Inside Golf Travel March 2017

Issue 41 // MAR 2017

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Qantas to offer Foxtel, Netflix and Spotify on board Q antas customers on Wi-Fi enabled domestic flights will be able to watch their favourite shows, avoid missing out on live sport and listen to almost any song they like, with Foxtel, Netflix and Spotify coming on board to provide content in 2017.

With speeds up to 10 times faster than conventional inflight Wi-Fi, Qantas will offer customers video and audio streaming when the service is switched on its first domestic aircraft this month. The rest of the airline’s fleet of domestic Boeing 737 and Airbus A330 aircraft will follow from mid-2017.

The faster connection speeds – which enable streaming – are made possible through the nbn Sky Muster™ satellite service and represents a significant upgrade over older satellite technology accessed by most airlines around the world.

“We know that email, online shopping and general web browsing will be popular when we switch on Wi-Fi, but what a lot of people relish about flying is being able to catch up on their favourite TV shows or watch movies they didn’t get to see at the cinema,” said Qantas Group Executive of

Brand, Marketing and Corporate Affairs, Olivia Wirth.

While Foxtel, Netflix and Spotify are all paid subscription services, they will offer free access to Qantas customers on and off the aircraft for between three days and one month after their Qantas flight.

Foxtel will offer three days free access to its Foxtel app every time a customer flies, allowing customers to stream live sports, news and TV shows as well as its full range of on-demand content. Netflix will offer new customers access to the entire Netflix service as part of a 30-day free trial. Existing Netflix members only need to log in. Spotify will offer a 30 day free trial of its Premium music service, which has no ads, shuffle play and unlimited skips. Users will log in via their own devices. •

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Tee off on a Remarkable Golf Tour Queenstown’s Premier Golf Tour specialists, Remarkable Golf Tours have been operating from Queenstown since 2007, providing NZ-wide golf tour packages to both small and large groups with an outstanding reputation for their service. Providing packages including accommodation, golf and their own fleet for transportation, including self-drive options, they have the local knowledge and expertise to ensure that groups experience the best that New Zealand has to offer at the best value. With sensational golf courses on offer, incredible scenery, nightlife, activities, food and wine, New Zealand is deserving of a quality local operator to ensure your NZ holiday isn’t just memorable, but a Remarkable one!

However large or small your group is, take the opportunity to contact Remarkable Golf Tours to see what they can offer you for a memorable golf trip to New Zealand.

More information: Contact Tim Kershaw on (+64) 274 653 888, AUS FREE: 1300 528 165, or visit www.remarkablegolftours.co.nz or email info@remarkablegolftours. co.nz.

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The island is King

Cape Wickham Links

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ong famed for its cheese, free-range beef and laid-back atmosphere, King Island in Bass Strait is also quickly becoming known on a global scale for its amazing, worldclass golf. With two magnificent courses now gracing its shores, Ocean Dunes and Cape Wickham, golfers from far and wide are buzzing with excitement about this once sleepy island. Indeed, the tiny island is on the verge of a major boom in golf tourism, as the courses, services, accommodation and food are all becoming renowned across the globe.

Inside Golf has travelled to King Island on a variety of occasions, and we have developed a bit of a “golf crush” on the island. Though windswept and still a bit “raw” it offers golfers a pure, endearing and exciting golf adventure that must be experienced to be appreciated. Both layouts are true “golfer’s courses”. They are perfect for the player who prefers a challenging, raw, bump-and-run type of golf (the way golf was meant to be played), yet also enjoyable for the higher marker, as their rugged charm is equalled only by their sheer beauty.

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THE GOLF Nestled on the west coast of the island, just 4km outside of the central town of Currie, Ocean Dunes has everything that the passionate golfer could want, from spectacular ocean views to challenging world-class golf. Covering 285 acres, incorporating rolling dunes and unsurpassed views along 2km of majestic coastline, the course features subtle, rolling greens set in picture-perfect, natural locations.

Meandering along the rocky coast, the opening holes are simply jaw-dropping.

From the opening teeshot on the 500m par-5 first hole—which requires a wellplaced drive over the dunes to a dogleg fairway, to the blind approach on the 280m par-4 second hole (again, over a dune), you’ll need to learn quickly to focus on your game (and not the aweinspiring views). The following holes are no picnic, especially on a windy day. Both the 425m par-4 third and the amazing 130m par-3 fourth require water carries, but if you keep your wits about you, you can safely navigate the course, and keep the ball dry!

You continue your journey along the front nine by continuing inward, winding through and around the dunes, (but the ocean views will stay with you throughout). With each hole you become more and more mesmerised by just how special this course really is.

The back-nine features even more of the raw beauty, and pure, rugged golf, starting with the par-3 tenth, a 210m brute which plays across 3 Rivers Bay. Among our favourite holes are the 13th and 14th, both at the highest points on the course. The 13th is a drivable parfour for the bigger hitters (310m) while the 14th is a short par-three (110m) from an elevated tee. But don’t let the distance fool you – with some wind in your face, the hole could require a LOT more club than you think.

In truth, there are no weak holes at Ocean Dunes. All throughout the course, you are presented with a variety of risk/ reward options, daunting tee shots, troublesome rough and well-protected greens. Firm and fast conditions are the name of the game here.

Multiple tee blocks are available for players of all standards to choose from, with between four and seven tee options on each hole. So whether you opt to take on the “teeth” of the course from the back tees, or simply choose the more “friendly” forward tees, there is something for golfers of every level/skillset, offering everyone a chance to not only try and tame the course, but to also have one heck of a fun time.

More: www.oceandunes.com.au, (03) 6462 1633.

Up the coast from Ocean Dunes, the magnificent Cape Wickham Links has been ranked the 24th best golf course in the world by Golf Digest Magazine (USA).

Situated near the northwestern tip of King Island and designed by American Mike DeVries and Melbourne’s Darius Oliver, the course was recently described as one of the “hottest new layouts on the globe”.

Known for its challenging and wonderful layout—not to mention its views of the famous lighthouse (the

Ocean Dunes tallest in the Southern Hemisphere)— The Cape Wickham routing has been described as “heart-pounding, starting along rocks and crashing surf, moving inland but not out of the wind, returning to ocean edge at the downhill 10th, pitchshot 11th and drivable par-4 12th, then wandering into dunes before a crescendo closing hole curving along Victoria Cove beach, which is in play at low tides.”

Inside Golf has played the course on a number of occasions and we always walk away impressed and in awe. From the mesmerising views to the spectacular layout and the true challenge of the course, it is definitely a must-play course that not only demands respect, but commands adoration.

Though the entire course features some

of the most beautiful and challenging holes you’ll ever play, the back-nine is the real treat here, with the par-4 16th and par-3 17th the real standouts. Both holes feature teeboxes along the rocky coastline, requiring nerves of steel and a quality teeshot to find success.

Cape Wickham Links has also opened up brand-new accommodation on course (see Accommodation section), making the course an enticing stay-and-play option.

More information: www.capewickham.com.au.

King Island Golf and Bowls club Somewhat overshadowed by the two new courses (but no less spectacular), the long-established King Island Golf and Bowls club, in Currie, is one of the world’s greatest 9-hole courses. When the wind is blowing, it is one of the most challenging courses you’ll ever play, demanding creativity and strategy to plot your way to the hole. It’s also a lot of fun.

The course hugs a spectacular coastline, offering endless ocean vistas, a clever routing and greens in great condition.

The course is a composite 18 holes, with alternate tees (17) and greens (12) on ten fairways. There are three Par-3s, 12 Par4s and three Par-5s with a total length of 5476m.

More information: www.golfkingisland.com.

GETTING THERE There are a growing number of companies providing travel/air options to King Island.

Air Adventure operate three deluxe private aircraft and specialise in golf tours to Tasmania. Their aircraft average speeds of over 550km/h means it only takes 35 minutes to King Island from Melbourne.

Importantly their aircraft have pressurised cabins which means they can fly up to 35,000 feet, allowing them to fly above the clouds and any poor weather, leading to a safer and smoother flight.

Not only do they have the highest quality and fastest private charter aircraft operating in the Australian golf industry, they organise every element of your golf

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Fly in style with Air Adventure Golf Tours trip for you including accommodation, dinner reservations, golf and all on ground transfers. Air Adventure even own their own bus on the ground in King Island and once safely landing the plane, their pilot (with minimum of 1000 hours) converts to the bus driver and acts as the group tour guide doing transfers on the island everywhere from golf, dinner, the King Island Dairy and even the bottle shop if groups need extra supplies.

With Air Adventure’s golf trips focusing purely on the Barnbougle and King Island courses, they are specialists in delivering King Island and Barnbougle trips and have organised Tasmanian trips for over 1,000 golfers in the past 12 months. Their trips range from the two-day King Island private charter trips which start at $880 per person and include private charter flights, golf at Cape Wickham and Ocean Dunes, accommodation and transfers. Their fourday trip which links Barnbougle and King Island is also extremely popular,

featuring the top-4 ranked public access courses in Australia.

contact Air Adventure and book yourself a golf trip in style!

If you are looking for a luxury, easy bucket-list trip, we recommend you

For more information; golf.airadventure.com.au golf@airadventure.com.au, 1800 033 160.

WIN!

A TWO-DAY AIR ADVENTURE KING ISLAND TRIP!

Includes return flights and single room accommodation for one person, 18 holes at Cape Wickham and Ocean Dunes and car hire/transfers.

Valued at $965 To enter, visit www.insidegolf.com.au/competitions

“The Ultimate in Destination Golf” World Rank # 24

Regional Express (Rex) Airlines There is something for everyone on King Island and the secret is slowly getting out. The destination is all about slowing down and enjoying the finer things in life.

This could be an amazing coastal walk with a picnic basket full of local goodies or enjoying a game of golf on one of the many ‘must play’ golf courses in the world.

Regional Express (Rex) operates to King Island from Melbourne Tullamarine airport every day. Start your holiday early and relax in the Rex Lounge at Melbourne airport. Onboard, experience Rex’s country hospitality with complimentary tea or coffee and a small snack. Bar service is also available after 11am.

Offering you the opportunity to slow down, reconnect and enjoy the finer things in life, King Island is a very special and rugged place that will leave you spellbound.

More information: Phone: 13 17 13, www.rex.com.au

FOR SALE Golf was invented for a place like this Cape Wickham Links, King Island, Tasmania, AUSTRALIA For Sale by International Expressions of Interest, closing Thursday, 30th March at 5pm Unique opportunity to acquire a golf facility ranked #24 in the world and Australia’s #1 public access course. Comprising 18 holes & 16 luxury suites and operating assets.

Set on over 330 acres, this is a boutique golf destination with enormous development scope including a 2nd golf course.

King Island is well serviced by daily commercial flights.

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Island Breeze Motel

ACCOMMODATION AND TRAVEL PACKAGES Island Breeze Motel If you are looking for friendly service on King Island, then you must stay at Island Breeze Motel.

Ok…. So, you now know all about the amazing golf at King Island. You’ve probably heard about its world-famous cheese, seafood and beef. And now you’re planning to go there and need somewhere to stay.

If you enjoy comfort, amazing service and great value, look no further than the

Island Breeze Motel. Anna is the Manager, and a local as well. She knows the best places to eat, how to arrange local transport and even where the fish are biting. Not only that, but Anna is happy to help with your bookings as well. You don’t see this level of personal service very often, and it’s reflected in the “Breeze’s” online reviews: “We could not speak more highly of the service we received during our stay at the Island Breeze Motel, King Island.

Arriving late, after a stunning day playing the Cape Wickham Golf Course we were warmly greeted by Anna who showed us to the recently upgraded and impeccably clean rooms. Running late for our dinner reservation in town she helped with our

transport into town (only a five-minute walk, but if you’ve played Cape Wickham you will understand why a lift was so appealing). I’d thoroughly recommend a visit to King Island and a stay at the Island Breeze Motel.”--Trip Advisor, November 2016 Set in quiet surrounds, only 1 km from the centre of town and 5km from Ocean Dunes Links, the Breeze has its own shuttle service, and its accommodation options include motel rooms, cabins and apartments.

There is something there for everyone.

And when not playing golf, stay a little longer and enjoy the peace, solitude, dining and clean sea air.

There are a range of comfortable accommodation options including rooms, cabins and self-contained apartments.

After a long day of golf, relax in the enclosed guest BBQ area and enjoy the sun setting over the coast.

Inside Golf Special: Book before 30 June 2017 and mention Inside Golf to get a 10% discount on your rooms. Special rates for Groups staying three nights or more For more information call Anna on (03) 6462 1260, email at anna@islandbreezemotel.com.au or visit www.islandbreezemotel.com.au

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Cape Wickham Accommodation

Porky Beach House

King Island Hotel

Porky Beach House

Just 5 minutes from the Ocean Dunes golf course, King Island Hotel was recently purchased by Ocean Dunes. It is a comfortable and convenient place to dine and bed down after a day’s golf or touring the Island. A golfer’s lounge, where players can relax with a beer or glass of wine in front of an open fire, will be a highlight of the revamped hotel.

Inside Golf has stayed at the location and found the facility warm, welcome and comfortable.

Porky Beach House is a stunning two-level beach house built with the environment and location in mind. Its unique setting is nestled within the dunes and direct private access to its mainly private beach with breathtaking views of the Southern Ocean. Operating for the past six years but rebranding under a new name, it is unrivalled in the luxury it offers. Containing four bedrooms, (all with deluxe King sized beds that can be converted to twins) 2.5 bathrooms and a large open plan living, dining and kitchen area. The style is elegant but laid back with offerings of a gorgeous rotating fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, outdoor BBQ, Curved smart TV with Foxtel, free WiFi, all positioned with a large deck facing the ocean. Porky Beach House caters for every whim for golfers who want that special touch. An outdoor red cedar hot tub and barrel sauna with a complete glass front has recently been

More: www.oceandunes.com.au, (03) 6462 1633.

Would you like to see your club included in a future Inside Golf feature? Then have your General Manager or Marketing Manager contact us for details.

P&A CAr rentAl Holiday or business car rental.

Self-drive hire cars are an ideal way to explore the Island’s roads & see the sights.

Vehicles are available for pickup and drop off at the airport to arrival and departure flights.

Prior bookings are essential.

Vehicles Station Wagon – from $73 per day Medium Car – from $73 per day SUV – from $82 per day All auto, with air con and touring guide

installed overlooking this majestic ocean which gives the finishing touches to King Island’s most luxurious accommodation option.

For enquiries contact Alex on 0417 580 550. New website coming soon. Follow #kingislandescapes and #bassstraitexclusivetravel

New: Cape Wickham Accommodation Cape Wickham Links on King Island has just opened 16 new luxury bedrooms perched above the 1st hole. All face north and have spectacular views down the 18th hole, across the beach and Victoria Cove to the famous lighthouse. The lighthouse is the tallest in Australia and is less than 2km away. From their balcony, guests see five putting greens.

Each bedroom is very large (12m long by 4.2m wide) and has an ensuite

bathroom and a superb north-facing balcony.

The bedrooms are less than 40m from the first tee and practice green but you would never guess they are so close. A small sand dune creates total privacy from this busy area of the golf course.

They are also less than 5 minutes’ walk from the clubhouse.

A great new service for guests, the first in Australia, is that golfers staying at Wickham can have the convenience of charging the battery of their Club Car golf cart overnight at a charging station adjacent to their room. In other words, golfers staying overnight, and using a cart, get to keep the same cart for the duration of their stay.

The best news is that the room rate is only $200 per night but this will be increasing soon. There are still some vacancies for April and May. Please note the course closes in winter for 3 months from 15 June, 2017.

BASS STRAIT EXCLUSIVE TRAVEL Local King Island Company with over 30 years in looking after clients.

Specialising in golfing packages for Bass Strait Triangle; Cape Wickham, Ocean Dunes, Barnbougle & Lost Farm.

Luxury 8 seater Mercedes Benz V Class 2017 available for hire or transfers.

People mover - 8 seater from $130 per day People mover - 12 seater from $180 per day Auto and manual with air con and touring guide

Contact Alexandra 0417 580 550 email: bassstraitexclusivetravel@gmail.com bassstraitexclusivetravel

King island airport Telephone: 03 6462 1603 | Email: admin@pacars.com.au Online: www.kingisland.org.au | Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8.00am - 5.00pm

Overnight packages

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Sou’wester

A tAsteFully Furnished, modern Four bedroom home within wAlking distAnce to the township oF currie Sleeps 8 | Ocean views | Spacious kitchen and dining area Outdoor living space equipped with your own BBQ and pizza oven Book now

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Cape Wickham Accommodation

P&A Car Hire With Cape Wickham being 45 minutes from the airport, hiring a car to self drive is a great option to get to the golf and also gives you the opportunity to explore the island. P&A car rental have medium and large cars, station wagons and 4WDs, auto or manual transmission with airconditioning and they can be picked up and dropped off at the airport. Bookings are essential. Contact: (03) 6462 1603 or email admin@pacars.com.au

Great Golf Getaways – New “King Island” Packages Great Golf Getaways offers customised King Island packages for weekend golf getaways including two nights/two rounds, or for longer trips you can enjoy a Great Golf Getaways’ four-night tour package featuring two nights on King Island and two nights in Tasmania including additional rounds at

Barnbougle Dunes and The Lost Farm.

This exciting combination of two worldclass destinations, offers golfers the unique experience of playing four of Australia’s top 10 courses!

King Island packages are available for groups of all sizes and to suit all types of golf travel including club members, social clubs, and corporate VIP tours. Great Golf Getaways will assist you in arranging all your required travel arrangements including accommodation, golf bookings, transport (coach or car rental) and return flights (via private charters or regional airlines) to suit your personal tour itinerary. Travel Tip: We recommend including a visit to the famous King Island Dairy while on tour to sample their award-winning cheeses – a perfect accompaniment with the fine local Tasmanian wines.

The spring/summer months through to Autumn are the perfect time of the year for planning a trip to King Island and

Image Supplied Courtesy of Cape Wickham Golf Course.

Fly Melbourne to King Island with Special Fare $99*

Sou’wester Tasmania. It is the peak golfing season, so advance tour planning and bookings are highly recommended. Contact Great Golf Getaways for further information on their latest range of King Island and Tasmania golf packages and to assist you in planning your next trip.

For more information: 1300 124 220, Email: info@greatgolfgetaways.com.au, www.greatgolfgetaways.com.au

Sou’wester

is nestled strong against the battering Roaring Forties.

You will enjoy views of the Southern Ocean, the occasional crayfishing boat and reefs named for the wrecked ship, British Admiral.

Your master bedroom features an ensuite. Bedrooms two and three share a spacious bathroom, just steps away, your separate studio boasts a small lounge area and bathroom facilities.

Sou’wester is a tastefully furnished, modern four-bedroom home within walking distance to the township of Currie.

Sou’wester can sleep eight people, twinshare or four couples. Enjoy a spacious kitchen and dining area and outdoor living space equipped with your own BBQ and pizza oven.

Named for the prevailing winds to lash the King Island western coast, the home

For enquiries 0437 621 775 or megchivers@gmail.com

HAWAII BIG ISLAND TOUR 23 AUGUST – 1 SEPTEMBER 2017 10 DAYS - 5 ROUNDS

Play the top 5 courses on Hawaii’s Big Island Individual and team event for men and women Daily competitions and prizes Luxury beachfront accommodation with ocean views The ultimate golfing holiday

A GOLFING DESTINATION LIKE NO OTHER, SET ON AN ISLAND LIKE NO OTHER Tour information & bookings contact our National Travel Desk Tel: 1300 124 220 info@greatgolfgetaways.com.au www.greatgolfgetaways.com.au

rex.com.au 13 17 13 *Rex one-way Promo fare between Melbourne and King Island for web sales only. A booking/handling fee and a payment method surcharge apply. Sales and travel until 30 April 2017. Fare is subject to availability.

Terms & Conditions apply.

“EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION OFFER” Book before 31 March 2017 and receive a dozen Titliest Pro Vi golf balls free!

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Duntryleague

The many colours of the A Dubbo Golf Club B Mudgee Golf Club c Duntryleague D Templers Mill Motel E Greentrees Guest House F Bathurst Golf CLUB

NSW Central West

From Mudgee to Wellington, to Orange, Bathurst and Parkes, The NSW’s Central Western region boasts some of the country’s finest regional golf courses and world-class wineries. This month, we explore this amazing region from a golfer’s and traveller’s perspective.

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Duntryleague

Duntryleague Historic Duntryleague mansion and championship golf course (02 6362 3466, www.duntryleague.com.au) is one of regional Australia’s premier golf courses. The Par 70 championship 18 hole golf course stretches 6006m with lush South African couch, undulating tree lined fairways, bent grass greens and a thoughtful strategic layout requiring accuracy off the tee.

Overlooking the prestigious course and situated in the botanical gardens is the

MUDGEE…

Great Golf!

Great Wine!

Great Place!

historic mansion built in 1876 offering 14 guestrooms all with ensuites and free Wi-Fi. In conjunction with the 14 guestrooms are two fully self contained units comprising 3 bedrooms, lounge and dining rooms and kitchens.The clubhouse adjoining the mansion offers a bar, café and brasserie dining with a wide selection of delicious meals to suit all tastes.

Play and Stay packages start at $263 per person including twin share accommodation in the Duntryleague mansion, two rounds of golf, shared golf

Home of Peter Sterling & Ken Sutcliffe’s Celebrity Golf Classic

Rated No. 1 RegioNal couRse iN NsW

Greentrees cart and full breakfast. Tailored packages are also available.

Greentrees Nestled in eight acres, Greentrees (www.greentreeshouse.com.au, jasmin.bond@greentreeshouse.com. au) is only 4.5 kms from the Orange CBD, and is very close to Orange’s three golf courses.

The Guest Wing has six deluxe rooms and one luxury suite. All rooms have balconies or verandahs overlooking

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the valley and large ensuite bathrooms.

Old-fashioned fare, home-made jams and preserves and locally-grown produce are offered to guests. A delicious Continental breakfast or a Full Country Buffet breakfast is available, as are evening meals, lunches, morning and afternoon teas. Devonshire teas are a house specialty. Bookings essential.

The Garden Room (BYO Restaurant & Function Room), seats up to 60 people.

It is ideal for weddings, celebrations, seminars and workshops.

DUBBO GOLF CLUB

• 27 Holes, lush fairways, undulating greens, Country hospitality • Play 3 different 18 hole configurations • Great facilities for Social groups • Join us during March for Sunday twilight 9 hole ambrose

Packages available from $48 pp twin share (includes cart) Accommodation packages available on request, please telephone for details. * Saturdays available. Conditions apply. Valid until 31 August 2017.

Mudgee Golf Club | T: (02) 6372 1811 Ext 2 (Proshop) www.mudgeegolfclub.com.au

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Bathurst Golf Club

Bathurst Golf Club Producing champion golfers like Peter O’Malley and Gavin Coles over the years, Bathurst Golf Club has long been rated one of the ‘jewels’ in the crown of the Central West of New South Wales.

The good news is, Bathurst is a mere twoand-a-half-hour drive from Sydney and only three-and-a-half hours from Canberra, with a beautiful cross-country drive.

Bathurst boasts an 18-hole championship course that once hosted a NSW Open as well as Australian Junior Championships and an interstate series and a host of state and regional events.

The course features smallish but lightning-fast greens coupled with lush South African and Santa Ana couch fairways that meander through a beautiful tree-lined setting framed by strategic creeks and dams.

The club has a fully-licensed bar and features the Birdie & Eagle Bistro that is open for lunch seven days a week and dinner from Wednesday to Saturday.

This layout provides a pleasant playing experience for the social golfer from the forward tees, but with a slope rating of 136 from the back tees even the most discerning golfer will find it one heck of a challenge.

While in Bathurst take the opportunity to drive around the world-famous Mt Panorama racetrack, have a night out at one of the best harness racing tracks in Australia or relax while visiting one of the region’s emerging local wineries.

AAA-rated professional Matthew Barrett can organise your booking and any extras you may need on the day.

The club can also put you in touch with the Bathurst Motor Inn, The Governor Macquarie Motor Inn, Charlotte St

apartments or the Big 4 tourist park for any accommodation needs for your ‘play and stay’.

Corporate Golf and Social Golf Stay & Play Packages Available.

Golfing and food packages can be tailored to your group’s needs.

Membership is open and convenient payment options including monthly direct debits are on offer.

Golf bookings and enquiries can be made with Matt Barrett or the proshop team on (02) 6331 1379 or contact general manager, Brad Constable, on (02) 6331 4144. Email info@bathurstgolf.com. au, or visit www.bathurstgolf.com.au.

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A Championship Golf course just over the Blue Mountains

Join us for our Blue riBBon events coming soon • Mon 27 March - NSW Seniors Foursomes • 28th-30th March NSW Seniors Championship • 21st- 22nd October - NSW Open Qualifier in conjunction with Petries Mitre 10 Bathurst Open Call the Club for details

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Mudgee Golf Club

Mudgee Golf Club One of Country NSW’s leading golf clubs, Mudgee’s par-71 championship golf course hosts many Golf NSW events and the Annual Moolarben Celebrity Classic, hosted by Peter Sterling and Ken Sutcliffe.

sanctuary for myriad Australian native birds. Large gently sloping grass greens allow for multiple pin placements, whilst the championship tees are strategically positioned to test individual skill levels.

Renowned course architect James Wilcher rates the final three finishing holes as good as any in the world, with the signature ‘Donga’ 17th hole featuring in his book, Architect’s Choice.

The brand-new clubhouse has a fantastic restaurant offering indoor and alfresco dining areas, all with uninterrupted views of the magnificent golf course. It is the perfect venue where you can relax and enjoy superb food, wine and time with friends.

The course is a visual delight and a test of golfing ability. Red Bank Creek meanders through the course, whilst Australian eucalypts and elms line the undulating fairways and are natural

Since 1906, Mudgee Gold Club has served the local community and has been a popular destination for golfers from all over Australia. It is an easy drive from Sydney and the Hunter Region. There are

Upcoming Events F.o.o.D. WEEk PLATE ToURNAmENT 3-5 April 2017 The F.O.O.D. Week Plate provides an ideal opportunity for all male and female golfers with an official handicap to play at one of Orange’s great golf courses. It is a fantastic time to come and visit Australia’s Colour City and leading cool climate wine region, during Orange F.O.O.D. Week 2017.

The 54 hole indiviual stableford tournament is limited to 180 players. Entry fees are great value at $160 per person which includes all green fees and competition fees, $5,000 worth of prizes, 3 course presentation dinner extravaganza with champagne on arrival.

Accommodation is also available at Duntryleague’s Historic Mansion.

• Monday 3 April – All day individual stableford • Tuesday 4 April – All day individual stableford • Wednesday 5 April – All day individual stableford and Presentation dinner

many accommodation options available and the region is famous for its great wine and fresh regional foods, with forty vineyards within 20km of the town. There are also many historic villages just a short drive from Mudgee, making it the perfect weekend getaway for the discerning golfer and their families.

Corporate and Social Groups are more than welcome to play golf on Saturday Mornings.

So if you’re looking for somewhere to have a corporate golf day, a wedding reception, celebrate a special occasion or just have a great day with your friends and family, then enjoy the delights and welcoming atmosphere of the Mudgee

Golf Club, where you will enjoy great golf, excellent food and country hospitality.

Mudgee Golf Club 21 Robertson Street Mudgee NSW 2850 Phone: (02) 6372 1811 Ext 2 www.mudgeegolfclub.com.au mudgeegolfshop@hotmail.com

Would you like to see your club included in a future Inside Golf feature? Then have your General Manager or Marketing Manager contact us for details.

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driving nets, practice putting green and a team of professional staff available for either group or individual tuition.

All players are offered self-drive golf carts, but most visitors prefer to walk the course with pull buggies and enjoy the ambience.

And here’s a bonus for golfers, for the month of March there’s Sunday twilight golf in the form of a two-man nine-hole ambrose with a shotgun start at 4pm and, if you’re in the mood, there’s an optional dinner afterwards.

Dubbo Golf Club

Dubbo Golf Club A visit to the west of NSW would hardly be complete without a round of golf at Dubbo.

Perfectly located next to Dubbo’s famous Western Plains Zoo, this club has continued to improve and grow over a long period of time, since the first 18-hole layout was opened in 1903.

It relocated to its current site in 1921 and in 1995 the 18 holes was expanded to become an even-more-attractive 27-hole layout with a par of 71 or 70, depending on which configuration you choose to play.

Most golfers will tell you the most memorable aspects of a round of golf at Dubbo are the many native Eucalypt and Cyprus trees, lush fairways, undulating

greens and that “miles from anywhere” atmosphere; not to mention the local kangaroos known to frequent the fairways.

There is a fair amount of water in play on a lot of the holes and the greens are traditionally among the best in the west.

All three ‘nines’ give you ample opportunity to hit every club in the bag as there are a few par-fours around the 350m mark and a couple of par-fives over 450m in a course that measures about 6000m for all three 18-hole combinations.

Most of the tee shots demand accuracy as several fairways are slight doglegged and are lined with tall trees.

Practise facilities for members and visitors are also impressive with a practice fairway, pitching green with bunker,

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Dubbo Golf Club Cnr Camp Road & Newell Highway, Dubbo NSW 2830 Phone: (02) 6882 1255 www.dubbogolfclub.com.au

Great Golf Getaways – Central Coast Touring Not too far from the NSW Central West region, NSW Central Coast is a unique golf destination located about 1 ½ hour’s drive north of Sydney offering easy access for interstate visitors via Sydney or Newcastle Airports and is a popular golfing destination.

Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a full week of golf, there is a great choice of top courses to play including Magenta Shores, Kooindah Waters, Shelly Beach, Gosford, Toukley and The Springs. Within the Central Coast region, there is a great range of

accommodation options too including luxury beachside apartments, villas, resorts and hotels to suit all types of golf trips.

For golfers planning a longer trip of 10 days or more, you can enjoy an exciting “Great Golf Getaways” trio regional tour, including the Central Coast with an addon package featuring Newcastle and the Hunter Valley. Within just one hour’s drive from the Central Coast, this extended combination tour itinerary offers golfers over 10 different courses to play.

Great Golf Getaways specialises in customised golf travel packages for golf groups of all sizes, including club members, social groups and corporate VIP tours. They carefully design and plan their tours to suit each client’s personal golf travel requirements including your preferred choice of courses, accommodation-style and budget. For interstate visitors they also arrange transportation and flights to suit your specific itinerary.

If you are planning your next social club trip, a weekend getaway or a group golf tour then consider a trip to the NSW’s Central Coast to explore this exciting golf destination. Contact Great Golf Getaways for more information about their latest Central Coast packages and special group rates.

Great Golf Getaways Tel: 1300 124 220 email: info@greatgolfgetaways.com.au www.greatgolfgetaways.com.au

Wine and Golf Weekend Stay at picturesque Greentrees Guest House located on the Doorstep of Wentworth Golf Club, Orange Ex-Services Golf Club and Duntryleague Golf Club, close to our premier wineries and restaurants.

From $250 per person twin share for 5 nights Ph: Jasmin (02) 63 614 546 www.greentreeshouse.com.au

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City of Orange Golf Championship The 2017 Landrover City of Orange Golf Championship is expected to be a full house, with 200 men and women coming from all over NSW and the ACT. Generally in excess of 40 golf clubs are represented over the 3 days of golf with each day played on one of the three golf clubs in Orange.

“The fact that we have a major competition, played on three quality golf courses, all within a 5-minute drive of one another, where both sexes can compete, is the main reason this event just keeps on getting bigger and better each and every year,” Chairperson of Golf Orange, Guy Chapman stated.

range emerged as the number 1 place to live in a recent national survey of regional cities (RP DATA for Aussie Home Loans). Great health and education services, excellent shopping marvellous community facilities helped them top the list.

The Open event for men and women is a scratch event with daily prizes determined by Individual stableford, with B and C Grades being determined by aggregate Individual Stableford over the 54 Holes.

And the scenery? Breathtaking across all four seasons.

When visiting make sure you make time to enjoy a snack at Lake Canobolas, a sunset on Mount Canobolas or a walk around Gosling Creek.

Golf registrations for 2017 are now available through www.golforange.com.au and are limited to the first 200 nominations received with an entry fee of $95 per player. This includes all three rounds of golf, prizes totalling $6,000, along with complimentary nibbles and beverages at the presentation on the Monday evening at Duntryleague Golf Club.

It seems the Orange region has been a well-kept secret for a few years but now the word is out.

TV Chef Lyndey Milan hosted two episodes of her awardwinning cooking show, Taste of Australia there and says:

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“Orange in winter can certainly be chilly, however it was well worth a visit in the middle of winter for the sublime produce, outstanding cool climate wines and vibrant community it has to offer.”

Destination NSW recommends a visit during one of the fabulous festivals for outstanding wine, dining, fresh local produce and amazing apples.

For over a century, the Orange region has been a productive source of orchard fruit, beef, lamb, grapes, venison, honey, nuts, berries and many other products. They value their regional produce and of course, wish to enjoy it with family and friends.

Meanwhile James Halliday, one of Australia’s leading wine writers, has awarded 5 Stars to nine Orange Region wineries . High praise indeed.

Orange, known as Australia’s Colour City is just 3 to 4 hours’ drive from Sydney and within easy reach of the Blue Mountains. When you visit the Orange Region you will discover a welcoming city, rich in history with a flourishing cultural scene. Take a walk around the historic town centre, the wide streets and stunning architecture – particularly impressive examples of the Victorian, Edwardian and Federation periods.

Golfers are well catered for, too, with three beautiful courses to choose from. Plenty of variety and plenty of stories to be found as you wander the historic Duntryleague, the challenging Wentworth or the emerging Country Club. Seeing these courses in the Spring or Autumn is a joy in itself.

The surrounding hillsides produce some of the best fruit, wine and food in Australia. Taste the best of the season at a farm gate or cellar door. Enjoy a locally flavoured menu at a café or restaurant. They are fortunate enough to have 3-hatted restaurants and an abundance of great eateries.

Cool cafes, trendy bars or relaxed beer gardens – the choice is yours.

The towns and villages, too, have a lot to offer.

Shopping, dining or relaxing – there are plenty of options available and it’s a great excuse to take drive through the landscape.

This together with a spectacular rural landscape and a vibrant restaurant and cafe scene, make Orange an exciting destination for wine, food and golf.

Steeped in history, Duntryleague is regarded by many as the most elegant landmark in the Orange District. The Guesthouse accommodation in this 19th century mansion ranges from original master suites through to smaller guest rooms.

Did you know: • Australia’s Gold Rush was sparked with a discovery at Ophir, near Orange in 1852.

• Orange is the birthplace of Banjo Paterson • Orange is highest wine growing region in Australia • Orange has one of the largest gold mines in the world at nearby Cadia.

And make sure you take time to meet a local – the winemakers, chefs, artists and characters that give the Orange region its unique charm.

For more information about visiting the Orange region contact the Orange Visitor Information Centre on 1800 069 466 or tourism@orange.nsw.gov.au.

Or visit www.visitorange.com.au.

Another option is the 4 Star Templers Mill situated in the heart of Orange and fittingly within easy walking distance to all the CBD attractions including first class Pubs, Cafes and fine Restaurants. The Templers Mill is conveniently part of the Orange Ex-Services’ Club and when staying at the Templers Mill you will also enjoy the benefit of free use of the pool and leisure centre including a 25m indoor heated pool, exercise room and sauna.

The refurbished Templers Mill with 77 suites has many room styles to conform to any size group, with 1 and 2 bedroom suites through to the Executive King Suites.

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Golf in the Land of the Gods

which makes for a comfortable round of golf.

As for degree of difficulty, the course is a true test from the 6385m championship tees. From the men’s tees (5858m) and the women’s tees (5210m), it’s much more golfer friendly.

Because of its tree-lined fairways, the parkland course requires accuracy from tee to green.

What’s nice about Handara Golf and Resort Bali is that the golf course has an intimate charm that gives the feeling you have the place to yourself as each fairway and green is independent of each other.

It’s a cart-only course and, as one of the oldest courses in Indonesia, the caddies come with plenty of experience.

The comfortable clubhouse offers men’s and women’s locker rooms and sauna. A unique large Japanese bath occupies the men’s locker room.

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OING to Bali to play golf can offer a special blend of culture, peace, quiet, simplicity, relaxation, gourmet living and more. Inside Golf recently travelled to the “Land of the Gods” to check out the golf scene. Here are just a few of the highlights (And be sure to see our website for an extended report.)

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Handara Golf and Resort Bali, a spectacular Peter Thomson, Mike Wolveridge and Ronald Fream designed golf course, is located in the lush central highlands.

Situated 1400m above sea level, the picturesque surroundings give the resort an unrivalled backdrop of clear blue water lakes and equatorial rainforests.

It’s been recognised as one of Asia’s most iconic courses and was ranked among the top-50 greatest golf courses in the world by an American magazine.

After a round, golfers can enjoy a quiet beverage on the deck overlooking the range and 18th hole. The Golf Café is open 6am-6pm.

In 2015, it won the best golf hotel in Indonesia by World Golf Awards.

The resort has a fully-stocked pro shop, excellent practice facilities, locker room and showers and offers golf lessons.

One of the resort’s unique characteristics is the year-round coolness of the fresh mountain air (14-24 °C),

More: Phone: (+62-362) 342-2646, www.handaragolfresort.com, sales@handaragolfresort.com

Bali Beach Golf Course SITUATED 16 kilometres from the airport, the Bali Beach Golf Course is receiving lots of attention these days, particularly with the influx of visiting golfers looking for a departure from the norm.

For example, they have something called Beer on the Green (that must appeal to Australians, right?) Then there is sunset golf where you pay to play nine holes, but can play as many as you can before the light fades.

The well laid-out nine-hole golf course has seven par-4s, one par-5 and one par-3 and is set in an environment of mature trees and water features.

In recent years, it’s been given a facelift with the introduction of lakes, mounding and features including newly designed and constructed greens all of which add to the aesthetic beauty of the layout.

The greens, which are well bunkered, provide a good putting surface without severe undulations, however, there are a few subtle breaks to keep the golfers honest.

The Bali Beach Golf Course certainly challenges golfers of all skill levels. It

provides golfers with enough variety and challenges to enjoy a game of golf without leaving you frustrated.

For high handicappers, there are plenty of bailout options and lay-up areas to ensure you stay out of trouble.

At Bali Beach Golf Course, there is a team of well-trained caddies available to help you negotiate your way around the golf course.

The pro shop has a wide range of top brand golf equipment and accessories.

After a round, golfers can retreat to the luxurious male and female locker rooms before heading for the Sector Bar, restaurant or lounge.

The restaurant’s extensive menu offers a selection of Western and Asian cuisine and has magnificent views overlooking the course.

Attached to the golf course is the practice green – a wide, grassy area that provides additional space of any type of event.

Bali Beach Golf Course offers stay-andplay packages as well.

More: Phone: +62 361 287733. info@balibeachgolfcourse.com

Easy Golf Bali customers at New Kuta

Easy Golf Bali Easy Golf Bali has been operating in Bali for over two years. Their mantra is that their clients’ needs always come first.

Easy Golf Bali aims to make your round of golf just as relaxing as your holiday in Bali.

They take all the pain out of organising your day. They offer discounted Green Fees and premium Golf Club Hire – much cheaper than you can get direct through the golf courses.

Easy Golf Bali is the brainchild of West Australian, Brian Bowley. He has been visiting Bali numerous times a year for over 20 years, and it was during one of these trips playing at the spectacular Nirwana Bali Golf Club, that the idea for Easy Golf Bali was born.

“I just wanted make it easy for people to enjoy the world-class golf courses that Bali has to offer,” said Brian. “We began in Bali solely as a Golf Club Hire business but this quickly grew to organising all-inclusive golf trips for individuals and a number of large conference groups.

“The one thing we hear regularly from our clients is how professional and friendly our employees are. We employ five Balinese staff who all provide excellent service, and ensure that you and/or your group have a memorable day…including a few laughs along the way.”

Brian has now branched out into offering Stay & Play Packages with a number of hotels in Bali.

Easy Golf Bali has catered for large golf groups of 20+ people before, also arranging special post-golf functions including traditional Balinese Buffets on the 13th Tee overlooking the ocean at New Kuta, and discounted tours and activities such as rafting or massages.

Easy Golf Bali has access to eight-seater mini-vans through to 40-seater buses, and they also supply free transport to and from golf for groups of two to four players in their dedicated Easy Golf vehicles.

More: Phone: +61 418 640 332 (Brian), www.easygolfbali.com, info@easygolfbali.com

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Pacific Harbour Golf & Country Club The ultimate golfing destination S ituated on beautiful Bribie Island, Pacific Harbour Golf & Country Club is the ideal golf course to visit, be it a corporate adventure, a golfing expedition with the mates or a family getaway.

Pacific Harbour is one of Queensland’s premier golf courses located just 45 minutes north of Brisbane Airport, Queensland. Playing at Pacific Harbour Golf & Country Club is a bucket list must for golf lovers. This unique, awardwinning, ‘island links’ style 18-hole champion course will challenge both the champion and mesmerise the social player.

At 6339 metres, and a par 72 from the championship plates, the course will present a test and challenge to golfers of all levels. As a Troon Golf facility, Pacific Harbour Golf & Country Club exceeds the expectation of luxury golf, terrific playing

surfaces and five-star guest services.

With a relaxing holiday in mind, the natural surroundings of this course are an attractive quality with the sound of wind and local wildlife the only noise to be heard on course. Water is the central theme of the course and can be seen with many picturesque reflective lakes. Even the clubhouse appears to float over a lake and an aquatic driving range. After a round of golf, join in on the action at The

Deck Bistro, the local food and beverage hotspot located inside the clubhouse.

No matter where you go on Bribie Island, you are bound to find something special – a whole island waiting to be explored.

With a large variety of shops, restaurants, bars, nightlife and tourism activities Bribie Island is the ultimate holiday destination.

From Pacific Harbour, visit the pristine beaches of the Pumicestone Passage overlooking the Glasshouse Mountains.

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As one of nature’s most impressive feats, Bribie Island is a sand island full of natural wonders, making your holiday not only a golfer’s dream come true but a destination awaiting exploration and with nothing but good times.

Visit Bribie Island and take advantage of their play and stay packages and play both of Queensland’s renowned Bribie Island sand-belt courses, Pacific Harbour Golf & Country Club and Bribie Island Golf Club, with their exclusive Play and Stay Packages starting from $98.00 per night for a four-night stay.

To book a stay and play package, call The Fairways Retreat on (07) 3400 2100 or visit www.fairwaysretreat.com.au. For direct golf enquiries phone Pacific Harbour Golf & Country Club on (07) 3410 4011 or visit www.pacificharbourgolf.com.au.

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BALI’S MUST PLAY GOLF COURSE

Bukit Pandawa Golf & Country Club Opened in October 2016, Bukit Pandawa Golf & Country Club is the latest addition to Bali’s growing collection of world-class golf courses. Situated on a limestone cliff-top overlooking the world-famous surf breaks of Bukit Peninsula, the singular venue offers 18 championship caliber par-3 golf holes, many of which are back-dropped by rustic architectural relics and spectacular views of the Indian Ocean, with a clubhouse inspired by the many grand temples Bali is renowned for. The club is the centerpiece of an expansive development that will eventually include several 5-star hotels, including a Waldorf Astoria, Mandarin Oriental and Swissôtel.

Jl. Gunung Payung No. 8, Banjar Panti Giri – Desa Kutuh, Kecamatan Kuta Selatan – Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361 T : (+62) 812 3628 2828 E : reservations@bukitpandawagolf.com www.bukitpandawagolf.com

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Say ‘Aloha’ to Hawaii International Golf Week

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ere’s your chance to tee it up during Hawaii’s best week of golf.

The 4th annual Hawaii International Golf week will take place on the Big Island of Hawaii from August 19th to 26. Played on world-class golf courses, with accommodation at the legendary Mauna Kea Resort, this is a tournament that everyone can enjoy regardless of their golf handicap. All players will have the opportunity to win a prize with different handicap divisions, and for the gun players there will also be a scratch competition.

The tournament has grown in stature each year and has become a must-play for many people.

Richard Ellis from Pacific Golf Management has over 25 years’ experience running golf tours, international amateur and professional tournaments around the world. Ellis says this is his favourite event destination, calling it a “golfing paradise” at a legendary location.

Hawaii is the golf resort capital of

the world. The “Big Island”, Hawaii, is a 30-minute flight from Honolulu and has many of the best courses in Hawaii, designed by some of the greatest names in golf. Accommodation during this event is at the Mauna Kea Resorts five-star Hapuna Beach Hotel. This beautiful hotel is set on one of the best beaches in the world and everyone will enjoy the ocean view from their rooms.

There are two world-class golf courses at Mauna Kea Resort and five more within

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InternatIonal Pro-am & teams tournament may 23rd - 27th Special Tour Package • 5 Nights twin share accommodation at Sheraton Fiji Resort, Denarau Island • Return airport / hotel transfers from Nadi International Airport • Daily full breakfast • 4 rounds of golf in the Pro-Am including carts and range balls daily • Daily lunch and on course drinks during tournament play • Gala Welcome Cocktail Party • Nightly drinks at the tournament bar (during the tournament) • Player gift pack valued at $120.00 • over $130,000 In PrIze money and PrIzes • Final night Gala Banquet dinner, drinks and entertainment

COST $1737.00 pp (non-player $1288.00)

15 minute’s drive. Competitors in this event will get to play five rounds on the best of these great courses, plus there’s a day where they can sharpen their skills under the watchful eyes of two PGA professionals (all included in the cost).

The 4-round tournament is played on a different course each day, with carts, great prizes, nightly drinks, cocktail party and fun gala tournament dinner to finish.

There are always a number of nongolfing partners on this trip and as you

would imagine Hawaii has numerous activities on offer apart from golf.

For those who wish to spend more time in golfing paradise and some welldeserved R&R after the tournament, you can take a short flight back to Honolulu on the island of Oahu and spent four nights in Waikiki at the fabulous Hilton Hawaiian, set on 23 acres on the best part of Waikiki beach. The hotel is walking distance from the famous Ala Moana Shopping centre and there is another round of golf arranged at fantastic Ko’Olina golf course, venue for the annual Lotte LPGA tour event.

There are two great packages available: from seven nights at Mauna Kea Resort including the tournament, and 11 nights, which includes four nights at the Hilton Hawaiian Village at Waikiki after the tournament.

For full event information and packages, go to www.pacificgolf.co.nz or contact Richard Ellis, email richard@pacificgolf. co.nz, ph. +64 21989996.

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Hawaii international Golf week August 19th - 26th

Special Tour Package

• 7 nights twin share accommodation at the five star Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel, ocean view rooms • Daily full buffet breakfast • 1 practice round at Hapuna Beach course plus free PGA professional coaching & clinics .

• 4 tournament rounds of golf including cart, Mauna Kea, Hapuna Beach, Mauna Lani North & South courses • Range balls before play each day • Entry into the Hawaii International Golf Week tournament • Welcome function at Hapuna Beach Hotel • Nightly drinks for one hour each night at the Reef Lounge during the tournament • Player gift pack including tournament logo polo & cap, valued at over $130 • Final night gala prize presentation dinner and drinks • Great prizes • Full tournament & event organisation by Pacific Golf Management • All transport to and from golf courses during the tournament plus return Airport transfers • Daily hotel resort fee, includes- free Wi Fi & in room internet, parking, gym access, range balls.

• All tax’s on accommodation, golf, meals and drinks included in the package

COST $US2694.00 pp (non-golfer $US1798.00)

6 World Class GolF Courses on tHe BIG Island & oaHu august 19th - 30th Special Tour Package

• 7 nights twin share accommodation at Hapuna Beach Hotel, ocean view rooms • 4 nights twin share accommodation at the Hilton Hawaii Village, ocean view rooms • Daily full breakfast, 11 days • 6 Rounds of golf including cart on world class course, Mauna Kea, Hapuna, Mauna Lani North Mauna Lani South and Ko’olina • Ranges balls before play each day • Entry into the Hawaii International Golf Week tournament • Practice round at Hapuna Beach & free golf tuition with PGA professionals before the tournament.

• Welcome function at Hapuna Beach Hotel • Nightly drinks, one hour each night at the tournament bar during the tournament.

• Player gift pack including tournament logo polo & cap valued at over $130 • Tournament prize presentation dinner and drinks • Great prizes • Full tournament & event organisation by Pacific Golf Management • All transport to and from the golf courses plus return Airport to Hotel transfers • Daily Hotel resort fees at both hotels is included • All tax’s on accommodation, golf, meals and drinks included in the package

COST $US3744 pp (non-golfer $US2648)

www.pacificgolf.co.nz March 2017 | INSIDE GOLF TRAVEL

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KING ISLAND

Travel any day. King Island Flights depart from Melbourne, Tullamarine

4 Night EXPERIENCE KING ISLAND from $998 per person*

S 7 NIGHT

0 $158 share) (pp twin

Package Includes: Cape Wickham & Ocean Dunes golf rounds with carts 4 Nights Twin Share at Ocean Dunes King Island Hotel SUV Rental vehicle pick up/drop off Currie Airport* (4 people sharing rental vehicle) $1127 per person twin share* (2 people sharing rental vehicle)

DEPARTURES 2017:

LET US CUSTOMISE A KING ISLAND AND/OR BARNBOUGLE GOLF PROGRAM FOR YOU. WE HAVE BEEN THERE.

19 Mar; 18 Apr; 08 May; 05 Sep; 12 Sep; 19 Sep; SOLD 10 Oct; 17 Oct; 07 Nov SOLD SOLD DEPARTURES 2018 12, 19 March; 23, 30 April; 03, 10 May

Golfer Twin Share $1580 | Non Golfers Twin Share $1110 | Single Occupancy Golfer $2300

Golf & Music USA Lovedale Long Lunch plus Golf

18-22 May 2017 02-05 Nov 2017

TOAST TO THE COAST GEELONG & THE BELLARINE PENINSULA

4 Nights at Harrigan’s Resort Hunter Valley with Breakfast 3 Games of Golf: Cypress Lakes; Hunter Valley Country Club & The Vintage 2 days entry to The Lovedale Long Lunch A Hunter Valley Dining Experience on Friday Welcome drinks Thursday Airport, Golf & Festival Transfers

THE PERFECT WARM UP FOR MELBOURNE CUP 4 Nights Accommodation at Novotel Geelong with Breakfast 3 golf Games with Carts: Thirteenth Beach; Curlewis; Torquay Dining Experience Friday Evening All Golf & Festival Transfers 2 days at the Toast on the Coast Festival

$1372 PP twin/double share $1937 PP single occupancy

$1385 PP twin/double share $1899 PP single occupancy

A Golf & Gourmet tribute to THE SCIENCE OF FUN

DEPARTS MEMPHIS 27 SEPTEMBER – ENDS DALLAS FORT WORTH 16 OCTOBER - MUSIC – Visit Graceland, BB Kings Museum, Memphis Music Hall of Fame; Nashville & Grand Ole Opry, French Quarter New Orleans - LIVE MUSIC – Morgan Freemans Ground Zero, Fritzel’s Jazz Club and many more - GOLF – 11 Golf Rounds incl TPC Southwinds, TPC Louisiana, Mirimichi and more great courses.

- TRAVEL – Self Drive By large SUV - HOTELS – 4 Star Holiday Inns & Suites or similar

COST PER PERSON: $9546 per person twin share

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