There is no doubt that Scotland is golf’s holy land; the birthplace of the game itself as well as some of its greatest players. But for centuries, since golf began here some 400-odd years ago, there has been a question over where in Scotland offers the greatest golf experience. There’s East Lothian, with…
CLICK FOR MORECosta Navarino stretches out along the breathtaking Peloponnese peninsula, once the playground of Greek Gods and heroes. Myths and legends brought to life by some of Europe’s earliest communities in these parts have enthralled and inspired mere mortals for centuries. The ancient Palace of Nestor, nestled in the hills overlooking the idyllic Ionian…
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As a golfing destination, Costa Navarino has it all: attractive accommodation, striking scenery, fabulous food and, as I’ve written elsewhere,…
When my wife told me this year’s family holiday was to a golf resort in Spain, I couldn’t have been…
From the 5th tee of the La Hacienda Alcaidesa Links, I can see it all: the sparkling Mediterranean, the iconic…
The boom in demand for couples’ golf trips shows no signs of abating, with the sector having grown exponentially over the past three years. These trips can be a brilliant way for couples to spend time together, whether they share a love for golf or not and Hilton Head, one of America’s great…
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San Diego, with its stunning coastal scenery, perfect weather and rich golfing heritage, has so much to offer. This vibrant…
Nebraska may not traditionally have been the first place which came to mind when thinking about the world’s great golf…
It was the music, that damn music that saunters into the living room each April, coercing me into four days…
Love at first sight is a fickle concept in golf, but Barnbougle Dunes had me at ‘good morning.’ I had arrived at this fabled golfing destination in the dead of night. Through the darkness I found my way to my bed and fell asleep dreaming of what lay in wait. I was awake…
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Nothing can prepare you for the glorious sense of isolation and escape that envelops you at Silvies Valley Ranch. We…
From the moment you enter The Lodge at Prince’s Golf Club it’s clear you’re following in the footsteps of champions.…
St Andrews and Chariots of Fire: the association immediately brings to mind the evocative opening moments of the celebrated Oscar-winning…
Eden Roc Cap Cana, one of the Caribbean’s most luxurious resorts, is introducing golf butlers to help guests with their every golfing need. Situated in the Dominican Republic, Cap Cana has long been considered one of the Caribbean’s most exciting golf destinations, but now it is taking things to the next level. With…
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For a for few years, Te Arai Links felt like a myth. Its ultra-exclusive and highly-acclaimed sister property, Tara Iti,…
The UK and Ireland may be home to some of the world’s most historic and revered golf courses but continental…
St. George in Utah is one of the most densely populated golf destinations in the entire United States. It boasts…
Here’s an admission to kick off with: I’ve never been on a golf trip before. Golf has been like an old friend to me; floating in and out of my life, squeezing in time together when we can and picking up where we left off after long periods of separation. It’s constantly in…
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I could’ve kept playing The Cradle until the men in white coats arrived to carry me away. Pinehurst‘s enchanting short…
For golfers with a sense of wanderlust and an urge to explore the game’s great outposts, the name of Lofoten…
Plans: everyone I speak to at Aroeira Golf has a plan. Plans to tinker with the two tree-lined 18 hole…
Golf trips are sacred: they’re opportunities to experience new destinations, create lifelong memories and to spend time with your people. The likes of Pinehurst, Bandon and the great links courses of Scotland and Ireland might immediately spring to mind when you’re going through your bucket list but sometimes straying off the beaten track…
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There will always be a special place in my heart for Celtic Manor. It was here that I covered my…
When my wife threw Panama into the ring for a potential family holiday, my mind raced through what I knew…
It was an iconic image which travelled around the world: Bernhard Langer, with a shock of blonde hair, at Fulford…
Gone are the days when people travel to Belfast to see a city emerging from a turbulent past. Impressions of once-abandoned industrial sites have long since been replaced by this vibrant, pulsating, modern metropolis which is clearly packed with visitors from every corner of the world as we walk the streets here. Belfast…
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The grandeur of Woodsome Hall Golf Club speaks for itself. From the moment you drive through the gates of this…
No committees, no captains and a casual approach to clothing – welcome to Centurion Golf Club: where the normal rules…
There is no doubt that Scotland is golf’s holy land; the birthplace of the game itself as well as some…
It’s an hour before sunset at The Cliff Hotel, Cardigan and we’re watching a pod of dolphins play in the water below us. This stunning corner of Wales has unquestionably taken a piece of all our hearts during our time here – our two-year-old will spend the much of the journey home screaming…
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It was an iconic image which travelled around the world: Bernhard Langer, with a shock of blonde hair, at Fulford…
Bobby Jones hit the nail on the head when he said of Sunningdale Old Course, “I wish I could take…
During its celebrated history, Moortown Golf Club has grown accustomed to hosting the greats of the game and providing the…
From the moment you enter The Lodge at Prince’s Golf Club it’s clear you’re following in the footsteps of champions. A photograph hangs in the reception area showing Colin Morikawa drinking from the Claret Jug in joyous celebration. It was taken in the bar here on the night he won The Open next…
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The views across St Patrick’s Links to Sheephaven Bay would’ve been enough to take my breath away if the wind…
Bobby Jones hit the nail on the head when he said of Sunningdale Old Course, “I wish I could take…
Bandon Dunes Golf Resort is one of our game’s great destinations. This three-mile stretch of golf heaven occupies a grassy…
It’s early on a crisp spring morning and my eyes are sweeping across Mount Juliet golf course taking it all in – it’s hard to imagine a more tranquil, elegant place to spend time. From the moment you drive through the gates of this sprawling country estate in County Kilkenny, Ireland, there is…
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Hidden away on the County Wicklow coast, just south of Brittas Bay, you’ll The European Club – a links like…
Rosapenna Hotel & Golf Resort, in County Donegal, Ireland, has announced the launch of a new event for 2024, offering…
Hebden Bridge Golf Club is a place wonderfully untroubled by the march of time. Golf, at times, feels barely recognisable:…
In 2023, Italy will host its first Ryder Cup. The Marco Simone Golf Club, just outside Rome, is staging the biennial contest between Europe and the United States, and while most fans will base themselves in the Eternal City for the contest, those looking to lengthen their trip would do well to consider…
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Here’s an admission to kick off with: I’ve never been on a golf trip before. Golf has been like an…
At their best, golf courses captures the soul of their surroundings, gradually revealing a place over 18 unique chapters: never…
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The view from our balcony at the sumptuous Links House Dornoch is one you could never grow tired of. A few yards to our left is the 1st tee of one of the world’s greatest golf courses, abuzz with greenkeepers, golfers and walkers. To our right is the conservation village of Dornoch with…
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From bubble wrap terrain to ocean side views, Murcar Links brings the challenge all gofers want and dangles the rewards…
From the moment you enter The Lodge at Prince’s Golf Club it’s clear you’re following in the footsteps of champions.…
It was 3 in the morning and I was running towards the 1st tee of the Old Course, St Andrews.…
It would be understandable if Dundonald Links felt just a little threatened by Ayrshire’s embarrassment of golfing riches. After all it sits within minutes of storied Open venues such as Royal Troon and Prestwick Golf Club. Another, Turnberry, is 30 minutes down the coast. Wonderful Western Gailes is within a wedge. Barassie, Glasgow…
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It’s early on a glorious July morning as I turn left through the gates of Hillside Golf Club. The place…
Royal Portrush Golf Club is, without question, one of the world’s great links. It has, of course, grown accustomed to…
Even at first glance, it is obvious Lahinch is not just another seaside town. Golf is woven into the fabric…
Our adventure to the Inner Hebrides had to begin by road and involve taking to the water. Like real travellers. In my mind, it was the only way to prepare ourselves for our time on Islay. Yes, you can board a tiny flight from Glasgow and be preparing yourself to land just almost…
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We have already waxed lyrical about the stupendous golf experience at The Machrie, but that’s only part of what makes…
You can’t visit Islay or write about this island without mentioning the peat. In days gone by it was the…
A day or two at The Machrie Hotel is all it takes to understand why so many who visit Islay…
It feels almost disrespectful to describe The Petwood simply as one of the best hotels near Woodhall Spa Golf Club, because the truth is, it’s so much more. This is a place where the history of those who have walked these corridors and wiled away the hours in the stunning Edwardian gardens, lives…
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There’s no escaping that the Bracken Course at Woodhall Spa Golf Club is, like many other fabulous venues the world…
There’s a rare sense of stillness and tranquillity as you walk Woodhall Spa’s iconic Hotchkin Course. This secluded, unassuming corner…
The UK and Ireland may be home to some of the world’s most historic and revered golf courses but continental Europe is also full of incredible places to play golf. Here we look at five of mainland Europe’s most stunning golf resorts. each of which simply cannot be ignored. 1. Finca Cortesin, Spain…
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New Zealand is in the midst of a golf boom: new courses are being built, existing courses restored and airport…
For a for few years, Te Arai Links felt like a myth. Its ultra-exclusive and highly-acclaimed sister property, Tara Iti,…
At their best, golf courses captures the soul of their surroundings, gradually revealing a place over 18 unique chapters: never…
Rudding Park in Harrogate, Yorkshire boasts such a breadth of offerings - from golf to spa and beyond - that it will find a way to appeal to almost everyone who visits…
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Hebden Bridge Golf Club is a place wonderfully untroubled by the march of time. Golf, at times, feels barely recognisable:…
In these parts, the story goes that during the 1950s Huddersfield was home to the highest number of Rolls-Royces per…
Ganton Golf Club is a truly extraordinary place. There is a stillness to it, a timeless elegance. It’s as if…
The Portmarnock Hotel and Links is set on a stunning stretch of coastline and boasts a stunning Bernard Langer-designed golf course and a beautiful, luxurious hotel. The Wandering Golfers went to see it for themselves…
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Nestled in a quiet enclave along one of Ireland’s most stunning stretches of uninterrupted coastline, this renamed and remodelled links…
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Castlerock Golf Club is yet another unmissable stop on Northern Ireland’s spectacular Causeway Coast. To the west are the rolling…