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WELCOME to the seventh issue of Exclusive Golf and Travel – your one-stop guide to the best golfing destinations around the world and packed with ideas for your next golfing getaway, no matter what your budget. If you are after ideas for your golfing break in the UK, Europe or much further afield, then Exclusive Golf and Travel has everything you need to make your trip a memorable one. In this issue we include special features on Normandy and the Dominican Republic. Along with our friends at Brittany Ferries and Chaka Travel we have produced special supplments to focus on some of the very best golf destinations France and the Dominican Republic has to offer and packages to make your dream golf trip a reality. We also have plenty of news and featres from the UK, Europe and around the world Why not sign up to receive our monthly email promotions with the latest golf holiday offers and features from us and our partners. Enjoy the read! SIGN UP TO RECEIVE LATEST PROMOTIONS AND OFFERS DIRECT TO YOUR INBOX ISSUE 7
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ali’s golf courses are attracting more and more players to experience great international quality golf courses combined with fantastic Indonesian hospitality and food. There is a choice of 5 courses catering for golfers of all levels. 3 courses are located within 30 or 40 minutes of each other and then one in the mystical mountains as well as one near the beach in Sanur. Carts & caddies are mandatory at all courses – all with tempting food & beverage facilities. A huge range of accommodation is available in all areas including 5 star hotels on the beaches of Seminyak & Nusa Dua in addition to choices of 3 & 4 star properties all with impeccable service with the famous Balinese smiles. If you prefer something different select from hundreds of luxury villas private pools form one to six bedrooms at very affordable prices. Besides golf you can immerse yourself into one of the worlds’ newest food capitals - Bali. The world class restaurants of Seminyak and other areas have attracted some of the best international chefs to move to the region and produce food that have you begging for more.
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pain’s La Manga Club is turning up the heat this summer by offering sporting families a host of attractive benefits during the school holidays – including savings of up to 20 per cent on accommodation. Guests can take advantage of a range of eye-catching discounts when staying in the resort’s well-appointed apartments and townhouses in Las Lomas Village – with a seven-night stay for a family of four available from €1,052 (approx £930). Bookable on selected dates in July and August, the offers include one free night when staying a minimum of five nights at the top sports and leisure destination – regarded as Spain’s flagship resort. Resort credit vouchers of €100 on breaks of five to seven nights and €200 for stays of eight nights or more are also available, together with complimentary dining for children under-five when eating with an adult in one of in one of La Manga Club’s official restaurants.
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And, in addition, guests staying in Las Lomas Village or the five-star Hotel Principe Felipe can experience the resort’s award-winning sports and leisure facilities on a daily basis with La Manga Club’s popular ‘Freedom of Choice’ offer. Available throughout the summer, adult guests can choose from one of a number of daily activities including nine holes of golf; two hours’ tennis court hire; a €35 credit treatment voucher at the 2,000sqm Wellness Centre; a full day at the Junior Club or a three-course menu at selected resort restaurants. All packages include complimentary use of the fitness centre, saunas and steam rooms at the resort’s Wellness Centre, plus a free shuttle bus service. Situated in Murcia, south-east Spain, La Manga Club has set the benchmark for sports and leisure destinations across Europe for more than 45 years. For more information on La Manga Club and to book, go to www.lamangaclub.com
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he new Region de Murcia airport in Corvera is ready to break the 1m barrier with a host of new European flight routes opening up the region for an influx of holidaymakers.
Spanish region which continues to grow in popularity.
New direct flights have recently been added to the schedule with three new arrivals on Wednesdays during the summer season. Ryanair has started operating a new flight from London Stansted, while Jet2 is now offering a service from both Leeds-Bradford and Manchester on the same day into the brand new airport.
It means around 1m seats are available into the region for the summer months, which should provide a major boost to the tourism sector.
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It’s not just Brits who will see the benefits with fellow Europeans also able to take advantage of new services from Prague, Warsaw and Mallorca, while a new winter route to Billund in Denmark is also now scheduled.
The UK continues to be the strongest market for Murcia with more than 400,000 visitors in 2018 (around 41 per cent of the total number of tourists to the region). A spokesperson for the Instituto de Turismo de la Región de Murcia, said: “We are now seeing the benefits of the new airport’s extra capacity and we look forward to welcoming more guests to the region in the future.” www.exclusivegolfandtravel.co.uk
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elebrating 20 years at the top of European golf, PGA Catalunya Resort, home of Spain’s No. 1 course*, has announced ambitious development plans for 2019/2020, including an additional €25 million investment in real estate and lifestyle facilities. This new investment adds to the combined €55 million announced in 2016 as part of the resort’s overall Master Plan, and will focus on developing a range of new opportunities and lifestyle facilities across the 300 hectare estate, including a man-made recreational lake and Lake Club, a comprehensive new Wellness Centre, and multiple real estate developments. David Plana, CEO of PGA Catalunya Resort, said: “We enjoyed a very successful 2018. Our luxury hotel, Hotel Camiral, went from strength to strength with excellent visitor growth, and we also saw the exciting development of new real estate areas – L’Alzina, L’Olivera and La Selva, with a number of these units set to complete this year.
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lthough it only has a handful of courses, Cyprus is determined to develop into a fullyfledged golf destination and the authorities have set of target of 14 courses in the belief that it will one day rival Majorca as the Mediterranean’s most popular golf island.
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It certainly also has the necessary infrastructure. The roads are excellent and there are hundreds of hotels from the comparatively modest to the simply luxurious. The only commodity of which it is rather short is water. The stuff you drink, not swim in. The shortage of water is relevant to the often vexed issue of irrigating courses. Acutely conscious of this, the existing courses have gone to extreme lengths to harvest their rainfall and be selfsufficient. Just 10 miles east of Paphos and overlooking the site where Aphrodite is said to have emerged from the sea, Aphrodite Hills is a wonderfully impressive resort with a superb course. Designer Cabell Robinson must have wrestled with a few problems when trying to decide on the layout. Although he doubtless relished the elevation, of which there is plenty, the site rather awkwardly bestrides two plateaux. A deep gorge lies between them and Mr Robinson must have confronted a stimulating mix of problems and challenges. The lush are inviting. The greens, which are very large, are quick and everything from the flowerbeds upwards is well
maintained. The only serious criticism is you have to take a buggy which, for those who like to walk, is irritating. However, with several long drives to the next tee and some perilous descents and steep climbs, there’s no alternative. The finish is strong with the toughest par four on the course, the 16th, followed by a tricky par three and then a splendid par five complete with a well-protected green squeezed between a lake and two bunkers. If you struggle here, there will doubtless be dozens smugly sipping beer and watching you suffer from the comfort of the clubhouse. The only serious threat to Aphrodite Hills’ claim to be the best course on the island comes from Eléa. Situated in Paphos, this Nick Faldo creation is sensationally good. Although it appears wide open with generous fairways, it’s a lot tougher and tighter than that. Reflecting the character of its designer, it’s a rather technical course that puts a premium on precision and contains plenty of bunkers and waste areas to punish inaccuracy. Having said that, it’s an extraordinarily beautiful course and great fun even if you can’t thread a needle from 225 yards.
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Minthis Hills A change of name is rarely a good sign as it suggests an unhappy past and a desperate attempt to establish a new beginning. However, the radical re-build that transformed Tsada Golf Club into Minthis Hills was so comprehensive that a new name was justified. Incidentally, Minthis comes from Stavros tis Minthis, the name of the 12th century monastery that stood near the site.
Originally built in 1994, major renovation work which required the reconstruction of every tee and bunker and a couple of new greens, began in 2006 and was completed the following year. It was well worth the considerable effort and expense as the new course is terrific.
It now offers a great variety of holes, superb views and enough problems to challenge even the most accomplished. Occupying a wonderfully elevated position Buggies are popular but certainly not not far short of 2000 feet above sea level, essential. There are a couple of quite the enormous clubhouse offers fabulous lengthy strolls to the next tee but the views across the surrounding hills, down overall layout makes walking a distinctly to the distant bright blue water of the viable option. Mediterranean and over the town of Because of its height above sea level, Paphos. And it’s not just the clubhouse that Minthis Hills is particularly popular enjoys an elevated spot as the new driving during the hottest months when it’s range is similarly perched on the brow of noticeably cooler and breezier than it is a hill. Even a topped shot will travel a fair lower down. distance and you could drain a cool bottle of beer during the hang-time of a wellCyprus Golf Resorts, the proprietors at struck nine iron. Minthis Hills, also own Secret Valley. 18
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Secret Valley Designed by a local man and only the second course to be opened in Cyprus, it was created largely in response to demand from the considerable expatriate British community. No one knows for certain where the name ‘Secret Valley’ came from but, with tall craggy cliffs rising almost vertically on both sides, it’s difficult to access and therefore, perhaps, something of a secret. Because the valley slopes gently towards the sea and there are consequently no steep inclines to negotiate, the course is eminently walkable. The downside is that there are no especially dramatic drops from elevated tees. There is a significant stream that weaves throughout the entire length of the course. After winter rain it swells into a more impressive feature but even in the summer months, when the water largely disappears, its rocky bed creates a serious hazard. The
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numerous pretty wooden bridges that cross it are attractive features that add considerably to the visual appeal. A more obvious problem for golfers are the trees which line most fairways. Although not thick enough to form woods, they effectively punish the wayward shot. Because the shortage of water prevents the rough from growing to any great height and at 6500 yards off the back tees the course is not too long, these ‘nuisance’ trees are a legitimate means for the course to defend itself. There are two other courses that deserve a mention. Close to Larnaca, Vikla Golf and Country Club is a relaxed, low-key club where you can wear what you like and play all day long for not very much. And there is Korineum in the Turkish north of the island which is set among olive groves, enjoys glorious views up to the Kyrenia Mountains and is truly lovely. www.exclusivegolfandtravel.co.uk
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ith its breathtaking landscapes, colours and light, Normandy welcomes each visitor with the simple pleasures on offer. Whether you are planning on a specific trip or are looking to include the region as part of a wider tour, Normandy remains the ideal destination with a mixture of some of the best countryside, heritage, culture, food, entertainment and of course golf which France has to offer. With ports in Caen, Cherbourg and Le Havre, Normandy couldn't be easier to
reach, or more rewarding when you get there. Stylish beach resorts, a wealth of major historical sites, fabulous countryside, and the most delicious seafood imaginable are just a few of the many attractions that will all vie for your attention.
With a long, dramatic stretch of coastline, from the picturesque harbour of Honfleur to the magnificent Gothic abbey of Mont St Michel, this region has long been a favourite with British holidaymakers.
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Mont St Michel The abbey is a Romanesque and Gothic masterpiece of design and a phenomenal work of architecture, with underground crypts and chapels that were built to hold up the huge church on top. Building first began on the Mont in 708 when a sanctuary was created in honour of the archangel and the abbey church was completed in the early 1000s, a feat constructed at 80m above sea level. It became a place of pilgrimage in the Middle Ages and pilgrims would walk up the 900 plus
steps on their knees as a sign of penance. The Mont can even be seen on the Bayeux Tapestry from 1066. After holding out against the English during the Hundred Year's War, the abbey was later used by the atheist government of the French Revolution as a prison for priests who refused to renounce their vows. It was restored in the 19th century and is a beautiful place for some quiet reflection with incredible views across the salt flats of the bay of Mont St Michel.
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Le Memorial de Caen From pre-1945 to the post-1945 period, this museum tells the story of the 20th Century in a spectacular presentation of the events that had such an impact on European history. Discover the new exhibition areas explaining the D-Day Landings and the Battle of Normandy. Watch the films D-Day and The Battle of England and follow one of the guided tours on the Landing beaches.
Claude Monet’s Garden Take a wander through Claude Monet's spectacular gardens where he painted many of his most famous works. Strolling through the famous Japanese garden with its water bridge and waterlilies floating in the pond, Monet's gardens are a relaxing and peaceful spot where you can admire some beautiful horticulture that once inspired a master. You can also visit Monet's house which contains reproductions of many of his most famous paintings and his huge personal collection of Japanese prints.
Tapisserie de Bayeux The famous Bayeux Tapestry depicts the events of the Norman Conquest of England and illustrates much about the life of the Normans. 231ft long & 20ins deep, it is believed to have been created for Odo, the Bishop of Bayeux, in England.
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WESTERN NORMANDY There's a choice of links courses along Normandy's west coast at Granville and Coutainville with stylish Dinard across the Bay of Mont St Michel. The east coast is steeped in the historical connections of Bayeux and D-Day. Omaha Beach Golf Club has two courses next to the eponymous landing beach and an easy drive from the ports of St Malo, Cherbourg or Caen.
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GRANVILLE GOLF CLUB Bay of Mont Saint-Michel Often celebrated as the most beautiful golf links in France the genuine character of this very old golf links, born from the inspiration of Colt and Alison has been preserved and improved over the years. It has undergone a programme of renovation and maintenance since 2006, and is a true golf links in the great tradition of its British cousins. The Dunes, a 9 superb hole golf course with beautiful greens is an excellent addition.
COTENTIN PENNINSULA Fontenay-Sur-Mer Located in the bay of the Cherbourg Peninsula between Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue and SainteMère-Eglise, the golf course is a historic seaside 9 hole course, designed in the 70's in the true tradition of links-courses, and a more recent 9 hole course designed by Yves Bureau in 2008 in a unique natural area on the edge of the Natural Park of the Wetlands of the Cherbourg Peninsula and Bessin.
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Between Le Touquet and La Baule, only one golf club features two 18 hole courses. Just 3 miles from the American Cemetery of Colleville-sur-Mer, Omaha Beach is also a historic place which evokes respect and emotion. Two exceptional courses which can't be missed: one which runs down to the sea offering breathtaking views of the Channel before moving through the countryside, the other which looks down on the Manoir du Baron Gerard before challenging you with a series of lakes.
COUTAINVILLE GOLF COURSE Agon-Coutainville The golf course at Coutainville lies between the sea and the countryside, close to both the town centre and the beach. It has 14 holes laid out as links, and another 4 holes amongst hedges. The course contains a number of hidden traps, in particular its very subtle par 3's surrounded by bunkers. There are also water hazards, including a new one at the 9th hole constructed in 2011, which all demand precise stroke play while being aesthetically pleasing.
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GOLF D’ETRETAT This spectacular links golf course is set on top of the cliffs and is perched high above the English Channel. As you would expect the views are nothing short of stunning and some of the golf holes
run dangerously close to the edge of the sea, slicers beware! This historic championship golf course was first laid out in 1908 and is considered to be one of the best golf courses in all of France.
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Near to Caen there’s a great choice of golf with 36 holes at Omaha Beach to the west, the undulating holes at Clécy to the south and Golf de Garcelles, and Houlgate nearer to the city and its port at Ouistreham. Popular with wealthy Parisiens as well as Brits, Deauville boasts an elegant waterfront and casino, with many chic villas, hotels and restaurants.
GOLF DE BEUZEVAL Slightly inland from the swish seaside resort of Deauville and handy for the ferry port at Ouistreham (little more than half an hour away), is the beautiful Golf de Beuzeval. Dominated in part by the splendid château nestling in the river valley this course offers a combination of Normandy countryside and wonderful views over the Channel. Dating back to 1980, and designed by none other than Peter Alliss and Dave Thomas, this is a private course that has always extended a warm welcome, especially to British golfers.
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GOLF DE GARCELLES In the heart of Normandy, 10 minutes south of Caen, is Golf de Garcelles whose 18 holes represent a tricky challenge to any golfer. The first 9 holes are relatively flat with fairways that allow you to play strong shots whereas the back 9 in the woods demand precision and daring, with 5 holes skirting stretches of water with thin fairways framed by trees.
GOLF DE DIEPPE Created in 1897, Dieppe golf course is the oldest of the Norman golf courses and the seventh oldest golf course in France. Located between the cities of Dieppe and Pourville-sur-mer, it offers an exceptional panorama aswell as a memorable golfing experience.
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GOLF DE DEAUVILLE ST GATIEN Between picturesque Honfleur and elegant Deauville is Golf de Deauville St Gatien. This 27 hole parkland course is surrounded by forests with superb, open views of the Seine estuary. Half the course is in the valley, while the last nine holes are on beautifully landscaped higher ground. The magnificent timber framed clubhouse is a former 18th century cider brewery and offers a warm welcome to all visitors.
GOLF CLUB DE L’AMIRAUTÉ Built on a former stud farm and designed by Bill Baker, the superb course at l’Amirauté is a unique marshland course with long water hazards, wide fairways and large greens. It gives the impression of playing golf in Florida, and from the back tees this can be a real challenge. If you are struggling with the golf you can try to spot the 31 contemporary sculptures found on the course, or have a spot of lunch in the modern clubhouse, which serves excellent food, and is in a superb location with views out towards Deauville.
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GOLF DE CAEN Golf de Caen in Le Vallon is a public course but much much better than most municipal equivalents back in the UK. It boasts top quality undulating greens and is set in a gently rolling rural landscape. just a few miles north of the city. Laid out, like many of the new generation of French courses, by English architects (Fred Hawtree in this case) in the early 1990s, Caen is an interesting combination of hills and woodland which makes it particularly picturesque in the autumn.
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NORMANDY PARKLAND Head towards Paris for the well-located Golf D’Evreux, the beautiful course at Champ de Bataille, the super parkland course at Vaudreuil or the stunning combination of water and trees at Le Golf Parc.
GOLF CLUB DU CHAMP DE BATAILLE This course has one of the most visually stunning golf holes you’re ever likely to see, the 17th, a short but fiendishly tight par three across a valley simply brimming with 100 year old rhododendrons. You could almost be at Augusta, although this wonderful championship standard course, Golf Club de Champ de Bataille, is amongst the most beautiful in France and has also been compared with Wentworth and Woburn.
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GOLF BARRIÈRE DE ST JULIEN Close to Pont l’Evêque, in the heart of the Pays d’Auge is Golf Barrière de St Julien. This traditional style course, with a sprinkling of water hazards, winds through lush Normandy pastures. An open course in one of France’s most beautiful regions.
Ponds and lakes make for good water hazards and well placed bunkers are there to catch the wayward. The 9 hole is a good test for beginners and midhandicappers whilst the 18 hole will suit players of all levels. Free trolley hire when playing this course.
GOLF D’ÉVREUX In the heart of the Normandy region, halfway between Paris and Deauville, the UGOLF d'Évreux, designed in 1994 by the architect Jean Pascal Fourès, offers a natural setting to allow everyone, young and old, to enjoy or to get in touch with golf.
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GOLF BARRIÈRE DE DEAUVILLE The original 18 hole course was built by Tom Simpson in 1929 and in the 60s Henry Cotton designed a further 9 holes. The 27 holes of Golf Barrière run through through extremely well maintained
woodland on the edge of Deauville. There are magnificent views across both the town and sea, and although not long, the numerous dog-legs and tight fairways demand accuracy from the tee.
GOLF DU VAUDREUIL Conveniently located between Evreux and Paris, Golf du Vaudreuil is a flat, mature course. Designed by Hawtree, the fairways wind through magnificently preserved parkland planted with a variety of trees where accuracy off the tee is essential. Try not to be distracted by the fabulous houses that line the course!
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LE GOLF PARC ROBERT HERSANT Previously named Golf Parc de Nantilly, this is a beautiful course 20 minutes from Evreux and is an absolute must when you visit Normandy. Boasting a great clubhouse and maintained to the highest standard, the course has an American feel to it with plenty of water hazards which include several island greens. It is also surrounded by many rare species of trees which, when in colour, look fantastic. Buggy with GPS and use of the driving range is included in the price. No trolley or club hire.
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GOLF NATIONAL ALBATROS RYDER CUP 2018 GOLF COURSE THE ALBATROS IS A REAL GEM RECOGNISED AS ONE OF THE BEST CHAMPIONSHIP COURSES IN EUROPE RECEIVING HEAPS OF HIGH PRAISES FROM PROS AND AMATEURS. Le Golf National near Versailles, also know as the Albatros course, is a real gem of a French golf course where good course management is the key to a successful round. Combining the traditional feel of a links with the modern features of target golf, it is also the host of the French Open and offers a truly memorable 18 holes.
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The greens are the biggest challenge as they have been expertly shaped around water features and sprinkled with bunkers, making this a perfect match-play course which was well displayed at the 2018 Ryder Cup. This track requires you to use every club in your bag making this a test of versatility as well as accuracy.
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GOLF BREAKS With crowd-free fairways set alongside stunning coast and countryside, golf in France can’t be beaten. Add to this outstanding food and wine, a unique après-golf ambience and great value ferry-inclusive packages, and you’ve got a golf break you’ll never forget!
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Sail overnight from Portsmouth to Caen with cabin, arrive the following morning
Sail overnight from Portsmouth to Caen with cabin, arrive the following morning
On arrival play St Gatien
Drive to Golf de Deauville for your first round before travelling on to Louviers where you will stay 2 nights at Hotel le Pré St Germain
Continue onto Trouville where you will stay at the Hostellerie du Vallon for 2 nights Play further rounds at Caen and Amiraute Sail late afternoon from Caen to Portsmouth
Play Golf du Vaudreuil and Golf Club du Champ de Bataille Enjoy a leisurely afternoon sailing to Portsmouth from Caen
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GOLF DE DEAUVILLE ST GATIEN This 27 hole parkland course is surrounded by forests with superb, open views of the Seine estuary. Our opinion: Definitely worth a visit. Favourite Hole: 8th.
GOLF BARRIÈRE DE DEAUVILLE The 27 holes of Golf Barrière run through through extremely well maintained woodland on the edge of Deauville. Our opinion: A ‘must play’ but often busy at weekends with members from Paris. Favourite Hole: 17th.
GOLF CLUB DE L’AMIRAUTÉ Designed by Bill Baker, the superb course at l’Amirauté is a unique marshland course with water hazards, wide fairways and large greens. Our opinion: A great course, normally very quiet. Favourite Hole: 3rd.
GOLF DU VAUDREUIL Designed by Hawtree, the fairways wind through preserved parkland where accuracy off the tee is essential Our opinion: Outstanding course in outstanding surroundings. Favourite Hole: 9th.
GOLF DE CAEN Caen is an interesting combination of hills and woodland which makes it particularly picturesque in the autumn. Our opinion: The location is perfect for our clients. A good course. Favourite Hole: 10th.
GOLF CLUB DU CHAMP DE BATAILLE With one of the most stunning golf holes you’re ever likely to see, the 17th, a short but fiendishly tight par three across a valley simply brimming with 100 year old rhododendrons. Our opinion: A ‘must play’ when in Normandy. Favourite Hole: 17th.
HOSTELLERIE DU VALLON ****** The pretty town of Trouville, a seaside resort since the 1850s, owes its continuing popularity to two things - a wonderful sandy beach and a willingness to constantly update amenities. Not least of today’s attractions is this hotel.
HOTEL LE PRÉ ST GERMAIN ****** Quaint Louviers is midway between Rouen and Evreux and is crisscrossed by branches of the river Eure.
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Customer Testimonials From the start right through, everything ran well. The ferry over was good with a swift check In. Both the courses were absolutely fantastic and will definitely be looking at returning to them.
EAST NORMANDY from only £525 per person
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1 NIGHT ON BOARD, 2 NIGHTS B&B AND 3 ROUNDS Sail overnight from Portsmouth to Caen with cabin, arrive the following morning Play Golf National Albatros before returning to Hotel Golf Parc Robert Hersant for 2 nights Play Le Golf Parc de Nantilly and Golf Club du Champ de Bataille before returning to Caen for a late afternoon sailing to Portsmouth
Course and hotel information GOLF NATIONAL ALBATROS Combining the traditional feel of a links with the modern features of target golf, this a perfect match-play course which was well displayed at the 2018 Ryder Cup. Our opinion: A real gem of a course, and your chance to test yourself on a true championship course. Favourite Hole: 18th. LE GOLF PARC ROBERT HERSANT Plenty of water hazards and surrounded by many rare species of trees which, when in colour, look fantastic Our opinion: Beautifully laid-out, buggy friendly and a “must play” if in this part of Normandy. American style . Favourite Hole: 12th.
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GOLF CLUB DU CHAMP DE BATAILLE This wonderful championship course is amongst the most beautiful in France and has also been compared with Wentworth and Woburn. Our opinion: Quite stunning when the rhododendrons are in bloom. Favourite Hole: 17th. HOTEL GOLF PARC ROBERT HERSANT, LA CHAUSSÉE D’IVRY****** This charming hotel is on the edge of Le Golf Parc and offers well-equipped, modern rooms. From here it’s a pleasant walk to the clubhouse where you can enjoy excellent cuisine in the restaurant, relax in the lounge, or sit out on the terrace. All in all a great place to stay.
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Browse in our on board shops for great savings on our fine selection of wines, spirits, tobacco, perfumes, clothing, cosmetics, accessories and much more.
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Why sail with Brittany Ferries? BEST CHOICE OF ROUTES AND DEPARTURES With the widest choice of routes, planning your next trip couldn't be easier. Sail by day, overnight or high-speed and you can even mix and match our services, and return via a different port. SPEED ACROSS TO FRANCE FROM PORTSMOUTH From mid May until mid September, our high speed service from Portsmouth is perfect if you want to start your holiday sooner. Arrive in as little as 180 minutes and enjoy easy access to a network of major roads for destinations in Normandy, Brittany, the Loire, and beyond. WHY DRIVE THROUGH THE NIGHT WHEN YOU CAN SLEEP THROUGH IT?
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Enjoy award-winning cuisine and elegant fine dining in our à la carte restaurants, and discover great value and a superb choice of international food in our self-service restaurants.
Catch the latest films in our cinemas, enjoy live entertainment, take a stroll on deck and relax or spot some wildlife.
With a modern cruise-ferry fleet and hundreds of cabins and comfortable reserved seats, you can sleep away the miles while we take you closer to your holiday. You'll wake up in France or Spain refreshed, with the benefit a head start on fast roads heading south, east or west. DISCOVER SPAIN, WITHOUT THE PLANE If you like the idea of a holiday in Spain, but want to avoid the hassle of flying, or the long drive through France, we have the perfect solution. FERRY INCLUSIVE HOLIDAYS For nearly 40 years, Brittany Ferries Holidays have been providing an excellent range of hand-picked accommodation at superb prices.
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Royal County Down is located in one of the world’s most naturally beautiful links settings in the Murlough Nature Reserve. Against the magnificent backdrop of the Mountains of Mourne, the links stretches along the shores of Dundrum Bay, zigzagging back and forth to provide a different vista from virtually every hole.
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ominican Republic, the undisputed “it” destination for golf, is widely known as having the most magnificent golf courses in the Caribbean and Latin America. The country boasts a growing list of world-class golf courses designed by some of the game’s most acclaimed course architects, including Pete Dye, P.B. Dye, Jack Nicklaus, Robert Trent Jones Sr., Gary Player, Tom Fazio, Nick Price and Greg Norman. The Dominican Republic is the second largest country in the Caribbean and
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also one of the most ecologically diverse nations in the world. Stunning vistas – including waves crashing over dramatic coastlines, coconut palm groves, lush sun-kissed fairways, gentle mountains and exotic nature – set the scene for uniquely designed and distinct golf courses. Experienced and novice golfers alike cannot resist playing the island’s challenging courses blessed with clear blue skies, azure seas and constant beautiful weather. The country has a wide variety of both inland and coastal courses, including 86
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stunning sea-view holes and 39 oceanside holes – more than any comparable destination – making it a perfect spot for golf travelers of all experience levels. Whether you are a professional golfer or a beginner, playing golf here is a unique experience. Most clubs in the country provide clinics and lessons with some of the sport’s most elite players. These packages cater to both the serious and recreational player, offering affordable club rentals and often including meals and drinks, as well as green fees and cart rentals.
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he sophisticated East Coast of Dominican Republic attracts visitors from around the world who come to explore and savor the luxuries of Punta Cana. Nestled across 100 miles of the world’s top beaches lapped by turquoise waters and dotted with swaying palm trees, Punta Cana is Dominican Republic’s most lavish and popular destination. Your inspiration begins at touchdown, where the picture-perfect coastline beckons
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with a seemingly endless strip of frostwhite sand shelving into reef-protected lagoons of irresistible peacock blues and greens. These silvery sands stretch virtually unbroken for 40 miles and are the reason for Dominican Republic’s astonishing assemblage of all-inclusive hotels and convention centers. Punta Cana’s beaches and resorts may be its biggest draw, but its world-renowned golf courses and entertainment, like swimming
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TRAVEL TIPS LOCATION & CLIMATE Dominican Republic occupies the eastern two-thirds of the large island of Hispaniola, which it shares with the Republic of Haiti, and is the second largest country in the Caribbean. The country has a population of 10 million and enjoys sunny tropical weather all year. The average year-round temperatures are 78°F to 88°F (25°C to 31°C). The cooler season is November through April, while it is warmest from May through October. TIME: The local time zone is Eastern Caribbean Time (GMT-0400). Dominican Republic does not observe daylight savings time. CAPITAL CITY: Dominican Republic’s historic and sophisticated capital city, Santo Domingo, is the oldest city of the New World. Santo Domingo’s Colonial City was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1990. LANGUAGE: Spanish is the official language; however, the majority of employees in hotels and tourist destinations speak relatively good English, French, German and Italian, among other languages. CURRENCY: The Dominican peso (RD$) is the official currency.
with dolphins and zip lining through the exotic vegetation, promise to capture your imagination and refresh your soul. To the north of Punta Cana is the equally luxe resort area of Bávaro. Together, Bávaro and Punta Cana feature Dominican Republic’s largest hotel and resort infrastructure. Year after year, this region, where the Atlantic meets the Caribbean Sea, has been the venue for international fishing competitions and has also become the number one golf destination in the Caribbean.
GETTING THERE: Dominican Republic currently has eight international airports throughout the country, including: Las Américas International Airport (SDQ) in Santo Domingo, La Romana International Airport (LRM), Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), Gregorio Luperón International Airport (POP) in Puerto Plata, El Cibao International Airport (STI) in Santiago, and El Catey International Airport (AZS) in Samaná. The destinations that regularly receive cruises are Santo Domingo (terminals of Sansoucí and Don Diego), La Romana (Casa de Campo and Isla Catalina), Punta Cana (Cap Cana Marina), Puerto Plata (Amber Cove) and Samaná (Cayo Levantado and Samaná Bay).
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GOLFING MECCA The Dominican Republic is the most popular destination in the Caribbean and it is plain to see why, with its beautiful white sandy beaches, lush indigenous forest and of course the quality all-inclusive golf resorts with luxury accommodation available. Golf is available to play here year round, where the wonderful Caribbean climate lends itself to a luxury golf holiday. The glittering east coast boasts 189 holes of golf all easily accessible from a wide range of luxe ocean-front resorts spread across some of the world’s top beaches. This enchanting region continues to be the premier destination for travelers who seek challenging upscale golf on the world’s most memorable courses desgined by Nick Price, Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio, P.B. Dye and José-Pepe-Gancedo.
Golf in Punta Cana
Golf in La Romana
The golfing in Punta Cana is the most impressive available in the country if not the whole of the Caribbean island area.
The third largest city in the country, with a population of approximately 130,000.
There are a number of top quality courses, most noteworthy would be The Lakes Barceló Golf Course which is a breath taking series of holes with a large amount of water hazards to avoid. The Punta Espada Golf Club provides golfers with fantastic views along the coastline while playing a course which was developed by Jack Nicklaus. The close proximity to the nearest airport only aids to increase the popularity of this breath taking course.
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This region is home to the premier course on the island. The must play course at the Casa De Campo resort (pictured right), which is called the ‘Teeth of the Dog’ is considered the top course on the island and the whole of the Caribbean itself. The resort at Casa De Campo has a total of 3 championship level courses, including the Teeth of the Dog, Links & Dye Fore along with some of the most luxurious accommodation on the planet, the spa and rooms are without a doubt deserving of their 5* rating.
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THE PLAYLIST: DOMINICAN REPUBLIC PUNTA ESPADA GOLF CLUB Punta Espada Golf Club, Nicklaus’s first signature course in Dominican Republic and now one of two in the region, opened in November 2006 and continues to make top golf course lists. Nicklaus’s gem boasts eight holes playing either alongside or over the Caribbean Sea –including the stunning par-4 17th, which requires a tee- shot carry over a bay. The Golden Bear superbly utilizes and incorporates the area’s bluffs, beaches, lagoons and tropical foliage into the course’s design. Location: Cap Cana Holes: 18 Par: 72; Yardage: 7,396 Designer: Jack Nicklaus www.puntaespadagolf.com
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CASA DE CAMPO Teeth of the Dog As Pete Dye’s first Casa de Campo creation, this course first put Dominican Republic on the world golf stage in 1971. Teeth of the Dog continues to amaze golfers with pristine playing conditions 45 years later. It consistently ranks as the best course in the Caribbean and as one of the top courses in the world, making it a mustplay destination for both serious and recreational golfers. Seven of its 18 holes are directly on the ocean front – four on the front nine and three on the back – making it extra tough to play due to tenacious Caribbean winds. Location: Casa de Campo Resort & Villas, La Romana Holes: 18 Par: 72; Yardage: 7,471 Designer: Pete Dye www.casadecampo.com.do
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THE PLAYLIST: DOMINICAN REPUBLIC CASA DE CAMPO Dye Fore Pete Dye completed his hat trick of perfection at Casa de Campo when this course opened in 2005. Nestled right in the breathtaking Chavón River valley – where scenes from Apocalypse Now were filmed – golfers enjoy cliff-side holes dropping 300 feet to the valley below. The course also boasts 13 holes overviewing the Caribbean Sea, as well as breathtaking views of Altos de Chavón, a replica of a 16th-century Mediterranean village, and the Dominican mountains, which challenge players with 40 mile-perhour gusting winds. Location: Casa de Campo Resort & Villas, La Romana Holes: 27 Par: 72; Yardage: 7,714 Designer: Pete Dye www.casadecampo.com.do
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CASA DE CAMPO The Links Pete Dye designed this course only a few years after Casa de Campo’s Teeth of the Dog. It first greeted golfers in 1975 and has drawn comparisons to traditional British and Scottish links courses thanks to its fairways and open putting surfaces that invite golfers to play shots along the ground. This moderately hilly course has several lagoons and lakes that are popular with wading birds and features tall, dense bay and guinea jungle-grass rough, as well as numerous bunkers. Most of its holes dogleg either right or left over the undulating landscape. The Links was completely overhauled in 2012 to make it as challenging as its sister courses. Location: Casa de Campo Resort & Villas, La Romana Holes: 18 Par: 71; Yardage: 7,003 Designer: Pete Dye www.casadecampo.com.do
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LA CANA GOLF CLUB Location: Puntacana Resort & Club, Punta Cana Holes: 27 Arrecife: Par 36; Yardage: 3,676 Hacienda: Par 36; Yardage: 3,768 Tortuga: Par 36; Yardage: 3,483 Designer: P.B. Dye www.puntacana.com
The P.B. Dye-designed La Cana Golf Club was established in 2001 as an 18hole course, with the new nine-hole Hacienda added in 2012. The Tortuga and Arrecife nines capture the stunning Caribbean scenery with 14 ocean-view holes and four memorable holes that play right on the beach. Arrecife’s nine culminates in two spectacular fairways that skirt the azure waters and greens where you feel to reach out and touch the sea. Hacienda is both challenging and beautiful in its design as it takes the golfer inland through dense, colorful tropical vegetation. La Cana’s well- guarded putting surfaces provide a stern test for even the lowest handicappers. La Cana is a course that’s perfect for golfers of all skill levels and greets all with a relaxing atmosphere complemented by wide, mostly at fairways.
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HARD ROCK GOLF CLUB AT CANA BAY Location: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Macao Holes: 18 Par: 72; Yardage: 7,253 Designer: Jack Nicklaus www.hardrockhotelpuntacana.com
The Nicklaus-designed golf course, which opened in March 2010, presents golfers with a challenge at each hole and is playable by golfers of any skill level. The first golf course to carry the iconic Hard Rock brand, and located just inland from the beachfront, Hard Rock Hotel Punta Cana, winds through beautiful native tropical vegetation that extends right up to the edge of the fairways, with no rough so that straight-hitting is at a premium. The course lives up to its rock ‘n’ roll branding; each hole is named after a famous rock song and putts roll pretty fast on the slick but small, sloping greens. There are also several blind shots that add to the challenge of this 7,253-yard layout.
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CORALES GOLF CLUB This Tom Fazio creation, the second oceanfront course at Puntacana Resort & Club, opened in 2010. Featuring six oceanfront holes set on rocky cliffs next to the Caribbean Sea, Fazio’s breathtaking and distinctive design has quickly established as one of Dominican Republic’s must-play courses. Corales boasts one of golf’s most magni cent nishes; the last three holes, called the Devil’s Elbow, culminate in a striking, U-shaped 18th that plays around a narrow, bluff-edged bay. The course hosts the Web.com Tour’s rst tournament in Dominican Republic – the Corales Puntacana Resort & Club Championship – in June each year in a deal set to run until at least 2018. Location: Puntacana Resort & Club, Punta Cana Holes: 18 Par: 72 Yardage: 7,650 Designer: Tom Fazio www.puntacana.com
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Experience unlimited golf on 3 championship Caribbean courses with this 7 night All Inclusive golfing holiday to the Dominican Republic. This stunning 7,000-acre resort in La Romana in the Dominican Republic features impressive hotel rooms and suites, as well as spectacular villas with private pools in lavish settings – ideal for group gatherings and celebrations. All hotel and villa guests can explore the lush, tropical grounds on personal, complimentary golf carts included with their stay. And just beyond the shores, the secluded Catalina and Saona Islands await with even more hidden beaches and lush surroundings to discover.
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PACKAGE INCLUDES: • Flights from the UK with British Airways • Return airport transfers • 7 nights All Inclusive in a Pete Dye Golf Lodge Room • Unlimited golf at: Teeth of The Dog, Dye Fore & The Links • Shared cart & range balls included with the rounds
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GOLF PACKAGES DOMINICAN REPUBLIC PACKAGE INCLUDES: Flights from Gatwick with British Airways Private Airport & Golf Transfers 7 nights on an all inclusive basis 4 rounds of golf with cart at La Cana, Corales, Punta Espada & Teeth of the Dog.
SANCTUARY CAP CANA ALL INCLUSIVE GOLF HOLIDAY This Caribbean golf holiday takes you to the Dominican Republic’s All Inclusive adults-only resort, Sanctuary Cap Cana. Stay 7 nights & enjoy 4 rounds of golf on 4 exotic & exciting golf courses
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TORTUGA BAY HOTEL PUNTACANA A Dominican Republic golf holiday at Tortuga Bay Hotel Punta Cana Resort & Club offers luxury, impeccable service & access to incredible golf courses. Being the only AAA Five Diamond Awarded property in the Dominican Republic, expect to be fully taken care of from the moment you touch down at Punta Cana international airport. 68
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Thrilling gaming action in the biggest and best casino in the Caribbean, exhilarating nightlife, tantalizing culinary options, stateof-the-art facilities and rooms worth tweeting about, all infused with the legendary rock and roll vibe Hard Rock are famous for. Spacious. Indulgent. Decadent. From the moment you enter, you’ll immediately notice rock star touches like private balconies, Hydro Spa Tub, dual showers, plush bathrobes and slippers, and even your own liquor dispenser. From the music playing when you arrive until the evening turn-down service before you call it a night, major attention has been put into every minor detail to ensure your Hard Rock Hotel, Punta Cana vacation is worthy of a superstar.
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f you enjoy travelling as part of a group then look no further than our escorted golf tours or our fun and sociable golf tournaments.
Many of our amateur golf tournaments include tuition and are ideal for single golfers, couples and groups of friends. Nongolfers are also welcome and we will make sure they have an equally good time! Here are a number of good reasons to go on one of our tours or join one of our tournaments.
Jacques Gous Chaka Travel’s PGA Professional
South African born Jacques moved to the UK in 2000 and since then has worked as a PGA Professional in England. Since his path crossed with Chaka Travel in 2013 he has not looked back, in his own words “The guys at Chaka Travel has made my dream come true. They made it possible for me to take groups of golfers to some of the most beautiful locations and whilst playing golf with them and improving their golf through professional tuition”. Obviously South Africa was his first country to visit with a group and since then he has added more countries with groups joining him to Turkey, Mauritius and Spain 72
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Meet like-minded people and make lifelong friends Escorted golf holidays are suitable for everyone from solo travellers to couples, and because you’re joining a group of like-minded people with similar interests you’re very likely to make new friends and acquaintances. Benefit from having your own tour guide and improve your game Our guides are extremely knowledgeable about the areas where you’ll be staying, and will also be on hand to offer expert tuition and advice on improving your game during your stay. This means you’ll get a highly enjoyable social and cultural experience combined,
really providing the best of everything in a holiday whether you’re a golfer or not. Play stunning courses and visit exotic locations Our escorted group holidays take place in some of the most beautiful and intoxicating destinations in the world, so this could be the ideal opportunity to play some courses on your bucket list. Total flexibility Many people incorrectly assume that joining an escorted golf holiday means that their days and night are planned out in advance and that it takes more of a ‘school trip’ feel than a relaxing and luxurious holiday. This really couldn’t be further from the truth. ISSUE 7
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At Chaka Travel we pride ourselves on our open and friendly way of doing business, and we find that this attracts clients who share our values to create a group of people who want to travel, enjoy good food and wine and play on some of the best golf courses around the world. Sound like your kind of people? We thought so. Why not call us today to find out more on 028 9023 2112 ISSUE 7
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