Author Archives: Thailand Golf Holiday

Posted by - May 9, 2006

Bangkok’s Newest and Best Golf Course: Almost

Windsor Park Course D Yesterday I had a chance to play at Windsor Park and Golf Club. If you are not familiar with this course it is because it recently underwent a name change. The former name was Panya Park and it was one of the 5 Panya group courses in the mid-90’s. I believe it was sold another investor around 2000 during the troubled economic times here, but that is another story for another post. Up until now the course had been a very nice Bangkok style (i.e. flat and open) 27 holes, 3 ni...

Posted by - May 8, 2006

Great Golf in Thailand

When is the perfect time of year to play? I often get asked about the best time of year to play golf in Thailand so I thought to share my experience on this topic. Without doubt, the best time of year for golf is from November through January. This is the cool and dry season, with average temperatures only around 20 degrees centigrade. On the other hand, this is also the peak season for visiting tourists. As such, one should be prepared for busy golf courses and it is a must to plan your holiday...

Posted by - May 7, 2006

Thailand Golf Holiday: How to Arrange Your Own.

I often get asked how someone can arrange and go about taking a golf holiday in Thailand. While this is fairy obvious to those who live here in Thailand, it may not be so simple and can be quite intimidating to those who are not so frequently traveled and view Thailand as a destination halfway around the world (which it is!). Therefore, I though I would write this short guide covering the major aspects of a golf holiday in Thailand. For anyone considering arranging their own golf tour, then ther...

Posted by - May 5, 2006

Thailand Golf Blog Introduction

Sawasdee krap (Greetings) From Thailand! Since this is my first post, I thought to take this opportunity to introduce all readers to the Thailand Golf Blog. It is my intent to share my, and other peoples, valuable knowledge and expert information about playing golf and golf travel in Thailand. I will be writing on such topics as my day to day golf experiences, prior tours and travels I have made throughout Thailand, useful golf tips which have helped me improved my game and other related subjec...