If you want to play some of the finest golf courses in Spain, then you'll be excited to hear about these new stay and play packages unveiled by SO/ Sotogrande Spa and Golf Resort Hotel that will offer guests a truly incredible experience. read more ...

The golf season is finally here and it's time to start planning what courses you are going to play this summer and beyond. We are excited to reveal to you now the 487 layouts that have received Highly Recommended status and the 125 venues that can boast a Service Excellence standard that has been determined by reviews submitted into the Golfshake Course Section throughout 2023. read more ...

Watching the Masters on your TV every April is special enough, but imagine just how magical it would be to experience it yourself in person? Getting your hands on a ticket for Augusta is a dream for many, but it's one that you can make a reality. read more ...

Vilamoura is one of the most celebrated locations in Europe and the future of this Portuguese jewel is set to be an exciting one after a newly established, independent sports and hospitality management platform will take over the venue. read more ...

If visiting the Emerald Isle is something that you are toying with - and you fancy ticking off a marquee venue or two - we have done our research to see just how much it will cost this summer. These are the peak greens fees at 20 of the finest golf courses in the Republic and five of the greatest in Northern Ireland. read more ...

Visitors flocked in record numbers to East Lothian last year, and Scotland's Golf Coast looks set for an even bigger season in 2024 with enquiries and bookings reaching greater heights than ever before. read more ...

Spain's INFINITUM Resort, which enjoys an enviable location on Spain's Costa Dorada, is ready to enhance its award-winning destination even further this year, with a €800,000 improvement of its Greg Norman-designed Lakes course being the highlight. read more ...

Golfbreaks are offering gigantic savings for any golfers who book before the 29th February and travel at any time during 2024. Some incentives include groups receiving a new Callaway driver or bonus Breakpoints on selected bookings. Golfers will be able to choose from more than 2,000 resorts, hotels and courses worldwide. read more ...

Ireland is home to many of the greatest links golf courses on the planet - and those will soon be joined by a new creation next to the white sands of Curracloe Beach. read more ...

Scotland is home to many legendary courses, but they are becoming prohibitively expensive for most of us to play. However, there are thankfully some exceptions to that current landscape. If you want to play Scottish links golf - here are places that offer green fees during the peak months of summer for less than £100. read more ...

How do you fancy the ultimate championship links experience? That's just what is being offered by revered Kent venues, Prince's, Royal St George's and Royal Cinque Ports, who have joined forced to deliver a unique package - the Hagen 54. read more ...

Where are the best places that you can play golf? It's a big old world out there - and that is reflected in a golfing sense too. Here are some countries that we reckon you should aim to experience during your lifetime. read more ...

If you're looking to begin your 2024 in style on the golf course, then we can recommend the fabulous Dundonald Links in Ayrshire, which offers luxury accomodation, delightful food and a spectacular layout to make for the perfect winter getaway. read more ...

If you have the desire to make 2024 an unforgettable season on the golf course - then embarking on a special holiday or weekend away is a valuable ingredient. It's worth remembering that not every break is the same, and that packages can be tailored to exactly suit your needs and preferences. read more ...

Thousands make the pilgrimage to The Old Course at St Andrews each year, while many more are left disappointed after failing to qualify through the many ballots that allocate tee times at the Home of Golf. However, when it comes to arguably the most in-demand golf course on the planet, then you might be surprised to see that it can be found in Nebraska. read more ...

One of the clear benefits of the smartphone era has been the ease in which everyone can capture images of what you have accomplished throughout 2023. We asked our followers to share their favourite snaps from the past year - and we have added some of our own, which we have brought together below to provide an overview of the Best Golf Photos of 2023.
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As we slowly approach the New Year, we have identified the 15 top rated golf courses on Golfshake for 2023. To celebrate those venues who have performed exceptionally well, we have provided a short synopsis on each facility and a review comment that one of you has left. read more ...

Visitors to Turkey will relish these enhancements made by Gloria Hotels & Resorts, which has revamped the golf and leisure experiences it offers by completing its refurbishment of the five-star Gloria Serenity Resort and new Gloria Golf Training Academy. read more ...

Thousands of you also have been adding reviews into the Golfshake Course Section this year, charting where you have played and what you thought about the venues. Providing an even greater incentive to share your thoughts - and as a little thank you to the Golfshake Community - we have launched a prize draw giveaway! read more ...

Experience golf and elegance like never before at the stunning Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort in Mauritius, by taking part in their competition to win a once-in-a-lifetime prize. read more ...

No matter where you are located in the country, GolfNow provides information on the very best golf courses in your local area. We have selected 30 clubs around the UK that are currently offering tee times at a favourable rate - will you play any before the New Year? read more ...

Golfers and travellers looking for great winter weather in luxury surroundings have a new opportunity to get away from the gloomy UK. Al Zorah Golf Club and The Oberoi Beach Resort in Ajman, the smallest of the Emirates, has launched a stay-and-play package which remains available until the end of March 2024. read more ...

With Black Friday comes an abundance of great deals, and that includes golf breaks! If you're looking for your next golfing trip experience, why not take advantage of some of the amazing offers available this Black Friday. read more ...

The Yorkshire area is brimming with fabulous golf courses and Howley Hall is certainly a member of that impressive group. Based on the outskirts of Leeds, only minutes from J27 of the M62, lies this terrific parkland setting that is easily accessible from major motorways - and it really should be on your list to play. read more ...

You may not have considered the Isle of Bute as a possible destination for your next golf holiday, but here is an impassioned case as to why this jewel in the Firth of Clyde offers arguably the best value golfing menu in Scotland. read more ...

The 2023 World Golf Awards ceremony took place recently, with a selection of fine establishments enjoying their time in the limelight. There were over 20 awards issued during the evening, but we have selected a few that should pique the interest of ardent golfers. read more ...

Portmarnock Resort has unveiled its recently remodelled championship course under a new brand name - Jameson Golf Links. The rerouting of certain holes has led to several significant changes on the final ten holes. read more ...

The Costa del Sol is ready to host the Solheim Cup as Europe and the United States prepare to compete for the most coveted trophy in women's golf. Coming to Spain for the first time, there will be much for both the team members and the thousands of spectators to experience as what is sure to be a memorable week unfolds. read more ...

There are many delights to enjoy at this time of year as the landscape becomes more colourful, with many a pleasant day ensuring that you can still play regularly in decent conditions. Therefore it's also an attractive window to embark on a short golf break. Our travel partners Golfbreaks have the ideal selection, including these five destinations across the UK that can be experienced for under £100 per person. read more ...

Acclaimed UK golf resort, The Grove is celebrating its 20th anniversary having recently completed a major three-year refurbishment project. The five-star venue is hugely popular on Golfshake, receiving an impressive 4.93 rating from over 300 reviews. read more ...

In readiness for the upcoming Bank Holiday and the late season, GolfNow have released new venues that will be accessible directly through their app or website. There’s nothing better than the challenge of a new course - and you now have these to choose from! read more ...

There is no better feeling than travelling for a golf trip, full of excitement and wondering if this could be the location for your lowest round ever.  To help you with your search for a last minute golf break we have rounded up eight affordable offers provided by Golfbreaks.com. read more ...

Golfshake Ambassador Andy Picken recently experienced the award-winning Congham Hall Hotel and played some of the finest golf courses in Norfolk. And now you can walk in his footsteps courtesy of a new discounted offer. read more ...

This week Ryan and Matt discussed the biggest golf stories of the week - including Justin Thomas just missing out, Bryson's 58, and Celine Boutier's back-to-back wins. They then look ahead to the 2023 Women's Open before exploring golf in Portugal with Ryan sitting down to chat with Chris Hollins from Golf's Greatest Holes. read more ...

Madeira is a growing destination for golfers and that burgeoning reputation will be enhanced with the opening of a new Nick Faldo-designed course at Ponta do Pargo in 2026. read more ...

Would you enjoy playing a Top 100 UK Golf Course in a fun and competitive environment with the opportunity to win a magical holiday on the line? If the answer to that question is a resounding YES, then you should find a Golf Pairs Event rather appealing. read more ...

Making it easier than ever before to book golf, dining, experiences, spas, and more in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, Dubai Golf has officially rolled out a new app to international audiences. read more ...

Rich with championship history and famed worldwide for its coastal setting, Pebble Beach is undoubtedly one of the most iconic golf courses in the United States and features on the bucket lists of many golfers internationally. read more ...

For a century, the name of FootJoy has become synonymous with the game of golf. From their innovative performance-enhancing shoes to helpful accessories. We take a look into the company's 100-year journey, exploring the key developments in the brand's history that have helped propel them into becoming one of the most reputable names in golf. read more ...

It's that time of year when you might be considering planning a golf break, either with a small group of friends or with a society. So, what do you need to consider before you get it booked? Golfshake's Derek Clements shares some key advice - most of it from personal experience. read more ...

Sotogrande is celebrating its diamond anniversary this year with a special calendar of events that showcase everything that makes this destination so revered in the Andalusian region of southern Spain. read more ...

Joining forces, Chart Hills Golf Club and London Golf Club have unveiled a new championship stay and play golf package that will benefit golfers who want to experience these two superb inland courses in Kent. read more ...

The Ryder Cup is coming to Italy in September, and the fabulous Argentario Golf & Wellness Resort has launched a range of special stay-and-play packages to celebrate the occasion, providing golfers with the opportunity to play the host course at Marco Simone Golf & Country Club before or after the event. read more ...

Golfshake's Derek Clements has just returned from a holiday to Australia, where he played golf at Secret Harbour Golf Links near Perth. What Derek found out is that golf - and life - is very different Down Under when compared to back home in the UK. read more ...

Ahead of the new season, many golfers plan to play different courses throughout the year, but green fees can be expensive if you don't know where to look. Fortunately, GolfNow have pointed us in the direction of their most popular venues across the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland that you can play for less than £30. read more ...

The PLAYERS Championship is not only one of golf's biggest and most iconic events, it's also among the sport's greatest spectator experiences. Fans travel to TPC Sawgrass each year to sample the atmospheric setting of the Stadium Course, especially the dramatic amphitheatre that surrounds the famous par-3 17th hole. read more ...

Five very different places - Cyprus, Dubai, Los Cabos, South Carolina and Thailand - have each been declared the Golf Destination of The Year For 2023 by the 22nd IAGTO Awards. read more ...

Oxfordshire's The Springs Resort & Golf Club is celebrating the completion of a multi-million-pound investment by revealing stay and play packages ahead of the new season. read more ...

Wales is a hugely underrated part of the UK for golf, featuring many incredible links courses, tranquil resorts and scenic parklands to be discovered and explored. Introducing you to the best of golf in Wales, the Golfshake Course Section is home to over 300,000 independent reviews submitted by everyday golfers, which offers a unique and valuable insight. read more ...

Making golf travel easier than ever before, OGIO Europe has released a new range of vibrant travel cover designs and collection of golf umbrellas, with production capacity vastly increased to meet the expected demand. read more ...

The Golfshake Course Section offers an invaluable resource of almost 300,000 independent reviews. Having first showcased the overall picture for the United Kingdom, we decided to break down the data to focus solely on England, discovering which corners of the nation boast the finest collection of golf clubs and resorts to enjoy. read more ...

We have now seen a new glimpse of the breathtaking Dunas Course at Terras da Comporta in Portugal, which has been designed by respected architect David McLay-Kidd and will open for play this summer. read more ...

If you're looking for somewhere special to play golf this year, why not check out some of our coolest courses that you can play, right here in the UK. Not only will you have a great memory to take with you, you might also be able to get one over on the boys and girls in the bar. read more ...

With the Golfshake golf course review system close to 300,000 independent reviews it got us thinking about where is the best place to play golf in the UK. We often use the data to compile articles on the best locations to play and the best golf courses to visit but when it comes to the destination, where is the actual best place? read more ...

Winter golf isn't always the easiest sell for many of us, but the availability of great value tee times makes it that decidedly more appealing. GolfNow are the best resource at finding and securing those most rewarding green fees and they have some striking recommendations that will have you dusting off the clubs. read more ...

There’s good news for golfers travelling to Lisbon looking to play a group of courses in the vicinity. The nearby town of Cascais, just 40 minutes along the coast from the Portuguese capital and home to several top courses, is launching a Golf Passport to make multi-round tee-time bookings faster and cheaper. read more ...

One of the most important parts of a golf trip can actually take place before you leave the house – that being, the packing of your luggage!  Check out some of our best tips below for packing ahead of your next golfing getaway. read more ...

Last week's Portugal Masters was a celebration for both the winner Jordan Smith on the Victoria Course, but also for Dom Pedro itself as the resort cemented its reputation as a pioneer in sustainable golf. read more ...

Continuing to draw acclaim, PGA Catalunya Golf and Wellness has been recognised as one of Europe’s finest golf and wellness experiences, a status that has been further confirmed by its placing in the latest ranking lists. read more ...

It's set to be another great week at the Portugal Masters as the DP World Tour makes its return to the acclaimed Dom Pedro Victoria, which is looking in great shape for the tournament. read more ...

Golfers who are experiencing the magic of Madeira can also enjoy a series of cultural events across the destination this autumn, something that further enhances its status as a paradise for holidaymakers. read more ...

There are golf bargains to be discovered at this time of year, but you have to know where exactly to look for them, which is where our friends GolfNow come to the forefront, making it easier than ever before to secure a tremendous value deal. read more ...

European captain Luke Donald will be hoping to maintain a 30-year unbeaten record on home soil when the United States seek to successfully defend the Ryder Cup at Marco Simone in Italy. And you could be there - as with the showpiece event less than a year away, there remain options to ensure that you can be part of the biggest event in the sport. read more ...

Stage Two of DP World Tour Qualifying School will make a welcome return to Las Colinas Golf & Country Club this autumn, with the upgraded venue ready to showcase its outstanding Cabell B. Robinson designed layout that is renowned for its condition, wide fairways and undulating greens. read more ...

Offering a unique and valuable resource, the Golfshake Course Section has long been hugely popular, something that was enhanced this season by the introduction of several new features. We previously brought attention to the revamped Golfshake Top 100 Section, but many golfers will also benefit from visiting our new Must Play Courses Section that offers something a little different. read more ...

If you enjoyed Golf's Greatest Holes featuring Paul McGinley and Chris Hollins playing across the spectacular Island of Ireland, then you can now look forward to the guys showcasing destinations throughout Portugal in a six-part second series that will be broadcast early next year. read more ...

Amateur golfers will shortly have the opportunity to enjoy the ultimate playing experience at the fabulous La Manga Club when the venue hosts the Legends Tour's Farmfoods European Senior Masters hosted by Peter Baker. read more ...

The Costa del Sol is readying itself to host the Solheim Cup, with the iconic match coming to Spain for the first time in 2023, ushering in an official countdown that starts today with a series of events to commemorate 'One Year to Go' until Europe's women take on the United States. read more ...

Mallorca's Pula Golf Resort can boast several nominations from the 2022 World Golf Awards, including ‘World’s Best Eco-Friendly Golf Facility’ - which showcases the venue's impressive green legacy. read more ...

Imagine for a moment that money was no object, that you have a series of luxury cars in the driveway of your eight-bedroom home. We have looked at some of the golf courses in the UK that provide the very best value for money. Now, we explore those where the green fees would make most of us baulk and walk away. read more ...

Greece's incredible Costa Navarino has joined the European Tour Destinations Network, showcasing four signature golf courses including two new Jose Maria Olazabal designs at Navarino Hills, which opened in February this year. read more ...

The Laguna Golf Course at Dom Pedro Hotels & Golf Collection has opened its doors again following extensive work to improve the overall quality of the course as part of a new dimension to the resort’s well-renowned golfing portfolio. read more ...

INFINITUM, located in Costa Dorada in the North East of Spain, continues to highlight its status as one of the regions premier golf, lifestyle and real-estate resorts, with details for the newly revitalised Lakes course, providing enhancements for visiting golfers as well as wider commitment to environmental sustainability. read more ...

These days it can feel hard to judge what a real bargain truly is, but that is something that our friends GolfNow specialise in, particularly through their new Affordable Golf Series. Offering tee time deals at outstanding courses for the best value, each of the featured destinations can be secured for no more than £20 in the UK and €20 in Ireland. read more ...

For golfers searching for a getaway, then it's worth checking out a limited-time discount at any of The QHotels Collection’s impressive hotels and resorts. read more ...

Moving to the next phase of the club's extensive redevelopment plan, Chart Hills has announced that a new Sir Nick Faldo-designed par 3 course will be created. read more ...

One fitting manner in which to celebrate The Open would be playing a layout that has previously been used for Regional or Final Qualifying. Bringing you closer to them, our friends GolfNow - who offer tee times at wonderful courses - have presented a special The Open Qualifier Courses Hub, showcasing ten places that you could play before, during or after this year's Open. read more ...

The QHotels Collection has unveiled an exciting range of stay and play break packages for this summer, starting from just £90 per person per night, which should offer British golfers an appealing option for a getaway. read more ...

Many of the world's top ranked men's golfers will soon be arriving in East Lothian for the Genesis Scottish Open, with the Renaissance Club hosting the prestigious event on Scotland's Golf Coast. read more ...

If you're looking for courses to play this summer but are keen to uncover the best deals, then our friends at GolfNow have created their own handy guides to help you find those bargains. read more ...

Unless you know a member, then your best chance of playing a championship venue in the United States is by visiting one of the public or resort destinations. Thankfully, there are some crackers among those that can be played by anyone. We take a closer look at eight former hosts of the PGA Championship that you can discover and imagine yourself lifting the Wanamaker Trophy! read more ...

Portugal's Onyria Quinta da Marinha Hotel has received two global accolades from Tripadvisor, recognising it as being among the top one per cent of hotels worldwide. read more ...

La Cala has recently completed a major upgrade to its celebrated clubhouse, further enhancing the hospitality offering at this acclaimed 4-star golf resort in Spain. read more ...

St Andrews is a remarkable town; it's historic, boasts a celebrated university, and is widely considered to be the spiritual Home of Golf. On Golfshake, hundreds of golfers have left reviews for St Andrews Links, with the overwhelming majority granting perfect ratings. We have studied their comments and now use their words to describe the magic of St Andrews. read more ...

Celebrating a magical summer of golf in Scotland, the acclaimed Dundonald Links has unveiled new stay-and-play packages that it will host, giving golfers the chance to experience it and other stunning Ayrshire courses, including Western Gailes, Prestwick, Barassie and Irvine - to combine with a luxury stay at the new Dundonald Links hotel and lodges. read more ...

Scotland's Golf Coast of East Lothian is famed for being home to the likes of Muirfield, North Berwick and Gullane, but there is also much more than those fabulous layouts to experience here. read more ...

Four-time Ryder Cup venue The Belfry remains one of the most popular golf destinations in England as visitors just love walking in the footsteps of legends on the Brabazon. Some years ago, a group of Golfshake Ambassadors had their very own experience of the iconic 10th, adopting their own approaches to see who could walk off with the best score. read more ...

The Golfshake Course Section is a hub that draws thousands of newly submitted reviews each year, with golfers rating venues on a variety of criteria, providing a resource of destinations that are Highly Recommended by golfers for golfers. Celebrating that fact and the places that received the most acclaim last season, we are delighted to reveal the 2021 Golfshake Award Winners. read more ...

Golfers are drawn to the spectacular island destination of Madeira for the superb courses and climate, but an international survey has just confirmed another appeal of the Portuguese archipelago; it boasts two of the best three beaches in Europe. read more ...

Golfshake is delighted to share that more golf clubs and resorts qualified for the OUTSTANDING VENUE Service Award in 2021, surpassing the number in 2020. A total of 205 destinations have received this accolade, which has been awarded to venues that have impressively achieved Highly Recommended status for each of the last three years. read more ...

As we prepare for the height of the new season, we have reflected on the past year and the courses that golfers recommended to others through our popular Golf Directory. We’ve opted to section this article in three categories: Most Reviewed, Top Ranked and Most Played. read more ...

Golfers remain keen to know where they should be playing, and with over 13,000 new reviews submitted to our golf course review system, we have once again compiled a list of golf courses that excelled in the golf experience they provided during 2021 based off the review and recommendation data from everyday golfers visiting their venue. read more ...

The truly spectacular Praia D’El Rey Marriott Golf & Beach Resort is more popular than ever before, with the venue reporting a double-digit growth in bookings this spring compared to pre-lockdown levels in 2019 as golfers flock to Portugal's Silver Coast. read more ...

If you are beginning to venture out again to play golf but are wondering where you should visit, then our friends at GolfNow were excited to share with us venues that are new to their hugely popular platform for 2022, offering tee times for incredible value, these courses are dotted throughout England and Scotland, with several impressive names among them. read more ...

The stunning Las Colinas Golf & Country Club has revealed the development of new luxury homes at the resort, including villas and apartments, which have been developed by UMA S.L.; a joint venture conformed by Las Colinas and Somium properties. read more ...

Designed by two-time Masters champion Jose Maria Olazabal, the new 36-hole Navarino Hills golf courses have officially been unveiled, establishing an exciting new era for Costa Navarino in Greece. read more ...

Former Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley has partnered with TV presenter Chris Hollins to create a six-part series that celebrates the most iconic golf holes on the spectacular island of Ireland. And you could walk in their footsteps and experience those amazing courses for yourself, courtesy of GolfNow who are celebrating St Patrick's Day by showcasing incredible deals to play them. read more ...

We may not have much longer to endure the winter season, but GolfNow are offering fantastic deals to help ease the bitterness of the late winter chill. We provide information on some of the greatest tee times you can secure this March. read more ...

As we move towards the golfing season, there’s nothing quite like the anticipation of warmer weather, longer evenings and drier courses. However, for those not willing to hang around for the Great British climate to play ball, a golf break can offer the perfect solution. read more ...

It can be hugely expensive to play the UK's best golf courses during the peak months of the year, but if you’re willing to take a small gamble on the great British climate, we think we’ve found the perfect solution to ticking off some of the finest layouts for less...discounted winter tee-times! read more ...