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Cape Verde: Viveiro Golf & Country Club

The archipelago of Cape Verde off the west coast of Africa is an unspoiled year-round holiday destination – and it now has its first international standard golf course. The remote string of small islands are home to stunning beaches, pretty seaside towns and mountainous interior. With year-round sunshine and warm weather and a fascinating mix […]

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Horse Riding & Golf Experiences in Europe

We’ve picked out four superb resorts in the Algarve, Sardinia, Andalucia and Scotland where you can combine world-class golf and accommodation with fantastic horse riding experiences. Quinta do Lago, The Algarve Quinta do Lago is located in the Algarve within the Ria Formosa nature reserve. It’s a 5-star retreat, home to three world-class golf courses […]

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What’s in Wyndham Clark’s winning golf bag?

Wyndham Clark held off Rory McIlroy to claim his first major title with a one-shot victory at the 123rd U.S. Open. Let’s take a look in his golf bag. The 29-year-old American ended on 10 under at Los Angeles Country Club, one shot ahead of McIlroy who only made one birdie all day as he […]

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Kevin Murray – Golf photographer like no other: ‘My 10 favourite shots’

Kevin Murray is world renowned for his fine art approach to capturing the natural beauty of golf courses and the spirit of the game of golf. We asked him for his 10 favourite shots and the story behind them. Kevin is a staff photographer for Golf Monthly, Marriott course photographer for Europe, and official photographer […]

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Pathway to Stardom: Europe’s Mini-Tours

European golf has a number of mini-tours which offer pathways to the DP World Tour and Ladies European Tour for the game’s rising stars. In the men’s game, the DP World Tour, formerly known as the European Tour, is the leading professional golf tour in Europe. The organisation also operates the developmental Challenge Tour, which […]

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World’s most difficult golf courses

Bethpage Black and Carnoustie are among our picks of worldwide golf courses which have gained a reputation for being exceptionally challenging. With treacherous terrains, devilish bunkers and testing conditions, these courses push even the most skilled and patient golfers to their limits. Bethpage Black, New York Let’s start with the course that infamously has a […]

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PGA Championship: Preview & FAQs

Justin Thomas defends his title as the 105th PGA Championship tees off at Oak Hill Country Club in New York. Here’s the big storylines and FAQs. The second major of the season will be played May 18-21, with world No. 1 Jon Rahm the favourite to win. The Spaniard has six worldwide victories since October, […]

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Golf in Serbia

Serbia in recent years has become a fashionable tourist destination, and its two best golf courses just happen to be close to its vibrant cultural centres. The Balkan country, which became independent in 2006, dates back to the 7th century and has a diverse history combined with an energetic modern culture, beautiful mountainous countryside and […]

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Golf in Hua Hin, Thailand

Hua Hin is not just a tropical paradise for beachgoers and foodies, but also a magical place for golfers with some of the most scenic courses in south-east Asia. Two hours south of Bangkok on the Gulf of Thailand, Hua Hin is a palm-fringed seaside resort city famous for its picturesque beaches such as Khao […]

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Golf in Bulgaria

Golf in Bulgaria is relatively new in European terms, but Gary Player‘s Thracian Cliffs and BlackSeaRama resorts and Ian Woosnam’s Lighthouse resort have put it firmly on the golfing map. In recent years the country is making significant investments in the sport, with more courses and facilities being developed, and the lower cost of living […]

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Golf & Wine Experiences in Spain

Combine your passions for golf and wine at these superb Spanish golf resorts. Surrounded by vineyards, they offer world-class wine tours and tasting experiences. Peralada Resort in Catalonia is known for its exceptional wine tourism experiences and offers a 5-star hotel, an 18-hole golf course, and a Michelin-starred restaurant. The golf course is one of […]

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Golf in Alsace, France

With great golf courses, fine wines, Michelin-starred dining and the beautiful city of Strasbourg, the French region of Alsace is the perfect place for an idyllic golf vacation. Between the Rhine Valley and the Vosges mountains and the German and Swiss borders, Alsace is home to around a dozen courses, gorgeous countryside, an array of […]

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Golf & Wine Tasting in Bordeaux

Golf du Medoc is just one of several resorts in the Bordeaux region of south-west France that is perfect for lovers of wine and golf. Possibly the world’s most famous wine region, Bordeaux has nearly 6,000 wineries, 57 appellations, and approximately 110,000 hectares of vineyards. The region is synonymous with Cabernet Sauvignon and red wine, […]

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Best courses to play in Marrakech

Wonderful bazaars and architecture vie for attention along with luxury golf resorts and world-class courses in the Moroccan city of Marrakech at the foot of the Atlas Mountains. Tucked away in the more peaceful suburbs are great places to stay and play, and the climate here is Ideal for year-round golf with hot and sunny […]

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Best Public Courses in Los Angeles

Los Angeles‘ private golf clubs are great if you’re rich or famous, but the city has plenty of superb public courses designed by notable names where you can pay and play. So if you’re planning a golf trip to Southern California, here’s our list of the city’s best public courses you’ll be able to access […]