Destination golf Travel

The golf tourism market in Southeast Asia continues to show very strong growth, and Vietnam is in the epicentre of this trend. The Summit in 2025 showcased strong growth in the region, as Vietnam in particular strengthens its position as one of Asia’s most dynamic tourism destinations, wherein golf tourism has emerged as a key differentiator, blending world-class facilities with natural landscapes, cultural heritage, and a deep commitment to sustainability that resonates with global travellers.

Few would argue that Ireland from a courses’ perspective, and as a destination, has been a golfing powerhouse for some years. While the quality of golf in Ireland is well established, having a resurgent (at least in terms of the Majors) Rory McIlroy continually in the news has been very positive for golf Ireland’s brand. These types of column inches will help to keep venues such as the Cork Golf Club front and centre in the minds of travellers.

If you are a golfing connoisseur and enjoy the finer things in life and an atmosphere of understated elegance, then San Roque Club on Spain’s Mediterranean coast, with its two world-class golf courses, could be a box that you should be ticking!

The home of golf – Scotland!

If anyone is planning a golf vacation in this region, whether for a group of friends, a club ‘outing’, or a family vacation, then this latest Destination Golf Guide will be a must read!

If you are planning a golf ‘excursion’ to Europe at any time in 2026, then Portugal is one of those destinations where BG’s mantra of – ‘don’t just pack the clubs, take the family too!’ – can really pay off!

As golf is in the hospitality business, a clubhouse becomes a core element in the golf operation.

For a glimpse of what a great facility can look like, follow the link above to see the facility at Palmares
Ocean Living & Golf.

DGT’s latest Global Guide (winter 2025), is now live.

It is a must read for anyone interested in golf travel, while DGT is the perfect platform, with its regularly published guides, and global network of regional websites, for anyone planning a personal, family or group golf vacation.

for those golfers planning a golf trip for 2026, your search for information should tee off with DGT, and in the case of anyone looking to a golf vacation in the Emerald Isle, then DGT’s Ireland Golf Guide to Ireland will be a must read.

For anyone who has see the movie the Tailor of Panama, this country’s narrative has traditionally been dominated the presence of the canal – as was the movie.

In a determined effort to break out of this historic mould, Panama has embarked on a repositioning strategy, which combines top class golf with gorgeous tropical leisure facilities, and up market shopping.

Access to a region has always been a key element in its success.

Like it or not, frequent flights play a core role in the travel mix, and are vital if a destination is going to be successful in promoting itself to its target markets, as demonstrated by Lanzarote increasing its flights’ schedule, to support its goal of becoming a top of mind, and a premium winter golf destination.