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Bali’s Best Golf Courses
Golf presents the perfect activity for the current realities of the world today as well as an escape from the current headlines. It is one of the few sports that can be played safely, provided certain precautions are taken by both players and course operators. With wide open spaces, players can maintain limited social contact while enjoying fresh air, outdoor exercise and the resulting positive physical and mental benefits. The golf industry is adapting to the “new normal” with more courses adopting protocols as 1 player per cart (unless from same household), Photo by such Baliplus.com no contact with flag sticks (or requiring players to “hole out”) as well as limited social distancing throughout facilities. Be sure to check your golf course’s policies related to play during Covid-19 prior to booking your round. The following is a list of Bali’s world-class golf courses. Get out there and have some fun!
Handara Golf & Resort Bali
Handara Golf & Resort Bali is an award-winning golf club and resort once ranked among the “Top 50 Golf Courses in The World” by Golf Magazine and chosen as the 2019 winner of the “Best Golf Hotel in Indonesia” by the prestigious World Golf Awards. Handara was one of the first world-class golf clubs in the country and has long been recognized as one of Asia’s most iconic and challenging courses. Located in the mountains (1400m elevation) and central lake district of Bedugul and away from the busy tourist centers, Handara is a scenic golf destination that offers a unique cool weather experience. With deep blue skies, fresh mountain air and temperatures averaging between 14-20 degrees Celsius, it is the most comfortable golfing location in Bali and a perfect nature getaway to escape the heat! Handara Golf and Resort Bali recently announced that it has been granted Travelife Gold Certification. Travelife is an international sustainability certification scheme which assists its 1,300 members around the world improve their environmental, social and economic impacts cost-effectively. Desa Pancasari - Singaraja, Bali | www.handaragolfresort.com
Bali Beach Golf Course
Established in 1972, The Bali Beach Golf Course backs on to one of the first 5-star hotels on the island and a historical landmark in Sanur. Bali Beach Golf is a 9-hole course filled with tall trees that may be as mature as the heritage hotel. Surrounded by lakes and newly re-designed greens, Bali Beach is one of the smallest golf courses in Bali, yet its privacy offers a luxurious golf experience. This is a course that will provide challenges to all golfers of all skill levels. Golf lessons and a night driving range are also available. Kompleks Inna Grand Bali Beach Hotel, Jl Hangtuah No 58, Sanur | www.balibeachgolfcourse.com
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| BALIPLUS August 2020
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