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According to a recent study published by IPK International, one of the world’s leading tourism consultancies and tourism research agencies, in 2022 the travel industry experienced a significant recovery. Worldwide, outbound trips increased substantially year on year, but without regaining 2019 levels. IPK’s World Travel Monitor stated that worldwide, outbound travel in 2022 rose by 90 percent year on year, equivalent to a global volume of almost 700 million trips in 2022. Compared to outbound travel before the pandemic in 2019, this …

BANGKOK, Thailand (November 15, 2022)— GOLFASIAN reaffirmed its post-pandemic resurgence by notching four awards at this year’s World Golf Awards, including the prized title of Asia’s Best Golf Tour Operator. Asia’s largest golf tour operator marks its 25th anniversary this year. And there was plenty for it to celebrate at the World Golf Awards ceremony, which was held yesterday in Abu Dhabi. As well as being named Asia’s Best Golf Tour Operator 2022, Golfasian was voted Best Inbound Golf Tour Operator 2022 for three destinations: …

Two new courses make event debut as tournament returns after three-year hiatus. DANANG, Vietnam (August 5, 2022) – DANANG returns to the spotlight as one of Asia’s top golf destinations when the AccorHotels Vietnam World Masters Golf Championship returns to Central Vietnam between 11-17 September. Pre-pandemic, the event established itself as an eagerly anticipated fixture in the annual golf calendar in Asia. And it returns bigger and better than before when it is staged for the first time since 2019. This year’s …

Hua Hin, Thailand, March 03, 2022: the Centara World Masters Golf Championship has officially been confirmed for 8-14 May, with the hugely popular event slotting into the 2022 golf calendar as the biggest and richest tournament for club golfers in all of Asia. In short time, the Centara World Masters has become one of Asia’s most anticipated golf events, and its 2022 return, following a two-year Covid-enforced hiatus, will doubtless be welcome news both in the region and around the …

Sentosa, Singapore, April 22: Asian Tour Destinations has welcomed two new partners to the fold with Golfasian and the Wall Street Journal+ (WSJ+) becoming part of the exclusive network of golf clubs, with direct ties to the Asian Tour. Golfasian is the leading golf tour operator in Southeast Asia, while WSJ+ a premium membership program exclusively for subscribers of The Wall Street Journal. They join at a time when Asian Tour Destinations currently boasts eight venues, representing the top-tier of …

Denmark (April 24, 2021) – GolfersGlobe, Denmark’s leading golf travel portal, announced the year 2021 “Race to Thailand” tournament series presented by GolfersGlobe. The tournament series will be held in conjunction with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Thai Airways, Golf Experten and ClassicGolf.  Golfasian, Thailand’s largest inbound golf tour operator, is pleased to be the event sponsor for the Thailand golf activities as well as the official travel partner working closely with ClassicGolf  bringing Danish golfers to Thailand, one …

This week had the pleasure of interviewing Andrew Knott at Bangkok’s Singha Elite Training Center.  Expecting a somewhat typical interview of a golf pro I allowed 20 – 30 minutes to get to know Andrew, learn about his training center and a little about his teaching philosophy. Two hours into our conversation I was pulled away by other responsibilities only to immediately call him back when I was free, locking my office door.  As a passionate golfer and someone who …

Bangkok, Thailand (January 12, 2021) – In 2021 Golfasian is excited to team up with Andrew Knott Director of Performance at Singha Elite Golf Performance Centre @ Thana City, to share an insight to different ways you can develop your golf game, experiencing those good shots on a more regular basis and turning that into lower scores, without always turning to ‘Golf Swing’ and uncomfortable changes. Mark Siegel, Managing Director of Golfasian said “I can vouch for Andrew’s knowledge and techniques …

Dubai, United Arab Emirates (November 4, 2020) – Asia’s largest and most significant golf tour operator, Golfasian (www.golfasian.com), has once again swept the board at the World Golf Awards, taking the lead with five honors at this year’s event. The Thailand-based firm, a market leader in golf tourism in Asia since its inception in 1997, is and continues to be globally the most awarded travel company. Golfasian was for the second time named World’s Best Golf Tour Operator and for …

Bangkok, Thailand 22 September 2020 – With an increase in domestic demand in Thailand, Golfasian, Asia’s largest golf tour operator, is launching a series of Thailand golf tournaments aimed at Thai and expat golfers. The golf tournaments which are aimed at amateur golfers are taking place in Hua Hin, Pattaya and Bangkok. “The events are a combination of great fun and light competition and include food and beverage, 19th hole celebration with exciting prizes for the winners and lucky draw with golf …

Bangkok, Thailand 22 September 2020 – Golfasian, Asia’s leading inbound golf tour operator has been SHA (Safety & Health Administration) accredited by the Tourism Authority of Thailand in September 2020. As Thailand is slowly preparing to re-open its borders for international golf travelers, an initiative by the Tourism Authority of Thailand is providing a selected number of tour operators and DMCs who underwent stringent safety & health checks with the SHA (Safety & Health Administration) accreditation. “Client safety and satisfaction …

Visiting golfers overcome COVID-19 concerns to savor quiet courses and perfect conditions. BANGKOK, Thailand (March 11, 2020) – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Asia’s largest golf tour operator Golfasian have joined forces to assure golfers that the Kingdom is still primed for play. What’s more, with weather conditions in Thailand clear and sunny on a daily basis, the country’s top layouts in peak condition, and tourist crowds thinned out, many golfers are discovering that there has rarely been …

BANGKOK, Thailand (January 21, 2019) – Most golfers hate to lose an expensive golf ball, but American Mark Siegel doesn’t mind, as he has a clever ulterior motive. Siegel is the CEO of Golfasian, one of the most established inbound golf tour operators in Asia. “About five years ago I had the idea of printing my own Titlist golf balls with the simple message. Reward Offered If you return this ball to www.golfasian.com”, said Siegel. Since then over five lucky …

BANGKOK, Thailand (October 29, 2019) – Asia’s leading golf tour operator, Golfasian, is proving the best can get even better as it bolsters a second consecutive quadruple success at the World Golf Awards with a host of new products and improvements. The Thailand-based firm, a market leader in golf tourism since launching in 1997, walked away from the awards ceremony, which was held this week in Abu Dhabi, with five World Golf Awards. In a mirror image of its showing …

BANGKOK, Thailand (October 03, 2019) – Golfasian, Asia’s largest golf tour operator, has established a historic partnership with Go Golfing. For the first time in its 22-year history, Golfasian will be offering fully escorted tours outside of Asia. Golfasian’s Director of Business Development, Pascal Orczech believes the Go Golfing partnership will open the world and create new experiences for its golf travelers. The new product offering will be branded under “Golfasian Discovery Tours” and focus on worldwide destinations with luxury …

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (September 20, 2019) – Golfers can now indulge in a golf holiday to Sri Lanka with Asia’s largest golf tour operator, Golfasian (www.golfasian.com). As part of an ongoing expansion and increasing requests from return customers, Golfasian is now offering Sri Lanka as an additional golf holiday destination to choose from in Asia. Sri Lanka, the pearl of the Indian ocean has just been named Number 1 in Travel + Leisure’s World’s ‘Best Islands in the World’. “No matter how …

DANANG, Vietnam (September 8, 2019) — AccorHotels, Golfasian & Go Golfing Travel announce the return of the AccorHotels Vietnam World Masters Golf Championship in Danang for the fifth consecutive year from 8 to 14 September 2019. The week-long tournament gives more than a hundred amateur golfers the opportunity to enjoy a game of golf, mingle at social events and experience the cultural charms of Danang, Hoi An, the ancient capital of Hue and a tour at the UNESCO World Heritage site My Son Sanctuary. …

Bangkok, Thailand, 6 August 2019 — Golfasian and Fore Management Group are delighted to announce the launch of the Asia Golf Championship, a series of four golf events that will be played throughout the year in South-East Asia at some of the most prestigious golf clubs in the region. The inaugural Asia Golf Championship will tee off 15-17 November 2019 in Siem Reap, Cambodia, at both Phokeethra Country Club and Angkor Golf Resort. Mark Siegel, Managing Director of Golfasian, commented, …

Hua Hin, Thailand, 9 June 2019 — More than 400 participants representing 22 countries have arrived in Thailand for the 2019 Centara World Masters Golf Championship, starting in Hua Hin today (Sunday). The sell-out event is a welcome boon to Thailand’s tourism with the tournament attracting big numbers from Australia, New Zealand and India. The event’s international appeal has brought golfers from Germany, the United States and United Kingdom. South East Asia is well represented with players from Vietnam, Philippines, Singapore …

Hua Hin, Thailand, 3 April 2019 — You’d be forgiven if you mistake this year’s Centara World Masters Golf Championship for a summit. Over 34 countries are now represented at the international event and that number is expected to edge closer to 40 come June. The sixth instalment of the Centara World Masters Golf Championship runs 9 to 15 June 2019. This week-long celebration of golf, entertainment and fun kicks-off with a glamorous dinner beachside at the iconic Centara Grand Beachfront Resort. …

BANGKOK, Thailand (November 3, 2018) – Asia’s largest golf tour operator, Golfasian, has once again swept the board at the World Golf Awards, scooping a quartet of honors at this year’s event. The Thailand-based firm, a market leader in golf tourism in Asia since its inception in 1997, has been a star performer at previous installments of the WGA. Last year, it took first prize in three categories at the prestigious event, held annually at the La Manga Club in …

Hua Hin, Thailand, 25 October 2018 — For the second year running, Hua Hin in Thailand has won the International Association of Golf Tour Operators Award for Golf Destination of the Year in Asia. The award carries enormous weight as it is voted for by specialist golf tour operators who are IAGTO members. Awards like these are well-deserved for the Tourism Authority of Thailand who have invested significantly to attract golf visitors to the Kingdom and inspired investment in golf …

Singapore, October 8 2018 — Underlining the increasingly key role played by golf course superintendents, course conditioning is the single most important factor in the decision-making process of golfing tourists. That is among the main findings from a survey jointly conducted by the Asian Golf Industry Federation (AGIF) and Golfasian, one of the region’s foremost golf tour operators. Based on the responses of more than 100 Golfasian clients who have taken golfing trips in the past three months, course design ranked second behind …

Highlighting Central Vietnam as a popular golfing and cultural destination DANANG, Vietnam (September 9, 2018) — AccorHotels, Golfasian & Go Golfing Travel announce the return of the AccorHotels Vietnam World Masters Golf Championship in Danang for the fourth consecutive year from 9 to 15 September 2018. The week-long tournament gives more than a hundred amateur golfers the opportunity to enjoy a game of golf, mingle at social events and experience the cultural charms of Danang, Hoi An, the ancient capital of …

BANGKOK, Thailand (August 6, 2018) — GOLFASIAN has made it easier for golfers to identify a dream playing vacation in Southeast Asia with its inaugural Asia Golf Guide. One of the world’s most enticing destinations for golf, Southeast Asia offers a wealth of outstanding layouts as well as sumptuous resorts, unforgettable landscapes and rich and varied culture. The handy new guide, which is available online, at tourism industry events and golf lounges offers a succinct overview of golfing possibilities in …

Hua Hin, Thailand, 22 June 2018 — Billed as the biggest and richest tournament for club golfers in all of Asia and again attracting 500 plus players from 27 countries, sharing in US$50,000 in prizes, the Centara World Masters Golf Championship has rightly earned this tagline. While the numbers are impressive, talking to the players you come to understand this event has a certain magic that makes it both unique and compelling. Maria Kohut from Melbourne Australia says this event …

Hua Hin, Thailand, 9 June 2018 — Don’t be surprised if you see an unusually high number of golf bags at Bangkok airport this weekend. Golfers from all over the world, almost 600 from 24 countries in fact, are converging on Hua Hin in Thailand for the biggest tournament for club golfers in all of Asia. The fifth installment of the Centara World Masters Golf Championship runs 10 to 15 June 2018. This week-long celebration of golf, entertainment and fun …

Chiang Mai, Thailand, 23 May 2018 — The Shangri-La Chiang Mai 2 Ball Golf Championship is a must play event for golfers wanting the best of everything. Golfers will experience Thailand’s rich culture, tantalising food, luxury spas and generous hospitality. Chiang Mai’s mountainous terrain and valleys has enabled renowned golf course designers to build breathtakingly beautiful golf resorts. Just as impressive as the courses is the pampering you get from the knowledgeable and well-trained caddies. The Shangri-La Chiang Mai Golf Championship is a …

Golfasian and Go Golfing, arguably the two biggest golf tour operators in the Asia Pacific region, today announced they will expand their event portfolio to six annual tournaments in Thailand and Vietnam. These events will attract more than 1,700 golfers for an average stay of 10 nights. Now, that’s big business in the world of golf tourism. These industry trendsetters are breaking new ground with the launch of a Golf Week exclusively for singles and solo travellers in Pattaya in …

Hua Hin, Thailand, 2 April 2018 — Hua Hin, Thailand’s best golf destination, is to host a new and exciting golf week for club golfers aged 35 and over. Following on from the success of the Centara World Masters Golf Championship which will be celebrating its 5th successful year in 2018, tournament organisers Go Golfing and Golfasian have combined to bring a second Amateur Golf Tournament to the region – The Amari Hua Hin Golf Week, October 21 -27 2018. Go Golfing’s, managing director, Peter …