Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 13 May 2009
Oceânico’s stunning Amendoeira Resort has been subject to much critical acclaim since opening last year. So much so that the Amendoeira Golf Resort was voted Best Golf Resort in the World in the latest ‘Homes Overseas’ awards. To celebrate the early success of the resort, Oceânico is offering free luxury accommodation when a £500* golf package is booked before 30...
Written by TG Courses edutor on Thursday 14 May 2009
The world’s most talked about golf and safari resort has been hailed the best in Africa after scooping a prestigious tourism award. Legend Golf & Safari Resort at the Big 5 Entabeni Safari Conservancy in the Waterberg area of Limpopo, has been named Africa’s Leading Tourism Development Project at the 2009 World Travel Awards. Hailed as the “Oscars of the travel...
Written by TG Features Writer on Thursday 14 May 2009
There’s never been a better time for a golfing holiday with Portugal’s Lisbon golf coast offering spectacular savings with their Summer Special Green Fees. The Lisbon golf coast is the perfect destination for a golf getaway as it boasts some of the best tracks in Europe and a cool Atlantic breeze that means you can even play in the height of summer. Here are some...
Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 18 May 2009
HRH The Duchess of Cornwall officially opened the new 43-bedroom hotel and spa at Bowood Golf & Country Club in Wiltshire at the weekend. On arrival at Bowood – between Calne and Chippenham – Her Royal Highness was welcomed by the 9th Marquis and Marchioness of Lansdowne. Bowood has been home to the Lansdowne family since 1754. Within the western...
Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 18 May 2009
Top soccer club Sheffield United have been preparing for the most important match of their season with some warm weather training at La Manga Club. With an estimated £60m windfall available for promotion to the Premier League the Blades want to make sure nothing is left to chance ahead of their Coca-Cola Championship play-off final appearance against Burnley at Wembley. The club’s...
Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 28 May 2009
Most course renovations bring about a new look, but Middlesbrough Golf Club will still have a familiar feel to it once its renovation programme is completed. The 18-hole layout was originally designed by celebrated golf course architect James Braid and now the club is looking to bring some of the Scot’s iconic design traits and styling back to the fore. Work began...
Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 4 June 2009
Jensen Button may have been closing in on his record start to a Formula One season but Nigel Mansell didn’t seem overly concerned as he relaxed on a recent trip to La Manga Club, southern Spain The former world champion showed no worries that his five wins from five races record might be bettered as he strolled the resort’s championship fairways...
Written by TG Features Writer on Tuesday 9 June 2009
With Father’s Day on June 21 fast approaching, what better way to show your dad you care than with a golf break and a free lesson. Any UK golf break booked with www.YourGolfTravel.com for the Father’s Day weekend will earn a free a free golf lesson with a PGA pro within 25 miles of dad’s home. Father’s Day golf breaks with YourGolfTravel.com...
Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 11 June 2009
The MCB Mauritius PGA Open will take place at Constance Belle Mare Plage from Dec 8-13 – the first tournament of the year for the European Senior Tour 2010. The event has attracted valuable sponsorship from MCB (Mauritius Commercial Bank), American Express, Air Mauritius and White Sand Tours and the players will be battling it out for total prizemoney worth 230,000...
Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 18 June 2009
Golfers have the chance to enjoy their favourite sport on some of the country’s top courses while staying on a yacht that is the ultimate in luxury lifestyle. Harmony II, a luxury mega-yacht, will provide the base for groups of golfers as they play some of the best courses or watch some of the best golf this summer. The first private yacht...
Friday 19 June 2009
Fancy doing something different, something special golfing holiday-wise? Then Go Barging can certainly provide that. You’ll spend a week aboard the Scottish Highlander, a fully-crewed luxury hotel barge which drifts along tranquil waterways, including the Caledonian Canal and the world-famous Loch Ness, through some of the Scotland’s most stunning scenery. And you’ll step off to play some of Scotland’s finest courses… You’ll...
Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 22 June 2009
Marriott has launched a Group Golf offer that is both great value and ideal for golfers looking for that intimate golfing experience with friends or colleagues. This exceptional deal is available at 9 of Marriott’s Hotel and Country Clubs, which are conveniently located around the UK. Available seven days a week until the end of April 2010, this unique Group...
Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 6 July 2009
De Vere’s stunning Carrick on Loch Lomond golf course welcomed its touring professional, 1999 Open Champion, Paul Lawrie and 19 European Tour stars as the Paul Lawrie Foundation hosted a special fund raising event on the eve of the Barclay’s Scottish Open. To open proceedings local school children were invited to the picturesque resort to enjoy a short game clinic...
Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 7 July 2009
Liverpool’s flying Spanish winger, Albert Riera, is the latest celebrity golfer to enjoy a round at prestigious Majorcan course Son Gual. For the £8m, 13-times-capped former Mallorca man it was a trip home, as he was born in the nearby town of Manacor, 28 years ago. Riera’s Liverpool team-mates returned to training on Monday while the winger, whose season had been...
Written by TG Staff Writer on Thursday 16 July 2009
Great value is par for the course when you play golf at Marriott’s 11 Hotel & Country Clubs in the UK and Ireland. Beautifully maintained in stunning surroundings, experience the ultimate range of championship courses and lavish off-course facilities at unbelievable prices. Group Golf days from £44 per person Test your skills and catch up with your golfing buddies over lunch or...
Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 20 July 2009
The Park Course at Goodwood is introducing it’s first ever “Open Week” giving golfers the opportunity to play this established 18 hole course for just £10 from Monday 7th to Sunday 13th September. This charming 6,650 yard “pay and play” course is situated next to The Goodwood Hotel and is surrounded by eighteenth century cedars giving the impression of a course...
Monday 20 July 2009
Summer visitors at the prestigious La Manga Club complex will be offered the opportunity to win their 2010 holiday free of charge, thanks to the launch of an exciting new initiative from the award-winning resort. Guests staying between July 15 and August 31, 2009 at either the five-star Hotel La Manga Club Príncipe Felipe or at the serviced apartments and townhouses at...
Written by TG Staff Writer on Thursday 23 July 2009
Saturday 3rd October From 9:30H “The Arcos Gardens Invitational” Format: 4bbb stableford Tees Men- white Ladies- blue Prizes: will be awarded to the first 3 teams and the winners will be honoured with the annual trophy Size of field approx 80 players (Maximum 3 guests per member) 19:30H Drink Reception. 20:00H Special Gala Dinner & Prize Giving Competition: 20€ per team...
Written by TG Courses Editor on Monday 27 July 2009
Renowned for its championship golf courses and high standards of service, Marriott has reduced its Corporate Day package by an amazing 50 % to offer businesses an ideal opportunity to indulge their most valued clients without breaking the bank. This special no-compromise offer is available at 9 of Marriott’s Hotel and Country Clubs, which are conveniently located around the UK. Ranging...
Written by TG Travel Writer on Tuesday 4 August 2009
During August, book a 2-ball at either Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club or Emirates Golf Club’s Majlis and Faldo courses, and pay only 1 green fee! Enjoy 2-for-1 green fees on these championship courses from Sunday to Thursday, including cart and range balls. Please quote ‘2-for-1’ when making a reservation and take advantage of our 7 day booking policy. Visitor...