Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 10 January 2013
If you fancy a rip-roaring, all-action golfing break then the inaugural Las Vegas Wide Open on Friday May 17-19 will definitely deliver the goods. This fantastic event has it all including quality golf, gambling (of course) and guns. You’ll even be staying at the legendary MGM Grand Hotel! The Vegas Wide Open is a new tournament and will see 18 teams doing...
Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 14 January 2013
An exciting, first-time-ever event – the Scottish Champion of Champions – is to take place at magical Machrihanish Dunes on successive weekends in April. The Ladies’ Champion of Champions is scheduled for April 12-13 with the mens event taking place the following weekend (Apr 19-20). Machrihanish Dunes is inviting all Scottish club champions to join in the action and, bring a guest…and compete...
Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 16 January 2013
If you book your golf break by the end of January for travel any time in 2013 you can pick up some amazing rewards through Golfbreaks.com Depending on the size of the party and the destination, rewards up for grabs include Bonus Breakpoints worth up to £600 and the award-winning, adjustable TaylorMade R11s driver. The bonus points can be redeemed against...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Wednesday 16 January 2013
The Wilmslow Golf Club are offering golfers in the North West the chance to get their game into shape for 2013 at their new state of the art Player Performance Centre. The practice facility is open for tuition and custom fitting to members and non-members and has been kitted out with the latest equipment including a TrackMan launch monitor for ball flight analysis.
Written by TG Courses editor on Friday 25 January 2013
More then 7,000 of you voted in the Today’s Golfer Travel Awards, which recognise the best courses and resorts in Britain, Ireland and continental Europe. Once again, the TG Travel Awards have provided a massive hit having again been sponsored by premier UK-based golf tour operator Your Golf Travel. TG Editor Chris Jones said: “These are the only golf travel awards nominated...
Written by TG Courses editor on Friday 18 January 2013
No, you’re not seeing things: you could soon be on your way to the magical Portuguese capital and enjoying up to nine rounds of unlimited golf for a mere £89 per person! This amazing deal is available through UK-based golf travel operator Glencor Golf and is available for travel until February 15th, 2013. But you need to be quick off the...
Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 21 January 2013
Experienced professional Gary Silcock has become a part of La Manga Club’s illustrious golfing history after being appointed as the new director of golf at the luxury resort in Murcia, Spain. Silcock has a proven track record in the golf industry having worked at a number of top resorts worldwide over the last two decades including St Andrews’ Old Course Hotel,...
Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 21 January 2013
UK golfers have an opportunity to take part in Abama Golf & Spa Resort’s fourth international pro-Am which is being staged from March 14-17. Since its launch, the prestigious tournament at the five-star resort has attracted Spanish super model Andres Velencoso, ex-Real Madrid and FC Barcelona midfielder Luis Figo and former Real Madrid star Guti. With Porsche sponsoring, professionals and amateurs worldwide...
Written by 2-FORE!-1 Golf on Tuesday 22 January 2013
The county of Sussex is the home of some top quality golf courses and fortunately many belong to the 2-FORE!-1 scheme and offer half-price golf with a 2-FORE!-1 voucher. Here are a handful of Sussex’s 2-FORE!-1 finest: *Crowborough Beacon – Tight mature heathland layout which is always in outstanding playing condition. Watch out for the star 5th hole which requires a long drive...
Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 23 January 2013
The new Centurion Club near St Albans may not open until the middle of 2013 but already it has been lauded for setting a new benchmark for premium golfing facilities within the UK. Its picturesque 7,200-yard golf club has already been described as a modern classic and that is an accolade which is likely to be endorsed when it opens for...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Thursday 24 January 2013
De Vere have been crowned the ‘People’s Choice’ in our annual Travel Awards as The Belfry and Carden Park headline the honours for the UK’s leading golf resort chain. They swooped six awards in total, which are voted for by our readers and held in association with leading golf travel operator Your Golf Travel. Several De Vere Golf Resorts were recognised in the regional categories that make up the...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Thursday 24 January 2013
Following a successful week surrounding the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship, The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort has launched some ‘Championship Golf Packages’. Golfers will be able to indulge in the experience enjoyed by the likes of world number one golfer Rory McIlroy, thanks to the St. Regis bespoke service combined with a tee-time at the adjoining and highly impressive Saadiyat Beach Golf Club,...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Monday 28 January 2013
The United States Golf Association (USGA) has announced that Winged Foot Golf Club near New York will host the 2020 US Open Championship. “We’re thrilled to bring the US Open back to this outstanding club,” said Thomas O’Toole Jr, USGA Vice President and Championship Committee chairman. “Winged Foot offers a spectacular setting in a dynamic market, and has justifiably earned its reputation as one of the...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Wednesday 30 January 2013
Swing Golf Vacations in Ireland are celebrating the upcoming golf season with three special offers, including trips to Killarney, Tralee and Cork. The first deal offers golfers the chance to play one round on each of the Killarney Golf & Fishing Clubs courses – Killarney Killeen (the host venue of the 2010 and 2011 Irish Open) and Killarney Mahonys Pt, with two nights of accommodation...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Wednesday 30 January 2013
Lumine Mediterránea Beach & Golf Community is set to cement its status as one of Europe’s most alluring new golf resorts, having been bestowed the honour of hosting a series of high-profile tournaments and industry events in 2013. Located in the heart of the Costa Daurada region in Spain, Lumine has 45-holes of championship golf alongside leisure and accommodation facilities. Highlights of...
Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 4 February 2013
Golfers visiting the Costa Brava this winter will have the chance to combine the unforgettable experience of playing Spain’s best golf course with a true alpine pursuit. “Skiing in Costa Brava has always been a family affair, with resorts devoting their attention to crèches, snow parks and other facilities for the little ones,” commented Ramon Ramos, Director at Costa Brava Girona Tourist...
Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 4 February 2013
The World Top 100 Majlis Course at Emirates Golf Club has welcomed widespread praise from the European Tour’s top golfers and international broadcasters throughout the Omega Dubai Desert Classic. Following multi-million pound investment into the course’s irrigation to enhance the quality and consistency of all playing surfaces, the final tournament of the ‘Desert Swing’ proved the ultimate test for the upgraded facility. Ken Brown,...
Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 5 February 2013
Mill Ride Golf & Country Club based in Ascot, Berkshire has recently been buoyed by news of a change in ownership. Previous owners Country Club Group completed the sale of Mill Ride on 2nd January 2013 to the company Jeffrey&Hillary UK Ltd which is controlled by Mr. Jeffrey Chao a majority shareholder in global networking products giant TP-Link. The Club...
Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 6 February 2013
Avoid the UK’s notorious April showers this year by heading to Majorca to take advantage of three new, four-star, golf-break packages which include Club de Golf Alcanada – voted the best on the island in a recent survey of travelling golfers. With an average of nearly eight hours sunshine each day during April, Mallorca provides the ideal respite from the damp...
Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 6 February 2013
In a move designed to encourage amateur golfers to play with PGA professionals abroad – and to savour the region’s wonderful wine – Château des Vigiers, near Bergerac, France, is staging the first Saint-Emilion Crus Classés Trophy between May 31-June 2. This is an event where the true spirit of wine, golf, gastronomy and friendship comes together. Players from all over...