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What it's like to play every golf course on the Isle of Arran
The Isle of Arran is nicknamed Scotland in Miniature and it has become increasingly renowned for boasting seven unique, scenic, thrilling and varied golf courses that offer tremendous value for money. Golfshake's Jack Whittaker recently visited the island to play all of them and he has described the experience for us.
Last minute golf break ideas for an autumn escape
Looking for one last golf trip this year? Discover last-minute autumn golf break ideas across the UK, Spain, Portugal and France with Golfbreaks.
Have we just found your next Algarve golf break?
Many of you will be return visitors hoping to tick off even more of the tremendous layouts that can be played in Portugal. Others might be newcomers to these shores in search of the ideal first taste of what you can expect. Whichever category applies to you, we may have just uncovered the perfect Algarve golf break that is ready for you right now.
It's time for you to finally experience Le Golf National
If you are a golfer who wants to visit and play a Ryder Cup course, Le Golf National is one to consider, but just how good is this venue - and should you have it on your list to experience in the future? The answer is an emphatic yes.
The luxury golf experience you will never forget
Mauritius is a place that you may not have previously considered for golf, but we reckon that is about to change emphatically. Situated on the south-west of the island, the remarkable Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort is a venue that is internationally renowned for the supreme luxury and hospitality that it offers guests.
Last minute autumn golf breaks that you can book today
Booking a golf break in early autumn is the perfect way to end your season in style and we're excited to point you in the direction of some places that can be booked right now, including some of the best courses you could ever hope to play, numerous exceptional resorts, and quite a few locations that reside on many a bucket list.
How to find the perfect golf society venue
Most of us have been on trips, either with a group of friends or with a proper, organised golf society. They can be a fun experience. Equally, they can be a complete disaster if you have not planned things properly. So, what makes a good golf society venue?
The best golf and city trips you must experience
Golf and city breaks are becoming increasingly popular. They arguably combine the best of everything. You can play some wonderful layouts, but also take in everything that the big town has to offer. We have partnered up with Golfbreaks and Skyscanner to uncover some of the cities that should be at the top of your list.
How you could play golf at Crans-sur-Sierre
Crans-sur-Sierre is one of the most iconic and spectacular golf courses in Europe. You might believe that experiencing it all for yourself is a fanciful dream that will never happen, but you would be mistaken, as this most special of tee times is far more accessible than you have likely imagined.
What it's like to stay and play golf at The Machrie
Are you looking for a relatively undiscovered first-class stay-and-play retreat where you can enjoy top-class links golf while living it up in a peaceful yet luxurious hotel? Another Place, The Machrie, might just be the one for you, writes Travel Editor Andy Waple.
What makes Pinehurst the ultimate golf experience?
Few places in the world carry the weight of golfing history quite like Pinehurst. Nestled among the sandy pine forests of North Carolina, the village has long been regarded as the cradle of American golf. It's a pilgrimage for golfers and Golfshake's Zac Gotmy explains how you can experience it.
How to plan a golf trip to Scottsdale
Scottsdale has become one of the most popular golf destinations in North America, but what makes this corner of Arizona so special and how should golfers start going about planning a visit? Golfshake's Zac Gotmy describes everything you need to know in this new guide.
Why Bernardus and North Brabant should be your next European golf break
When Bernardus hosts the Solheim Cup in September 2026, it will introduce millions of golf fans to a part of the Netherlands that many may never have considered for a golf holiday. But you will soon discover that the province of North Brabant has much to offer you.
Why Vilamoura remains a must visit destination for golfers
Vilamoura has been a popular destination with golfers since the 1970s, but fresh investment has made this classic location better than ever. Golfshake's Andy Waple recently had the opportunity to see why this corner of the Algarve remains a true must visit.
Andalucia offers the most magnificent golf experience
The vast regions and diversity of Spain presents a tremendous range of golf experiences for keen travellers to choose from, but what can be sampled within Andalucia, to the south, on the Costa del Sol, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, could well be the finest destination of the lot.
Why the Highlands might be the best golf trip in Scotland
When most golfers think of the ultimate Scottish golf trip, they picture St Andrews, the Old Course, and the famous Swilcan Bridge. However, far to the north, beyond Inverness and along the shores of the Moray Firth, lies a collection of links courses that are every bit as historic and extraordinary.
How to plan a golf trip to Palm Springs in California
For golfers chasing that elusive winter sunshine, few destinations deliver quite like Palm Springs. Tucked into the Coachella Valley just a couple of hours east of Los Angeles, this stretch of the California desert is a golfing playground. With well over a hundred courses scattered across the valley, and sunshine almost every day of the year, planning a golf trip here is less about whether to go and more about how to make the most of it.
Is this the best golf resort in Spain?
Discover why SO/ Sotogrande Spa & Golf Resort could be Spain’s best golf resort, with luxury accommodation, superb dining, spa facilities and world-class courses.
The best golf breaks in Scotland that you can book right now
Do you want to embark on a golf trip to Scotland? We have some pretty unforgettable breaks for you to choose from, all of which would deliver an experience that you will remember fondly and that can be booked right now.
Your next Algarve golf holiday should start here
The Algarve in Portugal has become a golfing mecca where players embark on a regular pilgrimage to bask in the sunshine and try their hand at a championship pedigree course. Pestana Golf Resort Carvoeiro is a prime location to enjoy the great courses in this incredible region.
Why The Belfry remains so popular with golfers
When you ask someone to name an English golf resort, there's an extremely good chance that The Belfry will be the venue that first comes to mind, but why does it remain so popular?
How to play golf in Scotland on a budget
You might think that playing golf in Scotland is expensive, but it doesn't have to be. Golfshake's Derek Clements recently visited Perthshire, where he experienced four magical courses in a spectacular setting for exceptional value for money.
26 golf breaks you must book in summer 2026
Golfers in the UK are spoilt for choice when it comes to outstanding venues for a stay and play experience. But where should you start? We have discovered 26 exceptional deals that you must consider booking in the coming days and weeks.
Why Bandon Dunes is the greatest golf resort in the world
Located on the Pacific coastline of Oregon, Bandon Dunes has become widely considered to be the ultimate golf resort, but what exactly makes it the world's greatest? Zac Gotmy describes everything that makes this venue so remarkable.
Top 10 things that make golf trips special
What are the key attributes of the perfect golf break? What qualities would blend together to provide memories to last a lifetime and to make your time away truly rewarding and special? We surveyed more than 2,000 keen golfers to discover just what characteristics travellers most value from a trip.
Why the Canadian Rockies might be North America's most underrated golf trip
Golfers in search of a truly unforgettable experience may not instantly think of the Canadian Rockies, but as Zac Gotmy describes, this spectacular part of North America might just offer the continent's most underrated golf trip.
Where you should play golf in Limerick
All eyes will be on Adare Manor and its luxurious golf course next year as the Ryder Cup returns to this side of the Atlantic. But there is far more than that venue for golfers to experience in Limerick, as Golfshake's Andy Waple discovered.
The perfect base for your next Algarve golf holiday
The Algarve region in Portugal has become the premier destination in Europe for golf holidays and it is clear to see why. There are now around 20 courses considered championship standard in the region, and Hotel Vila Gale Ampalius is in prime position to access these beautiful tracks.
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The Italian golf resort that you simply must experience
If you like memorable clubhouse and restaurant food and drink after a relaxing round in the sunshine then you just can’t beat Italy. One such location to consider is the spectacular Argentario Golf & Wellness Resort on Tuscany’s Adriatic coast, home of Italy’s PGA National golf course and host of the 2025 Italian Open, which Golfshake's Andy Waple recently experienced.
Top 10 things that would ruin a golf trip
Embarking on a golf trip can be one of the most exciting things that you ever do in this game. But that doesn't mean everything is guaranteed to be rosy. Golfers have described to us the things that are most likely to ruin the whole experience of a golfing holiday.
The Springs Resort & Golf Club is a must visit for any golfer
Golfers who appreciate tranquility should think about visiting the magnificent Oxfordshire retreat of The Springs Resort & Golf Club. Golfshake's Jack Whittaker explains why this is a relaxed parkland escape that is a genuine must visit.
The New Forest offers a golf experience like no other
If you're searching for a golf experience that is truly unique and unforgettable, then you should consider visiting the New Forest, and specifically the Bell Inn and Bramshaw Golf Club, which, as Golfshake's Derek Clements recently discovered, is a remarkable place in every sense.
Which golf break should you experience in 2026?
Golfers may now be thinking of enjoying a few highlights over the coming weeks and months.There is one option to ponder that would make this a season to remember fondly - you could embark on a golf break or two.
What it's like to play golf in Japan
Japan is a country that is passionate about golf but many international visitors won't have played the game there. Golfshake's Andy Waple had that opportunity and he explains the unique experience, customs, traditions, and spectacular courses that you can sample here.
Discover Gran Canaria's incredible golf courses
Gran Canaria has been a popular golfing holiday destination for over 50 years due to its dramatic scenery and mild climate all year round. With courses carved into the volcanic terrain and perched on the edge of cliff faces, Gran Canaria has some of the most photogenic courses in the world, with interesting and challenging layouts.
Golf travel expert chooses 10 destinations you should visit in 2026
Golf holidays are booming, but where should you go next? Golfshake's Travel Editor Andy Waple has shared his list of 10 destinations you should consider in 2026, from those near home to others further afield - including a few unexpected places along the way.
Where to stay for the ultimate luxury Surrey golf tour
Surrey is home to some of the world's best golf courses, including Sunningdale and The Berkshire, but in Pennyhill Park, you will find one of the most impressive venues to stay at in the UK, as Golfshake's Derek Clements recently discovered, with dream packages for golfers available.
I have played most of the golf courses in Portugal - and these are the best
Golfshake's Travel Editor Andy Waple has played more than 50 of the 90 golf courses in Portugal at least once. These are his favourites and are among those you really must play.
Top reasons why you should visit Dundonald Links
Ayrshire's Dundonald Links has evolved into one of the leading venues in this part of Scotland. It's a location that is both a perfect base from which to explore and also a wonderful experience in its own right. Let's take a closer look at what makes this venue so very, very good.
Top 10 last minute golf breaks in the UK
What better way to celebrate the joys of spring than by securing one of these last minute golf breaks in the UK? They all come recommended and offer supreme value for money. We can't think of a more fitting way to usher in the new golf season.
Why you should visit Portal Golf & Spa Resort
With three very different golf courses to sink your teeth into, along with an array of leisure activities available for resort guests, Portal Golf & Spa Resort is a great destination for your next golf trip.
Why golfers simply must experience The Grove
Widely considered to be among the finest resorts in Europe, The Grove is a five-star jewel in the crown of Hertfordshire. Renowned for the quality of its facilities and the remarkable levels of service offered throughout the venue, guests will leave with unforgettable memories and a sense of expectation that few other destinations can possibly match.
You could attend The Players Championship in 2027
THE PLAYERS Championship is undeniably one of the premier golf tournaments in the sport, and you could be there to discover what makes this event one of the ultimate spectator experiences for any golf fan - or even play the iconic TPC Sawgrass itself!
The Vale Resort is a perfect golf break venue in Wales
The Vale Resort in Glamorgan offers two championship pedigree courses nestled in 600 acres of beautiful countryside. Golfshake's Jack Whittaker explains why this is the perfect golf break venue to consider experiencing in Wales.
How you could play Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill golf course
The legacy of Arnold Palmer is timeless and there's nowhere you will feel closer to that than Bay Hill. You could also play it, but how would you go about securing your tee time, what is the accommodation like, and what other courses can you experience in the area?
