by PerryGolf Staff on December 19, 2010
Celtic Manor, the host venue for the 2010 Ryder Cup, was named the Golf Resort of the Year by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO). In being awarded with this highly regarded title, the resort follows in the footsteps of world renowned properties such as San Lorenzo in Portugal and The Turnberry Resort in Scotland. Before casting their votes, members of IAGTO were urged to take the following elements into consideration; service and facilities, maintenance and aesthetics of the course, customer satisfaction and value for money. I can speak from experience having attended the Ryder Cup Matches and I cannot say enough about the golf course as it was exposed to some brutal weather. The fact that the course was even playable was a minor miracle! Unfortunately I could not get access to the hotel, but I have had feedback from clients in the past and the property comes highly recommended. Click here for more information.
by PerryGolf Staff on November 18, 2010
Following the Ryder Cup this year, Welsh golf is now firmly on the map. At PerryGolf we have been putting together trips to this area for many years and feel that it has a lot to offer our clients.
When considering a stay in Wales I would advise looking at the Castle Cottages in Harlech as a great option of accommodation. The welcome you will receive in the Cottages is the same as you are likely to receive all over Wales…warm and friendly.
Castle Cottages Harlech
by Gordon Dalgleish on October 25, 2010
It is hard to believe almost one month has passed since the wonderful drama at Celtic Manor. Many people may not have forgotten the unfortunate rain of Friday and Saturday but the Monday finish was so dramatic that it will forever record these Matches as one of the best. Jim Frank offers his thoughts on both Celtic Manor and Wales as a golf destination;
Ryder Cup Teems: Reflections In The Rain
James A. FrankTheAPosition
by Gordon Dalgleish on October 4, 2010
The mystique of the Ryder Cup continues to grow thanks to another exciting event. From a television vantage point at least the Matches appear to have been played in the spirit in which intended with sportsmanship displayed by members of both sides. The crowd, while clearly favoring the home team, were respectful to all of the players.
The course design looked ideal for the Matches. The closing hotels, fifteen onwards were terrific match play venues.
by Gordon Dalgleish on September 21, 2010
Wales Is a Ryder Cup Lock
Timothy NolanTheAPosition
What we’re going to see come October 1 is a golf-rich country hosting a riveting championship on a generally lousy golf course redeemed by a most clever finish.
There is nothing of Welsh-flavored golf at the The 2010 Course, a glorified patch job engineered for the Ryder Cup. Fourteen holes of dead-flat slogging through the rather aptly named Valley of Usk lead to some thumping good …
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by Gordon Dalgleish on September 11, 2010
Golf is inherently not a team sport but the Ryder Cup with it national pride and good natured bantering is an event like no other (including the President’s Cup). Regardless of whom Pavin picked, his selections would be scrutinized and disceted. One thing we know, it will be fabulous entertainment whether at the event in an electric atmosphere or on television;
Pavin’s Prudent Picks
David BarrettTheAPosition
U.S. captain Corey Pavin said that he didn’t really think too much about his captain’s picks until the end. If he’s telling the truth, that was a good move.
About a month ago, Pavin could have driven himself crazy thinking about the possibilities. Tiger Woods had turned in such an awful performance at the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational that he not only looked unlikely to make the …
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