European Tour Properties venues have claimed six of the Top 10 rankings in the latest Top 100 Golf Resorts Continental Europe 2018 ranking released by Golf World (UK) magazine.
With a total of 12 venues across the Top 100, the European Tour Properties network of world class golf venues has made a strong impression across the continent, demonstrating the calibre of the destinations in its portfolio and further establishing the brand as a stamp of excellence, on and off the fairways.
The No. 1 and No. 2 spots were secured respectively by European Tour Destinations Terre Blanche, situated in the hills of Provence close to the French Riviera, and PGA Catalunya Resort, home to Spain’s no.1 course, located in north-eastern region of Spain’s Costa Brava.
Other European Tour Properties that ranked in the Top 10 are Quinta do Lago, Portugal (5th), Verdura Resort, Italy (6th), Finca Cortesin, Spain (8th), and Maxx Royal Golf & Spa, Turkey (10th).
On the eve of The 2018 Ryder Cup, host venue Le Golf National, France, enjoys a rise of eight places to No. 15.
Iain McInally, Director of Operations, European Tour Properties, said: “Our network features some of the most prestigious golf and lifestyle resorts in Europe, the Middle East and Asia, and this ranking underlines our position as the world’s premier golf and real estate brand.”
He added: “It also affirms that golf travellers worldwide can put their trust in our brand when booking a golf break, able to rest assured that any venue in the European Tour Properties network will deliver first-class facilities and tournament-quality golf.”
Also featuring in the Top 100 from European Tour Properties were Lighthouse Golf Resort & Spa, Bulgaria (52), Linna Golf, Finland (67), Diamond Country Club, Austria (88), and Villaverde Hotel & Resort, Italy (95).
Regarded as the authority on European golf courses and resorts, Golf World compiled a panel of 18 industry experts to review and judge resorts from across the Continent.
The categories taken into account included: The Golf Course(s), The Resort Experience, Location, Practice Facilities, and Amenities.
To find out more about European Tour Properties, visit www.europeantourproperties.com
To book a golf break to venues within the European Tour Properties network, visit The European Tour Travel Club website: www.europeantourtravelclub.com
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Picture caption #1: Terre Blanche, Continental Europe’s No.1 Golf Resort (Golf World, 2018 ranking), situated in the hills of Provence close to the French Riviera.
Picture caption #2: PGA Catalunya Resort, home to Spain’s no.1 course and Continental Europe’s No.2 Golf Resort (Golf World, 2018 ranking), located in north-eastern region of Spain’s Costa Brava.
Picture caption #3: The 2018 Ryder Cup, host venue Le Golf National, France, claims No.15 of Continental Europe’s Top 100 Golf Resort (Golf World, 2018 ranking)
About European Tour Properties
European Tour Properties is a network of world-class golf venues which all have a close association with The European Tour, one of the game’s foremost organisations. European Tour Destinations all have the stamp of tournament quality and present a level of on and off-course facilities guaranteed to provide a memorable golfing experience for all members and visitors. With facilities located throughout Europe and beyond, many close by to famous cities and cultural experiences, our partner venues offer a range of attractive golf, leisure and accommodation options for visitors, guests and groups. Many also showcase elegant and secluded real-estate opportunities, with bespoke options available.
About The European Tour
The European Tour is committed to celebrating the game of golf from the origins of the professional game, building a proud history of achievement, sportsmanship and integrity as well as showcasing our diverse global talent and rich landscapes. The European Tour's innovative approach enables us to embrace the world, combining championships of tradition with new tournaments in the cities and countries of the future. The European Tour International Schedule, which from 2009 has incorporated The Race to Dubai, is a thriving global brand which, in 2016, features a minimum of 45 tournaments spread across four continents; the European Challenge Tour focuses on the players of the future, while the European Senior Tour provides a new start for champions celebrating their 50th birthday. The European Tour’s corporate identity features the iconic silhouette image of six-time Open Champion Harry Vardon who gives his name to The Harry Vardon Trophy, presented to the player who is crowned European Tour Number One and winner of The Race to Dubai at the end of the season.