Golf has never been more popular. There has been a surge of people taking up golf in recent years, especially since the pandemic. According to figures from the 'Golf Tourism Market Report and Forecast 2024 – 2032', the market is predicted to grow by 7.4% in the next 8 years, reaching a value of $45.05 billion. And interestingly the game is gaining traction with women too.

With much anticipated golf events on the horizon such as the 153rd Open in July and the 2025 Ryder Cup in September, we've rounded up the hottest golf holidays worldwide with breathtaking views, sunny skies and of course, glorious fairways. Golf widows and widowers will also be well looked after with state-of-the-art resort facilities, ensuring there is something to be loved by everyone. 

MAURITIUS: Ocean Views Guaranteed at Heritage Resorts & Golf

Heritage Resorts & Golf Mauritius is a must-visit destination for discerning golfers as the region's only 45-hole resort, offering a choice of two 18-hole courses and a 9-hole course. Their new La Réserve Golf Links was recently crowned World's Best New Golf Course at the 2024 World Golf Awards and offers pure golfing drama with ocean views from every hole. The Le Chateau Golf Course is carefully curated in the lush, landscaped grounds of an elegant 19th century chateau, and naturally blessed with lakes, streams and grand centenary trees. Stepping out onto the Le Château Golf Course is like playing in a tropical garden.

Golfers can stay at either Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort, a 5-star plantation style all-suites hotel providing luxury accommodation, whilst delivering a high level of personal service or Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort, a five star all-inclusive hotel with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. 

Golfers booking one of the new Stay & Play packages at Heritage Resorts & Golf will enjoy exclusive access to La Réserve Golf Links. For golf widow/ers, each hotel has an amazing spa offering a tranquil space far away from the stresses and strains of everyday life, providing holistic, innovative treatments curated by expert therapists. Plus, across the 2,500-hectare Bel Ombre estate there are 13 sumptuous restaurants and bars, the C Beach Club and numerous experiences and activities.

New Stay & Play Packages include: 

• 5 nights, 2 rounds at Le Château Golf Course, 1 round on La Réserve Golf Links, including transfers, staying at either  Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort or Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort – From £860 per person*
• 7 nights, 3 rounds at Le Château Golf Course, 2 rounds on La Réserve Golf Links, including transfers, staying at either  Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort or Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort – From £1,200 per person*

*Prices may vary. Based on Deluxe Garden View room. Room upgrades available. Additional rounds can be added to package. 

To book your stay & play package, visit: https://heritagegolfclub.mu/stay-and-play-packages/

For more information on Heritage Resorts & Golf, visit: https://heritageresorts.mu/

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SAINT LUCIA: For Caribbean Landscapes on an 18-Hole Course, Check Out Cap Maison Resort & Spa

For those looking for beautiful views of the Caribbean and a challenging 18-hole golf course perfect for all levels of play, Saint Lucia is the ideal destination. Cabot, Saint Lucia provides some of the most scenic golf in the Caribbean featuring dramatic elevation changes to keep players entertained. Luxury boutique resort and spa, Cap Maison is just a 5-minute drive from the course, making it the perfect destination for guests to reside.

Offering a picturesque setting, Cap Maison enjoys a stunning cliff top location overlooking the glistening Caribbean Sea, located in the exclusive Cap Estate the hotel offers a private retreat for families and couples to enjoy. The nearby golf course boasts 1.5 miles of breathtaking views of the Caribbean coastline and rugged bays. Designed by renowned course architects, Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, the course remains exclusive with only 40 players allowed each day. Tailored to suit all skill levels, it caters to both those with a competitive drive or seeking more casual play. Green fees are dependent on the season and type of play, ensuring a customisable experience that allows guests to immerse themselves in the scenery.

For golf widows and family members, Cap Maison's concierge desk on hand to advise and book a full range of activities for guests such as wine and rum tasting in Cellar Maison, Spa Maison offering bespoke wellbeing treatments, horse-riding along the beach, a Rainforest Zip Line Adventure and a coco 'Bean to Bar' experience, to name a few.

Prices start from £590 per night based on two adults sharing a Garden View Room on a Half-Board basis. Price based on March 2025 stay.

For more information, please visit: capmaison.com

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ALGARVE: Take a Swing at Pine Cliff Resort's Golf Course & Golf Academy

Pine Cliffs, a Luxury Collection Resort in the Algarve, boasts its own nine-hole Golf Course surrounded by magnificent old pines. The course requires a precise game – especially the famous 'Devil's Parlour', a challenging, ravine-traversing par-3 with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean.  

The Golf Academy is designed to help beginners or more experienced players improve their techniques, with the support of specialised professionals including a PGA golf-pro team. Equipped with an indoor video swing analysis room and astroturf mats, the Academy offers the chance for guests to sharpen their skills such as putting, bunker play, chip shots and tee shots to ensure guests get the most out of their practice.  

The rest of the family will be well looked after with the award-winning spa, Serenity – The Art of Wellbeing, offering a variety of programmes and treatments, the Porto Pirata's Children's Village, 8 swimming pools and 15 diverse restaurants and bars. Pine Cliffs offers an array of tennis camps and lessons for children and adults looking to improve their skills, as well as the option to rent a court and play with friends or family for £24 per hour.

Individual golf lessons start from £72 per adult and £55 per child for 1-hour sessions, which include video analysis, use of all equipment, tips, game assessment and drills.  

Prices start from £217 per night based on two adults sharing a Pine Cliffs Hotel Deluxe Suite with Ocean View. Price based on March 2025 Stay.

For reservations, please contact: golf.algarve@pinecliffs.com

For more information, please visit: pinecliffs.com

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ALGARVE: First Class Courses in the Algarve Along the Atlantic Coastline

The Algarve is synonymous with golf, with a remarkable collection of first-class championship courses strung along the sun-kissed coastline. The region attracts hundreds of thousands of golfers to its fairways all year round, due to the quality of its fairways and design of its golf courses, with many designed by some of golf's most famous names.

Located within a nature reserve and just ten minutes from Lagos, Espiche Golf is an eco-resort which has been perfectly integrated into the surrounding natural environment. The challenging 18-hole, par 72 course is surrounded by beautiful open countryside, trading the typical Portuguese golf experience of hotels and high rises for views of local vineyards and the Monchique Mountains in the distance.

Whilst at Salgados Golf, the proximity of the sea and the presence of countless lagoons turn this course into an outstanding example of the Algarve's impressive golfing facilities. This challenging course is very popular with experienced players.

For golf widows, there are a vast range of breath-taking ways to experience the region beyond the golf course. Walking, birdwatching, swimming in the crystal-clear waters and exploring the hidden beaches are just a few of the many activities on offer.

For more information, please visit: www.visitalgarve.pt

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LISBON: Enjoy the Best of Both Worlds with a Game of Golf and City Break with Hyatt Regency Lisbon

Lisbon is now the three-time winner of the 'Golf Destination of the Year Award' for Europe with a variety of unique courses. The destination boasts several outstanding fairways including, Oitavos Dunes Golf Club, designed by the legendary Arthur Hills, just a 40-minute drive from Hyatt Regency Lisbon.   

With 300 days of sunshine a year, Portugal is a perfect golf destination. The Oitavos Dunes Gold Club is full of memorable thrills and scenic sights of the Atlantic coastline. The capital is well known for its alternative side to the city, offering guided street art tours, museum visits, the LX Factory and plenty more so non-players are entertained. The hotel lends itself as the idea place for travellers looking to immerse themes in the rich culture and activities within the city as it is conveniently located in Belém, just a 5-minute drive from Lisbon's iconic downtown.

What's more, Lisbon was voted as the Best Culinary City Destination in Europe in 2024 at the World Culinary Awards, so what better way to refuel after a long game than through some delicious flavour and cuisine. Why not try VISEVERSA restaurant and bar, offering fresh, local produce such as grilled Piri-Piri chicken or delicious garlic shrimps, or for a healthy option, casual eatery ZEST offers detox juices, delicious breakfast and salads.

Prices start from £336 per night based on two adults staying in a Deluxe Suite with River View. Price based on March 2025 stay.

For further information, please visit: https://www.hyatt.com/hyat  t-regency/en-US/lishr-hyatt-regency-lisbon 

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*Report conducted for the Golf Tourism Market in 2024. See HERE

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