Phuket and Pattaya Golf still going strong despite political problems in Bangkok

Phuket and Pattaya Golf still going strong despite political problems in Bangkok

Even the most outrageous of thinkers would have thought that the demonstrations in Bangkok would have ended by now, but that doesn't seem to be the case. However, there really is something that we need to point out to you guys sat at home in the Western World watching your newscasts, something to put your mind at ease.

Throughout the major tourist destinations across Thailand, such as Phuket, Pattaya, Koh Samui Krabi and so on, there are no political protests at all. Everything is rolling on as normal with people enjoying their holidays in the perfect climate that this time of the year brings. Over the course of the last 2 months, tourists have been enjoying the best that Phuket and Pattaya has to offer without any problems whatsoever.

This is the perfect time of the year to play golf in Phuket and Pattaya, and we have some of the best green fees and services across the two destinations.

In short, what we are trying to say is that yes, there are still political skirmishes still happening in the heart of Bangkok city, but that is no way affecting the atmosphere or safety of those visiting the major tourism areas outside of the city.

If you are thinking about a Phuket golf holiday, but have become hesitant because of the problems in Bangkok, you can rest assured that everything is fine. So, don't delay, make a booking today and experience the best golf that Southeast Asia has to offer.

Stay in a villa rental during your Phuket Golf holiday

Stay in a villa rental during your Phuket Golf holiday

The modern age of the internet has changed the way we choose and organize our holidays. At Phuketgolf.net, we realize that you need a golf holiday in Phuket that suits your requirements, not just in terms of which courses you choose to play, but also the accommodation type that you desire.

At one time in the not too distant past, hotels and resorts were the standard accommodation types available to holidaymakers, however; the accommodation market is also rapidly changing before our eyes. Did you ever think about staying in a villa rental during your Phuket golf holiday?

Villa rentals have massively grown over the past 3 years with holidaymakers moving away from the standard hotel accommodation that was the cornerstone of the Thailand tourism market.

More people than ever before are choosing villa rentals instead of hotels due to a number of reasons that mainly include complete privacy and luxury. You can rent a villa with your golfing buddies and share your holiday experience together without the prying eyes of hundreds of strangers. Villa rentals have their own maids, swimming pools and most of the other features that a hotel provides, but the big difference is you and your traveling companions have the facilities all to yourselves.

We have two excellent golf villas for rent in the grounds of the Loch Palm Golf Club estate in Kathu. This is prime golf territory with Red Mountain Golf Club and Phuket Country Club also both nearby in Kathu. Patong with its beaches, hundreds of restaurants and nightlife zones is also just a 10-minute drive from the villas.

Design Your Own Golf Package with Phuketgolf.net

Design Your Own Golf Package with Phuketgolf.net

In the ever-changing and evolving world in which we live, businesses need to change with the times and offer their customer base something dynamic and unique that ideally suits their wants and desires. At Phuketgolf.net, we have lots of golf packages to offer, however; nothing is better than designing your own golf package.

Whether you are seeking just a couple of days away playing golf, a week or two weeks, our Design Your Own Golf Package offer allows us to fit in the golf, accommodation and transfers that meet your own independent needs and budget.

With a great choice of hotels across Phuket's major tourism destinations such as Patong, and even a quality villa rental at Loch Palm Golf Club, we have the facilities to match your golf package criteria.

We will make sure all of your tee-off times are booked and that all your taxi transfers, to and from the golf courses and the airport, will be on time.

All you have to do is decide how long you want to stay in Phuket, what type of accommodation you like and which golf courses you would like to try. We will do the rest, so you can turn up at Phuket International Airport with your golf bag in hand without a single worry in the world.

Best Golf Holiday Destinations in the World

Best Golf Holiday Destinations in the World

It's that time of the year when you are starting to think about your holiday escapades for 2014. Golf tours have become big business over the past decade, especially the past five years, and with golf still one of the fastest-growing participation sports in the world, it's only natural that the idea of a golf holiday will pop up in conversation with your mates over a couple of beers. Life is about living, experiencing new things and creating memories that last a lifetime. A golf holiday with your mates would certainly fulfill the above criteria.

Deciding where to go?

The modern world, with the aid of the internet, has become a very small place indeed. No longer do we go down to the local travel agent and book whatever they have in stock or suggest. Nowadays we can go anywhere at any time for a price that's right by organizing and booking our holidays online. The problem is that most of the world's major golf tour destinations have now become highly priced because the demand is so high.

You need a place that has a tropical environment, a great choice of courses, lots of things to see and do when you're not golfing and is still affordable and cost effective.

What about golf in Thailand?

I am sure that many of you already know that Thailand is one of the world's most popular holiday destinations. Phuket is a popular holiday island in southern Thailand, famous for its tropical beaches, fascinating culture, all-year-round warm temperatures, its hedonistic nightlife scene and being home to a bevy of beautiful sultry babes.

Did you also know that Phuket has some of the finest golf courses in Asia? I bet you didn't, but now you do!

Phuket is the same size as Singapore and has 9 golf courses of varying levels, an international airport, top quality infrastructure, some of the finest beachside resorts in the world and is still one of the most affordable places to holiday.

The Johnnie Walker Classic tournament, made famous by the likes of Tiger Woods and Freddie Couples, has been hosted by Blue Canyon Country Club in Phuket a few times. This is one of the best courses in Asia.

There are so many courses and things to do in Phuket. So start making your 2014 dreams come true today by booking a Phuket golf holiday with one of the island's best golf agents. We can even book your accommodation and organize your transfers from the airport and to and from the courses. Our company is run by golfers for golfers. It doesn't get any better.

Phuket West Coast Beaches Part 2

Phuket West Coast Beaches  Part 2

Not everything is always about golf! I know, that's hard to imagine isn't it? Yesterday we wrote the first part of this blog about the best beaches on the west coast of Phuket. Today we are finishing off that list with two of the finest laidback beaches Phuket has to offer.

Kamala Beach

This beautiful stretch of sand is situated a ten minute drive north of Patong. Kamala is essentially a very peaceful area and the beach mirrors this fact. Besides being a great place for water sports, there is also a reef at the southern end of the beach that is ideal for snorkeling. Being so peaceful, this is a great beach to relax away from the hustle and bustle of the major tourist areas. With a nice selection of bars and restaurants nearby, you can have a drink or a spot of lunch directly on the beach. Overlooking Kamala Beach, you will see the excellent Rockfish Restaurant that serves a great selection of international cuisine. Kamala is also famous for the Phuket Fantasy Theme Park.

Surin Beach

Surin Beach is the true jewel of Phuket’s tourist industry. A full kilometer of powdery, white sand that is shaped by the sensationally colored sea, makes this beach stand out from all others, with chic restaurants and wine bars, shaded by enormous trees which keep the sun’s rays off for a brief period. It simply doesn’t get any better than this.

While Surin Beach is popular with tourists, it never gets over-crowded thankfully. There are just enough deck chairs and places to eat for everyone that knows of Surin. Looking out into the seemingly never-ending Andaman Sea is traditional Thai long-tail fishing boats gathering in their catch. Closer to shore are fantastic rock formations jutting out of the water. It’s these boulders which keep the buzz-buzz jet-skis to a minimum and means your days sunbathing remain unimpeded.

Phuket West Coast Beaches – Part 1

Phuket West Coast Beaches – Part 1

When the name Phuket is mentioned, it conjures up images of miles upon miles of scenic and sandy coasts lined with palm trees. Phuket is one of Asia's premier beachside destinations with a wide selection of beaches from the more commercialized ones at Patong and Kata, right down to the un-crowded and idyllic type at Nai Yang and Mai Khao. When you are not play golf on one of the island's best courses. There is nothing better than a relaxing day at the beach.

Patong Beach

Easily the most popular stretch of sand in Phuket, Patong Beach is roughly 3km long, scaling the entirety of Patong from north to south. This is a great place to hire a jet-ski, partake in watersports or just relax and take in the beautiful views looking out towards the crystal waters of the Andaman Ocean. A road runs parallel to the beach. This is where you will find lots of restaurants and fast-food joints, which mean that you are always within a one-minute walk of lots of eating and drinking options.

Karon Beach

Karon Beach is situated a ten minute drive south of Patong. This 4km long stretch of beautiful powdery sand is one of Phuket's longest and most scenic beaches. With a reputation for feeling un-crowded, even in the high season months, Karon Beach is the place you go to get away from the crowds of Patong Beach. Watersports aren't as prevalent here as they are on other beaches, but the atmosphere is tranquil and will give you that subtropical Phuket beach experience you have been longing. The beach stretches from the south side of Karon, all the way to Kata. In the low season months from May to October, be wary of the red flag situation because the undertones and riptides can be fatal.

Kata Yai Beach

This palm tree-lined beach is one of the island's quaintest. There are not so many beaches in Phuket as beautiful as Kata Beach. This is one of the best places for surfing, and you can hire the equipment you need from a selection of shops situated directly opposite of the south side of the beach. This picturesque bay looks out towards Koh Pu (Pu Island), which is a sight for sore eyes. This is the ideal family beach that also enjoys copious amounts of shade under the palm trees. You will find that many Thais enjoy visiting Kata Yai Beach because of the shade factor. Because the beach is quite small, it can seem quite crowded during the high season months, but nonetheless, this is a must visit beach. There are also a handful of shops and restaurants at the south end of the beach.

Golf in Thailand

Golf in Thailand

It was Winston Churchill who said, Golf spoils a good walk.? Obviously someone couldn't hit a solid 3-Iron. Golf is the sport of kings in my opinion. This is a sport where manners, etiquette and a civilized gentlemanly attitude still exists, unlike some other sports I won't mention cough cough football cough!

There is nothing like waking up in the morning, adorning your Pringle sweater and traversing the velvet green fairways on Mother Nature's back garden. For a long time, Asia was in the dark ages in golf terms, but over the past decade, the sport has risen like a phoenix from the flames in this part of the world. With Asian players such as Thongchai Jaidee, K.J. Choi and a host of young Japanese golfers becoming consistent performers on the PGA Tour, the sport has taken off big style in the region.

I have played golf on three continents, and have to say that there is nothing better than golf in Thailand, especially in Phuket and Pattaya. The amazing climate ensures that nearly every day of the year is prime golfing weather.

The second thing that puts Thailand golf ahead of the rest is the hospitality. Those who have played golf in Thailand will tell that the facilities at the major Thailand courses are breathtaking.

Phuket is approximately the same size as Singapore; however, on the island you will find 9 courses of all levels and styles from the more beginner inclined courses such as Phuket Country, to the Championship courses at Blue Canyon and Red Mountain.

To see a full list of Phuket golf courses and great value-for-money green fees, please click here.

In the Pattaya region alone, you will find over 20 golf courses within a 45-minute drive of downtown Pattaya, all of which have competitive pricing and are extremely well maintained. Pattaya is still somewhat an enigma on the world golf holiday scene, but it won't remain a best kept secret for too long, that's for sure.