TopGolf continues its expansion, and does not forget continental Europe. With a resort open much later than it should have due to COVID, TopGolf Oberhausen promises on paper. Is it accessible? Will it be as good as the one visited in the United States? It’s time to take stock and …
Read More »Banshutoyo Golf Club: A View at Every Shot
Located not far from Himeji in Japan, the Banshutoyo Golf Club offers a unique setting with high-end services. This 18-hole course spreads points of view at each shot. A real treat for the visitor, especially if he takes the caddy option for his group. For my first golf experience in …
Read More »Keihan Golf Club: the links course along the river
Because a colleague’s father owns a golf course in Osaka, I find myself at the Keihan Golf Club, a links course along the Yodo River. A historic facility that allows local players to practice on a narrow, windy and flat 18-hole course; a topography rarely encountered in the land of …
Read More »Topgolf USA: I tested it !
In December, I was able to try out one of the Topgolf resorts in the United States. A gigantic structure, full service, a crazy atmosphere but also, as one can imagine, a real golfers factory. Review of this machine which is gradually conquering Europe and which is on the verge …
Read More »My personal golf courses guide around Amsterdam
Amsterdam is famous for many things other than its golf courses. To the chagrin of the Batavian capital. However, situated at 3 hours by train from Paris, the traveling golfer for a weekend has a lot to play with. With a few years to explore the flat lands, I will …
Read More »Why Golf Architects are in favor of less hitting distance?
In a recent survey by the European Institute of Golf Course Architects (EIGCA), its members confirm that action is needed to reduce hitting distance in golf. Un autre pavé dans la mare, en plus du projet Distance Insights conduit par le Royal & Ancient (R&A) et la United States Golf …
Read More »Château de Chailly, the 18-fortress golf course
If you are driving on the A6 in the direction of Lyon, you can only notice the Château de Chailly before arriving in Dijon. This 5-star hotel, unbleached white with a red roof, houses an 18-hole course where each green is a real fortress. Recently rearranged, I played this golf …
Read More »VLOG: a course is out of business? Let’s play it !
When Johnny from Urban Golf Unit tells me: “The course of Naarderbos (Netherlands) is closed, do you want to play it?”, it intrigued me. How to access the course if it is closed? In what state are we going to find him? All these questions must be answered in video. …
Read More »A french golf course among the 30 most beautiful courses on Earth
After reviewing several hundred courses, a travel agency specializing in golf, elected this year, a French golf course as the most beautiful courses in the world. Specialized golf travel agencies or tour operators use them for promotional purposes for golfers and for other golf courses. Go and find out why …
Read More »Golf Escape to Verona: I played the Villafranca course
When you think of playing golf in Italy, Verona is not the region that comes to mind. Taking advantage of a weekend, I decide to carry my clubs before jumping in a plane to Italy. Small town between Milan and Capri, it is known for its lovers; Romeo and Juliet. …
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