Live the good life in Friuli Venezia Giulia
You’ve heard of— and probably been to— Venice. But did you know that right next door is one of Italy’s most exciting gastronomic regions? We went to Friuli Venezia Giulia
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Live Twice – Golf in Costa Brava
“Live Twice” is the official motto of the Costa Brava tourist board. What they mean is that in Costa Brava you don’t have to forsake one experience over another; you
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 fourball with three men and
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Naxhelet – Belgium’s first new golf course in years
Naxhelet is Belgium’s first brand new 18-hole golf resort to open for several years. With the restoration of old farm buildings, a new 35-room hotel,
Thracian Cliffs – Drama on the Black Sea
Thracian Cliffs on the Black Sea Coast of Bulgaria is one of the most spectacular golf courses you’ll ever play. It came out on top
Sun City – African fantasies
The ‘legend’ of The Lost City is that before the dawn of western civilization a tribe from northern Africa brought their mighty architecture to a
Bully Pulpit – Golf in the Badlands
Bully Pulpit doesn’t have Southern California weather, nor does it have an ocean view. But you’d be hard-pressed to find a more beautiful and challenging
Live the good life in Friuli Venezia Giulia
You’ve heard of— and probably been to— Venice. But did you know that right next…
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…
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Tough times for “old” clubs
Today we headed to one of the “older” golf clubs in Marrakech, Amelkis Golf Club, which first opened in 1995. Eons ago in Marrakech golf
Lykia Links – The best course in Belek?
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
Golf for the gourmet in Catalonia
Girona – formerly overlooked by the masses heading to Barcelona – has in the last 20 years been rejuvenated, in looks, style, culture and attitude.
A taste of Bordeaux – Golf delights and the world’s best wine
Bordeaux is, as we all know, lined to the hilt with culinary delights and famous chateaux where the world’s best wine flows freely. The golf
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
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,
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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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
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
Ireland’s Premier Golf Nut
If you ever go across the sea to Ireland, look out for my good friend Ivan Morris. Here’s a man who is so incredibly steeped
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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Golf on Kiawah’s playful Cougar Point
“Have fun. You will have lots of birdies,” was the message from Gary Player on Twitter when we told him we were heading to his
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
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