Mark Schutz
Based in San Francisco
Mark Schutz
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My Story
Irish-born and raised and currently based in San Francisco, I am a points and miles enthusiast who spends far too much time traveling around the world. A regular visitor to Ireland, France and Portugal — not many months go by without also exploring the United States and revisiting my former homes of London and New York City.
My Travel Style
Very much a fan of both cities and beach vacations a trip to the Algarve will always include some days in Lisbon, a week in Phuket will inevitably have Bangkok on one end and Singapore the other. The world is out there to be explored, while favorite places should always be revisited.
In recent years, a frequent travel companion has been my golf clubs as a part-time hobby has turned into much more than that, and the world is now an endless fairway. Discovering the links courses of Ireland, the pristine tracks of Portugal and of course, all that California and the US has to offer has become a wonderful way to meet people around the world and play in some truly special places.
As a Fora advisor, let me help you discover some of these places and take the pain out of planning and booking. I might even be able to help use some of those credit card points so you can sip some champagne in a bed as you fly there or advise on how best to achieve hotel and airline statuses to make the future more comfortable.
The best place to plan a trip is on the way home from a trip.
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My reviews (3)
Elodie T.
2 months ago
From start to finish, Mark ensured our trip was easy, smooth and hassle free. He coordinated with the hotel before our arrival for dinner reservations, secured a room upgrades and late checkout for our entire party.
He was very responsive to all our requests and questions, and very knowledgeable about booking the best flights, easy connections, hotel transfers, golf and recommendations for excellent restaurants.
In the future I will be booking all my trips through Mark!
Michele T.
2 months ago
Working with Mark was great - it was simple, effective and on time. He helped us book 2 hotels and all our flights for our recent trip to Hawaii. He was able to get us great deals on flights with good seats in business class and the emergency exit row for the short inter-island flight. His hotel recommendations were spot on and very much to our liking. He also organized our dinner reservations taking into account our requests. We highly recommend Mark and will be booking future travel through him.
Elodie T.
2 years ago
Elodie T.
2 months ago
From start to finish, Mark ensured our trip was easy, smooth and hassle free. He coordinated with the hotel before our arrival for dinner reservations, secured a room upgrades and late checkout for our entire party.
He was very responsive to all our requests and questions, and very knowledgeable about booking the best flights, easy connections, hotel transfers, golf and recommendations for excellent restaurants.
In the future I will be booking all my trips through Mark!
Michele T.
2 months ago
Working with Mark was great - it was simple, effective and on time. He helped us book 2 hotels and all our flights for our recent trip to Hawaii. He was able to get us great deals on flights with good seats in business class and the emergency exit row for the short inter-island flight. His hotel recommendations were spot on and very much to our liking. He also organized our dinner reservations taking into account our requests. We highly recommend Mark and will be booking future travel through him.
Elodie T.
2 years ago
My travel ideas (5)
Olympic Golf at Le Golf National Paris
Home of this year's Olympic Golf and the 2018 Ryder Cup Venue. Le Golf National is less than 90 minutes on public transport from the center of Paris. With two courses, the Aigle and the famous Albatros, an onsite hotel and open to the public, Le Golf National should be on the radar of any golfer visiting Paris.
Olympic Golf at Le Golf National Paris
Home of this year's Olympic Golf and the 2018 Ryder Cup Venue. Le Golf National is less than 90 minutes on public transport from the center of Paris. With two courses, the Aigle and the famous Albatros, an onsite hotel and open to the public, Le Golf National should be on the radar of any golfer visiting Paris.
Golf in Paradise at the Mauna Kea, Big Island, Hawai'i
The Mauna Kea is often referred to as the “classic” Hawai'i hotel and is located on the Big Island, about a 30-minute drive from Kona Airport. The hotel is situated on a cove with a beautiful sandy beach, rooms with stunning views, great restaurants and an excellent golf course. Part of Autograph Collection, this is a hotel that should always be on your radar when thinking about your next Hawai'i vacation. Bear in mind renovations are currently ongoing and in 2025 it will be better than ever.
Golf in Paradise at the Mauna Kea, Big Island, Hawai'i
The Mauna Kea is often referred to as the “classic” Hawai'i hotel and is located on the Big Island, about a 30-minute drive from Kona Airport. The hotel is situated on a cove with a beautiful sandy beach, rooms with stunning views, great restaurants and an excellent golf course. Part of Autograph Collection, this is a hotel that should always be on your radar when thinking about your next Hawai'i vacation. Bear in mind renovations are currently ongoing and in 2025 it will be better than ever.
Royal Dublin Golf Course - Links Golf in Dublin City
Nestled in Dublin bay just 15 minutes from the city center is Royal Dublin golf course, a Scottish-style true links course with a rich history and stunning views of the city and the bay. Royal Dublin is the perfect way to start or end your Irish golf adventure as its proximity to both the city, airport and sheer quality make it hard to beat.
Royal Dublin Golf Course - Links Golf in Dublin City
Nestled in Dublin bay just 15 minutes from the city center is Royal Dublin golf course, a Scottish-style true links course with a rich history and stunning views of the city and the bay. Royal Dublin is the perfect way to start or end your Irish golf adventure as its proximity to both the city, airport and sheer quality make it hard to beat.
Presidio Golf Course - San Francisco
San Francisco is a city of booms and busts and right now is in the press for all of the wrong reasons. But one thing that always remains boom is the year round golf you can play on some great courses, in what remains one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Close to the city center in Park Presidio is a very special course - the Presidio Golf Course.
Presidio Golf Course - San Francisco
San Francisco is a city of booms and busts and right now is in the press for all of the wrong reasons. But one thing that always remains boom is the year round golf you can play on some great courses, in what remains one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Close to the city center in Park Presidio is a very special course - the Presidio Golf Course.
Tralee Golf Course - 18 Holes of Ocean Views
Tralee Golf Club is often overshadowed by its illustrious neighbors, but don't let that put you off. Just outside the town of Tralee and about two hours from Shannon Airport, this track is as good as links golf gets. With the Atlantic Ocean visible from all 18 holes and a course best described by it's designer Arnold Palmer “I’ll create the front nine because god created the back nine”. It's a pity those two didn't work together more often.
Tralee Golf Course - 18 Holes of Ocean Views
Tralee Golf Club is often overshadowed by its illustrious neighbors, but don't let that put you off. Just outside the town of Tralee and about two hours from Shannon Airport, this track is as good as links golf gets. With the Atlantic Ocean visible from all 18 holes and a course best described by it's designer Arnold Palmer “I’ll create the front nine because god created the back nine”. It's a pity those two didn't work together more often.
Olympic Golf at Le Golf National Paris
Home of this year's Olympic Golf and the 2018 Ryder Cup Venue. Le Golf National is less than 90 minutes on public transport from the center of Paris. With two courses, the Aigle and the famous Albatros, an onsite hotel and open to the public, Le Golf National should be on the radar of any golfer visiting Paris.
Olympic Golf at Le Golf National Paris
Home of this year's Olympic Golf and the 2018 Ryder Cup Venue. Le Golf National is less than 90 minutes on public transport from the center of Paris. With two courses, the Aigle and the famous Albatros, an onsite hotel and open to the public, Le Golf National should be on the radar of any golfer visiting Paris.
Golf in Paradise at the Mauna Kea, Big Island, Hawai'i
The Mauna Kea is often referred to as the “classic” Hawai'i hotel and is located on the Big Island, about a 30-minute drive from Kona Airport. The hotel is situated on a cove with a beautiful sandy beach, rooms with stunning views, great restaurants and an excellent golf course. Part of Autograph Collection, this is a hotel that should always be on your radar when thinking about your next Hawai'i vacation. Bear in mind renovations are currently ongoing and in 2025 it will be better than ever.
Golf in Paradise at the Mauna Kea, Big Island, Hawai'i
The Mauna Kea is often referred to as the “classic” Hawai'i hotel and is located on the Big Island, about a 30-minute drive from Kona Airport. The hotel is situated on a cove with a beautiful sandy beach, rooms with stunning views, great restaurants and an excellent golf course. Part of Autograph Collection, this is a hotel that should always be on your radar when thinking about your next Hawai'i vacation. Bear in mind renovations are currently ongoing and in 2025 it will be better than ever.
Royal Dublin Golf Course - Links Golf in Dublin City
Nestled in Dublin bay just 15 minutes from the city center is Royal Dublin golf course, a Scottish-style true links course with a rich history and stunning views of the city and the bay. Royal Dublin is the perfect way to start or end your Irish golf adventure as its proximity to both the city, airport and sheer quality make it hard to beat.
Royal Dublin Golf Course - Links Golf in Dublin City
Nestled in Dublin bay just 15 minutes from the city center is Royal Dublin golf course, a Scottish-style true links course with a rich history and stunning views of the city and the bay. Royal Dublin is the perfect way to start or end your Irish golf adventure as its proximity to both the city, airport and sheer quality make it hard to beat.
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