A few days ago, I emphasized the remarkable growth of luxury tourism and hospitality in the global tourism industry. It’s imperative to recognize that luxury travelers encompass a diverse and multifaceted demographic rather than a homogenous group. During…
The British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association’s (BIGGA) "Continue to Learn" education program, which takes place each January, has received the support of The R&A as part of its commitment to a sustainable future for golf and golf…
2023 marked a year of unprecedented growth for Tagmarshal, the leading provider of on-course optimization technology in the golf industry. The company achieved a remarkable 57% revenue growth, attracted numerous new customers, and enhanced the pace of play and staff…
People who have a good understanding of the unique features of the Cabot Collection and its golf portfolio will appreciate why the Norwegian Lofoten Links was chosen. The Cabot Collection portfolio includes Cabot Cape Breton in Nova Scotia,…
Where else can Troon expand its presence? Troon is the world's largest golf club management company, providing services at 900 locations in 45 states and 35 countries, including operational responsibility for 575 18-hole equivalent golf courses. In July…
How can a golf club improve its ranking in a competitive market where numerous other clubs perform similarly? I am sure that all of them are obsessed with exceeding their guests' and members' expectations. I frequently counsel my…
Brand ambassadors are instrumental in elevating brand awareness and shaping a brand image that resonates with the target audience. They play a pivotal role in brand ambassador marketing by harnessing authentic customer reviews and endorsements. Brand ambassadors can…
Do not be misled by the recent decline in Topgolf Callaway Brands stock. According to The Motley Fool, Topgolf's stock has decreased by 20% year to date and 33% over the last 12 months. Indoor golf and entertainment…
The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) and FFA have agreed to provide a competitive event for high school agricultural education students emphasizing turfgrass science skills. The 2025 National Turfgrass Science Invitational will be held February 3-5 at the…
We can find numerous ways to minimize water usage and consumption on our golf courses. Most frequently, I hear about using recycled water; selecting and establishing turfgrasses that naturally use less water and are adapted to your climate…
Burhill Group Limited (BGL) Golf, a leading UK multi-course operator, has announced a significant increase in rounds played for the second quarter of 2024. In the second quarter of 2024, BGL reported a 9% increase in rounds played…
Over the past three years, NexxChange, an Austrian golf club management software company, has progressively expanded its market presence in Europe through strategic acquisitions and partnerships: 2021 - acquired the Dutch E-Golf4U; 2023- partnered with UGolf Bluegreen, Europe's…
TaylorMade has carefully assessed that aiming is one of the biggest challenges for many of us on the golf course. Unfortunately, I have a bit of trouble aiming at the green. It's important to note that applying stripes…
Like the World Corporate Golf Challenge (from October 28th to November 1st, 2024, Haikou Mission Hills Golf Club), the Aramco Team Series, presented by PIF and organized by Golf Saudi, will bring an important golf tournament to a…
After more than a year of anticipation, I can share with you the completion of the largest Five Iron Golf venue in Dubai to date. The venue spans 32,038 square feet and houses 17 simulators powered by Trackman…
I really hate it when I have to hunt for my golf ball in a deep bunker with steep walls. It's definitely one of the reasons why I'll never forget my game at Las Colinas Golf & Country…
In the spring, I previously shared with you the amazing potential of the Finnish multifunction machine to revolutionize golf course maintenance tasks. How? The Turf Gamechanger (TGC) integrates the TGC method, utilizing Precision Maintenance software to gather maintenance…
The 31st edition, 2024 Luzhou Laojiao Guojiao 1573 World Corporate Golf Challenge World Final, will be held in Hainan, the second-largest island in China. The World Corporate Golf Challenge global committee and the Bureau of Tourism, Culture, Radio,…
Who should we trust more: Golf Digest's golf course evaluators or Leadingcourses users? The only two Spanish courses are listed on the most recent Golf Digest World Top 100. Both of them are within the Sotogrande estate: Real…
In February, Vogue magazine predicted that these five colors would dominate Spring 2024, but I believe they will remain popular throughout the year. First on the list is sky blue, which is a feature of the new Galvin…
Troon has been selected to manage Woodholme Country Club, a member-owned private club in Pikesville, Maryland, northwest of Baltimore. Troon Privé, Troon's private club operating division, will manage club operations, agronomy, food and beverage, and membership sales and marketing.…
Sneaker culture has transformed from a specialized interest among athletes and collectors to a worldwide phenomenon that has revolutionized the fashion industry. Michael Jordan's collaboration with Nike, which commenced in 1984, laid the foundation for popularizing sneaker culture.…
When I mentioned KemperSports taking over the management of the Tidewater Golf Club last August, they surprisingly didn't mention any plans for bunker or golf course renovation. They simply said the golf club would undergo a major transformation.…
On June 23, 1988, a NASA scientist's testimony significantly expanded global awareness of climate change. Concurrently, businesses began recognizing environmentalism as a marketable attribute. Coincidentally, this period marked the inception of the term "greenwashing." This was important to…
Last week, I started reading Robbie Kellman Baxter's bestseller, "The Membership Economy." As I read, I realized that the topic is highly relevant to golf clubs. Please share your thoughts in the comments – I'm curious to hear…
While digitalization is increasingly visible and experienced in golf clubs, its role and contribution to customer experience development are even more evident. I give you a few examples. Golf clubs have traditionally involved a lot of in-person interaction…
At the 2023 Scotch Whisky Masters, I found an unknown whiskey brand, the Glencadam. I must say, it excelled in four categories. The 10, 15, and 21-year-old Glencadam whiskies seem to me bright and light. Glencadam Single Malt…
It was quite shocking to discover that in 2019, the share of female greenkeepers in the USA was only 1.5% and that there are only 4 female members of the American Society of Golf Course Architects. In 2019,…