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Welcome to the November 2022 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 fantastic upcoming tournament information are all parts of this newsletter.

Asia's high season is officially here. Daily afternoon showers give way to dryer weather, with temperatures in the 20's all across the region. November to March is the very best period climate-wise to golf in Asia, particularly Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia. The demand for golf tours and resort bookings for this high season is already robust. Thanks to all who plan to travel and have booked with Golfasian.

I am pleased to report that Bangkok has been voted the Best Leisure City in Asia-Pacific for the sixth consecutive time in the Business Traveller Asia-Pacific Awards 2022. Our clients' current favorite golf holiday destination reflects the breadth of golf available, the Thai capital's appeal, and how the city offers so much that's in line with what traveling golfers want.

Bangkok, with its fantastic golf courses, nightlife, and hotels, are like we want it; world-class, affordable, and safe. All golf courses are operating, and Bangkok is back to welcoming golfers worldwide. Please help me disseminate the message that Thailand continues to be a great golfing destination. This month's newsletter is devoted to Bangkok, so read on.

On the events side, one new tournament is coming up in December, and The Pullman Pattaya Invitational is our first-ever high-season event. After that, the Hua Hin Skins is first up for the 2023 tournament rotation. Every event allows traveling golfers to participate in professionally organized golf tournaments that challenge one's golf skills in a fun setting and provides excellent networking and new friendship-building opportunities. Check our Asian golf tournament calendar for the entire event schedule.

Complete full-service itineraries created for your specific travel preferences, expectations, group size, and budgetary requirements are our specialty. Please get in touch with us anytime for a competitive quote.

Until the next month, happy golfing, and I thank you for your support.

Mark Siegel, Managing Director

ASIA GOLF EVENT CALENDAR 2022/2023

Golfasian Major Events:
Pullman Pattaya Invitational Series 7 - 11 Dec. 2022, Pattaya, Thailand
Amari Skins Golf Week 19 - 24 Mar. 2023 Hua Hin, Thailand
Centara World Masters 11 - 17 Jun. 2023 Hua Hin, Thailand
AVANI Pattaya 2 Ball Golf Championship 18 - 24 Jun. 2023 Pattaya, Thailand
Pattaya Mens Open Golf Week 3 - 9 Sep. 2023 Pattaya, Thailand
Vietnam World Masters Golf Championship 10 - 16 Sep. 2023 Danang, Vietnam

Vietnam World Masters Golf Championship:
Sign up before 15 December 2022 and get
US$100 off the tournament package. Register now.

DESTINATION OF THE MONTH: BANGKOK
Bangkok is a city of immeasurable delights; beautiful temples and palaces, classical Thai dancing, kick boxing, boat rides, shopping bargains, restaurants and international world-class hotels, and an incomparable range of food and facilities. Of course a wide range of bars and discotheques of every description enliven the legendary night scene.

Whether you are traveling to Bangkok for leisure or business, a game of golf could be just the thing you need. You can play some of the world’s most distinguished courses. All top golf course designers are represented including Pete Dye, Nick Faldo, Jack Nicklaus, Greg Norman, Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, and Robert Trent Jones.

After golf relax in a luxurious hotel, enjoy an excellent Thai massage, dine at a fine restaurant, and enjoy an abundance of entertainment activities.

If you have not experienced golf in Thailand, then a Bangkok golf package is the place to start. The city is a good springboard to combine with tours and golf in other destinations. Nearby countries like Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia are only a short airplane from Bangkok: which facilitates any multi-country golf holiday.

To book your tailored travel package and find out more information, please email us.

COURSE OF THE MONTH: SIAM CC BANGKOK
Located 30 minutes south of Bangkok, Siam Country Club Bangkok is the 5th addition of the Siam Country Club. This Toby Cobb-designed championship 18-hole layout plays 7,250 yards and utilizes Zoysia grass for fairways and ultra-dwarf Bermuda grass for greens. The Bangkok layout is Cobb’s first solo project after working for Coore & Crenshaw and Tom Doak.

This Bangkok golf course is distinct from many in the nearby area. A good description is a hybrid course - sparsely treed parkland course on a links site. Fairways are generously wide with gentle with a rolling slope. At the same time, elevated and super-large greens feature catchment areas and nice bunker complexes—effective use of native red grass and mounding frame many holes. Off-fairway semi-rough is cut short and makes play enjoyable for all.

To book your tailored travel package and find out more information, please email us.

ACCOMMODATION OF THE MONTH:
Pullman Bangkok Grande Sukhumvit
The Pullman Bangkok Grande Sukhumvit location is in one of Bangkok’s prime areas, Sukhumvit Soi 21 and adjacent to subway and Skytrain stations. The 5-star golf-centric hotel features a large and airy atrium. Rooms are spacious and of contemporary Thai design which is ideal for golfers with extra luggage and special needs.

To book your tailored travel package and find out more information, please email us.

Booked on a Monday, teed-off on a Thursday Australians love their golf and Adrian W. could not get enough of golfing in Thailand, so on the spur of the moment, he returned after just four weeks for his second visit to Bangkok. Read on to find out why he did it.

COVID-19 SAFETY - SHA PLUS

Golfasian has been SHA + (Safety & Health Administration Plus) 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 Plus) accreditation.

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