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Time to play at the 3 Irish Open! Festival Fever is set to descend on Killarney this summer as the 3 Irish Open, supported by Failte Ireland, returns to the Kingdom
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ll roads lead to Killarney this July and August as the 3 Irish Open returns to the Killarney Golf and Fishing Club. Teeing-off from 29th July until 1st August, this terrific golf tournament will showcase some of the world’s greatest golfers, as well as the very best of Killarney, in a week of festivities the whole family will enjoy. Killarney will be transformed into a hub of family fun and activities, as this picturesque Kerry town aims to become the number one family destination this summer. Key to this is the annual Killarney Summerfest 2010 (www.killarney summerfest.com), which has broken with tradition and changed its dates to coincide with this year’s 3 Irish Open, bringing with it a host of great entertainment and an electric atmosphere, the likes of which Killarney has never seen before! There are thousands of visitors expected in Killarney over the course of the tournament – 80,000 to be exact – all hoping to catch a glimpse of some world-class national and international golfing superstars. And with so
the competition is sure to be fierce. Ireland’s southwest region is home to an abundance of magnificent courses that guarantee a great day’s golf for players of all abilities. None more so than the Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, whose rich golfing heritage has seen players teeing-off on its natural lakeside courses since the 19th century. With the lakes of Killarney providing a centrepiece and the MacGillycuddy Reeks, Ireland’s highest mountain range, overlooking the courses, Killarney Golf and Fishing Club makes for the ultimate golfing experience. The Killeen course, the jewel
Cheer on some of golf’s greatest players as they tee-off in Killarney this July much going on in the leadup to and during the tournament itself, Killarney is certainly the place to be this July.
SEE THE WORLD’S GREATEST GOLFERS
As some of the world’s best golfers are set to descend on Killarney this July, this year’s Irish Open promises to be a fantastic golf tournament. Ireland is sure
to be well represented at this year’s tournament with such golfing greats as Padraig Harrington, Rory McIlroy and this year’s U.S. Open winner Graeme McDowell all hoping to take home some of the €3 million prize fund. And as many European golfers are still hoping to stake their claim on a muchsought-after place on the European Ryder Cup team,
The 10th hole on the Killeen Course at Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, venue for the 3 Irish Open in its crown, is the venue for this year’s 3 Irish Open. Combining fast greens with water hazards at virtually every hole, accuracy is vital on this challenging championship course, where even the smallest of errors is cruelly punished. Meanwhile, spectators are sure to enjoy the spectacular lakeside views where the par 3, 10th hole sees golfers virtually playing onto the lake!
final day of the 3 Irish Open, this year’s Killarney Summerfest promises to be the most exciting street festival to date. With live music, street entertainment provided by top international street performers and magicians, outdoor pursuits, majestic themed trips on the lakes of Killarney, an extensive programme of kids’ arts and creativity workshops and much, much more, this eclectic FESTIVAL FEVER festival is guaranteed to Kicking off on July 24th capture the imaginand continuing until the ation of its audience, no matter what age they might be. And after enjoying a host of fun-filled daytime activities (many of which are free), plus all the incredible action on the golf course, the festivities are set to continue into the night with entertainment planned from 6pm to 10pm each evening on the t us – 1 Aug streets of fest – 24 July rney Summer lla Ki at n fu Killarney. e Join in th
WHY NOT MAKE A WEEK OF IT?
Trip Advisor recently nominated Kerry as a top activity destination in Ireland and the UK, so you and your family can be assured of a fun-filled, action-packed break when you holiday in the Kingdom. With acitvities galore by day and great craic by night, there is something for everyone in this fantastic region. Stay in the comfort of one of Killarney’s many great hotels, all offering
excellent quality, service and value. Or, for something less formal, why not stay at one of the many warm and welcoming guesthouses in the area? Self-catering accommodation provides the perfect base for families, while B&Bs are another great value option. So what are you waiting for? Make Killarney your one-stop destination this July and celebrate the world’s best golfers at one of Ireland’s premier locations. It’s time to play!
For further details of the 3 Irish Open, a full festival programme, information on how to purchase tickets and a list of great special offers available during this must-see event, visit
www.discoverireland.ie/golf