The World's Most Famous Foreign Golf Courses
While some golf courses are played only by the locals, others are famous enough to attract golfers from all around the world. Are you considering a global vacation? Put one of these famous foreign golf courses on your travel wish list and you can check it out for yourself. Why not play a few rounds on a famous foreign golf course you'd normally only see on TV as Tiger tees off? Here's a breakdown of some of the most famous foreign golf courses.
St. Andrews Old Course in Scotland
One of the oldest and most revered golf courses on earth, St. Andrews Old Course deserves the reputation it's earned as "the home of golf." Treasured by professional golfers and amateurs alike, it has courses that fit any level. Amateurs enjoy it, yet the pros will still be challenged. No matter your level of golf expertise, you won't find it boring. Every shot takes strategy, but even beginners can give this famous professional golf course a try.
Wentworth in Surrey, England
Following the end of World War I, developer Walter George Tarrant understood Europe's need to move onto more peaceful life. He opened nearly 7,000 yards of golf course in 1924 that has grown to include 3 18 hole golf courses. The club is famous for its associations with professional golf. It holds the headquarters of the PGA European tour and served as the venue for the 1953 Ryder Club.
Sunnydale in Surrey, England
Like Wentworth, its neighbor, Sunnydale is a beautiful golf course set on the sand belt of Surrey, England. Originally 3 farms that came under the ownership of St. John's College in Cambridge, turned the land into a golf course around the turn of the 20th century. Its first professional golfer was Jack White. The British Masters has been held on the course 4 times since the end of World War II.
The Valle del Este and Desert Springs in Spain's Almeria
Spain is a golfer's paradise. In Almeria, you'll find the sand traps are no joke as you play in Spain's only desert. The Valle del Este and Desert Springs are 2 famous first class golf courses that you can enjoy in the landscape of the desert.
Don't be caught at these famous spots out of style. Make sure to pack some women's pants for golf that will allow you to look good on the green, while you're also playing in comfort.
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Fantastic list. I have also tried playing a few holes in the Philippines during my stay there. We played at Wack Wack Golf and Country Club in Manila, an excellent golf club with a couple 18-hole championship courses. My caddy proudly informed me that the Eastern Course of the club was the former host of the Philippine Open, the World Cup, and other popular events.
All great courses, excellent article!
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