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Blue Canyon Country Club, set on 730 acres of land in a secluded
valley overlooking Phuket's famous hills, is one of the premier
courses in Phuket.
Host to the Johnnie Walker Classics in 1994 and 1998 Johnnie Walker Classic, and
the Honda Invitational in 1996, the club offers 2 courses. The world
championship canyon course has won a number of international awards,
including "Asian & Pacific Golf Course of the Year 1999"
(Hertz International Golf Travel Awards) and the Top 500 Best Holes
in the World" for its par 3, 7th. hole.
Opened in 1999, The Lakes Course presents a whole new challenge
with water hazards on 17 out of 18 holes. The finishing hole is
reputed to be one of the best in the region. (click here to see
photos of Blue
Canyon Country Club or see Golf offers for Blue Canyon Country Club)
The Banyan Tree Golf Club is a resort style 18 hole golf course
located within the Laguna Phuket development. Situated on the exclusive
Bang Tao Bay on the western shore of Phuket Island, this par 71
layout stretches 6,850 yards from the championship tees. (See Golf Offers for Laguna Phuket Golf Club)
Mission Hills has been carved from rubber plantations and sits
among Phuket's environmentally-friendly mangroves. Great expanses
of white sand beach bunkers have been added to contrast with the
translucent blue hues of the ocean and the vibrant greens of the
Sea Isle grassed fairways and putting surfaces. It is accurately
described as a “piece of living art,” the kind of pastiche
that Vincent Van Goh would have created given half a chance and
a love of a long drive.
The ocean views are delivered at a price:
water comes in to play at seven holes. The sea breezes also are
a regular feature. What time of day you choose to play can turn
a following zephyr into a stiff headwind. While the spa awaits at
the 19th hole, stress and tiredness are further banished with caddies
and golf carts both being compulsory. It is not unknown for snacks
to be delivered out on the course at lunchtime. (click here to see
photos of Mission
Hills Golf Club or see Golf Offers for Mission Hills Golf Club)
Loch Palm Golf Club
spreads over a lush, rolling 400 rai (160 acres) hilly plateau.
This 18-hole, par 72 course has been masterfully designed to blend
beautifully with the natural terrain. Nestled below a panoramic
range of peaks, the layout surrounds the largest lake on any golf
course in Phuket, Crystal Lake. With more than 1,400 towering palms
lining the fairways, you'll find yourself playing in the midst of
serene surroundings that harbour many challenging hazards amid its
lush greens. (See Golf offers for Loch Palm Golf Club)
Phuket Country Club established in 1989, is the first and one of
the finest golf courses built in Phuket, and lies on a reclaimed
tin mine site. The stunning beauty and elegance of the course, together
with the typical Thai charm and hospitality will make your golfing
joyful and memorable. A 9 hole course is also available here.
Early morning or late afternoon is often the most idealic time
of day for golfers unused to a tropical climate. However it's common
to hire multiple caddies (almost always young ladies), and one of
them can be assigned parasol duties. Remember to use your sunblock,
wear light-coloured clothing that breathes, and drink lots of fluids.
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