Jason Kauflin, a golf tour operator, shares his expertise on traveling to Scotland for golf trips. He explains how he became involved with Scotland through his connection with the Old Course Hotel in St. Andrews, which is owned by the Kohler Corporation. Jason emphasizes the importance of working with a tour operator when planning a trip to Scotland, especially for first-time travelers. He offers itinerary recommendations, books tee times and accommodations, and provides transportation options. Jason also discusses the pros and cons of playing the Old Course and advises against solely focusing on this course when planning a trip. He suggests exploring other regions of Scotland and playing lesser-known courses. Jason provides tips on travel logistics, such as driving on the opposite side of the road, using public transportation, and hiring private shuttles. He also discusses the best times to travel to Scotland, the ideal group size for a golf trip, and the unique experiences and attractions beyond golf that Scotland has to offer. Jason shares packing tips, including layering clothing and bringing multiple pairs of golf shoes. He advises on currency, recommends having physical pounds on hand, and suggests using ATMs for currency exchange. Jason highlights the Scottish breakfast as a must-try culinary experience and mentions other local dishes like haggis and fish and chips. He concludes by explaining how to contact him for golf trip planning and the ideal timeline for booking trips to Scotland and Wisconsin. Keywords Scotland, golf trips, tour operator, Old Course Hotel, Kohler Corporation, itinerary, tee times, accommodations, transportation, playing the Old Course, lesser-known courses, travel logistics, driving, public transportation, private shuttles, best times to travel, group size, attractions, packing tips, currency, Scottish breakfast, culinary experiences, contact information, booking timeline
Takeaways
Working with a tour operator is highly recommended when planning a golf trip to Scotland, especially for first-time travelers. Exploring lesser-known courses and regions of Scotland can provide unique and memorable golf experiences. Consider travel logistics such as driving on the opposite side of the road, using public transportation, or hiring private shuttles. The shoulder seasons (early April, late October) can be great times to visit Scotland, as they offer more availability and potentially better rates. Group sizes of 8-12 are ideal for golf trips, but larger groups can be accommodated with proper planning. Pack layers of clothing, multiple pairs of golf shoes, and consider bringing cash in pounds for convenience. Try the full Scottish breakfast and explore local dishes like haggis and fish and chips. Contact a golf tour operator like Jason Kauflin for expert advice and assistance in planning a golf trip to Scotland or Wisconsin. Start planning Scotland trips about a year in advance, while Wisconsin trips may require two years of advance planning.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:00 The Importance of Working with a Tour Operator
03:48 Playing the Old Course and Other Courses in Scotland
09:45 Exploring Different Regions and Managing Expectations
12:52 Logistics and Travel Considerations
16:40 Best Times to Visit Scotland and Ideal Group Sizes
21:39 Accommodations and Food in Scotland
25:36 Packing Tips and Currency Considerations
29:21 Other Tips and Contact Information
35:04 Closing Remarks and Booking Timeline
