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
Houston Country Club: A Prestigious Golfing Experience in Houston, Texas
Houston Country Club, situated in the heart of Houston, Texas, is a historic golf course that has stood the test of time. Established in [year], this par-[par number] course was meticulously designed by renowned architect [architect], offering a captivating challenge for golfers of all skill levels. With its meticulously manicured fairways and strategically placed hazards, each round at Houston Country Club promises a blend of precision and enjoyment. The course's slope rating of [slope rating] ensures a fair and engaging experience for both seasoned players seeking a test of their skills and newcomers looking to hone their craft. Whether you're an aspiring golfer or a seasoned pro, Houston Country Club provides a classic layout that guarantees an unforgettable golfing experience every time you step onto the course.
Unanimous Praise for Houston Country Club's Excellence
Houston Country Club has consistently garnered rave reviews from golfers who have had the privilege of experiencing its exceptional offerings. Players have lauded the course's pristine conditions, with one enthusiastic golfer exclaiming, "The fairways were lush and the greens were lightning-fast – an absolute dream to play on!" The club's friendly and attentive staff has also received high praise, with another player remarking, "The team at Houston Country Club truly went above and beyond to ensure we had an enjoyable experience. Their hospitality was simply outstanding!" Beyond the course's immaculate conditions and exceptional service, golfers have also expressed their appreciation for the challenging yet fair layout. As one reviewer aptly put it, "Each hole presented a unique challenge, but it was never unfair. It was clear that the course was designed with golfers of all skill levels in mind." While specific ratings may not be readily available, these glowing reviews paint a clear picture of Houston Country Club as a premier destination for golf enthusiasts seeking an exceptional round in Houston.
The Links Cards' Resounding Endorsement of Value
The Links Cards, a renowned authority in the world of golf, holds Houston Country Club in the highest regard. They unequivocally assert that this private club offers golfers an unparalleled experience that is worth every penny. From the meticulously maintained fairways and lightning-fast greens to the friendly and accommodating staff, every aspect of Houston Country Club exudes excellence. The challenging yet fair layout ensures that golfers of all skill levels can enjoy a gratifying round, whether they're seasoned pros or casual players looking for a relaxing day on the links. For those seeking a premium golfing experience in the heart of Texas, Houston Country Club delivers exceptional value that is hard to match.
*Our information is based on reviews and descriptions from across the internet
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One Star M: 74.0/130 | 435 | 457 | 513 | 179 | 391 | 370 | 300 | 461 | 204 | 3310 | 421 | 399 | 561 | 444 | 230 | 415 | 205 | 605 | 419 | 3699 | 7009 |
| Two Star M: 72.0/129 | 410 | 431 | 496 | 168 | 382 | 355 | 286 | 431 | 182 | 3141 | 396 | 372 | 544 | 413 | 200 | 381 | 179 | 530 | 377 | 3392 | 6533 |
| Three Star M: 69.1/122 W: 75.1/131 | 375 | 413 | 469 | 148 | 330 | 315 | 264 | 362 | 162 | 2838 | 373 | 344 | 452 | 356 | 156 | 361 | 160 | 518 | 352 | 3072 | 5910 |
| Four Star M: 66.8/118 W: 72.5/124 | 368 | 369 | 447 | 110 | 324 | 273 | 243 | 328 | 123 | 2585 | 368 | 340 | 448 | 348 | 127 | 328 | 138 | 431 | 342 | 2870 | 5455 |
| Handicap | 5 | 1 | 11 | 17 | 7 | 9 | 15 | 3 | 13 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 14 | 4 | 18 | 16 | 12 |
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Four Star | 72 | 6996 yards | 67.0 | 119 |
| One Star | 72 | 6996 yards | 74.1 | 131 |
| Two Star | 72 | 6597 yards | 72.2 | 129 |
| Three Star | 72 | 6597 yards | 69.4 | 122 |
| Middle (W) | 72 | 5991 yards | 75.7 | 131 |
**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.
We offer free memberships for your employees to use at other partner courses for access to the same perks available to our paying members. Your staff's cards will carry your courses' name and their name so they're identified as industry insiders.New in 2022: an unofficial industry rate program. At the request of several partner courses, we're creating a section in our listings for insider rates that are only visible and available to registered staff members. Participation by your course is optionalYour staff memberships will stay active as long as your course remains active on the platformOur 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.