104 entries: wellness

Minthis Golf Resort Amphitheatre

How should Minthis use its social proofs to fuel sales?

By: 2023. 11. 28.

For a considerable time, I have been underscoring the significance of social proof as a central tool for attaining trust, soliciting interest, and ultimately boosting sales. In light of this, I will refrain from repeating myself. If you…

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How much growth potential is in Morocco as a golf destination?

By: 2023. 11. 27.

I've attended a few IGTM events and heard much about Morocco as a golf destination. It's piqued my interest! I even had the chance to report on Assoufid Golf Club and Atalayoun Golf Resort. Last week, I met…

Bonita Bay Club

How can Bonita Bay Club transform into a bustling hub for an active lifestyle?

By: 2023. 07. 13.

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…

Apes Hill Barbados nature air view

With what golf holiday package does Apes Hill tempt us to Barbados?

By: 2023. 06. 01.

The last time I wrote about the Apes Hill golf course (7041 yards, par-72, 18 holes) designed by Ron Kirby, I was very impressed with his work. Last December, I could only report that the Apes Hill golf…

La Cala Resort sunset

What are La Cala Resort’s latest remarkable sustainability investments?

By: 2023. 04. 24.

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,…

OLEADA Pacific Living & Golf Ernie Els designed golf course

What can make the new Oleada Pacific Living & Golf unmissable?

By: 2023. 04. 20.

It is unbelievable that in the first three months of the year, the traffic at Los Cabos Airport increased by almost 23% (22.8%). And that's just international traffic. It seems like the destination has quickly recovered post covid…

Reynolds Lake Oconee_Bluff 9.1 Oar

How Tom Fazio triples the golf experience in Reynolds Lake Oconee?

By: 2023. 04. 12.

Last year I was asked to show examples of unique golf course designs. This is how I mentioned among the others the Tom Doak-designed The Loop (Forest Dunes), and the 6-6-6 golf course design of the Nikanti Golf…

18th late ombria resort golf course

What can Ombria Algarve be most proud of?

By: 2023. 04. 11.

I first heard about Ombria Resort in the Algarve in 2018 at the conference of the Portuguese National Golf Industry Council, where I participated as a speaker. Since then, many things from Ombria Resort's plans have been realized…

Madeira IGTM Team 2022

What favors golf tourism in Madeira in 2023?

By: 2023. 03. 27.

This year's tourism trends are very favorable for Madeira's golf clubs. If the local golf clubs take advantage skillfully these trends, they can win a lot. I am thinking of these tourism trends: The demand for change in…

Champion Hills with Troon Prive_resized

What innovative club membership offers does Champion Hills have?

By: 2023. 03. 23.

What innovative club membership offers do the Champion Hills have? It is imperative to understand the recent trends of remote work, golf club usage patterns, and lifestyle changes (e.g. demand for sustainable golf club operations). Pre-pandemic customer preferences…

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How can Dismal River Club improve if it is operated by KemperSports?

By: 2023. 01. 23.

You know how much of an admirer I am of Tom Doak's work. Last week, KemperSports won the full management of the Dismal River Club, a private golf club in  Mullen, Nebraska. That's why I couldn't ignore the…

Solana-Village-Apartments-Terrace-La Cala Resort

Is La Cala Resort Solana Village worth considering for any purpose?

By: 2022. 12. 12.

As much as I like the La Cala Resort's golf courses (Cabell B. Robinson design), and Spa & Wellness Center, now I am struggling with how to get excited about the new Solana Village. I cannot say that…

106th PGAof America Annual Meeting Don Rea Jr.

What do the PGA of America and the golf industry need to succeed?

By: 2022. 11. 24.

After hearing that Don Rea Jr. became the new vice president of the PGA of America, I thought it is a great moment to ask him about his plans, the challenges of the PGA of America, and the…

David McLay-Kidd at Terras da Comporta_resized

Who will enjoy the McLay-Kidd-designed golf course in Terras da Comporta?

By: 2022. 09. 15.

I am still under the spell of Mike Keiser's book The Nature of the Game: Links Golf at Bandon Dunes and Far Beyond. I believe links courses are far more exciting and closer to the authentic form of…

Las Colinas Golf and Country Club_Kumquat Community

Who will enjoy the new Kumquat community of Las Colinas Golf & Country Club?

By: 2022. 07. 27.

Already in 2018, I found impressive apartments in Las Colinas Golf & Country Club (south of the Costa Blanca, in Alicante). I found in a European Tour Properties study: "Homes within golf resorts are worth 19% more on…

W Costa Navarino_Beachfront villa Interior

Are you ready to try the new W Costa Navarino Hotel?

By: 2022. 07. 26.

In January, I already told you about the opening of the W Costa Navarino hotel this year. The launch of the hotel will be on August 11. It will be the first W Hotel in Greece. Before I share…

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What would make the golf experience at Gamble Sands more attractive?

By: 2022. 07. 13.

Last year Gamble Sands (located in Brewster, Wash.) launched the David McLay Kidd-designed QuickSands Course a 14-hole short course. The 18-hole Sands Course opened for play in 2014 to widespread acclaim, with the 100,000 square foot Cascades putting course following shortly thereafter. Now Gamble…

Oldfield Club and Community golf course

What can Oldfield Club and Community achieve with the expertise of Troon Privé?

By: 2022. 04. 27.

This could be just another new business win announcement of Troon Privé (the private club operating division of Troon). However, what caught my attention was the fact that the Oldfield Club and Community is cooperating with Audubon International…

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How does The QHotels Collection make itself competitive?

By: 2022. 04. 26.

It will be a year in May that Keith Pickard joined The QHotels Collection as the Group Director of Golf, Leisure & Spa. That’s why I was wondering how he sees The QHotels Collection's situation and how they…

Antognolla Golf Club 13th hole

There are few golf clubs as versatile as the Antognolla Golf Club!

By: 2022. 04. 13.

I may be one of those who affirm the importance of authentic immersion and ‘Instagramability’ when picking a golf travel destination. Probably, because of the long lockdown I am looking for opportunities for relaxation and escaping from urban…