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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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.  read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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? read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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!  read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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! read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

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. read more ...

Quinta da Marinha, the popular hotel and golf resort complex at Cascais near Lisbon is to close its main hotel in December for a complete refit to its bedrooms and public areas. read more ...

Golfers living within easy reach of Glasgow Airport now have the advantage of being able to play the acclaimed championship course The Machrie on the island of Islay in a new day return package. read more ...

Royal Dornoch is considered by many to be one of the finest golf courses on the planet, but yet it has never hosted a major professional event. What is it that makes this location in the Highlands of Scotland so special? Golfshake's Kieran Clark has been there and explains why it's such an alluring place. read more ...

Discover why the Costa del Sol is Europe’s best golf destination this autumn. With over 70 golf courses, luxury resorts, and sunshine all year, it’s the perfect golf getaway. read more ...

There was much excitement surrounding the new clubhouse at Al Zorah Golf & Yacht Club and that hype was justified after it was revealed that the new facility had claimed a prestigious award. read more ...

Rockliffe Hall is already a jewel of the North East of England, but that reputation is only set to be further enhanced as the award-winning five-star resort hotel is making a significant investment in its golf facilities. read more ...

The acclaimed Murrayshall Country Estate, located near Perth in the heart of Scotland, has revealed the new addition of luxury accommodation pods that represent the first stage of its ambitious £30 million transformation project. read more ...

INFINITUM Resort on Spain's Costa Dorada has just reopened its Hills Course after completing the halfway point of a major refurbishment that has included the creation of one of the most dramatic finishing holes in Europe. read more ...

Golfers who want a taste of Ryder Cup history can experience the most recent venue in Europe - Marco Simone Golf & Country Club - courtesy of new exclusive packages that will take you to Rome and enjoy a truly unforgettable golf holiday. read more ...

Two-time Masters champion and Ryder Cup icon Jose Maria Olazabal has described his pride at once again seeing the first golf course he designed hosting the Ladies European Tour's La Sella Open. read more ...

The latest phase of the renovation of the iconic Ailsa Course at the Trump Turnberry Hotel & Resort is now complete and has re-opened for general play. Golfshake's Andy Waple recently visited the venue and learned more about the changes and potential plans for the future. read more ...

As part of an exciting Open Weekend, the acclaimed Bentham Golf Course is staging a special Society Day that offers golfers the chance to play the course with friends at a discounted rate of £20 per person. read more ...

Golfers worldwide are truly blessed that so many of the great arenas in our sport are located in spectacular destinations. Some courses are famed for their scenery, like Pebble Beach, and Old Head in Ireland, but when it comes to a visual treat, it's hard to beat the iconic Crans-sur-Sierre in Switzerland. read more ...

What makes golf a truly special activity are the remarkable landscapes across which the game is played. Some of these environments are more spectacular and unique than others, but we reckon that Andermatt Golf Course in Switzerland could be the most distinctive one that you'll have seen this year. read more ...

North East England is a magical region for golf and aiming to claim a greater share of the UK's inbound golf tourism market, Golf Tourism England is seeking to promote this area as an alternative to the rising green fees costs of Ireland and Scotland. read more ...

The island of Ireland is home to many of the greatest golf courses on the planet, and the Portmarnock Resort, home of the acclaimed Jameson Golf Links, has partnered with some incredible venues to offer a stunning experience for travelling golfeers. read more ...

Following the unveiling of its new course, Trump International in Aberdeenshire has been marketed as The Greatest 36 Holes in Golf, but can that moniker really be justified? Here are some other incredible venues that boast a pair of remarkable courses of their own. read more ...

Officials from PGA TOUR Champions, Arrow Global Group, Turismo de Portugal and Turismo de Algarve announced a five-year partnership to host a new professional golf tournament in Portugal at The Els Club Vilamoura designed by Ernie Els. read more ...

The spotlight is on Northern Ireland and The 153rd Open at Royal Portrush, but there was more exciting news revealed, as premier luxury hospitality group Galgorm Collection unveiled plans to invest more than £30 million to create a new, landmark links golf course at Bellarena on the region’s stunning north west coast. read more ...

The spectacular Verdura Resort in Sicily has further enhanced its status as one of the finest golfing experiences in Europe by unveiling a new clubhouse at the heart of its two acclaimed championship courses. read more ...

The first images of a highly-anticipated new golf course in the Scottish Highlands, Old Petty, have been revealed, as the layout designed by Tom Doak nears its opening at Cabot Highlands. read more ...

There is some very good news coming from south west France where Golf de Moliets has joined the impressive Resonance Golf Collection, which runs 12 courses in France and Belgium. Golfshake's Travel Editor Andy Waple explains what this new arrangement means for the venue. read more ...

Many golfers love to travel abroad for a holiday - playing magnificent, immaculately presented courses in a beautiful climate, which is an experience that is hard to beat. But there can be anxiety when it comes to planning, especially when choosing to take your own golf clubs with you or not. read more ...

The 153rd Open Championship is soon going to be with us, which means it's about time we have a look at the Open qualifying events, and the courses at which they will be played. read more ...

The 153rd Open is now just one month away, meaning that final preparations are well underway at Royal Portrush Golf Club for the return of the most historic championship in the game from July 13-20. read more ...

A golf course should consist of 18 holes, or maybe even a loop of nine that you can go around twice, right? That's generally the established norm - but there are some notable exceptions to that rule. Have you played a 12-hole golf course? There are a surprising number of them around. read more ...

Could the South West of England become an alternative destination for American golfers travelling over to the United Kingdom and Ireland? That's exactly what Golf Tourism England is hoping to accomplish. read more ...

La Hacienda Links Golf Resort in Cadiz has a growing reputation as one of the premier venues in Spain and that status is only going to be further enhanced after it was confirmed that it will stage the finale of the Santander Golf Tour later this year. read more ...

The Arabella Golf Resort Mallorca has received further recognition of its status as a real paradise for golfers after being crowned the 'Golf Resort of the Year 2025' by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO). read more ...

The INFINITUM Resort in Catalonia has revealed more about its ongoing renovations to its acclaimed Hills course, which are set to take this fabulous layout to the next level. read more ...

Since it opened for play in 2020, Dumbarnie Links has drawn critical acclaim on the south coast of Fife, with many describing it as a modern masterpiece. Despite that, things have continued to evolve, and changes have been made to the 10th hole just in time for the 2025 season to make the experience of playing here even better. read more ...

With Mount Etna as its backdrop, the experience offered by Picciolo Etna Golf Resort & SPA, Curio Collection by Hilton, in Sicily has been made even greater following the completion of several course improvements and the opening of the hotel and spa facilities. read more ...

The sensational North Hants Golf Club, one of the most prestigious venues in England, is ready to present an even greater challenge following the completion of a £1.5m course refurbishment. read more ...

Prince’s Golf Club, host of the 1932 Open Championship and one of England's finest venues, has completed a significant clubhouse renovation. With both aesthetic and functional upgrades to the facility in Kent, the newly renovated clubhouse is set to enhance the experience for both members and visitors alike. read more ...

Enhancing its status as Your Mediterranean Home For Golf, the incredible Arabella Golf Resort Mallorca has launched its new brand identity that has been created to draw more golfers to the spectacular island. read more ...

The Algarve is the most famous destination in the country, but four top golf resorts on the Silver Coast in Portugal have sought to change that perception and establish their region as one of the greatest for golf in continental Europe. read more ...

Clubhouses come in all shapes and sizes, but Al Zorah Golf & Yacht Club in the Middle East has offered something truly extraordinary after opening the doors to its new clubhouse. read more ...

The spectacular Dunas Course at Terras da Comporta has been named the number one golf course in Portugal for the second year running. read more ...

Golfshake Ambassador Matt Holbrook is based in Suffolk and regularly plays at Felixstowe Ferry Golf Club during winter. Matt has shared a new video that showcases all 18 holes, including drone flyovers, and his full round in under 20 minutes, giving you a detailed insight into Felixstowe Ferry and why it's an essential round in winter - and beyond. read more ...

Palmares Ocean Living & Golf has underlined its status as one of the leading gems in the Algarve after it was chosen to stage a series of prestigious tournaments this winter. read more ...

The famous golf courses of Vilamoura have become iconic, but it's a fresh era for these prestigious layouts as they have unveiled a bold, new identity. read more ...

Pebble Beach is one of the most iconic and famous golf courses on the planet, but what is it like to play this revered layout? Golfshake's Derek Clements had that experience back in 2008 and he shares his memories of that day. read more ...

Ranking golf courses is a tricky business. Many publications rely on a team of keen experts and reviewers to draw up a list, while at Golfshake, we defer that to the ratings and opinions of the everyday golfers who use our platform, but who is better to judge the qualities of golf courses than those who design them for a living? read more ...

The golf industry in the UK & Ireland saw a record high for visitor revenue in 2024, with business growth agency, The Revenue Club, reporting from over 200 clubs to reveal that the average venue generated £170,462 in casual green fee income during the year, an 11% increase on the previous 12 months. read more ...

What makes a great golf course? It is a difficult question to answer and if you asked 100 golfers that question the chances are that you would get 100 different answers. Golfshake's Derek Clements shares his thoughts and describes some of his favourites. read more ...

What makes a great golf course? It is a difficult question to answer and if you asked 100 golfers that question the chances are that you would get 100 different answers. Golfshake's Derek Clements shares his thoughts and describes some of his favourites. read more ...

The reputation of Costa Navarino has been gradually evolving, but it went to another level in 2024, which has become a landmark year for the venue as it secured a range of coveted global accolades. read more ...

The well-known Victoria course in Vilamoura, Portugal, is to reopen next year as the centre piece of a private members only club under the Els Club banner. read more ...

Golf tourism is an industry that attracts millions of enthusiasts each year. Keep reading to discover some lucrative golf tourism jobs and their requirements.  read more ...

If you are looking for a touch of inspiration and motivation to play golf this winter, then The QHotels Collection is inviting golfers like you to participate in its upcoming series of winter open events, to be played at Slaley Hall, Forest Pines, Dunston Hall and Belton Woods. read more ...

Quinta do Lago is undeniably one of Europe's greatest golf resorts, as we discovered during a visit earlier this year, but its offering is only going to become more impressive into the future following its acquisition of Conrad Algarve. read more ...

Have you stayed at The Grove? Well, if you have, then you have experienced England's newly crowned Best Golf Hotel, following the World Golf Awards in Madeira, Spain, last month. read more ...

Portugal is home to many incredible golf resorts and venues, so it was quite a moment when Praia D’El Rey Marriott Golf & Beach Resort was named Portugal’s Best Golf Hotel at the 2024 World Golf Awards, an honour received following a period of large investment into the hotel’s facilities. read more ...

If you've been reading Golfshake for a while, you'll probably be aware that Dundonald Links is among our favourite places, and that opinion was backed up at the 2024 World Golf Awards with the venue being named Scotland’s Best Golf Hotel for the second year in a row. read more ...

What is the best golf course that you haven't played? You probably haven't thought of this place before, as it hasn't been around for long, but it might just be The Dunas Course at Terras da Comporta. read more ...

Halfway houses are a common feature at both historic golf courses and resort venues, and many of them have gone down in legend, but there is a new kid on the block at La Hacienda Links Golf Resort, whose halfway house was named the World's Best at the 2024 World Golf Awards just 15 months after it opened. read more ...

The DP World Tour's Qualifying School Final Stage once again delivered drama, joy and agony, and this marathon six-round event will remain at INFINITUM in Spain for another three years. read more ...

Last week's Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship was a thriller and the players unanimously praised the condition of the stunning Yas Links golf course. read more ...

Those of you looking to play some iconic bucket list golf courses or be thrilled by fantastic sporting events should take a look at Dubai, the best-known of the United Arab Emirates. read more ...

Joining Castle Stuart Golf Links near Inverness, the Cabot Collection has confirmed that the Tom Doak designed Old Petty, the much-anticipated new course at the venue, is set to open for preview play at Cabot Highlands on August 1st, 2025. read more ...

It's a week full of pressure and opportunity as the DP World Tour Qualifying School Final Stage makes a return to Spain and the Costa Dorada's stunning INFINITUM for a sixth successive year. read more ...

Aroeira has long been considered among the jewels of golf in Portugal, and the iconic Lisbon venue is embarking on a significant rebrand after been given the new identity of PGA Aroeira Lisboa. read more ...

Finca Cortesin hosted last year's dramatic Solheim Cup, and courtesy of a new documentary film, you can see the detail, care and hard work that went into staging this massive event. read more ...

It has now been confirmed that the second championship links golf course at Trump International Scotland, located in Aberdeenshire, is set to open during the summer of 2025. read more ...

The Ailsa Course at Turnberry is on the bucket lists of many a golfer, and the next few weeks represent your last chance to play this incredible layout before it undergoes a significant £1million refurbishment. read more ...

Norway's Lofoten Links has developed quite a reputation for itself - with its unique location and dramatic scenery captivating golfers around the world, and that status will be further enhanced now that the Cabot Collection, renowned for its portfolio of luxury resort and residential golf destinations, has announced a strategic investment in the venue. read more ...

The superb Lakes course at INFINITUM in Spain has now reopened following the completion of an exciting €800,000 renovation project, which has taken this acclaimed layout to another level ahead of it once again hosting the DP World Tour’s Qualifying School Final Stage in November. read more ...

Sotogrande unveils plans for new Almenara Golf Academy at SO/ Sotogrande Spa & Golf Resort read more ...

Al Zorah Golf Club has unveiled exciting plans for the inaugural Al Zorah City Pro-Am, signalling another eye-catching addition to the Middle East’s ever-growing golf calendar and enhancing Al Zorah’s burgeoning reputation as one of the region’s elite venues. read more ...

Plan for 2025 with the Golfbreaks Early Birdie Giveaway.  With huge discounts, exclusive added extras and more destinations to choose from than ever before, now it the perfect time to book your next golf break. read more ...

We take a look at two Scottish locations for golfers looking to plan a stay and play trip to the Home of Golf and looking for something slightly different to the usual featured golf courses and destinations. read more ...

Unwind or energise with a golf getaway at the luxurious 5-star resorts of Kempinski read more ...