Guest:\u00a0Alison Metcalfe, executive vice president, North America, Tourism Ireland.<\/p>\n
Description: Metcalfe joins host Ann Liguori to discuss an extraordinary time for golf in Ireland, as some of the game\u2019s 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\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n
Talking Points:
\u25aa\ufe0f The Amgen Irish Open being played in Doonbeg for the first time.
\u25aa\ufe0f The significance of two major golf events taking place in County Clare on consecutive weekends.
\u25aa\ufe0f The countdown to the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor and its importance to Irish golf and tourism.
\u25aa\ufe0f Why the American golf market remains such an important priority for Tourism Ireland.
\u25aa\ufe0f Ireland\u2019s extraordinary collection of links courses and the continued growth of golf tourism.
\u25aa\ufe0f New golf courses and developments adding to Ireland\u2019s already impressive golf offering.<\/p>\n