Golf in Bulgaria – A work in progress
Golf is still a young sport in Bulgaria, a work in progress. We decided to spend a long weekend to see how far the country has come since the humble
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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.
True links golf in Estonia
This week we explore the fairly unknown golf country of Estonia. We are pleasantly surprised by what we find. Small grapes often lead to better wines. Those that have grown
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 fourball with three men and
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Myrtle Beach – Golf Town, U.S.A.
2020-08-06
The only thing I knew about Myrtle Beach before I arrived for a week’s worth of golf, was that my pro here in Norway owns
One last hurrah
2019-02-20
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
Toward the Causeway Coast – Links golf in Northern Ireland
2020-08-07
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,
Lykia Links – The best course in Belek?
2020-08-06
Belek has seen a fantastic explosion of golf projects over the last decades. A large number of great courses have been developed, but they are
Rugged Ireland - Links golf at its very best
Ireland is truly the land of golf. With over 400 courses to choose from, picking…
Golf in Bulgaria - A work in progress
Golf is still a young sport in Bulgaria, a work in progress. We decided to…
Live Twice - Golf in Costa Brava
“Live Twice” is the official motto of the Costa Brava tourist board. What they mean…
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.
True links golf in Estonia
This week we explore the fairly unknown golf country of Estonia. We are pleasantly surprised…
Atlantic Links - Rugged links golf in Cornwall
“You’re up” I said to Kaia on the first tee. But Kaia wasn’t ready, as…
Vilnius weekend - Golf and history on a budget
If you want to make the most out of your European golf travel budget while…
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Golf in Morocco – On the greens of the Kingdom
2020-08-06
Morocco has a long golf tradition due to the late King Hassan II’s passion for golf. During his reign a number of “Royal” golf courses
Golf for the gourmet in Catalonia
2020-08-06
Girona – formerly overlooked by the masses heading to Barcelona – has in the last 20 years been rejuvenated, in looks, style, culture and attitude.
One last hurrah
2019-02-20
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
Royal treatment playing golf in Northern Ireland
2020-08-06
We headed to Northern Ireland to figure out how such a small country has been able to produce so many world class golfers – the
Barcelona – The unknown golf destination
2023-11-23
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.
Pärnu Bay Golf Links – Best new course in Europe?
2020-08-07
Pärnu Bay Golf Links is an ambitious project, one that has been in the works for almost ten years. This summer it was finally ready
Marrakech – The new Belek?
2019-02-14
Marrakech has been at the crossroads of travel and trade for several millennia. Caravans from the interior of Africa would congregate here and goods would change
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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
The historian who delved into The Valley of Sin
At the renowned Jigger Inn at the Home of Golf we met with the hottest golf historian on the planet: Roger McStravick, the Irishman of
It’s my way or the Thai way
“Take it easy,” the Dane said. We were waiting for our tee times at Palm Hills in Hua Hin, Thailand. “Relax. Everything will work out.
Bermuda or billions
My all-boys secondary school recently held a reunion to celebrate “Forty Years On”. Thanks to the internet, nearly everyone was traced and, somewhat surprisingly, most
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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
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
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
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