Golf Holiday Sales up 9% worldwide
Global golf holiday sales were up 9.3% in 2012 from the previous year, according to a brand new report from the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO). The 2013 IAGTO Annual Golf Tourism Report is the largest and most comprehensive international golf survey ever undertaken. The report’s findings come from data provided by 48% [...]
Love it or hate it, TripAdvisor is damn big these days | Tnooz
We reported earlier on the latest research surrounding what are the top “deal breakers” for golfers when it comes to booking golf holidays and golf resort breaks. Turns out social media isn’t that big, it comes way down the list after what your friends say! Wait a minute though – there is one kind of [...]
Golf travel industry bouncing back says KPMG
Despite news that Britain has slipped back into recession and the Dutch government has collapsed amid financial crisis, golfers have reason to remain upbeat. According to a new survey from global financial services company KPMG, golf tourism is on the increase and bouncing back from economic downturn. Bookings up say Tour Operators The Golf Travel [...]
Deals of the Week – April 2, 2012
If The Masters has you in the mood to play some big name golf courses that have hosted professional golf tournaments, Global Golfer has sourced a series of deals that could you see you playing Ryder Cup and European Tour golf venues in 2012. Celtic Manor, Wales Celtic Manor, 1 night, 2 rounds of golf [...]
“You always come back to what you love”
Welcome, I’m bursting with excitement writing my first blog as the Editor of Global Golfer, a brand new internet golf travel magazine I had an idea seven years ago. I would publish a golf magazine on the internet for people who shared a passion for travelling the world and playing golf. Writing prose that captures [...]