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 Trump Re-Opens with New Guest Accommodation & Services

Trump International Golf Links, Scotland re-opens its championship links golf course today for its first full playing season.  To start this year’s golf season, leading golf brands, including Taylor Made, Titleist, Callaway, Vega and Trackman, are providing a free custom fitting service for golfers of all levels and abilities and the first player to achieve a hole in one, off the stated tee on the 13th hole of the championship course will win a new Audi car.

Sarah Malone, Executive Vice President stated:  

 We are thrilled to open the course for our first full playing season and have a wide range of additional services and facilities on offer this year, including professional coaching, corporate and group hospitality packages and guest accommodation.   

We are fortunate to have a number of historic buildings on site which we have carefully restored and upgraded to the highest standard.   

Our lodge guestrooms are perfect for golfers and visitors looking for the ultimate in luxury and comfort.   Set amid mature woodland and boasting all the charm and character of an historic property, our lodge guestrooms are located in the heart of the estate and are available all year round. 

The newly restored lodge building has been transformed into luxury accommodation and now provides 6 lavish guestrooms.  Inside the spacious lodge guestrooms guests will experience the perfect combination of exquisite furnishings and lavish fixtures.  The opulent furniture and fine linens are accessorised with deep reds, rich ochres and gold fabrics.  The rooms also feature large Italian-marble bathrooms with under floor heating, power showers, deep soaking tubs, twin sinks and bespoke vanity units.  Some rooms feature floor to ceiling windows and their own private front door access off a secluded courtyard.  Other amenities include 42” flat-screen plasma, wifi, telephone, Nespresso coffee machine and much more.   

Every detail of the accommodation has been designed to provide the utmost in comfort and indulgence.  The guestrooms are minutes from the championship golf course and also benefit from stunning scenery, and are within easy walking distance of MacLeod House, and the stunning estate ponds and gardens.

The lodge guestrooms can accommodate up to 12 guests, and are available for booking all year round.  Introductory bed and breakfast rates start from £295 per night.  Booking now available on +44 (0) 1358 743300. Details of MacLeod House accommodation and guest services coming soon.

From April 11 to October 31, 2013, the championship golf course, driving range, practice facilities, golf house restaurant and pro shop are open from 6.45am to late.

For more information, please contact:

Trump International Golf Links, Scotland

Menie Estate, Balmedie, Aberdeenshire, Scotland AB23 8YE

T: +44 (0) 1358 743300

NOTES TO EDITORS

April 11, 2013 Opening Day Activities

To start this year’s golf season, leading golf brands, including Taylor Made, Titleist, Callaway, Vega and Trackman, come together to showcase the latest golf products and provide a free custom fitting service for golfers of all levels and abilities.  

Everyone is welcome to drop in, meet the team, experience the facilities, and learn more about the services and packages on offer this season including driving range access and professional coaching.  To mark the first day of the season, Trump International’s 22 acre, two-tiered driving range, is free of charge for all visitors wearing suitable golfing attire.  Trump’s golf professionals and operations team will be available throughout the day to provide advice and tours. 

To celebrate the launch of the season, the first player to achieve a hole in one, off the stated tee on the 13^th hole of the championship course will win a new Audi A5 car.

2013 Rates

•             Professional Golf Coaching from £70

•             Trump Gift Vouchers from £50

•             Driving Range Access from £20

•             Weekday Green Fee £195 per Player

•             Weekend Green Fee £215 per Player

•             Luxury Accommodation from £295 per room per night

20% reduction on Green Fee rates for Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire residents with proof of residence.