Planning a golf trip to Ireland means balancing great links with sensible logistics: choose a city base that keeps travel time to top courses manageable, offers reliable transport links, and provides comfortable rooms to rest between rounds. Belfast is an excellent hub for exploring Northern Ireland’s world-class links, while also giving access to city restaurants, gear shops and transport connections to coastal courses. When booking, prioritise flexible arrival times, secure storage or drying for wet gear, and accommodation that can advise on transfers and local tee times. Pack layered waterproofs, spiked shoes, and a rain hood — Irish weather changes fast. Aim to schedule practice and warm-up time, and leave a buffer for travel between inland and coastal venues to make the most of each day on the course.