HR Trends at Private Clubs
At Global Golf Advisors, we recently completed two surveys of over 175 club managers, one in North America and one in Europe, seeking to identify the trends that are and will continue to have, the most significant impact…
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What are La Cala Resort’s latest remarkable sustainability investments?
Last year, several trends (e.g. travel recovery, working from anywhere, bleisure, wellness tourism, etc.) favored La Cala Resort. On the other hand, we also need to see that their previous correct investments have brought results. Such an achievement,…
How would you transform Almenara Golf Academy to be noteworthy?
In the contemporary golf industry, integrating advanced driving range technologies such as Toptracer Range or TrackMan Range is prevalent in golf academies. Remarkably, golf clubs increasingly redefine their academies as comprehensive golf destinations featuring these state-of-the-art facilities. I…
Will the pre-sales real estate offerings be a success story at Cabot Revelstoke?
The Cabot Collection, developer and operator of luxury resort and residential golf destinations, has found a jaw-dropping location for its new property - Cabot Revelstoke - in Revelstoke. It is their second property in Canada after Cabot Links…
How did the Hero Dubai Desert Classic achieve GEO Certified Tournament status?
It is becoming increasingly common to hear about golf clubs achieving GEO Certified status, but we hear very little about golf tournaments achieving the same GEO Certified Tournament status. Why have only 18 international golf tournaments - Hero…
What should La Hacienda Links Golf Resort do for a better golf experience?
Last year I reported that La Hacienda Links Golf Resort was acquired by Millenium Hospitality. The Texas-based golf course architect Kurtis Bowman has redesigned the Links Course. A new contemporary clubhouse, driving range, and practice area have been completed. La Hacienda Links…
How fun is Apes Hill Barbados’ new, Ron Kirby-designed golf course?
Those of you who are not familiar with Ron Kirby's life work. Here is a quick overview. In the early 60s, he was a design associate of Robert Trent Jones Sr. From 1970-1986 he worked with Gary Player…
Has PGA NovaWorld Phan Thiet chosen the right hotel partner?
Vietnam’s newest premier lifestyle resort, PGA NovaWorld Phan Thiet, continues to reach new heights with the launch of a state-of-the-art luxury hotel – Radisson Resort Phan Thiet. It is fascinating that luxury hotels do not have an official…
Who should La Hacienda Alcaidesa Links Golf Resort choose as its hotel partner?
In February I shared with you that Millenium Hospitality - listed on the MAB since the 4th of July 2019 - acquired 90,000 square meters for 33.2 million Euros in the estate known as La Hacienda de San Roque in 2019. Today…
See why you shouldn’t give up on having a golf holiday in Cyprus!
After returning from the FAM trip to Cyprus, I came to the conclusion that I prefer golf destinations where I can do much more than enjoy the services of the selected golf resort. I will tell you more…
How will La Finca Resort welcome us at the end of the month?
Probably you have already heard of the 6 million Euro investment of La Finca Resort. In my previous post, I have already highlighted some elements of this project: Thorough development work has been carried out at the resort,…
Getting Spain ready for #golfpostcorona.
During the CV19 pandemic, we sat down (virtually) with some of the Spanish golf industry representatives and asked them a few questions about the state of the Spanish golf market, how they dealt with the situation, and the…
What is The Shire London’s vision for 2020?
I haven't written a while about The Shire London, the only Seve Ballesteros designed course in the UK. So I wondered what they are coming up with for 2020. In short, affordable luxury, on and off the course.…
Where to find the best gastronomy & golf offers in Portugal?
When we are on a golf holiday, we want to pamper ourselves. This does not stop at where we are going to play golf or the quality of the golf resort’s hotel. I am almost 100% sure that…
How Callaway FITS Shaft Analyzer affects your performance?
Just like in any other area of our life our customers are expecting personalized products and services. Golf shafts are not exceptions. We can all agree that for irons and drivers the shaft type and its characteristics can…
Waste Management Phoenix Open’s approach to sustainability
Early this year, I have already shared with you that the 2017 Waste Management Phoenix Open (held February 2-5th, 2017) will be an official pilot of the new sustainability standard for golf tournaments of the Golf Environment Organization. Now, I can…
The Paradox of the Golf Equipment Industry: An Enquiry in 3 Parts
Introduction Nike started selling golf shoes in 1984, but golf was a minor component in Nike’s marketing juggernaut before Tiger Woods came aboard in 1996. By 2000, Nike was selling balls and clubs as well as apparel and…
Will Jebel Sifah be able to boost tourism for Oman?
Troon has been selected to provide golf course management services to the new golf course at Jebel Sifah (designed by Peter Harradine), a 6.2 million sqm beachfront development located on the outskirts of Muscat, Oman. Actually, it takes 1h 18 minutes…
Is the new hotel of PGA Catalunya Resort attractive?
Probably you remember, that in last May, I wrote about that the PGA Catalunya Resort will add a new 5-star hotel, the Hotel Camiral in June following an investment of €33 million. So from now on, we can enjoy the…
How can PGA Catalunya Resort’s new hotel inspire you?
Early this year, I have already written about that the PGA Catalunya Resort has enhanced its portfolio of rental properties by over 70% to include a larger mix of luxurious family houses, golf-fronted semi-detached villas. Most recently, PGA Catalunya Resort…