Kathy Synnott

Jan 17, 2025 | destinationgolf.travel | Kathy Synnott

Editor, Kevin MarkhamOpened in 2008, Concra Wood is one of Ireland’s youngest and highest quality parkland courses… there would be few who could dispute that it also has the most beautiful setting of any inland course. Set on the shores of Lough Muckno, holes and water are deeply entwined, rarely apart for long and sublime when their embrace tightens. On three occasions you could find yourself hitting over the lough’s waters.

Jan 16, 2025 | destinationgolf.travel | Kathy Synnott

Editor, Kevin Markham The stunning setting of Donegal Golf Club (aka Murvagh) is part of this wonderful links golf experience… as is the long, isolated drive to reach the course. ‘Long’ and ‘isolated’ also aptly describe the course. The club is tucked away from prying eyes (barely a house to be seen on the surrounding hills and Blue Stack Mountains) and such remoteness is enchanting. As for length, Donegal is renowned for it.

Jan 15, 2025 | destinationgolf.travel | Kathy Synnott

Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort, a luxurious five-star country estate hotel located just 10 miles from the heart of Glasgow. Set within 240 acres of ancient woodland overlooking the River Clyde, Mar Hall is one of the UK’s most iconic heritage hotels. It features an 18-hole championship golf course, elegant private event spaces, a state-of-the-art spa, and a 20-meter swimming pool.

Jan 15, 2025 | destinationgolf.travel | Kathy Synnott

Editor, Kevin Markham As swashbuckling parklands go, few can match PGA National Slieve Russell as it flashes over a Co. Cavan countryside of rolling hills and lakes. This is one of Ireland’s top championship parklands and it has the languid pace and acres of space whichmake inland golf so very embracing. As part of a resort, with a well known four star hotel, visitors will enjoy superb facilities and a warm welcome. The prize, though, is the par 72, 6,500 yard course (middle tees).

Jan 15, 2025 | destinationgolf.travel | Kathy Synnott

Langkawi, Malaysia (Jan ’25): The Els Club Teluk Datai has become the first golf course in Malaysia to be awarded GEO Certification, the globally recognised accolade which highlights a club’s dedication to environmental stewardship, resource efficiency, and community engagement. The GEO Certification process assessed The Els Club Teluk Datai on comprehensive sustainability criteria, focusing on its impact on bio-diversity, resource conservation and community involvement.