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Covering All the Bases Thailand Exceeds Expectations By CLAUDIO DEMARCHI
On and Off the Course
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he far too often used term Bucket List is one that is used regularly to describe a visit to Thailand for North Americans. Whether it is because it seems to be on the other side of the world or because of the overall expectations, its all true. Thus, the label - Amazing Thailand Getting to a bucket list destination should not be about what it takes to get there or how long - it is about the experience. Having been 5 times I can assure that Bucket List cannot be used often enough when it comes to Thailand. Expectations will be met both The Old Course at Siam Country Club on and off the golf course. with the season. World Class, another far • The Central Thailand Golf Tour is too often used term, but when describing the golf courses that we are going to recom- a 10-day escorted tour starting in Bangkok mend you play, that is exactly what they taking you to Kanchanaburi and Hua Hin. are. After all Tiger and Vijay both won at CLICK HERE • The Bangkok / Pattaya Experience is the Thai Country Club and Tiger still has a 14 Day escorted tour with plenty of golf a locker there. Golf, there is a plenty, but you would split between the 2 destinations. CLICK HERE be remiss to not indulge in the diverse culIn all there are over 260 courses in ture. Note: Below you will find a couple of sample golf and touring packages provided Thailand but you will likely want to start a by Asia Golf Experiences a preferred sup- Thai adventure in Bangkok, especially if it plier of the Tourism Authority of Thailand. is your first visit. It won’t take long before All programs can be adjusted cost will vary you understand why Bangkok, “The City
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of Angels” is the #1 most visited city in the world. In the Bangkok area The Thai Country Club is a must stop and it was here that in 1997 Tiger Woods won the Asian Honda Classic. Another real treat is the Royal Gems Golf City – Dream Arena a full replica course, the front 9 is a collection of great holes from around the world plus the back nine from Augusta National for your back nine. The Nikanti Golf Club is one of the newer additions and has quickly risen to must play status with it’s unique 6-6-6 layout, meticulously maintained and you will be spoiled the Thai hospitality the entire day. Since it is not only about the golf, here are some of the things you should expect and enjoy off the greens. Warning!!! The People of Thailand are amongst the friendliest in the world. The “Land of Smiles!” You may not want to leave. Weather, golfers need not worry, it is always warm! Food from local, tasty, sometimes spicy Thai cuisine to international flare beyond compare. Fancy, if you want, from “Michelin” Stars restaurant, dining on
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