Ballybunion has a long tradition in Tourism. Noted in years gone by as a family holiday destination for people from Kerry, Cork and Limerick, it has in more recent times become more cosmopolitan, attracting visitors from all parts of the world.

It boasts some major attractions including its sandy beaches on the Atlantic Ocean and its famous golf club with two world-class links courses. Numerous celebrities including ex-President Bill Clinton, Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta Jones have played there and top golfers including Tom Watson are regular visitors. Ballybunion Golf Club Website
Ballybunion is an ideal centre for golfers who like to take in all the great courses like Tralee, Killarney, Waterville, Ceann Sibeal, Lahinch and Doonbeg

The Ballybunion Batchelor Festival is famous for many years and the more recent Busking Festival and the Mussel Festival have been gaining in popularity.
2006 sees a major event: The World Fleadh Ceoil. This is expected to be a huge Traditional Music festival and early booking of accommodation is advisable.

The recently opened 530 seat Tintean Theatre is set to become a leading cultural and entertainment centre and already its first productions have attracted widespread acclaim. There is an excellent programme of events scheduled for 2006 which you can check at Tintean's website www.tintean.com/

Ballybunion is buzzing with activity during the last National Hunt Festival of the year: The Listowel Races in September. Accommodation in Ballybunion is much sought after during this week so Book Now!

So whether you are a golfer, racing enthusiast, theatre goer, surfer, swimmer, or just relaxing on holidays, Ballybunion is the place to be. Book Courtneys Guesthouse for a great holiday!