Golf Christmas Gifts in Thailand: 3 Unique Suggestions
Christmas is fast approaching and, probably, like me if you are in Thailand, you are wondering what to buy your loved one, or ask your spouse to buy you!. Here are three unique golf gift ideas: 1. Pocketshots™ are a handy pocket-sized set of golf lessons that you can take with you when you practice […]
Royal Golf and Country Club, Bangkok
Golf courses around Bangkok are plentiful and Royal Golf and Country Club is one of my favorites. Located in Latkrabang – very near to the new airport it is now easily the most convenient golf course if you are flying into or departing Bangkok and want to get in a quick round.. Like just about […]
Snake Encounters While Golfing In Thailand
I was a little taken aback when an overseas guest from Texas asked if snakes were not a problem when golfing in Thailand. In my many years gracing the fairways here, I have had only two encounters with snakes. Once when my wild duck hook landed in a part of the golf course never previously […]
Golfing in Chiang Mai During Special Festivals of Northern Thailand
Chiang Mai is now one of the best cities to visit in Thailand for both golf and culture. There are now over 9 championship courses in the area to ensure balanced golf variety, scenic beauty, and challenge. In addition, the Northern Lanna, people of Chiang Mai love celebrations and holidays and Chiang Mai has more […]
The Royal Bangkok Sports Club: Part 2 of 2
My expatriate friend, referred to in yesterday’s posting has been a guest at The Royal Bangkok Sports Club (RBSC) on numerous occasions, playing rugby, soccer, cricket and, of course golf, there. Here he gives his insight into what it is like visiting the grand old club and playing golf there. Once having negotiated your way […]
The Royal Bangkok Sports Club: Part 1 of 2
To start off this posting, a Golf Trivia Question. This has some relevance to what follows, but if you cannot wait, you can find the answer at the end. What is the lowest recorded score for a regular sized course? Now, those of you who have travelled around Bangkok on the Skytrain – more properly […]
Thailand Top Shots: 5 Keys and 1 Drill To Avoid Topping the Ball
In Thailand golf and on holiday nothing is more embarrassing and frustrating than topping the ball on the golf course. This is a common fault of many golfers in Thailand on holiday as they may have not practiced nor played much during the winter months at home. If you top the ball or hit it […]
Golf Holiday in Phuket: Four Insider Tips
Here are four of my top tips to make your golfing holiday in Phuket more enjoyable: 1. Changing money: There are lots of banks and exchange booths both in Phuket Airport and in the main tourist areas such as Patong and Karon/Kata Beaches and Laguna Resort. They are all competitive and it is much better […]
Golf Professionals in Thailand: How to Find and Select One?
Yesterday, I discussed golf lesson options while on a vacation in Thailand. But how would you go about finding and selecting a suitable instructor so far away from home that will provide value to you during your Thailand visit? If you are interested in taking some lessons and instruction on your golf vacation, then read […]
Thailand Golf Lessons: Benefits of Combining Golf Instruction with a Thailand Golf Vacation
For many people visiting Thailand on a golf vacation, a very popular inclusion in their package are golf lessons. Whether you have aspirations to be as good as Tiger Woods, or just someone who enjoys a social game with friends, instruction from an expert PGA certified coach is a sure way to improve your game, […]