Happy Thanksgiving!

In 1621 the inhabitants of the Plymouth settlement and the Wampanoag Indians sat down for a feast to celebrate the autumn harvest.  In 1817, New York became the first of many states to officially adopt a thanksgiving day (the parades started much later!).  242 years later, at the height of the Civil War in 1863, President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a national day of Thanksgiving would be observed each November.  In 1941 FDR signed a bill stating that the National Holiday of Thanksgiving would be celebrated on the 4th Thursday of November (reversing an order he established in 1939 that moved the day up a week to spur retail sales and returning to the original date established by Lincoln).

Since then Thanksgiving has become a holiday that many in the United States count among their favorites because it is about family coming together to celebrate all that we have to be thankful for in our lives.  Many people are driving home, others are slogging through airports and train stations to get home.  Others still are taking their families and flying off on vacations to take a break from the traditional Thanksgiving celebrations.

Regardless of where your travels take you, we at Sceptre Tours wish all a safe and happy journey, a joyous Thanksgiving day and a safe return trip back.  Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

Greens & Gimmies Golf Tours with Sceptre Tours

If Golfing's your game, then Scepter Tours is your number source for the most climactic and beautiful golf tours you will ever experience in Ireland and Scotland. The first part of the trip will challenge you as you try to conquer the courses of Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, Tralee (Arnold Palmer's first course design in Europe), and Ballybunion Golf Club, considered one of the top courses in the world. After three nights in Killarney, head northeast to Dublin, and check into the Davenport Hotel. Enjoy a two-night stay in Dublin and 18 holes at the Portmarnock Golf Club, host of the 2003 Irish Open.

After Dublin, fly to Glasgow, making your way to the five-star Estin Turnberry, on the beautiful Atlantic coast for two nights. Enjoy a round of golf on the Ailsa Course at Turnbury where Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson engaged in an epic battle in the 1977 British Open. Next, play Prestwick Golf Club, which will always be remembered as the birthplace of the Open and has hosted 24 in all. Then head east to Edinburgh and check into the Balmoral Hotel. Enjoy your rounds at Gullane #1 and North Berwick. On to St. Andrews and the Fairmont Hotel, where you'll play Kingbarns and the New Course at St. Andrews. This challenging and spectacular combination of courses will fulfill your ultimate golf vacation fantasies.


Also included in the pacakage are:

Accommodations

3 nights, Killarney Plaza, Kerry
2 nights, Davenport Hotel, Dublin
2 nights, Westin Turnberry Hotel, Ayrshire
3 nights, Balmoral Hotel, Edinburgh
2 nights, Fairmont Hotel, St. Andrews

Transportation:

Weekly standard shift car rental or upgrade to chauffeur

Other Inclusions:

9 rounds of golf at Ballybunion Golf Club; Killarney Kileen; Portmarnock Golf Club; Turnberry Golf Club; Prestwick Golf Club; Gullane No 1 Course; North Berwick Golf Course; St. Andrews New Course; Duke Course or Kingsbarns Golf Club; St. Andrews (Old Course-Ballot)
Full Irish & Scottish breakfast daily.

Experience the game of golf like you never have before! Challenge yourself to some of the most difficult courses in the world while experiencing the majestic beauty Ireland has to offer! Make memories with friends and family that will last you a lifetime! Choose Sceptre Tours for your golfing vacations!

Ireland Resort Package!

Experience one of Europe's Top Resorts including airfare, car rental and six nights in a private villa at award winning 5* Adare Manor Resort. Located in the village of Adare (one of Ireland's "Prettiest Villages"), this is an idyllic base for friends and family to explore the west of Ireland from the Blarney Castle to the Cliffs of Moher. Spend your days traveling to Limerick, Bunratty, Galway, Killarney all within a short drive. Make sure to spend some time relaxing at Adare Manor Resort and enjoy a "Traditional Afternoon Tea" in the Drawing Room like true royalty.

Afternoon Tea Special - What better way to feel like true royalty then enjoying a Traditional Afternoon Tea with family and friends in the stunning surroundings of Adare Manor? The complimentary promotion has sold out but this experience is still available for only $39!

Business Class Special - Fly in style by upgrading to Business Class from only $499 additional each way on Aer Lingus. Call concierge at 800-221-0924 to book Business Class

Available Dates & Base Rate

Travel Date: NY-JFK Boston Chicago
Jan 7 - Mar 10: $499 $519 $549
Mar 11 - Apr 30: $599 $619 $649
May 1 - Jun 15: $749 $769 $799
Jun 16- Aug 23: $949 $969 $999

Just imagine the perfect time you could be spending with Sceptre Tours in Ireland! Ireland is a country known for it's rich history, beautiful landscapes, and deep culture! Come visit the land of saints and scholars and start making memories that will last a lifetime!

The Sceptre Tours Advantage

Looking for a fascinating way to visit and explore Ireland and Scotland? Then look no further than with Sceptre Tours! The people at Sceptre Tours know that every traveler is looking for the best possible deals these days - and there are hundreds to choose from! By making your reservation with Sceptre Tours either on-line or through our concierge service, be assured you have received just that - a quality vacation at substantial savings.

Once you have completed your booking with Sceptre Tours, we offer you the personalized services of a professional travel agent, one of our Emerald Partners are specifically selected travel professionals who have committed to promoting Ireland as a travel destination. Our Emerald Partners can offer you expert destination advice and provide you with great suggestions on where to wine and dine, shop and sightsee.

Sceptre Tours offers you value and great service! You will be making wonderful memories with friends or family, something that you can't put a price on. Visit Sceptre Tours today and see everything they have to offer!