Every golfer dreams of playing on perfectly cut fairways, fresh green grass, on a clear sunny day, however when visiting the the Middle East you don’t have to dream, it’s just the norm.
Averaging less annual rainfall than the optimistic British summers, you can confidently book a trip to the Middle East without second guessing the phenomenal playing conditions, whilst getting a glimpse of what it’s like to play on European Tour golf courses.
The main golfing destinations include Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah, all within a driving distance of each other.
Within one and a half hours you can drive between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, so if you had in mind to play both at the Emirates Golf Club and Abu Dhabi Golf Club within one trip, it is more than feasible.
Boasting two European Tour golf courses, the quality of golf in Dubai is like no other, on top of guaranteed relentless sunshine. Dubai offers a diverse selection of attractions, including the enormous Dubai Mall and a relaxing Marina to enjoy an evening dinner by the yachts.
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The largest Emirate, also the capital of the UAE, Abu Dhabi delivers a fascinating mix of tradition and progression amongst three phenomenal championship golf courses. Abu Dhabi also knows how to host a world class event, with the Abu Dhabi Formula One, and the Abu Dhabi Golf Championships.
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Just an hour flight away from the ever growing golfing hotspot in Dubai, the Muscat area is proving that it can also produce world class golf courses in Oman, whilst also boasting the beautiful all year round weather.
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The most northern Emirate in the UAE, and is easily accessible being situated only 45 minutes from Dubai’s International Airport. Ras Al Khaimah is a historical delight with its traditional souks and bazaars, amongst other cultural attractions.
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Featuring on the European Tour for the Qatar Masters, Doha Golf Club and Education City Golf Club both offer Tour standard quality, whilst being located near the stunning Persian Gulf for an ideal beach and golf retreat.
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Ranked the number one golf course in the Middle East, Yas Links is an absolute masterpiece of a layout, producing some incredibly dramatic views along the Arabian Gulf.
Host to the Omega Dubai Desert Classic, attracting the world's biggest golf names, the Majlis is an absolute must with jaw-dropping backdrop views onto the city skyline.
Renowned for its iconic Falcon clubhouse sitting overlooking the course, The Abu Dhabi Golf Club boasts a European Tour standard course with night golf available too.