“…….I have travelled to over 20 countries both playing and coaching, when I discovered the Belek and Kadriye area in Turkey I found the best collection of golf courses in the world that I have seen in one region. The many more fantastic golf courses planned in the coming years have made it a very easy decision to make the area my home for myself and family and take advantage of the great investment opportunity buying properties from the Diamond Homes extensive portfolio…….”

Ryan Parfett - Professional Golfer
WGTF Master Diploma Coach
World Top 60 Coach - Golf Teaching Pro Magazine
Local Resident since 2004

For Ryan’s run down of the local courses and how they play read on……..

The National Golf Club has pedigree and rightly so, designed by David Feherty & David Jones it was opened in 1994 it was the first in the area and held the PGA European Turkish Seniors Tour Open in 1996 & 1997 and went on to be declared No.42 in the Golf World Rankings in 2000 & No.39 in 2001. Thought of by most as the most picturesque and also the most challenging a must on your selection and do not miss the opportunity of a post round drink on the terrace while enjoying the stunning view of the 18th. If think your golf may not be up to the challenge of the Championship Course play the 9 hole Executive Course which at par 29 and 1547 meters a gentle level course for any level.

CONTACT DETAILS FOR NATIONAL GOLF CLUB:
Web: http://www.nationalturkey.com
Tel: 0090 (0) 242 725 620
Fax: 0090 (0) 242 7254623

The Antalya Club has two courses opened in 2003 and have quickly matured into top quality courses in great condition and also is designed with superb practice facilities, The Sultan course for a challenge has already played host to a few professional events and has the ability to sort the men out for the boys. The Pasha is equally well designed but with nearly 700 meters shorter distance plays a little easier, both courses are nothing less than spectacular.

CONTACT DETAILS FOR ANTALYA GOLF CLUB:
Web: http://www.antalyagolfclub.com.tr
Tel: 0090 (0) 242 7255970
Fax: 0090 (0) 242 725 5971

The Gloria is the course with the most water hazards which also makes for some beautiful looking golf holes, the overhead view of the course showing the huge lakes with the fountains is one of the most used pictures of the area due to the fantastic looking piece of land cut from the forest edging the golden sands of the Belek Beach areas. This course is a very popular choice, so advisable to book early or at least check availability. For those without time for eighteen or a little scared of loosing too many balls in the water, the Gloria has a 9 hole course to suit. The second 18 hole championship course is due to be opened very soon so please check for further details.

CONTACT DETAILS FOR GLORIA GOLF RESORT:
Web: http://.www.gloria.com.tr
Tel: 0090 (0) 242 7100600
Fax: 0090 (0)242 715 1525

The Tat Beach Golf Club has 3 nines to choose from or why not play all 3! All equally as good, some holes by the beach, some in to the forest, some by the river and others offering spectacular views of the mountains a perfect blend of scenery and golf course for that ‘Good walk spoiled’ as P.G. Wodehouse would say. Recommended is to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the outside restaurant after your game.

CONTACT DETAILS FOR TAT GOLF BELEK:
Web: http://www.tatgolf.com.tr
Tel: 0090 (0) 242 7255303
Fax: 0090 (0) 242 7254129

The Robinson Nobilis Golf Club is a course rivalling all in condition and design, although one of the easier of the championship courses it is still not to be underestimated by any level of golfer. The course has a excellent blend of woodland, undulating fairways and water including some holes running along side a river which can be incredibly lively in spring due to the melting snow on the mountain peaks in the distance.

CONTACT DETAILS FOR NOBILIS GOLF CLUB:
Web: http://www.nobilis.com.tr

Which ever courses you decide to play in the area you won’t be disappointed. If you wish to play in the peak times of the year you will have to book and the price varies considerably at some courses from peak and off-peak times. Please be aware due to the summer temperatures and the mild winters the summer if off-peak and late September to November and February to May is Peak time.

Ryan Parfett - Professional Golfer
WGTF Master Diploma Coach
World Top 60 Coach - Golf Teaching Pro Magazine

<< BACK