Fairways and FunDays, Ireland’s leading golf tour operator, has once again been recognised on the global stage, winning the title of “World’s Best Golf Tour Operator” for the second consecutive year at the prestigious World Golf Awards.
This marks the first time any company has won this award on two occasions, surpassing some of the biggest names in global golf tourism.
The awards, which celebrate excellence in golf tourism worldwide, saw Fairways and FunDays triumph over some of the most established names in the industry – a testament to the company’s unrivalled passion for showcasing Ireland as the ultimate golf destination.
Founded in 2014, Fairways and FunDays has redefined how visitors experience golf in Ireland. The company offers fully customised golf and sightseeing vacations, combining world-class courses with the very best of Ireland “off the fairways.” This latest win follows nine consecutive titles as Ireland’s Best Golf Tour Operator, further cementing Fairways and FunDays’ reputation as the leading expert in golf travel.
“To be named the World’s Best Golf Tour Operator for the second-year running is an extraordinary honour,” said Joe O’Carroll, Director of Fairways and FunDays.
“This recognition reflects the incredible dedication of our talented team, the strong partnerships we’ve built across Ireland, and our shared passion for delivering life-changing experiences to golfers and non-golfers alike. The award also highlights Ireland’s continued strength as the world’s premier golf destination.
“Being named alongside icons like Ernie Els, Jack Nicklaus, and Tiger Woods, as well as renowned venues like St Andrews, Turnberry, and Shinnecock Hills and top equipment brands such as Titleist, Callaway, and Taylormade, is truly special. We owe a debt of gratitude to all of our suppliers and partners in the industry, who work tirelessly to deliver a special service to our clients. A big thank you also to all of our clients who not only honour us with their repeat business and referrals, but who also voted for us.”
“Every trip we create is a celebration of Ireland,” said Peter Lawrie, Director of Golf at Fairways and FunDays and former European Tour player.
“Our goal has always been to give every client an unforgettable experience in the country we love — both on and off the course. Ireland is the sole destination we offer at Fairways and FunDays. This award reflects not only our dedication to providing the best golf vacation experience but also the exceptional quality of golf in Ireland. We dedicate this award to the incredible people and businesses in Ireland’s golf and hospitality industries. We also extend our gratitude to Tourism Ireland and Fáilte Ireland for their invaluable support.”
Martin Donnelly, Manager – Product Sales and Distribution, Fáilte Ireland, said: “On behalf of Fáilte Ireland, I want to congratulate the entire team at Fairways and FunDays on retaining this ‘World’s Best Golf Tour Operator’ award in 2025. An amazing achievement to be awarded with such a prestigious award in 2024, but to retain it, is a testament to the exceptionally high standards the entire team have established and continue to deliver every day for their customers and the Irish golf tourism industry. Their hard work has been recognised again through this award and we are delighted for the entire Fairways and FunDays team.”
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