2026 FEGC Scottish Highlands Trip

The Scottish Highlands are home to some of the most scenic dunescape in the world. Next fall, we're taking a group of FEGC members to trek through seven world-class golf courses, relax in premium accommodations off the course, and experience everything there is to love about the region.

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Trip Dates: September 12-18, 2026

Courses included: Brora Golf Club, Castle Stuart, Old Petty, Nairn, Royal Dornoch, Royal Aberdeen, and Cruden Bay

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Registration Information

Lottery window: May 7 - May 11

Winners contacted: May 12

Entries available: Single, Twosome, Foursome*

Expected Cost: $7,100 single occupancy // $6,300 double occupancy**

Included in registration: All rounds of golf, transportation between airport, courses, and hotels, and lodging. Participants are responsible for airfare.

A total of 20 spots are available on this trip. Due to the small size, participants will be selected via a lottery.

*If you register for a twosome, you are allowed to bring one non-FEGC member. If you register for a foursome, two players in the group are allowed to be non-FEGC members.

*This trip is priced at $1.33 USD to £ and is dependent on the exchange rate leading into the trip. The quote is valid as long as the exchange rate stays between $1.28 and $1.38. If the exchange rate falls outside that parameter we will reprice the trip.

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Travel Information

Airports - All participants will fly into and out of Edinburgh (EDI). Transportation will be provided from start to finish, including to and from all rounds of golf and between locations.

Hotels - Participants will be treated to great accommodations throughout the trip. We'll set up shop in the heart of Dornoch at the Royal Golf Hotel Apartments at Royal Dornoch for four nights, move over to the The Marcliffe Hotel in Aberdeen between our rounds at Royal Aberdeen and Cruden Bay, and drop everyone off at the Hampton by Hilton EDI for a convenient stay ahead of departures.

Course Information

Brora Golf Club - The northernmost point on our journey, Brora provides the opportunity to step back in time and experience golf in a more sustainable and simpler way. The course is a James Braid design from the late 1800s that retains its old school nature and pays homage to its humble history.

Castle Stuart - Kingsbarns owner Mark Parsinen brought Gil Hanse up to the Scottish Highlands to build what many consider to be the best modern design in the country. Now a part of Cabot Highlands, Castle Stuart is not as natural as many dunesland courses but what was created is widely regarded among the best in the region.

Old Petty - While it's yet to open for public play, Tom Doak's new Old Petty course is already making waves across the pond. The course occupies a unique piece of linksland that incorporates a couple short force carries over a local estuary, separating the course into two parcels. As with most of Doak's creations, Old Petty takes full advantage of its natural property and shows off the attributes that make links golf great throughout its routing.

Nairn - Unlike some of its more high profile neighbors, Nairn is more of a members club that prides itself on its long history and roots to some of the earliest days of golf in the country. Unassuming yet strong in presentation, it is a classic example of what makes Scottish golf special.

Royal Dornoch - Simply put, you can argue that Royal Dornoch is one of the ten best golf courses in the world. The course is located in the heart of Dornoch and has many links qualities that you'd expect from a traditional Scottish course. Its brilliant green complexes, and the punishment for missing said greens, are what make Royal Dornoch stand out from its neighbors.

Royal Aberdeen - Along with Royal Dornoch, Royal Aberdeen is more on the championship style of the spectrum for our trip. That said, it's exceedingly welcoming and boasts an incredibly strong opening nine to go along with its strong finish. The land itself has been home to golfers going back nearly 300 years and is an integral piece of the Northeastern Scotland story.

Cruden Bay - The last stop on our journey, Cruden Bay is about as much fun as you can have on a golf course. Huge dunes and land formations occupy certain sections of the course but Cruden Bay is also firmly located in the center of town. Its unique mix of quirk and brilliance makes it a fan favorite and a wonderful end to the trip.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How does the registration process work?‍

Due to the limited spots available on the trip, we are using a lottery for this registration. FEGC members can register as a single, twosome, or foursome for the lottery. At least one player of the twosome has to be an FEGC member and at least two players of a foursome have to be FEGC members.

Can I sign up a non-FEGC member?‍

Yes. If you register for a twosome, you are allowed to bring one non-FEGC member. If you register for a foursome, two players in the group are allowed to be non-FEGC members.

Is lodging included?

Yes, six nights of lodging is included on the trip. Participants will stay at the Great Southern Killarney Hotel for four nights before moving over to the Vaughan Lodge for two nights in Lahinch.

Is airfare included?

No, participants will organize their own airfare. We'll take transportation from there!

Why is there a price range for the estimated cost?

This trip is priced at $1.09 USD to € and is dependent on the exchange rate leading into the trip. The quote is valid as long as the exchange rate stays between $1.04 and $1.14. If the exchange rate falls outside that parameter we will reprice the trip.

How does payment work?

Upon being selected from the lottery, a $3,000 deposit is due to secure your spot. The balance will be due approximately four months ahead of the trip. Participants will be sent invoices with the option to use ACH payments or use a credit card with an additional processing fee.

What is the refund policy?

Refunds will be issued only when the spot on the trip is replaced by another FEGC member. At that time, a refund will be issued minus any processing fees incurred.

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Other questions? Drop a note below or email us at events@thefriedegg.com

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