• Golf Course Industry: Golf tourism ticking back up in Vietnam

    In recent years, Vietnam has forged a reputation as Asia’s ultimate bucket-list golf destination. Big-name architects including Sir Nick Faldo (the designer of Laguna Golf Lang Co), Jack Nicklaus, Greg Norman and Robert Trent Jones Jr. have made their mark with a string of incredible layouts the length and breadth of the Southeast Asian country. Global accolades for the nation, meanwhile, including the coveted title of World’s Best Golf Destination at the 2021 World Golf Awards, fueled pent-up demand for travel during a period when Vietnam’s borders remained largely closed.

    Tue 26 April 2022

  • BW Hotelier: Vietnam looking at revival of golf travel

    Vietnam has succeeded in placing itself as a key bucket-list golf destination, with Nick Faldo, Jack Nicklaus, Greg Norman, and Robert Trent Jones Jr having laid out vast golf courses in the country. Another thing that is working for Vietnam is the fact that the country has received many global accolades, including the title of World’s Best Golf Destination at the 2021 World Golf Awards.

    Tue 26 April 2022

  • The Portugal News: Best golf course in Portugal announced

    Quinta do Lago South golf course, a luxury resort in the Algarve, has been declared the Best Golf Course in Portugal by the World Golf Awards 2021.

    Tue 19 April 2022

  • Breaking Travel News: Modry Las Golf Resort unveils upgrades following World Golf Awards win

    Modry Las Golf Resort is forging ahead with a series of developments across the property in readiness for the upcoming golfing season. The exciting developments at the only signature-designed golf resort in Poland follow a remarkable sixth win at the World Golf Awards and a nomination for this 2022 event.

    Wed 09 March 2022

  • Stephanie Gibri: I attended World Golf Awards in Dubai

    Golf influencer Stephanie Gibri on her visit to World Golf Awards 2021 in Dubai

    Thu 03 March 2022

  • Ladies European Tour: The Magic of Kenya

    Last week the 2022 Ladies European Tour (LET) season kicked off with the Magical Kenya Ladies Open at Vipingo Ridge in Kilifi County. What makes Kenya such a magical destination to play golf? In 2020, Kenya was named Africa’s best golfing destination by the annual World Golf Awards. Most golf courses are located within easy reach of major tourist attractions and the courses are backed by excellent hotels and lodges with superb cuisine.

    Thu 24 February 2022

  • KBC: Esther Hensleit retains Magical Kenya Ladies Open

    Germany’s Esther Henseleit has retained her Magical Kenya Ladies Open Golf title after she carded a round of 70 to end her campaign with a 2 under par 286 during the final round of the championship held at Vipingo Ridge Golf Course. First Lady Margaret Kenyatta, who graced the event’s final day, noted the tournament plays a crucial role in developing golf in the country, saying “It is an honour for Kenya to be hosting this prestigious Ladies Open after a two-year interruption following the Covid-19 Pandemic. We are proud that in 2020, Kenya was voted as the best golf destination in Africa at the World Golf Awards."

    Tue 22 February 2022

  • Golfshake: Six English Golf Destinations You Must Experience

    One of the most iconic golfing destinations in England, The Belfry has previously hosted the Ryder Cup on four occasions - the most of any venue in the cup’s history. The venue was awarded ‘England’s Leading Golf Resort’ for 2004, 2011 and 2015 - in addition to being voted as the ‘World’s Best Golf Hotel’ at the 2019 World Golf Awards.

    Mon 14 February 2022

  • All Africa: Back, Bigger and Better - Magical Kenya Ladies Open 2022 Officially Begins

    Kenya's reputation as a tourism and golfing giant is steadily growing, thanks to the various golfing tournaments that have been held in the recent past. It comes as no surprise that Kenya was declared as a leading golf destination in Africa at the 7th Annual World Golf Awards Gala Ceremony in 2021.

    Mon 14 February 2022

  • KBC: First Lady encourages more women to take up professional golfing

    First Lady Margaret Kenyatta has encouraged more women to take up professional golfing saying the sport presents opportunities for excellence just like athletics and other disciplines. First Lady Margaret Kenyatta, who presented the Magical Kenya Ladies Open winners trophy to Esther Henseleit of Germany, said the 2020 ranking of Kenya as the best golf destination in Africa at the World Golf Awards was a vote of confidence in the country’s growing profile as a global golfing destination.

    Mon 14 February 2022

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