Terms, Conditions, & Points to Remember

To arrange a golf trip: call 763-245-4710, or Contact Us.If you get a recording, we are probably golfing, but we willget back to you promptly when we return.

Book Early: There can be tremendous pressureon certain courses, especially at certain times of the year,thus it is very important planning as much as a year beforeyour projected departure date (in the case of St. Andrews,18 months).

Deposit Schedule: When creating custom-designedpackages, as soon as G&MG receives a $400 per person deposit(in some circumstances, due to heavily booked destinations,a larger deposit may may be required), we will immediatelybegin designing your golf adventure. The balance is due 75days prior to your scheduled departure.

Cancellations: Please notify G&MG inwriting if you are forced to cancel. Cancellation chargeswill include all deposits lost to courses and lodging, plusa $100 handling fee. If any trip is cancelled by G&MG,all deposits and payments will be refunded in full.

Tour costs: Tour costs cannot be guaranteeduntil payment is received by G&MG. G&MG reserves theright to adjust its rates if foreign exchange rates fluctuateor other unforeseen circumstances arise. Typically the tourprice includes only guaranteed tee times and golf fees, lodging(with full breakfast included) and land transportation (autohire or coach-driver). All other charges, unless specifiedin the itinerary, are not included in the tour. Airline transportationcan be arranged by G&MG but airline prices cannot be guaranteeduntil ticketed, and frequent flyer upgrades cannot be arranged.

Maneuveringpast a truck on the narrowest of narrow roads, with45 minutes to go eight miles... did we make ournext tee time on time??

Transportation: If you are ordering a self-drivecar or mini-bus, for safety reasons G&MG reserves automatictransmission vehicles (left-side drive, you know), unlessyou specifically request a manual transmission. Rental cardrivers must be 21 years of age or older, and a supplementalcharge may be required at the airport for additional drivers.The normal maximum age for drivers is 70 years, although extensionsto 75 can sometimes be obtained. G&MG rental cars includeStandard Insurance. Car rental rates do not include gasoline.

With groups comprised of at least 8 persons or more, thebest way to enjoy your trip is for G&MG to arrange a coach(minibus or bus) and a driver/guide. If at all possible, leavethe driving to an expert who does not white-knuckle over leftside drive, roundabouts and narrow roads. And, most importantly,he knows how long it takes to get from point A to point B.

Accommodations: Accommodations are bookedon a twin bed basis (two single beds in a room) with a privatebath, unless a room with a double bed is specifically requested.Guests can always request upgraded rooms, suites at an additionalcost. Should a specific hotel be unavailable, a same-standard,alternative hotel will be arranged.

Travel Insurance: G&MG strongly recommendsyou take out travel insurance in the event of personal injury,forced cancellation, lost luggage or illness, none of whichis in the control of G&MG. If you choose not to purchasetravel insurance, you must sign an Insurance Waiver Form.Without this signed form your reservation cannot be confirmed.

Passport: Be sure everything is in orderwith your passport. And remember, your passport name and thename on your airline ticket must be the same.

Tour Documentation: No later than 3 weeksprior to departure, G&MG will provide the lead golferpre-paid vouchers to cover golf, lodging and transportation,as well as any other information relevant to your itinerary.
Restaurants, sightseeing, shopping, special events: G&MGcan offer a number of recommendations for any trip you mightarrange to either Scotland or Ireland.

Caddies and Carts: G&MG will gladlyorder caddies for you but they cannot always be guaranteed;it is recommended you call the course prior to arrival tore-confirm the availability of the caddies. Payment for thecaddy is made directly to the caddy or the club. Sturdy pullcarts are almost always available, but they can be cumbersome...best to bring a bungee cord to secure your bag to the cart.Most of the links courses do not allow motorized carts, butsome of the parkland and resort courses have a limited supply.

Spikes: Soft spikes!

Golf Handicaps: Many courses no longer ask,but, in the event you are asked, you should be prepared topresent an official handicap card and a letter of recommendationfrom your home golf professional. Golf handicap limits are24 for men and 36 for women.

Money: ATMs are readily available and willaccept American cards. Banks offer the best rate of exchangefor travelers checks or cash. The exchange rate for purchasesmade with major credit cards is generally very reasonable.

When to go: It depends. Weather can be veryseasonable in late April or May and prices lower than thesummer months, but the courses may not be in the “nik”of condition. And what about activities and events other thangolf? Check with G&MG for suggestions.

Non-Golfers: G&MG welcomes those understandingrelatives or friends of hopelessly addicted golfers. We canoffer superb sightseeing and a range of activities to meetthe needs of non-golfers.

Changes: An administrative fee of $25 perperson will be charged for requested changes after deposithas been received and confirmation forwarded. No changes canbe made less than 60 days prior to departure.

Refunds: No refunds can be made for anyunused portions of the trip. If for any reason you are unableto play any particular course, please contact that coursedirectly.

Responsibility: G&MG acts solely asan independent contractor for the actual suppliers of transportation,golf-related activities and accommodations. G&MG doesnot assume any responsibility from any expense, loss, causeof action, any claim, injury, or damage that participant mayincur relating to the failure by any third party (golf course,lodging, transportation, or airline) to perform its obligationto provide goods, services, or accommodations; the willfulmisconduct or negligence of any third party in connectionwith the performance of its obligation to provide goods, accommodationsor services; or any act of God, Civil War, disturbance, conflict,strike, theft, governmental action or any other event or actionnot within the control of G&MG.