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Welcome to the November issue of the Asian Golf Insider, the source for news-breaking information about golf in Asia. Also, unique golf-playing tips for South East Asia's tropical environment, announcements of golf travel promotions, and our latest tournament offers are all parts of this newsletter.

The coronavirus still dominates the news, but there is light at the end of the tunnel as most countries make plans and announcements on border opening and international traveling restarting. Thailand is now open to 63 countries! Additional country specific information is below in its own section as usual.

Golfasian was recognized once again at the World Golf Awards in Dubai. A huge thank you goes out to all of you who voted for us for the following awards. Without your loyalty, we would not be here today.

Thank you very much, and I hope to see everyone soon in Southeast Asia as international golf travel resumes here. Until the next month, happy golfing!

Mark Siegel, Managing Director

THAILAND FULLY OPEN TO 63 COUNTRIES
Starting November 1, 2021, travelers have been allowed to enter Thailand without quarantine based on their vaccination status and their country of departure. Fully vaccinated travelers from Low-Risk Countries are allowed to enter Thailand without quarantine. Here are the requirements: Fully vaccinated for more than 14 days before traveling; Residing in the country of departure for at least 21 days; Must book a SHA+ Hotel for at least one night while waiting for the result of the RT PCR COVID test taken upon arrival; must possess COVID-19 Insurance. Please contact us today to start planning your next golf holiday.

AMARI HUA HIN SKINS GOLF WEEK - MARCH '22
Join us for an exciting golf tournament in a fun format, the Amari Hua Hin Skins Golf Week during 19-24 March, 2022. But be quick, there is a 15% discount on offer to welcome golfers back and we expect spots to be sold out quicker than a new iPhone release. You may not have the best score for the week but you could still win the most prizes! More information & registration here.

TOURNAMENT RECAP - AMATA SPRING
On what was a glorious sunny day at Amata Spring Country Club, we welcomed over 100 golfers to the FORE Invitational held on October 26th. The course was in pristine condition and golfers were treat to a delicious meal and drinks at Luna Bianca restaurant after their round which overlooks the stunning signature 17th hole with its island green. The livescoring throughout the round certainly made it interesting as the lead changed hands on multiple occasions. The system 36 format competition also meant that this was really anyone’s to win and proved extremely popular.

A big thank you to all those who participated and a special congratulations to the winners!

Competition Results:
Format: System 36
Winner: Sunshine Warne (40 points)
2nd: Andrew Rowley-Bates (39 points)
3rd: Theerapop Luanseng (39 points)
Click here for full event results

View our full domestic and international golf event calendar here.

ASIA GOLF EVENT CALENDAR 2021/22

Golfasian Domestic Events:
FORE Invitational at Alpine Golf Club Bangkok 30 Nov. 2021 Bangkok, Thailand
FORE Invitational at Amata Springs 9 Nov. 2021, Bangkok, Thailand

Golfasian Major Events:
Amari Hua Hin Skins Golf Week 2022 1 19 – 24 Mar. 2022 Hua Hin, Thailand
Centara World Masters 2022 8 – 14 May., 2022 Hua Hin, Thailand
AVANI Pattaya 2 Ball Golf Championship 2022 15 – 21 May., 2022 Pattaya, Thailand
Mercure Pattaya Men’s Open Golf Week 2022 4 – 10 Sep., 2022 Pattaya, Thailand
AccorHotels Vietnam World Masters 2022 11 – 17 Sep., 2022 Danang, Vietnam

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SOUTHEAST ASIA TRAVEL UPDATES

Thailand

Starting November 1, 2021, travelers have been allowed to enter Thailand without quarantine based on their vaccination status and their country of departure. Fully vaccinated travelers from Low-Risk Countries are allowed to enter Thailand without quarantine. Here are the requirements: Fully vaccinated for more than 14 days before traveling; Residing in the country of departure for at least 21 days; Must book a SHA+ Hotel for at least one night while waiting for the result of the RT PCR COVID test taken upon arrival; must possess COVID-19 Insurance

Vietnam

Vietnam has suspended the entry of all foreigners since March 22, 2020, until further notice to limit the spread of COVID-19. The measure does not apply to diplomats, officials, foreign investors, experts, and skilled workers. Whilst Veitnam continues to remain closed for tourism the initial plan to open Phu Quoc has also been delayed until the inoculation rates have increased to the desired target. Whilst internal restrictions are easing this is all a plan to monitor the next domestic stages in preparation to open to tourism.

Malaysia

Fully vaccinated travellers entering Malaysia are now allowed to undergo a reduced quarantine period of seven days. A negative COVID-19 test is required for all countries and quarantine depends on the country of departure ranging from 7-10 days.

Indonesia

Effective October 14, 2021, the Indonesian government has re-opened Indonesia for tourists. Only citizens of 19 countries are able to enter Indonesia on tourist/limited stay visas, including but not limited to New Zealand, India, Japan, South Korea, Sweden and Norway.

COVID-19 SAFETY - SHA

Golfasian has been SHA (Safety & Health Administration) accredited by the Tourism Authority of Thailand. As Thailand is slowly preparing to re-open its borders for international golf travelers, an initiative by the Tourism Authority of Thailand has provided a selected number of tour operators and DMCs who underwent stringent safety & health checks with the SHA (Safety & Health Administration) accreditation.

Talk With Golfasian

You can now speak directly by phone to one of our Travel Consultants. Click "Talk With Golfasian" on www.golfasian.com. We are here to help you with your golf holiday plans.

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