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DESTINATIONGOLF . TRAVEL
( October to November ).
In Bali Indonesia it has two distinct seasons , the wet , falling between October and March , and the dry , spanning between April and September . most visitors find that May , June , and September are the best times to visit the island .
However , with the ever-changing weather patterns due to climate change don ’ t be put off by traveling in what they call the green season .
Here ’ s a secret tip for holidaymakers in Thailand who want the best of worlds , good weather and good prices . In the middle of the “ green ” season , during the months of June , July , and August , southwest winds from the Indian Ocean bring in rainladen clouds over most of the region . This produces heavy downpours almost like clockwork practically every afternoon .
Play in the morning , which is the preferred tee time for most golfers anyway . Moreover , not only is morning golf a certainly , the best bargains for green fees and accommodations are to be had this same time of year .
That said the courses across SE Asia are designed for tropical downpours and their drainage is second to now . After a 30-minute rainstorm , you can be back playing within minutes !
As a final bonus , there are hardly any other golfers on the courses , or at the hotels , during this time period , which insures 4-hour rounds and personalized service at your selected hotel .
TOUR OPERATORS The advantage of using a local golf tour operator is that they will take all the responsibility for securing your accommodation , arrange golf course bookings , and they will transport you during your holiday .
Ba Na Hills Golf Club , Vietnam
the other hand , if you are travelling more for sightseeing , business , or have arranged your own golf and transfers , then I would suggest renting clubs at each course .
5 . A trip arranged by a reputable tour operator like Golfasian , for example , will include transfers . They should have their own minibusses and their drivers / guides take all the lugging out of the luggage process . So why not bring your clubs ?
There ’ s an advantage to knowing how local business works , together with the potential language complications . Something as simple as travel times between the hotel and golf course requires local knowledge . Going with a local tour operator will ensure that , from the moment you arrive , you will have the maximum free time to enjoy every aspect of your golf tour , without any worries and concerns .
Many local golf specialists like Golfasian not only work directly with golf vacationers but can also work with many international travel agents and overseas golf tour operators . Enjoy ! ■
WHEN TO COME OVER ? Naturally , there are times when the weather can be ideal such as November to April in Thailand , often referred to there as the dry season .
Cambodia and Vietnam are similar but October to December is very iffy in Vietnam when strong typhoons can slam into the central coast and golf can be washed out for as long as 3-4 days .

In Malaysia , the four seasons of the climatic year are the northeast monsoon ( from November or December until March ), the first inter-monsoonal period ( March to April or May ), the southwest monsoon ( May or June to September or early October ), and the second inter monsoonal period www . golfasian . com

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