nice, what are your favorite courses there?
@cedwards889 Жыл бұрын
I've always loved your AP hats. Those still sold somewhere?
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
In the Pro shop at Bay Hill last I knew
@cedwards889 Жыл бұрын
@@LetsPlayThru I was there in Jan of '21 and didn't see any. :(
@andrewgudgeonobe2721 Жыл бұрын
You’re like a kid in a candy store. Our fridge is full of draft Guinness my go to beverage. Take a look at Nefyn and Royal Porthcawl in Wales and of course Scotland has the oldest courses in the world.
@markzinda8863 Жыл бұрын
If I win Power Ball tonight, I’m leaving on a jet plane tomorrow to follow in your footsteps!!
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Rooting for you Mark!
@lockey83584 күн бұрын
RCD Number 1 in world 🌎 never mind 🇮🇪
@LetsPlayThru3 күн бұрын
That is Northern Ireland…part of 🇬🇧
@lockey83583 күн бұрын
@LetsPlayThru it's the north of Ireland 🇮🇪 I live here, and that's in my opinion still number 1 on the Island off Ireland 👍💯
@jenniferpickering7808 Жыл бұрын
Going to Ballybunion next week for a tourney......yikes
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
It's a tough course, but just remember to enjoy the challenge! Good luck.
@johnbrennan2636 Жыл бұрын
Seems a shame you never got a chance to play Old Head
@LetsPlayThru Жыл бұрын
Yeah I think we will try to get that one in next year. We just packed so much into our 5 days we didn’t have the chance this time.
@gavinwelsh453410 ай бұрын
The courses in this video are stunning and for someone who both owns a holiday home in Kerry and is a keen golfer, they are a gems. However, due to Americans coming over in the summer and paying stupid amounts of money to play these courses, the average Joe has no chance of justifying the expense of the green fees these places charge. To play these courses (Tralee and Ballybunion) are out of reach for most people except the elite, where money is no object.
@davidmercer4679 Жыл бұрын
You lost me at Trump.
@billdavidson3848 Жыл бұрын
Tralee was a beautiful setting,, however there were a couple of wanky holes .. Typical A. Palmer design..
@jdubs9922 Жыл бұрын
Don't waste your time with Tralee, Doonbeg, and especially Killarny.
@jonathanwestbrooks3091 Жыл бұрын
This.. This is why I love your channel! Thank you for sharing this golfer’s dream 🙌🏾🥲