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 Ryder Cup 2006 in Ireland from Friday 22nd to Sunday 24th September at the K Club, County Kildare
With just five months to the most competitive golf match-up in the World,
the interest in the Ryder Cup 2006 in Ireland is fierce! The tournament is
being held from Friday 22nd to Sunday 24th September at the
K Club, County
Kildare. For golf fans, the Ryder Cup is a must do on the golf calendar. The
event dates back to 1927 and divides the some best golfers in the World by
the Atlantic Ocean. The match-up between the Europeans against the Americans
in a head-to-head competition is watched by millions worldwide.
Ireland is an obvious choice for this prestigious event with over 400
courses and one third of worldwide links courses. Ireland has a long and
close association with the Ryder Cup – from the glory days of Fred Daly,
Harry Bradshaw and Christy O’Connor Senior right through to today’s top
players, Padraig Harrington, Darren Clarke, Paul McGinley and Des Smith.
The venue chosen to host this prestigious event , The K Club, County
Kildare is just 45 minutes from Dublin. This Arnold Palmer designed Golf
Course is recognized as one of the finest in Europe. Set in the majestic
grounds of the Straffan estate, it is a challenging championship course.
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 Kilkea
Castle Hotel Castledermot
Less than an hour from Dublin, The Kilkea is Ireland's
pre-eminent castle hotel and a golf club. Set on its own
extensive grounds, the hotel retains all the splendours of the
past. Steeped in history and tradition, the castle offers a mix
of ancient and modern as well as 36 charming bedrooms that are
individually designed with every modern amenity. At the on site
a lounge, a cocktail bar and a restaurant, offering a blend of
traditional and contemporary cuisine, are available.
Kilkea also provides a fabulous setting for conferences and
meetings. The recreational facilities offered are a superb
Leisure Centre with swimming pool, gymnasium, sauna and steam
room. Guests can take a stroll in the garden premises, play golf
at the challenging 18-hole course or indulge in various
activities, available on site.
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 Deer
Park Hotel & Golf Courses Howth
The Deer Park Hotel located on a quiet hillside enjoys an
uninterrupted view of the coastline. It is described as the finest
view west of Naples. Set in over 400 acres of parkland, the hotel
features Ireland's largest golf complex, which includes a challenging
6778 yard 18 hole course, two nine hole courses and a short course.
Also the hotel restaurant offers imaginative menus and an extensive
wine list.
The hotel offers 80 rooms, which are beautifully appointed, extremely
spacious and cosily decorated. Whether for business or leisure
purpose each of the detail is taken care to provide a comfortable and
relaxing atmosphere to enhance ones stay.
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Golf Rules from USGA and The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews, Scotland
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