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You could still attend The Open at Royal Birkdale with these packages
The Open is golf's oldest and greatest championship, presenting a timeless challenge to the world's best players that always delivers a memorable spectacle. And you could be there at Royal Birkdale this month - with these fantastic packages still available.
Golf legends are coming to Vilamoura this summer
Golfing hotspot Vilamoura in Portugal is set to stage a major golfing event at the end of this month when the PGA TOUR Champions comes to town to play at the brand new Els Club.
Cabot prepares to reveal new golf course in the Canadian mountains
Cabot Revelstoke has been in development for a while now, taking shape in the mountains of British Columbia in Canada. Revelstoke will be the brand's first four-season golf and ski destination, and the company has just confirmed a wave of new details ahead of its debut.
18 golf courses that will destroy your handicap
What is the most difficult golf course that you have played? If you are searching for the ultimate challenge, we have picked out 18 layouts in the UK that may very well destroy your handicap.
We can't believe the cost of these green fees
Everything seems more expensive these days - including golf courses. But when will rising green fees at the biggest venues reach their limit? Industry experts are concerned that they're simply now too high.
What courses are part of Scotland's Golf Coast?
The attraction of East Lothian, aka Scotland’s Golf Coast, has received a further boost with confirmation that it will stay the home of the Genesis Scottish Open until 2030. But what courses can you experience in this amazing part of the world?
Terre Blanche tops ranking of France’s luxury golf resorts
Terre Blanche has been named France’s number one luxury golf resort, further cementing its reputation as one of Europe’s premier golf destinations, in the new Golf World Top 100 European Luxe Resorts list.
New hotel and golf course is coming to the South of England
You will often see stories published online about golf courses closing, but how about a venue being reborn and given a new lease of life? That's exactly what golfers living near Boarstall, on the county border between Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire, will soon be about to experience.
Prince's Golf Club creates new championship layout
Host of the 1932 Open, Prince's Golf Club will return to the spotlight in 2030 when it stages the Walker Cup, but the Kent venue is already showcasing its unique qualities by revealing the creation of a new 18-hole championship composite layout.
Unique golf and wine experience launched in Kent
If you're someone who loves championship golf courses, enjoys luxury accommodation and relishes quality wine, then you are going to be intrigued by a new package that has been created in Kent.
Members of English and Scottish golf clubs can qualify for Turkish grand final
Golfers this summer will have the oppportunity to qualify for a grand final amateur event staged at Turkey's Gloria Golf Resort courtesy of individual rounds at venues throughout England and Scotland.
Closed Italian golf resort will be transformed and relaunched in 2027
Portugal’s largest golf course operator, Details - Hospitality, Sports, Leisure, has been growing substantially in recent years, and that journey has now taken them abroad, with the company taking over the management of an Italian venue that was known as Donnafugata Golf Resort & Spa.
Algarve golf club takes clubhouse experience to another level
Clubhouse experiences are key to setting a venue apart from the pack, and that is exactly what Salgados Golf Club in the Algarve is seeking to accomplish with the addition of new activities and upgraded food and beverage concepts.
Have you considered playing alpine golf?
How cool would it be to play alpine golf? Tirol in Austria is a region that is rich in variety, featuring everything from relaxed valley courses to challenging alpine layouts. And there is a great pass available that can make this trip a reality for you.
Spectacular new Scottish golf course to open in May 2026
Joining the celebrated Castle Stuart layout, Cabot Highlands unveiled its new Old Petty course designed by Tom Doak last summer for preview play, but it will soon officially open to the public on May 15.
Rory McIlroy's success highlights island of Ireland as a golf destination
Rory McIlroy's successful defence of his Masters title at Augusta National was another historic moment in one of the greatest careers we have ever seen, but it was also a chance to celebrate the island of Ireland's reputation as being one of the world's finest golf destinations.
How you could attend the Masters in 2027
Augusta National is a golfing dreamscape. Can you imagine taking in the view of Amen Corner for the first time? That would be a moment you will never forget - and it could happen in 2027. Let's take a look at your options to secure your presence at the Masters next year.
Golfers should enter these open competitions this year
The golf season is here and that means it's time to plan your schedule. Many of you will be booking rounds across the land to experience some of the finest layouts, while the more competitive minded among you should be searching for opportunities to enter open events. But we have found something special that combines both.
Could you experience The Machrie in 2026?
Located on Scotland's Isle of Islay, The Machrie is one of the most distinctive golf courses that you could play, and thanks to a series of breaks launched for 2026, you could experience the magic of this Hebridean island.
This new five star golf hotel in Ireland is incredible
There is a remarkable new property coming to Ireland's spectacular West Coast in the form of The Hawthorn by Galway Bay, a five-star golf hotel that combines championship golf with immersive wellness and destination dining.
Golf Travel Survey 2026
We’ve teamed up with Golfbreaks.com for our latest golf survey, focused on golf travel, breaks and trips, and we’d love to hear how you plan, book and travel on a golf break.
Quinta do Lago strengthens reputation in world of golf
Quinta do Lago is a big favourite on Golfshake and its already significant reputation has been further enhanced after the venue earned multiple nominations at the upcoming edition of the World Golf Awards.
The different types of people on a golf trip
Have you been on a golf trip with a group of people? That's what Golfshake Ambassador Matt Holbrook is doing this week and he describes some of the different types of characters that you have probably met during a similar experience.
Is this really the best golf resort in Portugal?
When you think of great venues for golf in Portugal, there are so many incredible locations to pick from, but could Praia D’El Rey Marriott Golf & Beach Resort be the absolute best?
La Cala Resort completes final stage of hotel renovation
La Cala Resort has long been a venue that attracts golfers to southern Spain, but that reputation will only be further enhanced following the completion of the final phase of its comprehensive hotel renovation.
What you need to play golf in tropical climates
Playing golf in searing temperatures does come with its challenges, especially when it rains, which is common in a tropical climate. What about purchasing a pair of waterproof shorts? You might think that sounds bonkers, but as Golfshake's Travel Editor Andy Waple explains, these could become the perfect garment for your next golf holiday.
Iconic golf course in Portugal will close for major renovation
Monte Rei Golf & Country Club is widely considered to be among the very best venues in Portugal, but to ensure that its quality remains high - and the experience made even better - it will undergo a six-month course and facility improvement programme.
Incredible new championship golf course opened in Cyprus
Unveiling its spectacular new 18-hole championship golf course in Cyprus, Limassol Greens is excited to reveal a layout that is situated next to the five-star resort of City of Dreams Mediterranean, and is set within an ambitious lifestyle development.
Iconic Irish golf course has been given a new name
The European Club once had a reputation for being one of the finest golf courses in Ireland, but that standing will soon be restored following its rebranding as the Brittas Bay Club, with its stunning layout now being reimagined by renowned architect Kyle Phillips.
You can now book tee times at soon to be opened golf course in Ireland
The stunning Curracloe Links at Ravenport Resort doesn't open for play until the spring of 2027, but golfers can already check for availability and tee times for the opportunity to play Ireland's newest spectacular links.
It's the perfect time to book a golf holiday - Save Big Book Now with Golfbreaks
There isn't a better time to book a golf holiday than now thanks to the new Save Big Book Now promotion by Golfbreaks. Whether you want to experience the legendary courses of Portugal, the natural beauty of the Costa del Sol, or have an unforgettable time in Dubai, here are some of the best deals we found in Golfbreaks' newest promo!
You could play a golf course beneath a volcano
Resting in the shadow of Mount Etna, Picciolo Etna Golf Resort & Spa is undeniably one of the most distinctive locations for any golf course, and the experience offered there has now been improved further courtesy of a new phase of course development and infrastructure upgrades.
Have you played England's golf course of the year?
Prince's Golf Club in Kent is remembered for staging the 1932 Open Championship, but this is a venue looking to the future, as its stature is continuing to be enhanced, which was most recently celebrated when it was named England's Golf Course of the Year at the 2025 Golf Course Awards.
There is a new golf course coming to Turkey
Turkey has grown into one of the world's most popular golf destinations, and that reputation is set to be further enhanced next summer with the launch of a new 18-hole championship golf course on the spectacular Dalaman Coast.
The essential winter golf break pre-travel checklist
Heading for winter sun with your clubs? Use this pre-travel checklist to pack smart, protect your gear, track your luggage and avoid airport stress on your golf trip.
The world's most expensive golf trip!
Embarking on a luxury train journey across Italy with superb rounds of golf thrown in sounds like the stuff of dreams, but the newly launched experiences by La Dolce Vita Orient Express might just be the most expensive golf trips we've ever seen!
Is this the perfect place for a winter golf holiday?
Vale do Lobo is one of the most celebrated and famed golf resorts in the Algarve and it might just be the perfect location for those golfers who are seeking a memorable break this winter.
Yas Links named Abu Dhabi's best golf course
Yas Links was recently showcased during the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, and it has received acclaim at the prestigious World Golf Awards, where it was voted Abu Dhabi’s Best Golf Course 2025.
Why Quinta do Lago deserves the acclaim it receives
Quinta do Lago is a huge favourite among the Golfshake Community and that acclaim has been further justified after it secured a pair of coveted and prestigious continental and global titles at the 2025 World Golf Awards.
Has Sergio Garcia designed the best new golf course in Europe?
Former Masters champion and Ryder Cup icon, Sergio Garcia has long divided opinion, but it seems that critics are united in praise for his first major golf course design project.
Your next golf getaway awaits at The 154th Open, Royal Birkdale
Follow in the footsteps of champions and enjoy an unforgettable getaway at golf’s original major. For 2026, The 154th Open returns to Royal Birkdale and for the first time, The Open is offering ticket and accommodation packages allowing you to experience every moment in comfort and style.
A different kind of golf break has been launched
Offering a different, relaxed and beginner-friendly take on the classic golf break, two Peak District venues have joined forces to offer something intriguing for 2026.
Could this become north east England's best golf destination?
County Durham's Ramside Hall is serious about fulfilling its vision to become the finest golf destination in the North East of England, as it is making enhancements to its two championship courses as part of a major investment.
Huge number of golfers visiting St Enodoc in North Cornwall
North Cornwall's St Enodoc Golf Club is considered to be one of England's finest courses, with more golfers discovering that for themselves as golf tour operator, Golf South West, has announced that it has taken a record number of visitors to play the renowned layout.
Prince's is one of England's golf courses of the year
The exceptional Prince's Golf Club in Kent has seen its qualities recognised after being named as one of four finalists for the accolade of England's Golf Course of the Year at the 2025 Golf Course Awards.
