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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Trump Expands Golf & Hospitality Portfolio with Purchase of
Highly Acclaimed Doonbeg Golf Club, Ireland
New York, NY (February 11, 2014) – The Trump Organization announced today their purchase
of the spectacular Atlantic Ocean fronting Doonbeg Golf Club in County Clare, Ireland. The
acquisition, which was highly sought after by many major hotel and golf companies, marks the
16th golf club in the Trump Portfolio and the 1st Trump Hotel Collection property in Ireland.
“I am thrilled to announce that we have purchased yet another incredible golf resort. From
Trump National Doral, Miami to Trump International Golf Links, Scotland, known as “the
greatest golf course in the world,” we only have the best. Doonbeg is an already terrific property
that we will make even better --- it will soon be an unparalleled resort destination with the
highest standards of luxury,” stated Donald J. Trump, Chairman & President of the Trump
Organization.
Doonbeg Golf Club, to be renamed Trump International Golf Links, Ireland, is situated on over
400-acres fronting for 2 ½ miles on the Atlantic Ocean and features an 18-hole championship
golf links course. The world-renowned course is named the “#1 Resort in Europe” by Condé
Nast Traveler, a “World’s Best” by Travel + Leisure and “European Golf Resort of the Year.”
The Lodge at Doonbeg, consists of 218 hotel suites, an expansive spa and several restaurants all
which will be managed directly by the Trump Hotel Collection, Trump’s award-winning hotel
management company --- the fastest growing luxury hotel company anywhere in the world.
Trump International Golf Links, Ireland will be 12th hotel in the collection and is the 4th addition
in less than one year following the announcements of Trump International Hotel, The Old Post
Office, Washington, D.C., Trump International Hotel & Tower Vancouver and Trump Hotel Rio
de Janeiro.
Recently named by Jerry Tarde of Golf Digest Magazine as “Golf’s Greatest Builder Today,”
Mr. Trump has yet again proven his tremendous commitment and investment to growing and
enhancing the game of golf. Over the past 18 months Trump has dominated the industry most
recently with the addition of Trump International Golf Club, Dubai, Trump Golf Links at Ferry
Point, which is located just 10 minutes from midtown Manhattan and Trump National Doral,
Miami, home of the World Golf Championships - Cadillac Championship and the iconic “Blue
Monster” Golf Course. Trump International Golf Links, Ireland is a welcome addition to this
impressive collection of iconic properties and when complete, will soon be the finest resort
destination in Ireland.
Following a global marketing campaign by EY and selling agent Eastdil Secured, The Trump
Organization executed the purchase and sale agreements on February 8, 2014.
Luke Charleton of EY commented, “There was a tremendous level of interest from domestic and
international investors in this property. It is particularly pleasing to have sold this prestigious
property to The Trump Organization who have the vision and resources to take what is an
internationally renowned tourism resort to its next stage.” Mr. Charleton then added, “I would
like to thank employees of The Lodge at Doonbeg and Doonbeg Golf Club for their support and
professionalism during the receivership process. I’d also like to thank the customers for their
support”.
The acquisition of this distinguished resort was spearheaded by Luke Charleton and David
Hughes of EY, Randall Evans and Peter Geissel of Eastdil Secured and Donald Trump Jr., Eric
Trump and George Sorial, Executive Vice Presidents of the Trump Organization. Donald Jr. &
Eric will be arriving in Ireland on Wednesday, February 12, 2014.
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About TRUMP GOLF
Donald J. Trump, one of the foremost developers in the world, is committed to creating the best
portfolio of award-winning courses and their accompanying amenities. Trump Golf courses offer
a new level of challenge, luxury, service and performance. From Scotland to Miami Mr. Trump’s
portfolio consists of the most sought after clubs worldwide and are considered to have the
highest standards in landscaping, golf course design, management, membership and service. The
courses combine the most spectacular landscapes with the talents of the world’s best golf course
architects such as the Fazio Family, Pete Dye, Gil Hanse and Martin Hawtree, creating a timeless
blend of beauty and challenge at every property. Today, The Trump Organization operates and
manages 15 golf courses and has grown to become the finest collection of golf courses in the
world. www.TrumpGolf.com
About TRUMP HOTEL COLLECTION™
Launched in October 2007, TRUMP HOTEL COLLECTION™ is the next generation of luxury
hospitality – one that is raising the bar in the top-tier travel experience with a level of customized
service unrivaled in the market today. Presided over by internationally renowned developer
Donald J. Trump and his three grown children – Donald Jr., Ivanka and Eric – the prestigious
portfolio includes the highly acclaimed Trump International Hotel & Tower® New York, Trump
International Hotel & Tower® Chicago, Trump International Hotel™ Las Vegas, Trump
International Hotel™ Waikiki Beach Walk®, Trump SoHo® New York, Trump Ocean Club®
International Hotel & Tower Panama, Trump International Hotel & Tower Toronto®, and Trump
National Doral® Miami. Trump® Hotel Rio de Janeiro, Trump International® Hotel & Tower
Vancouver and Trump® International Hotel, The Old Post Office Washington, D.C.,
a redevelopment of the historic Old Post Office Building, are slated to open in
2016. Reservations can be made at www.TRUMPHOTELCOLLECTION.com or by calling
(855) TRUMP-00 (878-6700). TRUMP HOTEL COLLECTION is headquartered at Trump
Tower, 725 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10022. Connect with TRUMP HOTEL
COLLECTION on its social media pages.
About EY
EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and
quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in
economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises
to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world
for our people, for our clients and for our communities. EY refers to the global organisation and
may refer to one or more of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which
is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee,
does not provide services to clients. For more information about our organisation, please visit
ey.com.
The Irish firm Ernst & Young is a member practice of Ernst & Young Global Limited. It is
authorised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Ireland to carry on investment business in
the Republic of Ireland.
About Eastdil Secured
Eastdil Secured, as the wholly owned real estate investment banking subsidiary of Wells Fargo
and Company, specialises in arranging capital transactions within the private and public real
estate debt and equity capital markets. Such transactions include the sales of properties, CRE
mortgage loans, and corporate entities; the placement of mortgage, mezzanine, and entity level
debt financings; and arranging joint ventures, recapitalisations, and platform level equity raises.
With 14 offices around the globe, Eastdil Secured completed €141.5 billion of transactions in
2013.
Press Contact:
Amanda Miller
The Trump Organization
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Julie Horn
DKC Public Relations
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Barbara Nestor
Head of External Communications
EY Ireland
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