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Golftrekker: Ireland’s Diamonds in the Rough

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Firm turf, real wind, fair prices—and a perfect pint after. What makes the cut Northwest—Wild, pure, great value West / Mayo–Sligo–Galway North Coast (NI) — Near the headliners, lower tariffs Southwest—Kerry & Cork value picks Dublin / East Coast alternatives How to build an Ireland “Diamonds” loop Anchor + Orbit: Book one marquee (e.g., County … Read more

Golftrekker & Golf’s Diamonds in the Rough

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Inspired by Loyal “Bud” Chapman’s fantasy holes, I sketched my own: a canyon carry at sunset where one brave swing separates pretenders from pilgrims. I called the character the Golftrekker—a guide for golfers who love discovery as much as score. My job back then was packaging golf travel, and the mission was simple: help players … Read more