New Year 2026: Your Best Year Yet to Visit Northern Ireland with Executive Travel NI

As the calendar turns to 2026, it brings a year full of promise, discovery and unforgettable experiences. Northern Ireland has firmly established itself as one of the world’s most compelling travel destinations, whether you are planning a luxury coach tour, a Northern Ireland golf tour, or a carefully balanced combination of both we can help plan your trip, or work with your travel agent to provide Executive Transport while your visiting our wee corner of the world.

At Executive Travel NI, we are ready to help make 2026 the year you rediscover the joy of travel, connect with iconic landscapes and culture, and tee off on some of the most celebrated golf courses on the planet, all delivered with comfort, professionalism and genuine local expertise.

Why Northern Ireland Is a Premier Travel and Golf Destination in 2026

Northern Ireland continues to captivate visitors from across the globe with its dramatic scenery, rich heritage and warm hospitality. From rugged coastlines and ancient castles to vibrant cities and charming coastal villages, the region offers a depth and diversity of experience rarely found in such a compact destination.

The ease of travel across the region makes it ideal for group tours and golf itineraries, allowing visitors to enjoy world-class attractions, championship golf and cultural landmarks without long transfers. Scenic drives, historic sites, outstanding food and drink, and welcoming local communities all combine to create a destination that consistently exceeds expectations, particularly for those planning golf holidays in Northern Ireland.

World-Class Golfing Experiences

For golfers researching golf tours in Northern Ireland, this region is a true bucket-list destination. With more than 90 golf courses all within a few hours of each other, with Northern Ireland offering an exceptional mix of championship links, classic parkland layouts and welcoming courses suitable for all abilities.

• Royal Portrush Golf Club is one of the most revered links courses in the world and a proud host of The Open Championship, making it a centrepiece of any golf trip to Ireland.

• Royal County Down is consistently ranked among the world’s finest courses, set against the spectacular backdrop of the Mourne Mountains.

• Portstewart Golf Club and Castlerock Golf Club offer unforgettable links golf along the Causeway Coast, combining challenge with breathtaking scenery.

Northern Ireland’s compact geography allows golfers to play multiple world-class courses while also enjoying distilleries, historic towns, coastal walks and cultural attractions. Continued accomadation investment across the country, including developments by the Galgorm Collection, Hilton and many others is further enhancing facilities and visitor experiences, making 2026 an outstanding year for a Northern Ireland golf tour.

Rich Cultural and Natural Attractions

Beyond the fairways, Northern Ireland offers an exceptional range of cultural and natural highlights that enrich every itinerary.

Visitors can experience the Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its dramatic basalt columns and Atlantic views. Nearby, the ruins of Dunluce Castle sit dramatically on the cliffs, offering one of the most iconic coastal views on the island.

From Ballycastle to Portrush, the Causeway Coast is dotted with stunning beaches and characterful towns, while inland routes reveal rolling countryside, forest parks and historic estates. Whether your group seeks adventure, tranquillity or authentic local culture, Northern Ireland delivers experiences that resonate long after the journey ends.

Unmatched Coach Tour Experiences with Executive Travel NI

Executive Travel NI specialises in premium coach tours and golf tour transport in Northern Ireland, designed to help groups explore the region with ease, comfort and confidence. Whether planning a single-day excursion or a multi-day touring programme, our bespoke approach ensures a seamless experience from start to finish.

Customised Itineraries for Every Interest

Every tour we deliver is tailored to the needs of the group. Popular itineraries include:

• Causeway Coastal Drive & Cultural Highlights – Taking in the Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge and the iconic seaside towns of the north coast.

• City & Country Combinations – Blending Belfast or Derry with scenic countryside, distilleries, gardens and heritage sites.

• Golf & Sightseeing Tours – Combining rounds at world-renowned courses with guided touring, local dining and cultural experiences.

Comfort, Convenience and Local Expertise

Our modern executive fleet, experienced professional drivers and in-depth local knowledge ensure every journey runs smoothly. Guests can relax and enjoy the scenery, confident that logistics, timing and comfort are expertly managed throughout, particularly for golf tours in Northern Ireland.

A Family-Run Company with Deep Local Roots

At Executive Travel NI, we are proud to be a family-run company with our heart firmly rooted in the communities you will be visiting. Northern Ireland is not simply a destination we operate in, it is our home.

That local connection brings genuine value to every tour we deliver. From the winding coastal roads of the Causeway Coast to the practical nuances of travelling between championship golf courses, our knowledge comes from lived experience. We understand the best routes, timings and stopping points, as well as the hidden viewpoints and local insights that elevate a journey from good to exceptional.

For golf groups, this means smooth transfers, relaxed schedules and an understanding of the courses, their layouts and surrounding areas. When you travel with Executive Travel NI, you are travelling with a company that cares deeply about Northern Ireland, its people and its reputation as a world-class destination.

Where to Stay: Exceptional Accommodation on the Causeway Coast

Northern Ireland’s accommodation offering adds another layer of quality to every golf or coach tour. Along the Causeway Coast, several standout properties provide ideal bases for Northern Ireland golf holidays in 2026.

 

The Bushmills Inn

A charming boutique hotel in the historic village of Bushmills, ideal for golfers playing Royal Portrush, Portstewart and Castlerock, with award-winning dining and relaxed surroundings.

Dunluce Lodge

A luxury choice beside Royal Portrush, offering refined accommodation, spa facilities and fine dining for premium luxury golf tours in Northern Ireland.

Roe Valley Resort

(Galgorm Collection)
A four-star resort with its own parkland course, spa and leisure facilities, ideal for golf groups, families and multi-generational tours.

Make 2026 Your Year of Discovery with Executive Travel NI

From world-class golf courses and dramatic coastlines to luxury accommodation and coach tours, 2026 is shaping up to be an exceptional year to explore Northern Ireland.

Whether you are organising a private group tour, a corporate incentive trip or a dedicated Northern Ireland coach tour, Executive Travel NI will design and deliver a journey that exceeds expectations. From bespoke planning and seamless transport to warm local insight, we take care of every detail so you can focus on the experience.

Contact Executive Travel NI today to begin planning your Northern Ireland adventure in 2026.