European Tour Refunds Players

After moving  this weeks tournament from South Korea to Singapore the European Tour has picked up any costs its members incurred because of the late decision. However the Asian Tour golfers have not been offered similar reimbursements.

Earlier this month the circuits announced that The Championship had to be relocated due to issues after the original sponsor withdrew, obviously this meant changing flight and hotel bookings so competitors could compete at Laguna National. Directives were sent to the members on how to process the reimbursements.

 

The Asian Tour was not able to help their 72 players  in the 156 man field  in the same way , prize money is estimated at 892,000 pounds down from last years 1.67 million.

Trump buys Turnberry

It is one of the worlds most exclusive golf clubs and has been the location of some of golfs most memorable moments.

Now the links of Turnberry on Scotlands west coast have been purchased by the American Millionaire Donald Trump in a deal rumoured to be around 35 million pound deal. The US tycoon confirmed that the deal had gone through and may soon be called "TRUMP TURNBERRY".

In an interview with Golf.com he admitted that it had not entered his head to buy the course until he heard it was for sale. He owns 16 golf resorts globally but this by far is the jewel in the crown for the 67 year old American who harbours a dream to host a Masters.

Manchester Golf Show

 

Last weekend I took the opportunity of visiting home and the Manchester Golf Show. I spent a very useful Saturday morning meeting and introducing myself to some of the exhibitors at this years show. There was a wide range of golf themed exhibitors and a healthy number of people circulating and participating in some of the "hands on attractions".

I was accompanied by my 23 year old daughter a final year fashion design student at university who was lured to Manchester by the fact that the Manchester Golf Show was situated in the impressive purpose built Event City adjoining the hugely popular Trafford Centre. I think she was quite amazed by the number of youngsters trying out the indoor driving range, trying out the putting gadgets and generally soaking up the atmosphere. We stood and  watched in wonderment at some "tots" getting to grips with the specially made childrens golf clubs, definitely some future Rorys and Tigers if their interest is sustained through the next few years.

There was certainly a good mix of exhibitors and from my point of view some good contacts were made so keep your eye open for hopefully some new collaborations  from Solgolf Vacations over the

next few months, thanks to an enjoyable Saturday morning at the Manchester Golf Show.

 

Heading towards the summer

It has been a late Easter this year and now it is over we are full speed ahead to the summer! There is a very summery feel here in Spain already with blue skies and temperatures hitting the mid 20s  the beaches are filling up nicely and the winter is long gone!

Some golf resorts offer great deals in the summer, these beautiful resorts do not consider summer as peak season and there are quite a few deals to be found if you plan ahead! OK the temperatures are high during July and August here on the Costa Blanca but with long days and plenty of light you can play "Twilight" rounds, early evening Tee times take the heat out of your game!!

If you stay at a hotel on a golf resort a short drive from the beach you can enjoy the best of both worlds golf and beach plus soak up the atmosphere of a fabulous 4 or 5 star resort at a special price.

The La Finca Golf & Spa Resort is a luxury 5 star resort located in Algorfa very close to the coast of Torrevieja, Alicante. Set amongst lemon groves with a mountain back drop this is a very natural beautiful environment.  Moreover, it is close to Torrevieja center and 10 mins by car from some of the best beaches on mainland Spain.

La Finca Golf & Spa Resort, has 3 Golf Courses and a Spa with a health and wellness centre . The rooms are modern, spacious and bright.
It is a hotel perfect for a family vacation or a romantic getaway and also ideal to organize events, celebrations and weddings.

 The 117 rooms and suites with a modern and luminous design have been carefully decorated and completely equipped with all the amenities and technology that you can expect from a hotel of this category. The hotel also offers a golf academy with a selection of different courses for all ages and abilities and an 800 square metres spa with the latest health, beauty and well being treatments, as well as personalised treatments for golfers. With an excellent fine cuisine, beautiful outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts and 10 minutes by car from the coast you can be sure of a relaxing stay and a remarkable 5 star service.

Check out prices on our web site: http://solgolfvacations.com/golf-packages/la-finca-golf-a-spa-resort

Ladies European Tour (LET) - Liz Young and Holly Aitchison launch National Golf Month in the UK

 
 LET
player Liz Young from Hampshire, Project Director Douglas Poole and LET
player Holly Aitchison from Bedfordshire at the launch at Playgolf
London.
The first ever National Golf Month (NGM) promotion was launched onWednesday, with Liz Young and Holly Aitchison, two rising British stars from the Ladies European Tour (LET), at Playgolf London. National Golf Month is an amazing event where all the leading golf companies and associations in the UK are joining together to get golf growing again! The aim is to get an extra 100,000 lapsed or new golfers playing golf in May 2014.

Whether you’re a regular golfer who wants to brush up on your skills or you’re keen to introduce a friend to golf then this is the time to get involved. From thousands of fantastic offers, free rounds and
lessons there will be something for everyone to enjoy. It all kicks off in May.
Simply log onto: http://www.nationalgolfmonth.com/ to make the most of all the great offers available.

All golf clubs, driving ranges and PGA professionals can load their special offers onto the website and there will be a huge media campaign combining radio, magazine and social media.

Ladies European Tour golfer Charley Hull is an ambassador of the campaign along with Sir Nick Faldo and Padraig Harrington.





Ladies European Tour (LET) - Liz Young and Holly Aitchison launch National Golf Month in the UK

Ladies European Tour (LET) - Charley Hull: watch the documentary on BBC1

 

Watch behind-the-scenes footage of Charley Hull in an upcoming BBC
documentary to get a closer look at The European Solheim Cup player’s
life on and off the course.

With contributions from family, including father Dave, friends,
rivals and famous fans such as Laura Davies, the most successful British
female golfer of all time with four majors, and Tony Jacklin, a close
friend and two time major champion, the programme looks at how the last
12 months have catapulted the teenager into a global sports star. It
charts her progress from being Rolex Rookie of the Year on the 2013
Ladies European Tour to winning her first tournament at the 2014 Lalla
Meryem Cup in Morocco the week before her 18^th birthday and
then playing in the first major of the year, the Kraft Nabisco
Championship in California, an event she nearly won. Currently leading
the LET’s ISPS HANDA Order of Merit, her drive and focus in becoming
world number one is clear as is the love, support and sacrifice of her
family.

Watch Charley Hull on Easter Sunday, 20 April at 16:30 BST on BBC One East followed immediately on BBC iPlayer. BBC One East is available on Sky Channel 982/983.
Available to UK viewers only.

Ladies European Tour (LET) - Charley Hull: watch the documentary on BBC1

Tickets On Sale - ISPS HANDA Ladies Masters

 

Tickets for the LET’s showcase tournament are now on sale with early bird prices until midnight BST on Wednesday, April 30, 2014. Kids under 16 go FREE when accompanied by an adult.
Buy here now: http://tickets.sky.com/Golf/
Now in its third year, the ISPS HANDA Ladies European Masters is one of the summer’s best sporting and social events set within the perfect setting of the beautiful Buckinghamshire Golf Club in Denham, on the outskirts of west London. This is the international headquarters of the Ladies European Tour. See the world’s best women golfers, including a host of Europe’s victorious Solheim Cup team members compete in a stunning natural environment, which is easily accessible from the capital. In addition to the first class sporting action, there is a host of fun entertainment providing a big day out for all the family in a festival-like atmosphere. Visitor activities include free golf lessons with PGA Tour professionals within the PING Swing Zone, as well as taster sessions where kids can have fun experiencing SNAG golf, a premier learning system containing age appropriate equipment to teach the game of golf.  This is an opportunity to meet the stars of the game in an open and welcoming environment. Come and enjoy Pimm’s out on the lawn with some Ben & Jerry’s ice cream among other treats.
There will be entertainment for people of all ages throughout the week so keep an eye out on the official website www.ladieseuropeanmasters.com for further updates.
Watch the world’s best women golfers at Buckinghamshire Golf Club on 3-6 July.
Address:
Buckinghamshire Golf Club
Denham Court Drive, Denham, Buckinghamshire. UB9 5PG.
Telephone: 01895 831028.
By Road: The club is conveniently located just off Junction 1 of the M40. There is NO on site public parking available apart from blue badge holders.  All public are asked to follow signs to the FREE Park & Ride service which will be in operation from 3rd to 6th July. The Park & Ride is located just off Swakeley’s Roundabout on the A40. The postcode is UB8 1ES. 
Public transport: The exit from Denham Train Station is just behind the 15^th green with direct access to the course and clubhouse.

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