Guest: Alison Metcalfe, executive vice president, North America, Tourism Ireland.
Description: Metcalfe joins host Ann Liguori to discuss an extraordinary time for golf in Ireland, as some of the game’s most prestigious championships put the spotlight on the southwest region of the country. Metcalfe talks about the recently completed Walker Cup at Lahinch Golf Club, the Amgen Irish Open at Trump International Golf Links and Hotel and the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor. Metcalfe also shares why Ireland remains one of the world’s most sought-after golf destinations, the importance of the American golf traveler, exciting new golf developments, and the unique combination of world-class courses, spectacular scenery, culture and warm Irish hospitality.
Talking Points:
▪️ The Amgen Irish Open being played in Doonbeg for the first time.
▪️ The significance of two major golf events taking place in County Clare on consecutive weekends.
▪️ The countdown to the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor and its importance to Irish golf and tourism.
▪️ Why the American golf market remains such an important priority for Tourism Ireland.
▪️ Ireland’s extraordinary collection of links courses and the continued growth of golf tourism.
▪️ New golf courses and developments adding to Ireland’s already impressive golf offering.
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Front: Lahinch Golf Club
Credit: Lahinch Golf Club