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Minthis Hills in Cyprus

Minthis Hills offers everything you would expect of a luxury golf resort, set in the vineyards of Paphos in Cyprus and home to a fantastic Mackenzie & Ebert 18-hole golf course. This five-star resort is located in the wine producing region of Paphos in west Cyprus, just 20km from Paphos International Airport. The setting is […]

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Tropical golf in Hainan Island, China

China‘s tropical Hainan Island is home to the world’s largest golf complex and boasts luxury resorts and courses designed by stellar names such as Nicklaus, Weiskopf, Norman and Faldo. The island enjoys beautiful weather with year-round temperatures between 20 and 32 degrees and white sandy beaches lined with palm trees, as well as some of […]

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Last-minute Christmas 2023 golf escapes

Fancy a last-minute winter golf break to some sunshine? These great golf resorts in the Algarve, Turkey, Dubai and Mallorca might inspire you to pack your bags. The Algarve, Portugal The winter temperature in the Algarve is usually around 18 degrees with plenty of sunshine. One of the best resorts is Quinta do Lago, just […]

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World’s best Par 3 courses

Tiger Woods’ short track at Pebble Beach features in our list of the world’s best par-3 courses along with layouts in France, Oregon, Bali and New Zealand. The Farm, Arrowtown, New Zealand Set in a glacial valley in the Southern Alps on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, The Hills Golf Resort is blessed with some […]

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WannaHaves: Top 5 destinations this winter

We pick the best places to stay and play in Abu Dhabi, Marbella, Morocco, South Africa and Tenerife for a golfing getaway to the sun. Abu Dhabi Temperatures around 25°C from January to April make Abu Dhabi the perfect winter golf getaway. The fantastic golf courses here include The National at the Abu Dhabi Golf […]

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Winelands of South Africa: De Zalze Golf

De Zalze Golf is the perfect choice for fans of great golf and wine, set in the footsteps of the Helderberg Mountains in the heart of South Africa‘s Winelands. Cape Winelands Around an hour east of Cape Town and you’re in the mountain-backed rolling green valleys of the Winelands region, which has become one of […]

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Faldo’s Elea Club in Cyprus

Sir Nick Faldo’s 18-hole layout at Elea Club has taken Cypriot golf to a new level and is ranked by All Square as the best golf course in Cyprus. The island is blessed with a perfect Mediterranean climate for golfers and the best golf courses are less than an hour from each other, close to […]

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Play Golf on your Stag or Hen Weekend

There’s plenty of great options if you want to include a round of golf during your trip to one of Europe’s stag and hen party capitals. Prague The capital of the Czech Republic is regularly voted among the best stag and hen do destinations in the world. It’s got some of the best beer in […]

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Golf in the Netherlands

Home to around 250 courses with many accessible to visitors, golfers are spoilt for choice from the excellent links courses on the North Sea coast to great heathland layouts. Although many golf courses in the Netherlands are member’s clubs, it’s usually easy to book a tee-time as even the most exclusive clubs are mostly welcoming […]

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Real Club de Golf El Prat

Combine a memorable city break to Barcelona with golf at Real Club de Golf El Prat, less than half an hour away with 45 world-class holes designed by Greg Norman. El Prat is wonderfully located in the natural beauty of Llorenc del Munt l’Obac National Park, a peaceful nature reserve only 20km or so from […]

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Team USA for the 2023 Ryder Cup

Zach Johnson’s six captain’s picks have completed Team USA for the 2023 Ryder Cup. Here’s the team in detail – and why it proved controversial. The Team USA captain already had his six automatic qualifiers locked in following the conclusion of the BMW Championship on August 20. Those players finished in the top six in […]

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World’s most beautiful clubhouses

We list the world’s most beautiful clubhouses, from Abu Dhabi’s Falcon and Wentworth’s historic castle to a space-age design originally intended to be the home of Marilyn Monroe. Abu Dhabi Golf Club, UAE The dramatic Falcon clubhouse at this Peter Harradine-designed course pays homage to the United Arab Emirates’ national birds and the importance of […]

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Why Cyprus is perfect for a Golf Break

Cyprus is blessed with a perfect Mediterranean climate for golfers and the best golf courses are less than an hour of each other, close to world-class hotels and resorts. The island enjoys a warm climate that’s perfect for year-round golf. Temperatures generally range from winter lows of 17°C to warm highs of 31°C in the […]

Travel

Best public golf courses to play in Florida

Florida‘s warm, sunny climate and manicured fairways attract golfers from around the world – and some of its best golf courses are public-access venues. The Sunshine State has more than 1,250 courses, more than any other state, and many of the most famous are open to the green-fee paying public. TPC Sawgrass: In Ponte Vedra […]

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Northern golf: Escape the heat this summer

With record temperatures hitting the traditional golfing locations of southern Europe, here’s some great options for a golf break in the cooler north. We pick some excellent courses and accommodation options around northern Europe where you can avoid the heat. Munich, Germany Münchener Golf Club / Hotel Bayerischer Hof Located close to the heart of […]

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Top 10 most breathtaking golf courses: UK & Ireland

Did we leave any of your favourites out? Here’s our countdown of the Top 10 most breathtaking golf courses in the UK & Ireland. 10: Staley Hall (Hunting), England Sometimes called the ‘Augusta of the North’ thanks to its blooming rhododendrons, undulating greens and towering Pines, this manicured and beautiful parkland course in the north […]

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Family-friendly golf resorts in Europe

Check out these superb golf resorts in Europe where you’ll be able to play great courses while keeping the kids entertained for a memorable vacation. Some of the best golf resorts in Europe excel when it comes to providing a great blend of golf and family activities. Terre Blanche Hotel Spa Golf Resort in Provence, […]