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Amateur Golf

Europe’s Best Pro-Am Golf Events for Amateurs

If you’re an amateur golfer who’s dreamed of teeing off alongside a touring pro (or a movie star), Europe has a surprisingly rich calendar of pro-am opportunities — from world-famous links weekends on the Fife coast to sun-soaked charity weeks in the Algarve. Here you’ll find a selection of standout events, what makes each one […]

Course Reviews

Top 10 Par‑3s You’ll Never Forget

Golf is a game of precision, patience, and moments that take your breath away. While long par‑4s and par‑5s often steal the spotlight, there’s something uniquely memorable about a par‑3. These holes condense all the drama of golf into a single, often nerve‑wracking shot. One swing can make or break your round, testing not only […]

Course Reviews

The Architects Behind Europe’s Most Iconic Courses

Europe’s golfing landscape is defined not only by its centuries-old clubs and dramatic scenery, but by the visionaries who shaped these courses into global icons. From rugged Scottish coastlines to the sun-soaked hills of Southern Spain, the continent’s most beloved golf experiences would not exist without the creativity, engineering skill, and philosophy of its master […]

Destinations

Europe’s Best Resorts for Couples

For couples who love golf — but also care about beauty, comfort, and a little romance — Europe offers a dazzling array of resorts where fairways meet fairy‑tale settings. From sun‑drenched Mediterranean coastlines to serene Alpine lakes, here are some of the best golf escapes for two. Royal Bled Golf & Country Club — Alpine […]

Contests

The Skins Game: Results & Overview

For decades, The Skins Game was one of golf’s most entertaining and unconventional events. First staged in 1983, it stood apart from traditional tournaments by using a match format where four invited players competed hole by hole for cash “skins.” A player won a skin only by taking a hole outright; ties caused skins to […]

Community

Rewilding the Rough: Nature-First Golf Design

For more than a century, golf-course architecture largely pushed the landscape toward manicured uniformity — closely mown turf, sculpted bunkers, irrigation systems working overtime and roughs that behaved more like semi-fairways than natural habitat. Today, a very different design philosophy is gaining momentum. “Rewilding the rough” invites nature back in, restoring the textures, unpredictability and […]

Course Reviews

The History Behind the Ryder Cup Courses

Few sporting events carry as much tradition, rivalry, and architectural prestige as the Ryder Cup. Every two years, the world’s finest golfers arrive at a venue that becomes more than just a golf course — it becomes the battleground for national pride and unforgettable sporting drama. Yet behind every Ryder Cup lies a story not […]

Destinations

Golfing the Mediterranean: From Costa Brava to Sicily

Stretching from the rugged Catalan coast of northeastern Spain to the sun-kissed shores of Sicily, the Mediterranean offers one of Europe’s most enchanting — and varied — backdrops for a golf holiday. From pine-forest fairways with Pyrenean peaks as backdrop to coastal links teetering on cliffs above turquoise seas, this route connects contrasting but equally […]

Destinations

How to Choose Between Spain’s Top Golf Regions

Spain has long been one of Europe’s most magnetic golf destinations. With more than 400 golf courses, a mild year-round climate, dramatic landscapes, and easy international access, choosing where to play can feel overwhelming — even for seasoned golfers. The good news: each of Spain’s top golf regions has its own personality, rhythm, and strengths. […]

Clubs

Sami Välimäki’s Breakthrough WITB at The RSM Classic

Finland’s rising star Sami Välimäki delivered a statement win at The RSM Classic, becoming the first Finnish player to triumph on the PGA Tour. His composed final-round 66 at Sea Island sealed a 23-under finish and showcased a player whose confidence is clearly catching up with his talent. While his victory was fueled by sharp […]

Community

Essential Etiquette for International Golfing

Golf may be a global sport, but how it’s played — and more importantly, how players are expected to behave — can vary subtly or significantly from country to country. Whether you’re teeing off on a seaside links in Scotland, navigating the precision of a Japanese private club, or enjoying resort golf in the Caribbean, […]

Course Reviews

Europe’s Most Photogenic Golf Holes

Europe is home to some of the world’s most breathtaking golf landscapes — places where the game merges with dramatic coastlines, alpine peaks, castle ruins, and centuries-old terrain shaped by wind and sea. These are the holes that stop golfers in their tracks, where scenery becomes as memorable as the shots themselves. Below is a […]

Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship

Aaron Rai’s Winning WITB at Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship

Aaron Rai’s victory at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship felt both inevitable and thrilling. On the brilliant fairways of Yas Links he produced birdies when it mattered, held his nerve in a playoff and claimed the title with his usual calm confidence. What makes this win even more fascinating for gear-fans is the fact that […]

Course Reviews

The Best Golf Courses Near Pinehurst That Aren’t Pinehurst No. 2

When golfers think of North Carolina, one name inevitably comes to mind — Pinehurst No. 2. Designed by the legendary Donald Ross, it’s a course that’s hosted U.S. Opens, PGA Championships, and countless bucket-list rounds. But what many players overlook is that Pinehurst’s golf magic doesn’t end there. Just beyond the gates of No. 2 […]

Course Reviews

The Els Club Vilamoura: Golfing Grandeur in the Algarve

In the golden heart of Portugal’s Algarve coast lies a golf course that seamlessly blends championship heritage with contemporary elegance — The Els Club Vilamoura. Known previously as the Dom Pedro Victoria Golf Course, this revered venue has not only stood the test of time but is now enjoying a brilliant renaissance under the direction […]

Media & Press

What to Know About the 2025 Walker Cup at Cypress Point

A Historic Stage: Cypress Point Returns to the Spotlight The 50th Walker Cup unfolded on September 6–7, 2025, at the iconic Cypress Point Club in Pebble Beach, California. Designed by Alister MacKenzie and Robert Hunter, the course is celebrated for its dramatic seaside holes and exclusivity. This was the first Walker Cup held at Cypress […]

Accessories

Mastering Golf Course Style: What to Wear for a Winning Look

Golf is a sport steeped in tradition, and proper attire is a crucial part of respecting the game and its decorum. Whether you’re a golf professional or stepping onto the course for the first time, dressing the part can elevate your experience. Let’s break down how to strike the perfect balance between comfort, style, and […]

Clubs

Introducing the TaylorMade Qi35: Revolutionizing the Driver Game

TaylorMade has set a new benchmark in golf technology with the release of the Qi35 series. This innovative line of drivers delivers unparalleled performance, precision, and customization, catering to golfers of all levels. With four distinct models – Qi35 LS, Qi35, Qi35 MAX, and Qi35 MAX LITE – the Qi35 lineup offers something for everyone. […]

Course Reviews

World’s 10 Best Golf Resorts

Trump Turnberry and Pebble Beach feature in our list of the 10 best golf resorts around the world, from Europe to the United States, Asia, Dubai and New Zealand. Trump Turnberry, Scotland Set on the beautifully rugged Firth of Clyde along the Ayrshire coastline in southwest Scotland, Trump Turnberry provides 5-star facilities with the main […]

Destinations

The Best of Portuguese Golf: Exclusive Stay & Play Offers

Portugal’s stay & play options combine luxurious resorts with Michelin-starred dining and golf at some of Europe’s best courses including a Jack Nicklaus signature design. Conrad Algarve Hotel with golf at Quinta do Lago Golf + Monte Rei Golf & Country Club Conrad Algarve is a 5-star hotel located in the resort town of Quinta […]

Course Reviews

Apes Hill Resort, Barbados

Apes Hill Resort on the Caribbean island of Barbados boasts a palm-fringed championship golf course, luxurious villas, nature trails and a host of 5-star amenities. Located 1,000 feet above sea level across 470 acres of lush tropical forest, the resort enjoys breathtaking panoramic views of both the east and west coasts of the island. Just […]

Course Reviews

Golfing Paradise in Mauritius

Stay at one of these four luxury resorts in the Indian Ocean paradise of Mauritius and play unlimited golf at courses designed by Bernhard Langer and Ernie Els. Luxury hotel group Sunlife has four incredible resorts in Mauritius to choose from, each with privileged access to a Bernhard Langer golf course on its very own […]

Course Reviews

Exotic Golf Getaways to Morocco

Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech and Tikida Golf Palace Agadir offer guests 5-star relaxation as well as great golf including playing a Jack Nicklaus design in Morocco. On the North African coast, Morocco is hot and sunny during the summer months and averages around a pleasant 20°C over the winter period, ideal for year-round golf. Places […]

Course Reviews

Greek Golf Odyssey: Discover Costa Navarino

Stay at luxury resorts W Costa Navarino, The Westin Resort or The Romanos and play at four golf courses designed by Jose Maria Olazabal, Bernhard Langer and Robert Trent Jones Jr. Costa Navarino in the Greece Peloponnese is one of Europe‘s premier destinations for golfers, home to a collection of five-star resorts and world-class golf […]

Destinations

Golf in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Punta Cana on the east coast of the Dominican Republic is one of the most beautiful regions of the Caribbean and is home to luxury hotels and golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio and Pete Dye. The region offers crystal clear waters, stunning beaches and a glorious tropical climate. It’s also close to […]