The Links Card is the next evolution of a discount card.
We’re creating a network of partner courses that are using collective marketing benefits to drive traffic into hard to market slots – expiring tee times.
From members
From partner courses
Years in the business
gaps filled every year
Remember, our primary goal is to protect your brand so we encourage you to use restrictions in order to limit your offer to where you need results. That might be 24 hour advanced booking and limited to Mondays after 12pm or no limit booking 7 days a week. It's wherever you want results.
Tighter restrictions can limit traffic but it protects your brand and yields.
This is a very common question and concern for both courses and golfers. How many times can an offer be redeemed?
Because of the nature of our platform, our default is unlimited because we want to continually drive results into the time frames you need whether or not it's accomplished by the same golfer over and over. This creates a long term affect where value golfers are pushed into slots you need filled - ie, turning them into an effective yield management crowd.
However, you're welcome to limit the number of uses. Just add it as a restriction.
Once we have our restrictions set, it's time to figure out an offer to drive traffic into our desired time frames. First, consider the opportunity cost. If your tee time expires at $0, what would you wish you had sold it for?
Next consider the restrictions. If you have broad restrictions like 7 day advanced booking and good anytime then we suggest smaller savings. If you're using 24 hour advanced booking on weekdays only, we suggest a larger discount to motivate action.
We will say that the most successful offers are tighter restrictions + bigger savings.
Of course, there are plenty of other factors to consider like audience size, demographics, or even the season. Luckily, your offer isn't set in stone and you can change it anytime throughout the year.
Carts are another opportunity for win-win.
Including them can boost the effectiveness of your offer and keep your pace of play where you want it.
90% of our partner courses include them.
This is the savings off your retail rates for greens fees and cart fees, if applicable.
Not currently a partner course
Blink Bonnie Golf Links, nestled in the charming town of Sorrento, Maine, is a delightful 9-hole public course that has captivated golfers since 1916. Designed as a links-style layout, it offers a captivating blend of challenge and scenic beauty, making it an ideal destination for golfers of all skill levels. With a par of 36 and a manageable length of 2,840 yards, Blink Bonnie strikes a perfect balance between distance and shot-making precision. The meticulously maintained bent grass greens ensure smooth putting surfaces, enhancing the overall golfing experience. Although carts and GPS devices are not available for rent, pull-carts are provided for a comfortable walk through the course. The friendly and welcoming staff at Blink Bonnie creates a relaxed atmosphere, allowing golfers to immerse themselves in the game and enjoy their round at their own pace. Whether you're a seasoned golfer seeking practice or a beginner embarking on your golfing journey, Blink Bonnie Golf Links offers an idyllic setting to tee off amidst the picturesque landscapes of Sorrento.
Blink Bonnie Golf Links has garnered positive feedback from golfers who have experienced its unique charm. One reviewer described the course as a "step back in time and a great experience," highlighting its nostalgic ambiance and enjoyable atmosphere. The course layout has been widely praised for its stunning views of the bay, the subtle elevation changes that add an element of challenge, and the intersecting fairways that demand strategic shot-making. Another golfer commended the excellent condition of the greens, ensuring a smooth and consistent putting experience. While a few reviewers mentioned that the staff friendliness could be improved, the majority lauded the excellent pace of play, allowing for a stress-free and enjoyable round. Overall, Blink Bonnie Golf Links offers great value for money, providing an exceptional golfing experience that exceeds expectations.
The Links Card, a renowned authority on golf course evaluations, echoes the positive sentiments expressed by golfers about Blink Bonnie Golf Links. The course is recognized for its exceptional value, offering a delightful golfing experience at an affordable price. The well-maintained Bent Grass greens, the challenging par rating of 36 over 2,840 yards, and the slope rating of 113 indicate that Blink Bonnie Golf Links provides a fair and enjoyable challenge for golfers of varying skill levels. The picturesque views of the bay and the surrounding landscapes further enhance the overall experience, making Blink Bonnie a must-visit destination for golf enthusiasts. Whether you're an advanced golfer seeking a test of your skills or an intermediate player looking to improve your game, Blink Bonnie Golf Links promises an unforgettable round of golf amidst breathtaking scenery.
*Our information is based on reviews and descriptions from across the internet
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Men M: 66.4/115 | 350 | 270 | 180 | 510 | 490 | 310 | 120 | 290 | 330 | 2850 | 5580 |
| Ladies W: 67.1/110 | 290 | 215 | 125 | 480 | 465 | 260 | 92 | 270 | 310 | 2507 | 4929 |
| Handicap | 11 | 15 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 7 | ||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 70 |
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Back | 34 | 2640 yards | 33.0 | 113 |
**We have not verified the course website. Many links are based on google search results**
Our partner courses have come to love, enjoy, and look forward to their staff memberships each year.
Our members call your proshop and identify themselves as Links Card members. When paying their greens fees, they show their membership card to your staff.
You can restrict it to a 1 time offer or allow our members to redeem it as many times as they'd like.
Most of our partner courses allow for unlimited redemption because the special offer restrictions are so beneficial yields.
We don't charge our partner courses to participate on The Links Card platform.
Our revenue comes from selling memberships to golfers to access the special offers.
We simply want you to have the systems in place to reduce $0 tee times, even if they are rare for you.
Our platform allows you to create offers that increase demand during times that you need it, even if it's as small of a window as after 2pm on Mondays.
From what we've seen, it's the time frame when chances of bookings drop drastically and the expected value of a tee time rapidly approaches $0. For most courses, it's the last 24 hours before a tee time.
24 hours if our default but you're welcome to extend your offer out to meet the needs of your course. For example, a more rural course may want to use 72 hours while a resort near a city may want to use 24 hours
Great question and you absolutely can!
It's easy enough to build out an audience of value golfers. From what we've heard from our partner courses, the more difficult and time consuming part is utilizing them without damaging your brand.
Instead of adding another set of processes to your to do list, you can leverage The Links Card and our process to increase your yields for free.
If your course is consistently booked with foursomes and zero gaps, we congratulate you!
The Links Card is a platform that let's you put systems in place to reduce $0 tee times, even if they are rare for you.