EPISODE · Apr 15, 2026 · 19 MIN
Key Decisions for Planning a Golf Trip to Scotland, Ireland, or England: Part 1
from Golf and the Good Life - Your Guide for Golf Trips Across the Pond · host Haversham & Baker Golfing Expeditions
Planning an overseas golf trip involves more decisions than most travelers expect, and the ones you make early on tend to shape the entire experience. In this first episode of a 3 part series, D.J. and Connor walk through five key decisions every group faces before the planning even really begins: the type of trip, the invite list, your budget, DIY vs. a golf travel company, and custom vs. stock itineraries.If you're in the early stages of putting a trip together, this is the foundation.Key Points:Why mixing group types (buddies, couples, families) on the same trip creates more friction than most people anticipate.The #1 reason you should be selective with your invite list.Why the average overseas golf trip involves 40 to 50 individual plans and reservations.The difference between a trip being made for you and you being made for a trip.Connor's breakdown of how destination and season choices will impact your budget.Additional ResourcesHow to Plan a Golf Trip to Scotland – 14 Key DecisionsHow to Plan an Ireland Golf Trip – Breaking It Down
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Planning an overseas golf trip involves more decisions than most travelers expect, and the ones you make early on tend to shape the entire experience. In this first episode of a 3 part series, D.J. and Connor walk through five key decisions every group faces before the planning even really begins: the type of trip, the invite list, your budget, DIY vs. a golf travel company, and custom vs. stock itineraries.If you're in the early stages of putting a trip together, this is the foundation.Key Points:Why mixing group types (buddies, couples, families) on the same trip creates more friction than most people anticipate.The #1 reason you should be selective with your invite list.Why the average overseas golf trip involves 40 to 50 individual plans and reservations.The difference between a trip being made for you and you being made for a trip.Connor's breakdown of how destination and season choices will impact your budget.Additional ResourcesHow to Plan a Golf Trip to Scotland – 14 Key DecisionsHow to Plan an Ireland Golf Trip – Breaking It Down
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