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Callaway Golf Big Bertha B21 driver sole

Big Bertha B21 driver like you never seen before

By: 2020. 08. 25.

Within 8 months Callaway is launching its new Big Bertha B21 driver (Product At Retail Date: 9/10/20). As I ran through the product description, I didn't find any significant differences from the previous Callaway Golf Mavrik driver. Big…

Harmony apartments at La Cala Resort

La Cala Resort €13.5 million project: 56 new luxury apartments.

By: 2020. 08. 24.

The Andalucían property market represents 20% of the Spanish property market. When we are talking about the Andalucían property market, we cannot neglect the overseas tourism market. The final total of foreign tourists was 12,079,071 in 2019. This…

Oaks Prague managed by Troon Prive FAM trip 2020 August

Will Oaks Prague be a true luxury residential community?

By: 2020. 08. 22.

Early this week I had been on a FAM trip to Oaks Prague (Czech Republic). Before I would share my impressions and thoughts about the golf resort it is interesting to understand the needs and expectations of affluent…

Titleist T-Series Black T100S and T200

Limited edition: Titleist T-Series T100•S and T200 Irons in black

By: 2020. 08. 16.

Just before my well-deserved summer golf holiday, I thought to share with you a quick update on Titleist T-Series irons. Titleist launched in August 2019 the Titleist T100 and Titleist T200 and T300 irons. In January 2020 they…

Mizuno JPX 921 irons-Hot Metal Pro Pair

What sets the new Mizuno JPX 921 irons apart?

By: 2020. 08. 13.

These days Mizuno is launching the new Mizuno JPX 921 irons, the ES21 wedges, and the JPX FLI-HI range of hybrids (to replace less predictable long and mid-irons). I am particularly curious about the new Mizuno JPX 921…

Golf GameBook Swing Card

What are the synergies between Golf GameBook & Swing Index?

By: 2020. 08. 12.

The coronavirus crisis that we are experiencing in 2020 is very likely to boost e-learning, on-demand services, and online coaching. In this real-time, on-demand world we now live in, where access to millions of services and experiences are just a few…

Saadiyat Beach Golf Club Abu Dhabi golf venues

How will Abu Dhabi golf venues get back into the swing?

By: 2020. 08. 11.

I can understand every golf club & resort around the world who are doing their best to mitigate and/or recover from the coronavirus caused damages and losses. See what happened to the tourism industry in the Middle East…

TaylorMade Golf P770 iron tech photo

TaylorMade Golf is expanding its series of P•700 irons with…

By: 2020. 08. 10.

TaylorMade Golf is launching on 14 August (Friday; pre-order) 4 new additions to its acclaimed P Series: P•7MB, P•7MC, and P•770 irons. Now I will focus only on the TaylorMade P•770 iron as it is probably the most…

Titleist Tour Speed golf ball on the tee

How fast can the new Titleist Tour Speed golf ball be?

By: 2020. 08. 07.

Do you remember when I wrote about the new Titleist EXP01 golf ball concept in November 2019? It was a prototype created during the development process for what has now become the Titleist Tour Speed golf ball. The new Titleist…

Red Hawk Golf and Resort

Will Troon Golf elevate Red Hawk Golf and Resort to a higher level?

By: 2020. 08. 06.

Troon Golf's latest "trophy" is Red Hawk Golf and Resort in Sparks, Nevada just outside of Reno. It is a semi-private facility. Through Red Hawk’s semi-private designation, the club is open to full golf members, daily-fee play, annual…

Srixon Soft Feel BRITE golf balls in brite orange color

The pros of the 2nd generation Srixon Soft Feel BRITE golf balls

By: 2020. 08. 05.

In the 1st generation Srixon Soft Feel BRITE golf balls (October 2019) there were 4 technology innovations: Matte Visual Performance: Enhanced visibility cover in three brite, matte color options.Energetic Gradient Growth Core: Provides a low spin, high-launch trajectory for more…

Synchronicity Product Image Small

Synchronicity becomes a wellbeing partner of Troon

By: 2020. 07. 30.

Would you believe that U.S. consumer sales of cannabidiol – usually abbreviated as CBD – will reach around 1.8 billion U.S. dollars by 2022? CBD is the most abundant cannabinoid found in hemp. I tell you, even more,…

BGL-Hoebridge-TrackMan Range technology

Why does TrackMan Range technology matters to Hoebridge & Redbourn?

By: 2020. 07. 29.

There are four main sports technology trends that have a significant impact on the golf industry in 2020: Smart equipment is gaining momentum (see PING's & Cobra Golf's cooperation with Arccos Golf) - golfers also want to track…

Sentosa Golf Club announces partnership with GEO Foundation

Sentosa Golf Club sets an example, in sustainability for Singapore

By: 2020. 07. 28.

I just read the Climate Action Tracker report on Singapore. There was nothing bright in it on Singapore. It says Singapore’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) emissions target is very weak compared to currently implemented policies. We rate Singapore’s NDC 2030…

Jerry Kilby golf industry consultant

Is the golf industry moving in the right direction?

By: Jerry Kilby CCM, Golf industry consultant, Kanda Golf 2020. 07. 27.

Last week I heard from Jerry Kilby CCM (former CEO of the Club Managers Association of Europe) that he is relaunching his own consultancy company, Kanda Golf. That's why I thought to ask him how he sees the…

Palheiro Golf in Palheiro Nature Estate in Funchal

We can safely enjoy the Palheiro Nature Estate in Madeira

By: 2020. 07. 24.

My golf holiday last year in Madeira was probably one of my best ones. The primary goal last year was to try out what it’s like to play golf at Palheiro Golf, a Cabell Robinson-designed 18-hole course. I…

The Manor House Hotel Grounds and Gardens

Would you consider The Manor House as golfers’ heaven?

By: 2020. 07. 21.

This morning I read on Gov.uk that because of the coronavirus crisis the Foreign & Commonwealth Office currently advises British nationals against all but essential international travel. Inbound & domestic tourism - UK VisitBritain & VisitEngland predict that…

Emporda Golf Resort Miguel Girbes

What changes are expected at the Emporda Golf Resort with the new leadership?

By: 2020. 07. 20.

You’ve probably heard that Miguel Girbes, a former golf director at Finca Cortesin, is continuing his career at the Emporda Golf Resort as a resort general manager. That’s why I thought I’d ask what his plans are and…

Is the new FootJoy Spring Summer 2021 collection sustainable?

By: 2020. 07. 16.

When we discuss the new FootJoy Spring-Summer 2021 Collection we cannot afford not to pass by the importance of sustainable fabrics. I know from my interview with Kristin Hinze, the Global Head of Merchandising at Puma Golf that…

Kulm Golf Kulm Hotel St Moritz 5

Precision is a must-have at the Kulm Hotel St. Moritz!

By: 2020. 07. 15.

When I am reading Kulm Hotel St. Moritz's ‘Golf Break’ package (starts from CHF 620 pp) the following ideas come to my mind regarding the future of luxury hotels after coronavirus: How can we maximize touchpoints, but still…