NGCOA CEO Jay Karen once said in 2018: "I believe the golf course of the future will be indoor and outdoor, if only we can find ways to embrace virtual reality and gamification of golf, which includes simulators…
I hope it is now clear to everyone that every golf club must spend on sustainability. What is more interesting now is what a golf club does at the local level for sustainability. That's why I'm interested in…
In an interview three years ago, I spoke with Robert A. Sereci, the GM/COO of Medinah Country Club, regarding how private golf clubs were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in terms of their business impact. Word has just…
It's hard to believe that Mike Strantz designed only seven golf courses in his lifetime, including the amazing Tobacco Road Golf Club (Established in 1998, the par 71, 6,557-yard) in Sanford, North Carolina. Despite this small number, his…
Mark Chapleski, Troon Executive Vice President, has just retired at the end of July following 24 years of service with the golf and club management business. Since 2017 he has overseen the expansion of Troon’s international portfolio to…
Have you been keeping up with Castle Stuart Golf Links (since 2009) lately? The Cabot Collection acquired this fantastic golf club in Inverness, Scotland, in 2022 and added it to its impressive collection. One of the first actions…
Did you know that India boasts a whopping 298 registered golf courses, with almost half of them located on military bases? India's rank as Asia's 5th-largest golf country is undoubtedly impressive, as it only slightly trails behind Thailand.…
In today's world, it is common to see golf clubs and resorts receiving GEO Certified accreditation. However, let's take a closer look at what they have done to support a worthy cause. It's important to take into account…
The operations of golf courses, including driving ranges, are gradually moving towards digitalization. There is mounting evidence that the traditional driving range experience is no longer appealing or competitive. As golfers, we highly value the importance of distances…
It is becoming evident that wellness, sustainability, and technology will hold significant importance to consumers in 2023. These trends are already showing clear signs of growing popularity. Just think about the popularity of fitness and exercise products and…
Bowood Hotel, Spa, and Golf Resort have just switched to Club Car as its new golf vehicle supplier and installed a state-of-the-art Tempos fleet. The Tempo cars, which deliver outstanding hill-climbing power and acceleration, are branded with Bowood’s…
Should Golf Genius consider providing website development services to their customers, even if it means partnering with another company? This reminded me of the fact that Golf Genius launched its new service - a fully integrated website solution…
Early this year, I read in Golf Inc Magazine's annual golf club management company updates: Troon - managing 664 golf clubs; Invited (formerly ClubCorp)- is the largest owner-operator of private golf and country clubs, city and stadium clubs…
Sweetspot, a leading data-driven golf club management, booking, and business solutions provider, is thrilled to announce its further expansion into the Scottish market by signing Montrose Golf Links as its first club partner. This milestone collaboration marks a…
How do you define a great golf experience? I am sure one of these factors will be on your list: greens roll smoothly; the golf course is visually appealing; the golf course blends naturally into its environment; course…
As I pondered over questions like these, I came across the news of Abbey Hill Golf Centre's significant renovation project. Abbey Hill Golf Centre, a BGL (Burhill Group Limited) venue in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, has already invested more…
Over the past four years, significant changes have occurred at the Cedar Point Club. The club was named Cedar Point Club when it first opened in 1964 but then changed to Cedar Point Country Club in the mid-2000s.…
The concept of luxury has taken on a new meaning since the latest pandemic. That's why I'm curious how the concept of a luxury golf resort is interpreted at Argentario Golf & Wellness Resort. I interviewed Augusto Orsini,…
The Kauri Cliffs Residences are so impressive how they struck the perfect balance between comfort and luxury. I am so impressed by the cozy and inviting rooms while still feeling incredibly luxurious. The owners recognized the architectural significance…
It's only 101 days left until the much-anticipated 2023 Ryder Cup takes place at the Marco Simone Golf & Country Club. Back in May, I mentioned that Hilton was selected as the worldwide partner for the 2023 Ryder…