Good News for Golfers Flying to Asia
It will now be easier to catch a flight from India or Sweden to play golf in sunny Asia. VietJet has expanded its roundtrip flights between India and Vietnam from 28 to 34 per week, operating eight routes. There are daily services from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Ahmedabad; four weekly flights from […]
Asia’s Secret Weapon!
Recently, a group of Scottish caddies got together for a tournament at the end of their summer season. Meanwhile, here in SE Asia, the caddies are preparing for what is expected to be a bumper season. Of course, the experience and knowledge of the game are part of the experience of playing with a Scottish […]
2 Phuket Golf Courses Are Sisters
Although sister courses, the only thing in common about Loch Palm Golf Club and Red Mountain Golf Club is the common drive way entrance and pedigree. Owned by MBK (the same company who owns the famous Bangkok shopping center), each of these two Phuket golf courses presents itself to the visiting golfer in very different […]
Where To Golf In Thailand – A City Or A Resort?
Thailand has 5 main golf destinations, two are cities (Bangkok and Chiang Mai) and three are beach resorts (Hua Hin, Pattaya, and Phuket). Bangkok is home to over 10 million residents. However, it’s safe to say that Bangkok has the most golf courses of any destination in Thailand. There are 60 golf courses located within […]
Golf Holiday Destination Thailand
Why golf in Thailand? Thailand is probably the most spectacular golfing destination in the world, the beauty of her golf courses expresses it all. We have lush greenery year round with palm trees and every other type of tropical flora and flowers creating a feast for the eyes. Beautiful lakes and waterways, birds you’ve never […]
Golf In Turkey Versus Golf In Thailand
Here are my rankings on the golfing in these 2 countries on a scale of 1-10 with 10 being best. Quality (30%) Turkey (8): Golf in Turkey is well-developed, especially the area around Belek (Antalya). There are some 15 golf courses to choose from here, all being located only 30 minutes from the main resorts. […]
Golf In Russia Versus Golf In Thailand
Here are my rankings on the golfing in these 2 countries on a scale of 1-10 with 10 being best. Quality (30%) Russia (5): There are only 20 golf courses in Russia and most are located in and around Moscow. The best golf club is the Jack Nicklaus designed Tseleevo Golf and Polo Club. The […]
Golf In Qatar Versus Golf In Thailand
Here are my rankings on the golfing in these 2 countries on a scale of 1-10 with 10 being best. Quality (30%)Qatar (7): There is only 1 golf course in Qatar and since 1998 Doha Golf Club has hosted a European and Asian Tour event; the Qatar Masters. The quality of Doha Golf Club somewhat […]
Golf In Portugal Versus Golf In Thailand
Here are my rankings on the golfing in these 2 countries on a scale of 1-10 with 10 being best. Quality (30%) Portugal (9): Even though there are only 70 golf courses Portugal is one of Europe’s best golf destinations. The Algarve region is the most famous golfing area and the best course there is […]
Golf In New Zealand Versus Golf In Thailand
Here are my rankings on the golfing in these 2 countries on a scale of 1-10 with 10 being best. Quality (30%)New Zealand (10): With over 400 golf courses, New Zealand is a golfer’s paradise. My 2 favorite New Zealand golf courses are Cape Kidnappers and Paraparaumu Beach, both of which rival any of the […]