Barcelona – The unknown golf destination
You flew into Barcelona. You played golf. But did you really play golf in Barcelona? You may think you did, but you could be wrong.
Atlantic Links – Rugged links golf in Cornwall
“You’re up” I said to Kaia on the first tee. But Kaia wasn’t ready, as she assumed she would be teeing off last in our
Vilnius weekend – Golf and history on a budget
If you want to make the most out of your European golf travel budget while discovering new courses and a historic town, check out a
Toward the Causeway Coast – Links golf in Northern Ireland
At Bushmills, Northern Ireland, you’ve got your work cut out for you. First day, 18 holes at classic Castlerock. Take selfie. Drink Guinness. Next day,
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One last hurrah
Today we return to the northern latitudes, but with a late afternoon flight, we had some spare time. What to do? Play more golf, of
Golf in paradise at the Els Club Teluk Datai on Langkawi
“Where are all the bunkers? We’re on the fourth hole, and I haven’t seen a single one”, my opponent wondered. As we played on we
Lazy days, relaxed swing on Aruba
It took 92 million years from the ‘birth’ of the volcanic island of Aruba until Walter J. Wiggins walked from the landing strip where his
Golf in Marrakech – Assoufid gets a new release
There was only one golf course in Marrakech 20 years ago. Spurred by successive golf-loving monarchs, course architects from around the world have descended upon
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Golf and football combo
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Palm Golf Ourika – Just barely open
First out of the new courses on this trip is Palm Golf Marrakech Ourika. Situated just south of Marrakech, this is a sister course to
Walking with the animals – Golf in Kenya’s Rift Valley
“It’s just them again.” The zebras look bored. They’ve seen it all before. They ignore us as we putt out on the 3rd hole of
Lazy days, relaxed swing on Aruba
It took 92 million years from the ‘birth’ of the volcanic island of Aruba until Walter J. Wiggins walked from the landing strip where his
Fusing Moroccan architecture and golf
I have to preface this review by mentioning that our visit to Noria didn’t start off very well. “Who are you, and why are you
Aberdeen – On top of Scottish golf
When Phil Mickelson played the Scottish Open at Royal Aberdeen, he decided to come early and prepare, staying at the MacLeod House at Trump International
A weekend of classic golf
Often when you plan for a long golf weekend you try to start out with a good golf course, then a better course, and then
Chantilly – a fine place for French golf
Chantilly has been home to high society wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle of Paris since the 18th century. After all, it
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Golf travel in an uncertain world
Around the World in 80 Rounds
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Around the World in 80 Rounds
Have you ever felt like you need to start a new life? Ditch your job, sell all your possessions (except your golf clubs) and just
Golf travel in an uncertain world
There are many things to consider when planning a golf trip. First and foremost is probably the quality of the golf courses, the hotel, and
Golf bag woes
Stockholm Arlanda Airport, a cold winter morning at 7.30 AM. The dark side of any golf trip, the early morning departure. We are on our
Half the course, twice the fun?
Through the years I’ve had the privilege to play many of world’s best golf courses, and it is indeed a spectacular experience. It is exciting
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Tranquility in Tenerife – Golf in the quiet north
If you have ever been to the tourist areas in the south of Tenerife, tranquility may not be the first word that comes to mind
Exploring the top Swedish links courses
Quickly: When you think of Sweden, what comes first to mind? Was it IKEA, or maybe Volvo? Or did you think of the fjords? Or
Golf in French Basque Country
Life should be like this. Sitting on a terrace with a view of the glittering Bay of Biscay, with a local Basque Pagoa beer in
