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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Minnesota – Land of golf
Most people can name the three big US golf states; Florida, California, and Arizona. But which state is number four? The answer may surprise you.
Golf in Belgium – On the fairways in Flanders
Belgium may not be the first place that comes to mind when someone says, ’golf holiday.’ But after a trip to Flanders, I’m starting to
Pärnu Bay Golf Links – Best new course in Europe?
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
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.
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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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
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
Costa del Sol – A magnet for sun-starved golfers
Costa del Sol has been a magnet for sun-starved golfers for half a century. The competition is getting tougher – other ‘Costas’ such as Costa
Golf in Morocco – On the greens of the Kingdom
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
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
Royal treatment playing golf in Northern Ireland
We headed to Northern Ireland to figure out how such a small country has been able to produce so many world class golfers – the
Discovering golf in Normandy
Stepping up to the 10th tee at Golf d’Etretat in Normandy, the world is laid out at our feet: the chalk cliffs, the Needle Rock,
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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
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
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
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.
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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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