Think of Thailand and you might imagine it’s bustling markets and thriving nightlife as a paradise for travellers on a shoestring, but look further and you’ll find a haven for luxury seekers. From world-class resorts and private island retreats to bespoke cultural experiences and Michelin-starred dining, the Land of Smiles offers opulent escapes that rival the best in the world. Here are seven reasons why Thailand should be at the top of your list for an unforgettable luxury getaway.

A capital as audacious as it is enchanting, Lisbon affords those who visit it a unique opportunity to make of it what you desire. A versatile and upbeat city, it offers historical richness, a bustling centre, and idyllic golf courses with sublime views of the Atlantic Ocean.

There are myriad reasons why millions of visitors travel to New Zealand from all over the world. There’s captivating natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, an enviable food and wine scene and, dotted along its glorious coastlines, nearly 400 phenomenal golf courses. In this article we look at five reasons why every golfer simply has to visit.

In late September 2025, transatlantic golf fans all around the world will turn their attention to New York. Boasting an unparalleled ability to create drama, intrigue and controversy, expect no different from the Ryder Cup in 2025 as we grapple with the spectacle of a playing captain, new qualification systems and lofty European ambitions.  

From vibrant cities and unique local delicacies to fascinating history and stunning natural landscapes, Vietnam has never had trouble drawing people to its shores, and now with almost 100 exceptional courses, golfers from across the globe are being enticed to see what it has to offer. Here, we look at five of the best golf courses in Vietnam.

The natural beauty of Northern Ireland and its coastlines are ready-made for spectacular golf. The greatest in course design have taken full advantage of its wonders to create links unlike anywhere else - here are five you have to consider for your golfing adventure to Northern Ireland.

Raised on a Texan golf course, Robert von Hagge was first taken by Hollywood, becoming the ‘Marlboro Man’, but he was forever destined to build a life in the game. And build he literally did, crafting over 250 courses in 23 countries across the world, from the flawless Caribbean shoreline to serene French countryside.

From evocative souks and world-famous medina to leafy enclaves and intricate Moorish architecture, mysterious Marrakech has eternal appeal, with both historic and modern golf courses to enhance the city’s offerings.

A city of perennial charm, with pilgrimage-worthy restaurants, iconic monuments and two thousand years of history, Paris is the beating heart of France. The most-visited city in the world is simply unmissable, especially if world-class golf is to your taste.

The Open is the oldest tournament in golf, with a history dating back more than 170 years. As the 152nd edition begins at Royal Troon, we take a look back at the origins of this iconic championship.

On the golf-rich south Ayrshire coast, a few hundred yards north of the birthplace of The Open sits a golf course that only the very best have conquered. As Royal Troon prepares to host its 10th Open Championship, we look at the extensive history of one of Scotland’s greatest links courses.

A dynamic city that’s also an archipelago with dramatic natural vistas on the doorstep: Sweden’s capital unites laid-back Scandi-living, historical heritage, a pioneering culinary scene with some of the region’s finest golf tracks.

Standing on a rocky promontory to the Atlantic, surrounded by natural beauty from east to west, Royal Portrush may get its fame as the first and only course outside of Great Britain to host The Open Championship, but its story goes far deeper. We take a look at the history of one of the world’s best courses.

Pete Dye is the most famous golf designer of the past 50 years, his determination to unsettle the professional golfer through his courses changing the very way the sport is played. This is everything you need to know about the ‘Van Gough’ of design, the man behind Whistling Straits, Kiawah Island, and the world’s most terrifying tee shot.

In the city of a hundred spires, where the meandering River Vltava splices the old and the new, you can explore gothic architecture like no other, party at Europe’s largest nightclub, or even tee it up at one of the best golf courses on the continent.

It is entirely fitting that Mauritius has developed into every golfer’s ultimate paradise destination, and with its tropical, year-round climate, this picture-perfect island should be top of the list next time you’re in need of some sun.

Australia’s Sandbelt is one of the most famous corridors of golf in the world, this slice of Victoria is not only home to the best courses in the country, but some of the world’s finest. Australian golf writer Paul Prendergast explains what makes it so unique.

The most prolific golf architect of the late 20th century, the fingerprints of Robert Trent Jones Sr can be found on over 500 courses around the world. From railroad car draftsman to US Open Doctor, this is everything you need to know about the man who changed the golf design business forever

Leopard Creek may have been inspired by one man’s dream of creating an ’African Augusta’, but today this immaculate championship course stands in a category all of its own, offering an inimitable golfing experience overlooking the unfiltered wilderness of South Africa’s most famous national park.

Just south of the Arctic Circle, you’ll find a land of ice and fire. Once a seat of Viking power, Iceland is home to fearsome natural wonders, cascading waterfalls, black sand beaches and, beyond nature’s playground, Championship level golf courses shaped by its unique volcanic flows.