Aroeira has long been considered among the jewels of golf in Portugal, and the iconic Lisbon venue is embarking on a significant rebrand after been given the new identity of PGA Aroeira Lisboa. read more ...

Not many golfers from the UK venture to South West France, but Golfshake's Travel Editor Andy Waple explains why you should, following his break to the region, where he visited some fine cities, notably Biarritz and Bayonne, and smart towns such as Hosseger, and played three superb golf courses. read more ...

Spain has long been a huge draw with golfers from across Europe and beyond - there are around 400 courses to choose from - with the climate, accessibility and quality of its layouts being attractive to those who want to play immaculately conditioned designs in superb weather. But what are the best regions in the country to experience? read more ...

Mauritius is a true paradise, renowned for its tropical climate, spectacular landscapes, tranquil beaches, beautiful lagoons, and, increasingly, its stunning golf courses. Should you wish to discover it all for yourself, our travel partners Golfbreaks have recommended Trou aux Biches Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa as the perfect starting point. read more ...

If jaw-dropping scenery, excellent accommodation, wonderful locally-sourced food and superb golf facilities are your thing you should be checking out Cowdray Golf Club. Golfshake's Derek Clements reviews the venue for us. read more ...

Rockliffe Hall is a five star luxury retreat featuring a historic hotel, spa, three restaurants and a Championship golf course. The course is playing host to events of increasing significance as a result of its high quality design and immaculate presentation. Golfshake sent Ambassador Rob Treanor on a short break to discover this gem of the North East. read more ...

Heacham Manor near Hunstanton in Norfolk has recently opened an incredible new multi-storey clubhouse called The Pavilion. Golfshake dispatched Ambassador Rob Treanor to discover whether this was now the perfect venue for a golf break on the North Norfolk Coast. read more ...

We hate to admit it, but winter is creeping towards us, but that doesn't mean your golf season has to end! Our travel partners Golfbreaks have picked out a range of venues across the UK that you can play at this time of year, with exclusive savings being available to offer you tremendous value for money. read more ...

Finca Cortesin hosted last year's dramatic Solheim Cup, and courtesy of a new documentary film, you can see the detail, care and hard work that went into staging this massive event. read more ...

It has now been confirmed that the second championship links golf course at Trump International Scotland, located in Aberdeenshire, is set to open during the summer of 2025. read more ...

The Ailsa Course at Turnberry is on the bucket lists of many a golfer, and the next few weeks represent your last chance to play this incredible layout before it undergoes a significant £1million refurbishment. read more ...

The best golf courses are always looking for ways to improve themselves, and it's not something that goes unnoticed by visitors when they reflect on their experiences at the venue. Here are a selection of golf courses that should now be on your list to play! read more ...

During a recent visit to Durham, Golfshake Ambassador Andy Picken played Bishop Auckland Golf Club, which features a unique and distinctive layout. You can see his detailed thoughts by reading this new review. read more ...

Brancepeth Castle Golf Club was designed by the world-renowned golf course architect Harry Colt in 1924 - and Golfshake Ambassador Andy Picken was excited to play it. This is what he thought. read more ...

You will likely be familiar with the spectacular Crans-sur-Sierre golf course situated in the Swiss Alps, but how much do you know about the town itself, Crans Montana? Following a recent visit, Golfshake Ambassador Matt Holbrook describes everything you need to know. read more ...

The Open de Espana is one of the most historic tournaments in the game, having been established back in 1912. But have you played any of the layouts on which the event has been staged? We've counted 28 venues during its long history, many of which are among the most celebrated golf courses to be found in Spain. read more ...

How much time have you spent in Scotland? Golfshake's Derek Clements has recently fallen back in the love with the nation of his birth, returning to experience Rosneath Castle Park in the west of the country, which could be an unlikely base for golf and more. read more ...

Golfshake's Derek Clements has played golf everywhere, but it's Carden Park near Chester that recently blew him away. Derek provides a detailed review of the venue, describing the facilities, courses and service that you could enjoy there. read more ...

Many golfers get a thrill from playing a course that has staged a professional tournament, and for those of you who love taking on that challenge, there is no shortage of options in the UK & Ireland. Have you played many golf courses that have hosted events on the European Tour? read more ...

Has Heacham Manor become the best destination for a golf break in Norfolk? We dispatched Golfshake Ambassador Rob Treanor to experience the venue for himself to discover the answer to that very question. read more ...

We have recently seen courses like The Hirsel and Torrance Park close their doors, but Perthshire's Murrayshall Country Estate is bucking the trend in Scotland, having reported a 16% increase in new members this year and a rise in the number of rounds played. read more ...

Wentworth is synonymous with European Tour golf, but what is it like to play this highly exclusive venue as a visitor? We have received several reviews during the past few years from lucky members of the Golfshake Community who have experienced the place. These fortunate people describe it all for us. read more ...

As golfers, we all love to rank courses, listing our favourites in a particular order, while many of us also keep a note of the places that we most want to play. Being a little different, at Golfshake, we leave all of that up to you, the keen golfers who submit thousands of reviews each year to our popular Course Section. read more ...

Irish golf writer, photographer and blogger, Kevin Markham wrote this review of Royal County Down on Golfshake in November 2013, which we are republishing now to coincide with the Irish Open in 2024. This will give you an insight into a golf course that many believe is the finest in the world.  read more ...

The Algarve is a magnet for golfers from across Europe and beyond, but where should you start? Tivoli Marina Vilamoura overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and offers genuine, five-star luxury and our travel partners Golfbreaks recommend it to be the perfect base for a golf holiday in southern Portugal. read more ...

Northern Ireland is home to some of the finest golf courses that you will find on these islands. There is no doubt that there is a stunning collection of gems to be played here, and there is an attractive sense of variety too, whether you experience those famed links or the scenic parklands of Belfast and its surrounding counties. read more ...

Norway's Lofoten Links has developed quite a reputation for itself - with its unique location and dramatic scenery captivating golfers around the world, and that status will be further enhanced now that the Cabot Collection, renowned for its portfolio of luxury resort and residential golf destinations, has announced a strategic investment in the venue. read more ...

The superb Lakes course at INFINITUM in Spain has now reopened following the completion of an exciting €800,000 renovation project, which has taken this acclaimed layout to another level ahead of it once again hosting the DP World Tour’s Qualifying School Final Stage in November. read more ...

What is the best golf course on the planet? For many, Royal County Down, host of the 2024 Irish Open, is the answer, but that question might just be impossible to answer definitively. read more ...

Plan for 2025 with the Golfbreaks Early Birdie Giveaway.  With huge discounts, exclusive added extras and more destinations to choose from than ever before, now it the perfect time to book your next golf break. read more ...

We absolutely love nine-hole golf courses - they are fun, accessible, varied, and are quite often located amid truly spectacular surroundings. Here are some nine-holers that you simply have to play! read more ...

Former Ryder Cup player, Peter Dawson, who represented Great Britain & Ireland in 1977, continues his series of reviewing golf courses for Golfshake, this time visiting Hayling Golf Club. read more ...

If you haven't heard of Robinson Quinta da Ria, then you are definitely missing out, as this should be a place at the forefront of your mind when planning a golf break to the Algarve. read more ...

Do you run a golf society? Are you part of a golf society? You may already be planning where to stop next season, but if you want to find an additional element of variety, why not visit somewhere new in 2025? read more ...

A jewel in the Caribbean, the Dominican Republic has become a hugely popular holiday destination, drawing in thousands of people each year worldwide, many of whom are there to play some of the 26 golf courses that you will find here. Following his visit to the country in May 2024, Golfshake's Travel Editor Andy Waple describes some of the best. read more ...

Occupying 15,000 acres of prime land near the airport, the upscale gated beachside residential and holiday venue of Puntacana Resort & Club has absolutely everything a visitor could ask for. Here are some of the essential reasons to experience this fantastic destination in the Domincan Republic. read more ...

The tropical haven of the Dominican Republic has been luring tourists seeking fabulous beaches, a relaxed vibe and great resorts since the 1930s. Golf is of huge importance and the Dominican Republic now boasts 26 courses, most of them featuring awesome Caribbean backdrops. Golfshake's Travel Editor Andy Waple describes them for us. read more ...

The beauty of golf is best expressed through the variety of landscapes that we play the game on - and nine-hole courses are often the finest examples of that wonderful diversity. You may not be familiar with some of these places, but we reckon there is a good chance that you will have experienced a few of them. read more ...

Having just one special golf course makes a venue worth visiting, but possessing two tremendous layouts on-site is something that can take a club or resort to another level entirely. read more ...

Have you been on a golf break this year? If you haven't, then now is your opportunity, and if you have, then why not try to squeeze in another one?! We have taken a look through the many venues and destinations available from our travel partners Golfbreaks, who have revealed a range of packages that you can enjoy during the next six weeks. read more ...

The prospect of winter doesn't have to be terrifying, as you could extend your season and escape for some sunshine and warmth by embarking on a winter golf holiday. We take a look at some of the best places that you could visit this winter - and describe what magic you can expect from them! read more ...

Like any other business, golf clubs should always be seeking to improve themselves and the quality of service they offer to both members and visitors, but how do we know which places have made a positive difference? Comparing the average ratings that were posted in 2021 with those that were entered in 2023, we have been able to see which courses in England have improved the most in the eyes of keen golfers. read more ...

Former Ryder Cup player, Peter Dawson, who represented Great Britain & Ireland in 1977, continues his series of reviewing golf courses for Golfshake, this time visiting The Minchinhampton Old Course in the Cotswolds. read more ...

Former Ryder Cup player, Peter Dawson, who represented Great Britain & Ireland in 1977, continues his series of reviewing golf courses for Golfshake, this time visiting Leckford Golf Course in Hampshire. read more ...

Portugal is one of the most popular golf destinations on the planet - and for very good reason - but have you considered combining both the Algarve and the capital city of Lisbon? read more ...