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Overview of Golf in Thailand

Even though Thais have been playing golf in their own country since the reign of King Rama V one hundred years ago, it has only been very recently that Thailand has sprung into life as a golfing destination. And if the popularity of playing golf in Thailand continues to accelerate at the rate it has been, then the Kingdom may well soon claim the title of Asia's Prime Golfing Destination.

So, what have been the major factors behind Thailand‘s extra-ordinary golfing success? Thailand now boasts a phenomenal 200 plus courses of which many have been designed by golfing legends such as Gary Player, Greg Norman, Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Nick Faldo and Seve Ballesteros. Out of all these courses, 65 have been categorized as out-standing while another 25- 30 have been recognized as world-class. Some have won top international awards and been the venue for many of Asia's hottest golf tournaments including the Johnnie Walker Classic and Volvo Master‘s Asia; tournaments which have attracted some of the biggest names in the golfing world such as Tiger Woods.

Most of these top-quality courses are located at some of the most popular, exciting tourist destinations in the whole of Asia let alone Thailand. They include the vibrant and exciting city of Bangkok and its surrounding areas, the idyllic and serene islands of Phuket and Koh Samui, the nostalgic and enchanting Hua Hin, the exhilarating and racy seaside resort of Pattaya and the charming and cultural 'Rose of the North’, Chiang Mai.

The diversity of Thailand’s golfing destinations offers the visitor fittingly wondrous weather, virtually all year-round. Golfers can simply take their pick from the hot and humid central plains, to sun-baked breezy coastal areas or the cool misty north. Wherever the golfer chooses, he can also be rest-assured that he will be enjoying breath-taking scenery in exotic and tropical surroundings.

Accommodation and golfing facilities in Thailand are absolutely top-notch, and the likes of five-star suites can be relished at a fraction of the cost back home. Golfers can be also thrilled at the prospect of being pampered day-in day-out by highly service-minded staff who have been trained to take care of every need and whim. Visitors will soon be realizing why Thailand is renowned for its friendly people and been nicknamed the Land of Smiles.

Not only will golfers in Thailand be able to enjoy the highest world class standards in luxurious locations at the lowest rates possible, they will also be able to soak in the beauty and charm of Thailand’s unique culture. A culture which prides itself in ancient classical arts such as Thai dancing, Thai music and Thai boxing - must-sees for any visitor to the Kingdom. Thailand is also famed for its Buddhist teachings and so the country is abound in beautifully divine temples where visitors can admire the daily routine of the revered monks.Finally, a trip of any sort to Thailand would not be complete without sampling the internationally renowned local cuisine which excites taste-buds like never before. Specialties which include: the world-famous Tom Yum Kung (spicy sour shrimp soup), Pat Thai (Thai-style fried noodles) and Kaeng Kheow Wan (sweet green curry). And finally, for those who fancy a drink, whether it be a fruit juice or a bottle of beer - well, they will certainly not be disappointed by the mouth-watering variety available.

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