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Golf Wales with Bill Castner
Play Celtic Manor - Host of The 2010 Ryder Cup Matches
Itinerary:

Sunday October 5, 2008
Fly – Newark – Bristol
Monday October 6 Southerndown Golf Links – Ewenny Dragon Hotel
Arrive in Bristol and drive to Ewenny for early afternoon round
Tuesday October 7
Pennard Golf Club – Pennard Dragon Hotel Full Welsh breakfasts daily
Wednesday October 8
Pyle & Kenfig Golf Club – Kenfig Dragon Hotel Luxury coach with full time driver guide for entire trip
Thursday October 9
Tenby Golf Club – Tenby Dragon Hotel
Friday October 10
Royal Porthcawl Golf Club – Porthcawl Celtic Manor – Newport
Saturday October 11
Celtic Manor – 2010 Course (Ryder Cup) Celtic Manor– Newport
Sunday October 12, 2008
Fly – Bristol –Newark

Golf –

Southerndown – established in 1905 the course plays host each year to the prestigious amateur tournament the Duncan Putter. This classic links course provides a real golfing challenge, with narrow gorse and bracken lined fairways, and deep bunkers. Equally memorable are the closing holes, usually played into the wind. The 18th in particular with its intimidating gorse and renowned split level fairway will live long in the memory.

Pennard Golf Club – Established in 1896, the course is laid out on common land overlooking three cliffs bay. A must for the true links enthusiast, the course offers all the undulations and tight lies that an old links can offer. Fast greens and some superb views make a visit to Pennard one not to miss.

Pyle & Kenfig – established in 1922, P&K as it is known locally features two quite different nines, the front nine being more of a heath-land while the back nine snakes it’s way through the dunes. There are some spectacular links holes coupled with magnificent greens.

Tenby – a regular on the Welsh Golfing Union Championship rota, from the first hole to the last, you will never forget the layout of this renowned links course. With stunning ocean views it maximizes all the natural features of this beautiful part of Pembrokeshire. Arguably the oldest course in Wales, golf has been played over the links here since the late 1880s.

Royal Porthcawl – Founded in 1891, this is probably the finest links course in Wales. Host to the British Amateur Championships and Walker Cup, this classic links, laid out next to the shore at Rest Bay, features some excellent holes. The sea is visible from every hole and the layout presents a challenge regardless of the wind direction. The clubhouse is steeped in history and is a real treat for the golfing historian.

2010 Course – The new course built for staging The Ryder Cup in 2010 opened for play in July 2007. The first course to be built specifically for golf’s greatest team tournament, it measures a robust 7,493 yards off the back tees and has a par of 71.

Hotels –

Dragon Hotel – 4* - Over £3.5 million has been spent on this top Swansea City Centre hotel to offer guests excellent hotel accommodation, superb leisure facilities in the heart of Swansea. The Dragon Hotel is a Swansea landmark, centrally located and within walking distance of the city’s key amenities, attractions, shops and vibrant nightlife. The Brasserie Restaurant is the place to dine in Swansea city centre and the hotel boasts an AA Rosette in recognition of the delicious modern European-style cuisine served in the restaurant.

Celtic Manor Resort - 5* - the Resort’s luxurious five star hotel opened in 1999, and overlooks the Roman Road Course. The rooms are beautifully appointed and decorated, where distinctive design and traditional luxury create a calm and relaxing environment. The Hotel features a fine dining restaurant – “Owens” as well as the less formal Olive Tree Restaurant, along with Merlins Bar. There is also a world class spa at the Forum Health club.

Other specifics:

Golf: Includes rounds listed above with reserved starting times. Caddies are sometimes available, but, as they are independent contractors, can not be guaranteed. The cost of caddies is not included in the trip price. The typical cost for caddies is US$ 40 to $50 plus tip. In addition, several courses have power carts.

Transportation: Luxury coach with full time driver guide for entire trip

Meals: Full Welsh breakfasts daily.

Hotels: Includes properties listed above – twin occupancy – see below for single supplement.

Airfare: While we will be happy to assist you in making your air reservations, the cost of air travel is not included in the quotation.

Price per person – land costs only - $3,750.00
Single supplement - $ 750.00

The prices above are based on the current exchange rate and is subject to change (up or down) based on this factor. We will give you a final price in June 2008.

Deposit — $600 per person. Balance due - 70 days prior to departure.

Fore Seasons is our travel partner in Wales. Please feel free to call John Gosselink with any questions you might have. He will book your trip.

Bill Castner

917.208.5197

John D. Gosselink
Fore Seasons Golf Tours
(T) – 973 812 3845
(F) – 973 812 0577
10 Chestnut Court
Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
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