Expert Author: Morgan Clarke | Category: Golf As the pound continues to tumble against the Euro, UK golfers looking to travel abroad may find themselves frustrated by the increased cost of travel, accommodation and green fees in Europe. Traditional golf holiday destinations such as France and the Algarve have become more expensive, but the increased cost of golf abroad is the perfect excuse to rediscover some of the finest golf courses in the UK.
Expert Author: Morgan Clarke | Category: Vacations Whether you want to take the Eurotunnel under the channel for an early tee time, or sail across and spend a longer holiday amongst the available holes, self drive golf holidays in France are incredibly enjoyable and well worth the trip. We examine why you should chose to drive yourself across the channel and some of the many benefits this kind of holiday brings...
Expert Author: Morgan Clarke | Category: Golf Wales is often overlooked in favour of other countries in the UK for golf breaks. However, we believe that Wales has some excellent courses and clubs that can hold their own against their bigger and better known brothers and sisters. We have a look at some of the best golf courses in Wales to show you what you could be missing...
Expert Author: Morgan Clarke | Category: Golf With Turkey becoming an increasingly popular golfing destination, players from around the world are flocking to the Turkish Riviera to give the courses a try. If you are tempted to visit, learn more about five of the finest golf courses in Turkey.
So you want to spend more of your time enjoying your favourite sport and less time trying to decide on a place to stay between rounds? To help you, we have put together a list of the top five places to stay on your golfing holiday in France.
Expert Author: Morgan Clarke | Category: Golf Home to some of the finest courses in the world and spectacular coastlines, the Managing Director of GolfPlanet Holidays lists the best courses in the North of England and what makes them so special...
Expert Author: Morgan Clarke | Category: Golf Britain is the home of golf and offers some of fabulous courses for those looking for a golf break in the UK. Today, golf holidays in Britain are more and more popular as the condition of courses improve and the welcome and service get better. Plus, there’s no concern about exchange rates and delayed flights. The proximity of the courses also makes weekend golf breaks in the UK a great alternative for driving to France, Belgium or taking short flights. We count down the top five holiday courses for your pleasure on a UK golf break.
Expert Author: Morgan Clarke | Category: Golf For a seemingly easy idea, golf is rather complex. There are rules to govern almost every eventuality, but if a novice were to learn the rule book and practice endlessly, he would still be unprepared. This is because there are a series of unwritten rules as important as those written in the book. Knowing what to do and when to do it, makes a golfing holiday more enjoyable for everyone.
The Loire Valley is known as one of the most beautiful regions in France – rolling hills, beautiful chateaux, and lush countryside all along the length of the Loire River at its heart. Away from the crowds at the golf courses in the North of France, golf in the Loire Valley is a great pleasure for those in the know. Located at the centre of the country, the Loire is within easy reach of visitors from the UK – here are just a few of the highlights of a golf holiday to this magical part of France...
Expert Author: Morgan Clarke | Category: Golf Winter is a frustrating time for us golfers. Most of the courses in Britain are in “switch-off” mode and jetting off to the Southern Hemisphere is not on the cards. So where do you head to in order to work on your game around Christmas time? For my money, a golf break in France is an excellent winter option. Even the north of France, with its sandy subsoil and reputation for presenting golf courses in impeccable condition, is a serious temptation.
Expert Author: Morgan Clarke | Category: Golf Mallorca has transformed in recent years to become one of the best new golfing hotspots in Europe. Mallorca golf holidays are really growing in popularity thanks to the recently-built top-quality courses, fine Mediterranean food, the fine weather and a heavy investment in re-establishing the island as the ideal escape for middle-class Europe. Whether you’re going for golf, golf, golf or if you fancy a top-class hotel, you’ll have a big smile on your face.
Expert Author: Morgan Clarke | Category: Golf When tired of the same old courses in the UK, many golfers look to destinations like Spain and Portugal for their fix of greens and fairways to “attack”, but this isn’t practical for a short golf break. Normandy is the answer: It’s local for British golfers, has a wide selection of smart courses, some splendid hotels and enough attractions to keep you busy even when you’re off the courses.
Expert Author: Morgan Clarke | Category: Golf With massive injections of cash devoted to making the country the premier golfing destination in Europe, there's still time to take a golf break in Turkey before the secret gets out. The Managing Director of GolfPlanet Holidays explains why you should beat the rush and go play golf in Turkey...
Mauritius has long been regarded as a luxury holiday paradise, but golfers are increasingly coming to play its fabulous courses. The Managing Director of GolfPlanet Holidays believes it’s the best “exotic golf” destination in the world.
Expert Author: Morgan Clarke | Category: Golf If you call yourself a keen golfer or just want to play some of the finest courses available, a golf break in Northern France is a must. Here, the Managing Director of French Golf Holidays explains why the north of the country cannot be beaten...
Expert Author: Morgan Clarke | Category: Golf Something golfers often don’t realise when they prepare to book their golf breaks is that the UK has some of the finest courses you’ll ever play. And I’m not just talking about the classics such as Wentworth and Birkdale. Golf has been played in England for centuries and there are several thousand courses - choose the right ones and you’ve got courses which rate alongside the best in the world. For this article, I’ve divided the country into five regions and listed my favourite course in each to help you plan a golf break in England. So starting from the north and moving downwards...
Expert Author: Morgan Clarke | Category: Golf Interested in a golf holiday in the USA? France and Portugal may be the most popular destinations for UK golfers looking to play abroad but golf holidays in the USA have an appeal all of their own... Great courses, great service and a very attractive exchange rate are just three reasons why. Learn about five of the very best golf courses in America, ranging from a perfect desert course in Arizona desert to a world-class links on the East Coast...
Expert Author: Morgan Clarke | Category: Golf With sunny weather, breathtaking views and some splendid courses and resorts, a golf holiday in California should be on every seasoned golfer’s agenda. But where should you choose for the duration of your stay? Morgan Clarke, the chairman of Your Golf Holidays, examines the top 3 resorts, and explains what makes each one of California’s golf clubs so appealing.
Expert Author: Morgan Clarke | Category: Golf With the promise of balmy weather and a growing collection of some of the best courses in Europe, golf holidays in Portugal have plenty to offer the avid golfer. While there are good courses throughout the country, the majority are concentrated in the Algarve and near Lisbon, with a couple of hidden gems on the nearby island of Madeira.
Expert Author: Morgan Clarke | Category: Golf From the UK, Portugal is the ideal location for a short-sleeved golf holiday. Not only is the weather good, it's only a short flight away and it's got plenty of outstanding courses. According to the Managing Director of Your Golf Holidays, the country's very best blend of culture, food and fine golf can be found within easy reach of Lisbon on a luxury golf holiday to Portugal...
