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The best luxury golf courses in the world
By Shivani Dubey | 19 December 2023 | Sport
We compile the most luxurious golf courses in the world to keep in mind for your next round in the new year
Golf is the ultimate sport for people who enjoy the finer things in life. The epitome of sophistication and luxury, this is a sport for the fanatics who enjoy the game as well as for anyone looking to unwind. It is also a good way to network and host informal meetings with business professionals.
And to help you have the best experience possible, no matter what part of the world you prefer to tee off, we have compiled a list of the best, most luxurious golf courses for you to visit for your next game in the new year.
The Provo Golf and Country Club, Turks & Caicos Islands
Set in the Grace Bay area, the Provo Golf and Country Club stands as the sole 18-hole course on the archipelago, and has consistently earned accolades as one of the best in the Caribbean. This par 72, target-style course is strategically designed to challenge players of all experience levels, offering an engaging golfing experience.
With four sets of tees catering to varying skill levels, this club provides an exceptional backdrop for golf enthusiasts seeking an unforgettable blend of scenic beauty and sporting prowess. And while you’re putting your golfing skills to the test, unwind at Beach Enclave Turks & Caicos to make the most of the Caribbean experience.
Niseko Village Golf Course, Japan
During the green season, Niseko Village offers resort golf at its best — with views of Mount Niseko Annupuri in the background. The Niseko Village Golf Course, located near the brand new Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, offers 6,845 yards of greenery for golfers of all levels.
During their visit, golfers can enjoy early bird or twilight golf combined with the many other experiences the village has to offer. Following their time on the green, golfers can unwind with a spa treatment at Spa Chasi La Sothys, enjoy tree trekking or take a hot air balloon ride. And if you’d like to know more about Niseko Village and explore the culture of this luxurious sanctuary, you can read about our experience here.
Golf Club Patriziale Ascona, Switzerland
Golf Club Patriziale Ascona has been the place to golf along Lake Maggiore since 1928. The 18-hole course has been considered one of the most fascinating courses in Switzerland due to its layout and landscaping.
Once an old fishing town, Ascona is now called the pearl of Lago Maggiore, with the Golf Club becoming a meeting place for the town’s developers as well as dynamic businessmen and elite tourists. If you’re ever in Ascona, you can enjoy playing golf at this beautiful course, and if you’re looking for a luxury retreat in between sessions, Hotel Eden Roc is just a stone’s throw away.
Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa, Uganda
Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa in Uganda is one of East Africa’s top golf resorts, with its lush green fairways overlooking the sparkling waters of Lake Victoria, which is the largest lake in Africa. With its terraced rose gardens, rustic bridges, arched pool terrace and shaded colonnades, this privileged enclave feels more like a Tuscan hillside village than a five-star golf resort on the outskirts of Kampala.
The 18-hole golf course has a challenging layout but is suitable for golfers of all skill levels. Golfers have a beautiful view of the lake and birds can be spotted all over the area. Additional amenities and services include a driving range, caddies, equipment rentals and golf professionals to provide instruction for juniors and adults.
Palmares Ocean Living & Golf, Portugal
Palmares Ocean Living & Golf in Portugal is home to a 27-hole course designed by renowned American course architect Robert Trent Jones Jr. The retreat has three linked nine-hole golf courses that sweep down to the ocean, allowing all golfers the opportunity to marvel at the natural beauty and challenge of the 27 holes.
The higher part of the course features unforgettable views of the ocean and Alvor estuary while the lower holes near the beach incorporate links, dunes and long grasses. There is also a practice ground for people looking to polish their skills.
During their visit, golfers can rent or buy the luxurious Signature Apartments or stay in Palmares’ boutique, adults-only hotel, all within strolling distance of the golden sands of Meia Praia.