Jason Kauflin From Scottish Golf Trips shares golf tips and trip ideas to Aberdeen, Scotland.
* Top Courses and Location Insights: Aberdeen, the third largest city in Scotland, lies about 1.5 hours north of St Andrews and hosts iconic courses like Cruden Bay, Royal Aberdeen, and Trump International—all ranked in the world’s top 100.
* Travel and Access: The city is well connected via a major airport and makes an excellent base for golfers, whether for a first or return visit to Scotland.
* Stay and City Vibes: Downtown Aberdeen is lively with bars and restaurants; options like Chester Hotel provide upscale lodging. Outer hotels near the bypass cater to those who prefer quick course access.
* Beyond the Big Three: Courses like Murcar Links, Fraserburgh and Peterhead offer variety and are conveniently located, with eight solid courses mentioned.
*Expertise and Resources: Jason, from Milwaukee, brings extensive experience planning Scottish golf trips. He now operates scottishgolftrips.com to guide golfers visiting Aberdeen.
Insights Based on Numbers
* 8 recommended courses around Aberdeen provide ample variety.
* 1.5 to 2.5 hours is the travel time from St Andrews to Aberdeen, feasible for day trips or short stays.
* 3 world renowned golf course in the Top 100 International Rankings
