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Thailand Golf Courses Infomation
Golf-to-Thailand provides Thailand golf informations
as golf courses in Bangkok, Chiangmai, Phuket, and any golf
courses more than 260 golf courses in any provinces that it's
range of golf courses in Thailand ranging from world PGA class
to the not so good standard. Moreover we would like to recommend
the special golf packages of vacation and all golf infomation
in Thailand.
Golf is one of the most popular sports in Thailand. The game
arrived in the county a century ago and was quickly taken up
by the elite and the fashionable. Among the first sponsors of
the game were the armed forces and government institutions,
which built and continue to own some of the finest courses in
the county.
About 350,000 visitors are believed to have played golf in Thailand
in 2002, generating an expenditure of nearly 6.2 billion baht.
The Tourism Authority of Thailand is planning to raise these figures
to one million golfers, generating an estimated 18.45 billion
baht by 2007. In 2004 alone, the plan is to attract 400,000 golfers.
Who will generate an estimated 7.1 billion baht, an increase of
14.29% over 2002.
There are over 200 high standard golf courses nationwide, many
of them championship standards. The world's top designers have
made a significant contribution. Jack Nicklaus, Roboert Trent
Jones Jr, Pete De Gar Player and many others have perfected modern
layouts, using the best grasses and latest techniques.
The result is some of the most attractive courses in Asia, with
excellent facilities, memorable signature holes and regular maintenance
to keep them in top-class condition. Every course has its caddies;
it's mandatory to empoly one caddie for your round. They are Thailand's
secret weapon in making golf such good fun. These brightly clad
ladies, in smart uniforms and straw hats, know lots about the
course, smile almost all the time, and very good at reading putts.
There are at least a few courses in or within easy reach of all
major cites. Most of the newer courses offer accommodation on
site or nearby, plus recreational facilities for the whole family.
For the more adventurous, there are older, natural courses in
remote areas around the courses in remote areas around the country
owned by the Royal Irrigation Department, the Electricity Generation
Authority of Thailand, all offering good value. So for golfers
who not only appreciate a challenging course, but an exotically
different one too, there is an extraordinary choice.
 The
best time to plan a golfing trip is the cool season, from November
to March. From April to October it is hot and wet, but even in
the rainy months the downfall usually comes in the afternoon,
and for only a few minutes. Most courses have good drainage systems,
and the rains should not interrupt your game for long. At some
facilities you may need to book ahead, through your club or your
hotel, and advance booking is recommended for weekends. Greens
fees continue to be very reasonable, as are the fees for caddies.
As most of the golf courses are located in the provinces, promoting
golf also furthers the TAT policy of ensuring that throughout
the provinces.
Bangkok & the Central region
There are many championship standard courses in
Bangkok and around the city perimeter, while the neighbouring
provinces of Pathom Thani to the north, Nakhon Pathom to the northwest,
and Chachaoengsao to the east, each boast a number of world-class
facilities.
This region is the major rice bowl of the county, and many of
the courses have been carved out of rice paddies, compensating
for the flat terrain with beautiful layouts and lots of water
hazards. The older courses have shadier fairways, with mature
vegetation, making it pleasant to play even in the most torrid
months.
Eastern region
The provinces on the Eastern Seaboard are major
agricultural and industrial producers. In the past decade, recreational
golf has grown in step with the industrial estates, with new courses
springing up to serve the expatriates and local enthusiasts. Some
of the most famous names in golf have created impressive layouts
with first-class facilities out of rocky and sandy terrain. Some
cater to serious players, others fall somewhere in between
Golfing action is centred around Chon Buri and Pattaya. Just
two hour's drive from the capital, the area is ideal for day trips,
though most courses, if they don't have their own hotels, are
within a short drive of good accommodation.
Western region
Golf in the Westerm region is centerd in the Hua
hin and Cha-am area, and around the River Kwai in Kanchanaburi.
Hua Hin and Cha-am are both resort tower on the Gulf of Thailand,
with excellent hotel accommodation. The Royal Hua Hin Golf Course
is the oldest course in Thailand. The weather on the coastline
here is pleasant for most of the year, with cooling breezes offering
respite from the sun even in the hottest months.
Kanchanburi, which like the two resort towns is around two hours
by road from Bangkok, is know primarily as the site of the historic
Bridge Over the River Kwai. Now, however, it is becomingly known
as an attractive destination for recreational golfers, with several
world-class courses in picturesque settings. The courses have
their own accommodation onsite or nearby the river but few in
the town itself, so reservations are advisable.
Northern region
The North is ideal for a golf holiday, with its
long mountain ranges, wide valleys and spectacular jungle scenery
within easy reach of culture rich cities, and pleasant weather
year-round. Because of the altitude it is cooler than other regions,
with temperature in the single digits in the cool months of December
and January.
The regional capital of Chiang Mai, 700 kilometrwes from Bangkok,
has the biggest number of golf courses, most with magnificent
views of surrounding hills and valleys. Chiang Rai, three hour's
drive further north, boasts a number of championship courses in
picturesque settings. Around the region are game of courses owned
and run by the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand, in
areas surrounding its dams, with moderate albeit comfortable accommodation
nearby.
Northeastern region
Golf in the Northeast is centred around the Khao
Yai area in Nakhon Ratchasima, gateway to the region, about three
hours' drive from Bangkok. Khao Yai, the largest protected area
in the country, enjoys the status of a National Pack. The area
is at fairly high altitude, so the weather is pleasant all year
round, with temperatures averaging 7-8 degrees Celsius lower than
in Bangkok. It is possible to drive to Khao Yai, enjoy a round
of golf and then return to Bangkok within the day, but there is
first-rate accommodation in the area if you choose to stay for
a few days
Southern region
The major resort towns on the southern peninsula, know for their
pristine beaches and first-class facilities, are also home to
some of the best golf anywhere. The island of Phuket off the western
coast has some of the country's coat has some of the country's
best courses, including the Blue Canyon, host to the Johnnie Walker
Classic in 1994 and again in 1998.
Neighbouring Phang-nga, also on the coast of the Andama, has one
of only
a handful of links-type Samui has the country. The island of Samui
has the Samui Golf Club & Driving Range, with professional
golf instructor. The southern courses have been carved out of
tin-mine workings and coconut plantations, and are set against
spectacular backdrops of ocean, mountains and wooded hills.
Golf
Courses Destination
Ayutthaya
Golf | Bangkok
Golf | Cha Am Golf
Chiang Mai Golf | Chiang Rai Golf | Hua Hin Golf
Kanchanaburi Golf | Khao Yai Golf | Koh Samui Golf
Pattaya Golf | Phang Nga Golf | Phuket Golf
Rayong Golf
The Caddy Factor
The one thing that sets Thailand apart from all
other Asian golf destinations is Thailand's golf caddies, they
add another dimension to your round of golf by providing excellent
reading of the greens, they also mark, clean and re-place your
ball, you never even have to take your ball out of the cup. Your
only responsibility on the golf course is to hit the ball apart
from when you tee-up the ball that of course is after the caddy
has handed you the washed ball and the tee. Many of the caddies
are beautiful and would be strong contenders in a beauty contest
elsewhere.
In short your caddy can add value to your Thailand golfing experience,
with their friendly smiles, and fun loving nature they will surely
add another ingredient to a pleasurable Thailand golfing vacation.
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