Scotland offers great golf deals



If you've never palyed gold in
Scotland, then you've never played golf!

 Scotland, the home of golf, is showcasing its legendary courses with a program called "Drive it Home" that offers some fabulous stay and play deals, especially in the off season.

Example: You can play Gleneagles, site of the 2014 Ryder Cup, in March and stay one night at its cozy B&B for just $275 Cdn - that's about half off the regular price.

If you've never played golf in Scotland, then you've never played golf.

Gleneagles is one of the premier places to play the game - its three courses, Centenary, King's Course or The Queen's, are rated among the best in the world.That old Scot Jack Nicklaus designed the PGA Centenary course, where the Ryder Cup will be played.

Other examples of what's being offered by Scotland's great tourism agency, VisitScotland, in this "Drive it Home" promotion include:

Fairmont St Andrews, Fife: Situated on the Fife coastline, Fairmont St Andrews offers panoramic views across the Tay and the surrounding golf courses. The spa facilities and regular shuttle bus to the centre of town make this an ideal golf break. Two championship courses are available, the Sam Torrance designed Torrance Course and the Kittocks. During March, April, October, November and December enjoy 1 night B&B and 1 round of golf for two for $315 Cdn.

Mar Hall, Glasgow: Located just 10 minutes from Glasgow airport, Mar Hall is a five star hotel offering fine dining, spa treatments and the par 70 Earl of Mar golf course. Spectacular views over the River Clyde and a host of strategically placed bunkers make this a great course for all levels of golfer. From March until end of May stay and play Mar Hall for $190.

Macdonald Marine Hotel, Scottish Borders: The Macdonald Marine Hotel & Spa in North Berwick is renowned for its beautiful coastal location and glorious 19th century Victorian architecture. Located at the heart of East Lothian's golfing coast, the hotel features 83 rooms, superb dining and a state of the art spa. On offer for $350 is one night's B&B and 2 rounds of golf on the West Links (North Berwick) and Gullane No. 1.

Meldrum House Hotel, Aberdeenshire: Set amidst beautiful countryside only a few miles from Aberdeen, the 4 Star Meldrum House Country Hotel and Golf Course offers unrivalled quality and is one of the finest luxury hotels Scotland has to offer. Meldrum boasts a world-class golf academy and teaching centre and the course is one of only a few in Scotland measuring over 7,000 yards. Throughout the year, based on two people sharing a twin or double room, 2 nights in an Executive Room, including dinner and breakfast, a round of golf at Cruden Bay, Murcar Links and Meldrum House will cost $465 per person.