IGTM Discovery Podcast

The Boom in Golf Travel: Why Players Keep Coming Back

Thu, 14 May 2026 13:26:25 GMT

In this episode of the IGTM Discovery Podcast, we sit down with golf travel expert Daniel Jones of Haversham and Baker to explore the continued boom in golf tourism and why today’s golfers are chasing far more than just tee times.

From bucket-list trips to St Andrews and Royal Troon, to the hidden gems that often leave the biggest impression, Daniel shares insights from over a decade in the golf travel industry. The conversation dives into the rise of experience-led travel, the growing influence of social media on golf tourism, and why authenticity matters more than ever for travelling golfers.

We also discuss:

Why golf travel demand continues to grow post-pandemic
The appeal of links golf and the Open Championship rota
How off-course experiences shape modern golf trips
Why lesser-known courses are becoming traveller favourites
The realities of rising green fees and long booking windows
How destinations across Scotland, Ireland, England and Wales are evolving

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Inside Golf Course Rankings: Process, Politics, and Practical Value

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT

In this episode of the IGTM Discovery Podcast, host Tom Irwin sits down with NCG Top 100s chairman Dan Murphy for a deep dive into the world of golf course rankings. From how ranking panels are built and courses are assessed, to the realities of access, bias, and industry perception, Dan offers a transparent look at what really goes into the lists that shape global golf tourism. The conversation also explores how clubs and resorts can engage more effectively with rankings and why integrity, context, and timing matter more than ever.

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How PGA Branded Properties Are Shaping Golf’s Commercial Future

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:23:59 GMT

Episode two of the IGTM Discovery Podcast explores how trusted brands, global standards and new commercial thinking are helping shape the next chapter of golf.

Host Tom Irwin sits down with Duncan Rougvie of PGA Branded Properties where the conversation moves into the commercial opportunities shaping the wider golf industry today.

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Introducing IGTM Discovery: A Major Step Forward For The Golf Industry

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 12:13:31 GMT

In the first episode of the IGTM Discovery Podcast, host Tom Irwin is joined by Fiona Ashton, Show Manager of IGTM, to introduce IGTM Discovery and explain why it represents a major step forward for the golf industry.

Recorded live from the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando during The PGA Show, the conversation explores how golf travel, equipment, apparel, technology and golf operations are becoming increasingly connected and why the time is right to bring them together under one roof.

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