9. Thracian Cliffs Golf & Beach Resort, Bulgaria
Thracian Cliffs Golf & Beach Resort comprises
spectacular seafront location and preserved wild beauty
of the Kaliakra National Park ecosystem. The resort
is also home to an 18-hole Gary Player designed golf
course that offers dramatic views over the sea from
every hole. With a variety of dining venues focused on
fresh local ingredients and produce, the beach resort
highlights the importance of wellbeing. The stunning
spa offers signature treatments and rituals merging
ancient healing philosophies with modern techniques.
8. Kauri Cliffs, New Zealand
Sophisticated and elegant, The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs
glows in the morning light as the sun rises to reveal
panoramic views across the Pacific. Named the number
one resort in Australia and New Zealand by Travel +
Leisure, Kauri Cliffs is a traveler’s dream. Activities abound
with the David Harman-designed golf course, immersive
local heritage tours, bountiful fishing, and spa sanctuary
hidden within the native forest.
Accommodation is offered in 22 suites set in outlying
cottages separate to the main lodge, as well as a two-
bedroom Owner’s Cottage. The cottages are nestled in
the native forest overlooking the golf course and the
Pacific Ocean. The par 72 championship course offers five
sets of tees to challenge every skill level.
7. Trump Turnberry, Scotland
Home of four Open Championships, the legendary Ailsa
course has hosted some of the most iconic names in
golf. Reborn in June 2016 at the hands of the renowned
architect, Martin Ebert, the transformation makes the
Ailsa the number one ranked golf course in the UK &
Ireland. Set alongside the glorious Ayrshire coastline,
with Arran and Ailsa Craig as a stunning backdrop, it
is one of the finest golfing destinations in the world.
Named after the third Marquess of Ailsa, who owned
the land on which it was built, this par-71, 6,474-yard
Championship course is one of golf’s storied places. Ailsa
has shaped some of the most remarkable moments in
the Open Championship’s history.
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