Ireland Travel Links
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Ireland Travel links are your private guided touring experts for individual or group tours. We specialise in bespoke tours of Ireland, and we can customize and personalize your tour choice through our experience and expertise. Our itinerary for your private group or family tour will include the full package, with a special emphasis on places that are unique and hidden gems. Let us guide you!
Ballybunion, County Kerry, Ireland
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2024
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R S
Monterey, CA53 contributions
May 2022
Aidan put together another great trip for the four of us (2 couples). We had arranged the itinerary almost 3 years ago but had to cancel it twice because of Covid. Even throughout the cancellations, re-bookings, Aidan and team never let up, essentially working on refining our itinerary even after both cancellations and the uncertainty associated with going forward. We started in Belfast and played Malone there (don't miss it). Then worked north to Portstewart-Strand. Then further north to Ballyliffin. Then south to Rosapenna (the new St. Patrick's Links there is just outstanding). Then further south to Narin & Port Noo and finishing up with Donegal. We had clear skies and no rain for every round (9) except Donegal, where the rain caught up to us. Gerard was our driver. What a great asset he was to our trip. Just a wonderful guy and very capable. If it needed to be figured out, he would figure it out. A golfer himself and member of Ballybunion, Gerard knows everything there is to know about Ireland and the north of Ireland including all matters golf. He has a wonderful sense of humor and is always courteous with a smile and a good word. We really enjoyed our time together in the van, which BTW, is a beautiful new MB. Perhaps most important considering those narrow country roads, Gerard is an excellent driver. I've played golf many time in Ireland over the years and I can tell you from experience, if you entrust your trip to Aidan and Ireland Travel Links, you will have a successful trip from start to finish.
Written 8 May 2022
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Michael L
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Sept 2023 • Friends
Gerard and the team at Ireland Travel Links were incredible at every step of the process! We had been trying to get an Ireland golf trip off the ground for many years before we contacted Gerard for suggestions. We were a relatively small group (6) and it's fair to say our focus was part golf, part Ireland/pubs. Gerard put together a perfect itinerary and we were able to play 3 great rounds at Ballybunion, Waterville and Doonbeg during our four day stay. Gerard and his team had also arranged for a fourth round at a different course on our "off day" but suggested that if we were looking to enjoy the pub scene we should travel to the Dingle Food Festival. Needless to say, he was right and we had an amazing time in Dingle! The accommodations in Killarney and Ennis were great and even the travel time to/from golf courses was enjoyable in Gerard's comfortable Sprinter van with cooler! He got a pretty good feel for our group early on and made a few unexpected stops at local pubs during the journey that were a little off the beaten path and absolutely perfect. By the end of the trip Gerard had a legitimate connection with each of the 6 guys and he was truly a joy to be with as he shared a wealth of Ireland knowledge and the hospitality they are known for. It has only been two months and we are already starting to find dates in the future to return. I personally cannot recommend Gerard and the Ireland Travel Links team enough and want to thank them for the first of hopefully many more amazing trips to Ireland!
Written 28 November 2023
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danpammc
Naples, FL18 contributions
Jul 2022
Ireland Travel Links arranged a ten day tour of Ireland for our family. There were six of us, and it was our first time in Ireland. Our driver/guide, Donal, was wonderful. Besides being an excellent, safe driver, he was great at giving the history of the sites we were seeing, and very patient and flexible as we were able to modify the itinerary a bit according to what we wanted that day. Donal had excellent suggestions for lunch and dinner.
Truly a first class trip enjoyed by all.
Truly a first class trip enjoyed by all.
Written 6 August 2022
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Patrick F
2 contributions
Aug 2022
I just returned from a father/son trip and it was one of the most incredible experiences I've had in my lifetime. Gerard/Aidan truly put together a near flawless itinerary playing some of the top courses in Ireland and we also had the pleasure of having Gerard as our personal tourguide throughout our 8 day trip. The level of hospitatlity and attention to detail are second to none and I will be using them again without a doubt.
Written 30 August 2022
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John
New York City, NY1 contribution
Aug 2021 • Friends
Just back from Ireland. Only a couple of weeks after the travel ban was lifted by Ireland, 8 of us left for a long-awaited golf trip. The US Govt gave us a scare by putting Ireland on a level 4 DNT list. While the paperwork to get into Ireland was a little more, the country could not have made us feel more welcome and safe. If you have any trepidations, I felt as comfortable traveling and being in Ireland as anywhere I’ve been in the US in the last 18 months. While the Pub scene is a little more muted, the warmth is still there and feeling is just as wonderful. Of course, the golf is as good as it gets anywhere in the world. Go.
Thank you Gerard and Aidan of Ireland Travel Links. Your assistance, suggestions, guidance and flexibility were lauded by all in our group. The most critical of the 8 of us only had the best things to say about how smoothly you made the whole trip. You made it easy for the guy who set up the trip (quickly). It couldn’t have been a more enjoyable process. Just first class.
Thank you Gerard and Aidan of Ireland Travel Links. Your assistance, suggestions, guidance and flexibility were lauded by all in our group. The most critical of the 8 of us only had the best things to say about how smoothly you made the whole trip. You made it easy for the guy who set up the trip (quickly). It couldn’t have been a more enjoyable process. Just first class.
Written 24 August 2021
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Raq N
5 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
If you are considering travel to Ireland (or Scotland) don’t wait another minute to contact Ireland Travel Links! From the moment I reached out to Gerard with the initial inquiry regarding our trip, I felt so reassured. Aiden was very responsive in coming up with a customized itinerary that met our specific needs and as we made adjustments and tweaks he was equally as responsive. Our tour with Patrick exceeded all expectations. Patrick was an excellent chauffeur and guide. The experiences, sites and sights were all amazing. When I’m
asked what my favorite part of the trip was, I say our time with Patrick, his knowledge of the history, geography and the areas we visited made our experience so much more enriching. I’m already looking forward to our next trip!
asked what my favorite part of the trip was, I say our time with Patrick, his knowledge of the history, geography and the areas we visited made our experience so much more enriching. I’m already looking forward to our next trip!
Written 15 May 2022
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Maureen K
1 contribution
May 2022
Look no further for the prefect tour guide! Book Ireland Travel Links! You cannot go wrong with Gerard! We four siblings ventured through Scotland under the watchful eye of Gerard. This trip was customized for each one of us. The week included hiking, exploring, golf, attractions, and many other bonuses. Gerard was accommodating, flexible, personable, and knowledgeable, all with a quick wit. Gerard facilitated every wish for the four of us. The four of us had both similar and different interests and Gerard hit them all. The experience was glorious, magical, brilliant, stupendous, and perfect! Gerard had everything covered and more. He was even able to “cue” the rainbows, “cue” the bagpipes, “cue” the waterfalls, and “cue” the sheep traffic jam.
Written 11 June 2022
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Michael S
1 contribution
Sept 2021
Aidan and the Ireland Travel Links team were phenomenal to work with and helped us to organize a once in a lifetime Ireland golf trip. We couldn't recommend them enough. Their unmatched knowledge of the courses and their ability to customize a unique and incredible itinerary helped to make for a perfect trip. Our group couldn't recommend them enough and are already trying to figure out how we can get back to Ireland soon.
Written 17 September 2021
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Debstoryteller
St. Augustine, FL165 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
I just returned from a twelve day tour with Travel Ireland Links. Gerard Burke was our driver and guide. The Shenanigans Squad, four american women, were delighted with his stories, jokes and his historical knowledge and regional information. We met in Dublin and headed west and down the Atlantic coast. Our first two night stay was at the posh Ashford Castle. There we had high tea, walked the castle grounds, enjoyed falconry and a morning walk with the Irish wolfhounds. Most of all we just enjoyed the luxury of the castle and the gracious hospitality. Gerard took us on the back roads so we really saw the beauty of the rural area, small villages, and ate at local pubs. The highlight was listening and dancing to live Irish music in the pubs at night. We took a ferry to Inis Mor and toured on a bus there. The Killarney Lodge was a charming guest house. We could walk right into town. All of our accommodations included breakfast. The beds were comfortable and we had access to internet. We were fortunate to have five days of sunshine in May. The trip was well planned and exceeded our expectations.
Written 22 May 2023
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Philly girl
1 contribution
May 2022 • Family
A private driver was absolutely the best way to see Ireland! Gerry was very knowledgeable, friendly and flexible. He made sure we saw the things that were most interesting to our group and was flexible when we wanted to stay longer somewhere or skip something. The vehicle was first class, the very best in accommodations with a mini fridge stocked with water, plenty of USB ports to keep our phones charged and very comfortable leather seating. Aidan from the tour group was amazingly patient through the whole booking process and quick answered all my many questions. I would highly recommend this company.
Written 4 May 2022
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