WELCOME TO Firstlight The K Club’s weekly blog where you’ll get an insight to the fantastic golf resort life you could have in glorious Kildare
This week saw Ireland rugby stars Tommy Bowe and Tomás O'Leary play golf for the charity Bothár. More news on how the boys got on next week! Above, the style of luxury homes at Firstlight The K Club, the private resdience club at the K Club
Government’s call to action to boost golf in Ireland!
Golf at Ireland’s official number one golf hotel and spa has been given a major boost of support after the government and tourism board Fáilte Ireland pledged to get behind Irish golf resorts.
Time for glee! Irishman Darren Clarke wins British Open – now Irish golf in the spotlight!
In a media interview this week about the Irish Open, Minister of State for Tourism & Sport, Michael Ring, encouraged Irish hoteliers to join force in putting their “best foot forward” to ensure tourists return to our “unique destination”.
He said: “We want Ireland to be portrayed in the best positive light to visitors, media and participating golfers during the Irish Open [in Killarney, July 28th-31st], underlining this country’s deserved reputation as a unique holiday destination that leaves visitors with many wonderful memories and a desire to return.”
New ad campaign for golf in Ireland
“What is it with Ireland and the Majors?” asks the new print, TV and radio ad campaign from tourism board Fáilte Ireland.
Launching with iconic images of Irish golf legends, including Rory McIlory and Darren Clarke ahead of the Irish Open, head of golf at Fáilte Ireland, Keith McCormack, said: “Darren’s success at the British Open has firmly kept the island of Ireland at the centre of the global golfing map.
'What is it with Ireland and the Masters?' asks the latest ad from Fáilte Ireland as we welcome the Irish Open back next weekend
“It was something that had to be celebrated in the run-up to the Irish Open. There is a great buzz and curiosity about golf at home and abroad right now and the campaign plays on the tremendous success of our golfers in recent years.
McCormack: “The obvious question is, what is it about this island that produces such greatness?”
Pledge to golf tourism from the home of the 2006 Ryder Cup
Here at The K Club – and our private residence club Firstlight The K Club –we’re 100% committed to making your golf holiday in Kildare an unforgettable experience.
Both our five star customer service and wonderful facilities set in 550 acres of beautiful countryside has earned us the AA Ireland’s Hotel of the Year. In 2010, Firstlight The K Club was also the No1 golf development in Europe and Ireland at awards supported by Bloomberg Television. And in 2011 the readers of fractional ownership magazine Perspective made us the number one resort!
We’ve had the TV cameras at Firstlight The K Club!
Popular US reality TV series Big Break Challenge has just finished being filmed here at The K Club – and all the contestants and staff stayed with us here at Firstlight The K Club! Watch this space for news of when the first episode kicks off on the Golf Channel in the autumn – the winners get to play with their golf heroes!
You’ll be able to follow 12 contestants who battle it out on both our Arnold Palmer and Smurfit courses for the chance to win two tournament exemptions – they represent events on the LPGA Tour, European tour, and the Ladies European Tour.
Design is handcrafted by Irish and Italian talent in all Firstlight homes - yours to purchase in fractions from €49,900
Here at Firstlight The K Club we’re so excited about this. We hosted all the staff and contestants here [see beautiful designer interiors left], so the TV series will also showcase our beautiful course here in Kildare. The 16th series of Big Break is also held with support from Fáilte Ireland, or Irish Tourism.
Joe Byrne, executive vice president of Irish Tourism’s US office, said: “We believe it is extremely important for golf viewers to experience for themselves the unique nature of a golf vacation to Ireland, and we hope that the Big Break will whet their appetites and encourage many golfers from the US to include Ireland in their travel plans for 2011 and beyond.”
Michael Davern, CEO of The K Club, said: “It was wonderful to have been chosen as the host venue for this show which will be seen by millions of viewers. Both of our championship courses offer players completely contrasting golfing experiences, which challenge and excite players the world over.”
Well I hope you’ve enjoyed this week’s blog – it’s only one week to go for the Irish Open in Killarney and I for one will be glued to the TV!
Catherine Monaghan
Project director, Firstlight The K Club
About Firstlight The K Club
Fishing along one mile of the River Liffey that runs through this glorious estate is just one of the many country pursuits that await you at Firstlight The K Club in Kildare
From as little as €49,900 you could live here at Firstlight The K Club – set within the grounds of this history country resort – for three glorious weeks per year. We guarantee the best golf holiday you’ll have as a fractional homeowner in Kildare.
- Five-star concierge service prior to and during your stays
- Membership to two legendary Arnold Palmer golf courses
- Golf lessons for adults and children at The Michael Dixon School of Golf
- Homes serviced by the five-star K Club Hotel
- Optional chauffeur transfers to/from Dublin airport (30 minutes away)
- Membership of a destination club with access to over 50 premier resorts worldwide.
Our sales office is open any time you wish to pop by while you’re at the K Club –or book a special-rate Discovery Package and we’ll look after you, give you a tour and welcome you every year at your holiday home here at the K Club!
Talk to our friendly sales staff and discover the five-star lifestyle at The K Club you could enjoy at a fraction of the price of a luxury holiday home. Call +353 1 6107111 to arrange your Discovery Trip to Firstlight The K Club.
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