18. The Oitavos, Portugal
The Oitavos is the perfect destination for active travelers,
culture, gastronomy, and wellness enthusiasts; whether
this be cycling along the coastline of the Atlantic Ocean,
enjoying tapas on the terrace, visiting historical local
villages or playing a round of golf. Designed in 2001 by
the famous architect Arthur Hills, the Oitavos Dunes is
considered to be one of the finest and best golf courses
in the world. Given the rank of 58th in the Top 100
ranking in 2015 by Golf Magazine, it is ranked number
1 in Portugal. With an exceptional location, it offers
spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and Sintra.
17. Handara Golf & Resort, Bali
Handara Golf & Resort Bali is a mountain golf resort
located near Bedugul that brings world-class golf to
the region of Bali. The first golf & country club resort
to open in Bali was voted by Golf Magazine as ‘One
of the 50 Greatest Golf Courses in the World.’ Course
founder, Ibnu Sutowo (1914-2001) named it after his
youngest daughter, Handara. The Ibnu Sutowo Senior
Open is held at the course every year in memory of
Ibnu’s remarkable legacy.
16. Dusit Thani Laguna, Singapore
Dusit Thani Laguna Singapore is superbly located within
the renowned Laguna National Golf & Country Club
only 10 minutes by car from Changi International Airport
and 15 minutes from downtown. A prominent golf club
in the local and regional golf scene since its inauguration
in 1993, Laguna National is a world-famous Singapore
golf course, boasting two eighteen-hole championship
courses that have been ranked consistently among Asia’s
top layouts. The courses have won prestigious accolades
and hosted international championships including the
European Tour’s Singapore Masters, Korean LPGA-ADT
Caps Tour Championship, European, and Asian Tour co-
sanctioned event and The World Classic Championship
at Laguna National.
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