Scotland Championship Golf Experience

The birthplace of golf and the British Open Championship, Scotland is many golfers' dream golf vacation destination. The most popular and famous are the links courses that have evolved on sandy coastal strips which, centuries ago, were beneath the sea. Here nature is the architect, the course being fashioned out of the natural terrain rather than having design imposed upon it. All about you, there is an overwhelming atmosphere of history knowing you are walking in the footsteps of the greats who made golf the game it is today. Remember, you can ALWAYS extend your trip for a longer stay.

This Experience Includes:

• 1 round of golf for 2 on Carnoustie Golf Links Championship Course

• 1 round of golf for 2 on Fairmont St Andrews Torrance Golf Course

• 4-night stay in a standard Fairmont room at the Fairmont St Andrews Resort

• Daily full Scottish breakfast for 2

• 5-day rental of a mid-size car with automatic transmission

• Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 from the 48 contiguous U.S. to Edinburgh, Scotland

Carnoustie Golf Links (Angus, Scotland)

Enjoy one round of golf for 2 on Carnousties Championship Course. Carnoustie is located north of St Andrews, across the Firth of Tay, in the east of Scotland. Situated in the town of Carnoustie, Angus, the links are ranked as one of the most difficult of all the Open Championship venues with player records dating back to 1527 -- even before the game reached St Andrews. In 1953, Ben Hogan came here to play in his only British Open Championship. Its historic Championship golf course has hosted the Open Championship seven times, the Senior British Open in 2010, and most recently the Womens British Open in 2011. Carnoustie is approximately 27 miles (55 minutes) by car from St Andrews.

Fairmont St Andrews / The Torrance Course

Enjoy one round of golf for 2 on the Torrance Course. Fairmont St Andrews, situated in the "Home of Golf", is proud to be recognized as one of the top resorts in the world - voted 18th in the World's Top Golf Resorts by Conde Nast Traveler readers' poll, voted as number 22 of the World's 50 Best Golf Hotels by the Golf Digest Awards, and 20th Best Modern Course (Great Britain and Ireland) by Golf Week. Originally designed by Sam Torrance, the Torrance Course is now re-designed with eight new holes and classic Scottish revetted bunkering throughout Scottish style links design. This course is a test for all levels from tour professionals to amateur golfers. With beautiful sea views and intricate USGA greens, the Torrance Course is one of Scotlands finest. (7,230 Yards/Par 72)

Fairmont St Andrews Resort (Scotland)

Enjoy a 4-night stay in a standard Fairmont room including daily breakfast for 2 at this 5-star property, set on a 520-acre estate with a unique coastal setting. Fairmont St Andrews is the premier destination in Scotland. Sitting on the summit of a spectacular formation, the hotel and its two championship golf courses have breathtaking panoramic views of the Tay Estuary, the North Sea and the medieval skyline of St Andrews.

Fairmont St Andrews was recently awarded Resort Hotel of the Year by Golf Tourism Scotland and chosen as an Expedia Insiders' Select Hotel as one of the World's Top 1% of hotels. Spacious, elegantly-decorated guest rooms offer a modern bathroom with a heated bathroom floor, separate walk-in shower and bathtub. The latest in room amenities include satellite TV, dual phone lines, HSIA connection and US/UK compatible outlets, refreshment center, plush bathrobes, and tea and coffee-making facilities.

Rental Car

Enjoy a 5-day mid-size rental car with automatic transmission. Pick up and return at Edinburgh International Airport (includes VAT, collision damage waiver insurance, theft protection insurance, and unlimited mileage). Additional insurance, if desired, and fuel are the responsibility of the purchaser. Driver must be at least 25 years of age.

Airfare

This package includes round-trip coach class service for two from any major metropolitan airport in the 48 contiguous United States to Edinburgh, Scotland, subject to availability.

Airfare must be booked within one year from the date of purchase. Airfare taxes and a $25 per person processing fee are the responsibility of the purchaser. Blackout dates: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s weeks.

Winspire Booking & Concierge Service Winspire provides a team of seasoned travel professionals who will help you redeem your experience. All travel related details and reservations are handled for every part of your Winspire experience. Operating as a full-service travel agency, Winspire can assist with extra hotel nights, airfare upgrades, and additional guests. This service also provides you with an established network of onsite contacts who can help you book additional experiences, activities and tours.Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Packages cannot be resold. Ground transportation is not included unless where specified.

• ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
• Business and First Class upgrades are available at the time of booking for an additional fee. Use of frequent flyer miles for upgrades is dependent on specific ticket restrictions as determined by the airline’s frequent flyer program.
• Airfare This package includes round-trip coach class service for two from any major metropolitan airport in the 48 contiguous United States to Edinburgh, Scotland, subject to availability.
• The resorts six restaurants and lounges offer the best in Scottish dining and gastronomic delights. The Fairmont St Andrews Spa's luxurious treatment rooms offer a range of locally-themed massages, facial and relaxation therapies. Additional resort amenities include a state-of-the-art health club with indoor swimming pool, sauna, and Jacuzzi, as well as a complimentary daily shuttle bus into the town of St Andrews.
• Fairmont St Andrews Resort (Scotland) Enjoy a 4-night stay in a standard Fairmont room including daily breakfast for 2 at this 5-star property, set on a 520-acre estate with a unique coastal setting. Fairmont St Andrews is the premier destination in Scotland. Sitting on the summit of a spectacular formation, the hotel and its two championship golf courses have breathtaking panoramic views of the Tay Estuary, the North Sea and the medieval skyline of St Andrews.
• The Championship Course - A Monster or the Beast are terms most associated with the Carnoustie Golf Links Championship Course, nearly universally acknowledged as the most difficult course in Scotland. Prior to the 1937 Open Championship, the final three holes were redesigned by James Wright, who produced what has come to be regarded as the toughest finishing stretch in golf. The Carnoustie Championship Course is now in the finest condition it has ever been. Not only does it offer the ultimate challenge to every golfer but it provides a playing quality second to none. (6,941 Yards/Par 72) Note: Players must be at least 14 years of age.
• The birthplace of golf and the British Open Championship, Scotland is many golfers' dream golf vacation destination. The most popular and famous are the links courses that have evolved on sandy coastal strips which, centuries ago, were beneath the sea. Here nature is the architect, the course being fashioned out of the natural terrain rather than having design imposed upon it. All about you, there is an overwhelming atmosphere of history knowing you are walking in the footsteps of the greats who made golf the game it is today.