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.
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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
Vilnius weekend – Golf and history on a budget
If you want to make the most out of your European golf travel budget while discovering new courses and a historic town, check out a long weekend in Vilnius. The
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, Portstewart and the amazing stepping
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Budersand – Links golf in Germany
2020-08-06
Germany is not the first country that comes to mind when thinking about links golf. But all rules have exceptions, and Golf Budersand is a
Chantilly – a fine place for French golf
2020-08-06
Chantilly has been home to high society wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle of Paris since the 18th century. After all, it
Thracian Cliffs – Drama on the Black Sea
2020-08-06
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
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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
Rugged Ireland - Links golf at its very best
Ireland is truly the land of golf. With over 400 courses to choose from, picking…
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…
Golf and football combo
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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
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My all-boys secondary school recently held a reunion to celebrate “Forty Years On”. Thanks to…
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Atlantic Links – Rugged links golf in Cornwall
2021-08-07
“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
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
Costa Brava – The second Riviera
2020-08-06
The sun-drenched ”Costas” on the south coast of Spain, from Costa Blanca to Costa del Sol, are perennial golf holiday favorites. Costa Brava, the Catalan
Minnesota – Land of golf
2020-07-11
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.
Rugged Ireland – Links golf at its very best
2020-08-07
Ireland is truly the land of golf. With over 400 courses to choose from, picking a destination can be almost overwhelming. Dublin with many fine
Vipingo Ridge in Kenya – A golf course with a view
2020-08-07
Most people associate Kenya with going on safari to see the Big Five. But there is much more to Kenya than wildlife. We traveled to
Chantilly – a fine place for French golf
2020-08-06
Chantilly has been home to high society wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle of Paris since the 18th century. After all, it
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Golf travel in an uncertain world
There are many things to consider when planning a golf trip. First and foremost is probably the quality of the golf courses, the hotel, and
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
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
Golf bag woes
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
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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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