160910 - Golf in China - by Diethelm Golf

China

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China

China Everyone is aware of the speed with which this country has developed and the golf industry has been expanding at the same blistering pace with more than 200 courses opened in the past twenty years. Most of the world’s leading players and course designers have put their name to at least one course and with the funds available to them have built some amazing courses.

China has a huge and growing middle class and for them golf is a real status symbol. It will not be long before we see Chinese players starting to dominate the world of professional golf. To compliment this array of superb courses there is the amazing history and culture of China which makes a golfing holiday to this part of the world truly memorable.

Beijing

Beijing China’s amazing capital city is an obvious place to begin your golfing journey through China because not only will you find a varied collection of more than 20 golf courses but it is also home to some of China’s most spectacular historic sites including the Great Wall, the Ming Tombs, the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, the Temple of Heaven and Tian An Men Square.

This part of China suffers from harsh winters so the season begins in April. Two of the more popular courses are Pine Valley Golf Resort and Country Club, designed by Jack Nicklaus and the Honghua International Golf Club which has often hosts the Volvo China Open championship. If you are looking for some great scenery as you play a round of golf, the scenic Willow Golf Club is located to the south of Beijing and winds around numerous lakes, while the Beijing Golf Club has holes which overlook the Great Wall of China.

Beijing Golf : 5 days/4 nights

DAY 1:

Meet our guide on arrival at Beijing International Airport, transfer to hotel for check in.

DAY 2 :

Transfer to Huatang International Golf Club, an 18-hole championship golf course about 30 minutes from the downtown area

DAY 3:

A full day tour of this historic city with visits to Tianmen Square, The Forbidden City and after lunch continue to the Temple of Heaven. In the evening enjoy a Beijing roast duck dinner.

DAY 4:

Transfer to Beijing Country Golf Club, an international standard golf club located 30km from Beijing.

DAY 5:

At leisure until transfer to Beijing International Airport for departure.

See separate price list

Beijing Hotels

Courtyard by Marriott Beijing Linked to Beijing New World Center with its numerous shops and restaurants and close to some of Beijing's most popular tourist attractions, including Tiananmen Square and the Temple of Heaven. The rooms have all the usual equipment and facilities you would expect including tea/coffee making facilities, in room safe and inroom laptop port . Other facilities include a fitness club with indoor swimming pool, a gym, a snooker room, a beauty salon, a jogging track and a sauna. Restaurants include Spices and Hua Mei which serve Western and Asian cuisine

The Peninsula Palace Hotel Beijing The Palace Hotel is a well known landmark in Beijing very close to the legendary Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square circled by interesting little Chinese curio shops and alleys reminiscent of another era. The rooms at the Palace Hotel have deluxe marble bathrooms, IDD telephones, mini-bar, in-room safe, radio and satellite TV. The complex houses an exclusive shopping arcade offering famous luxury brands. Other facilities include an extensive gym with heated swimming pool, and a stateof-the-art business center.

Beijing Golf Courses

Beijing Country Golf Club - is set in mature parkland and the course winds between maturing fruit trees and picturesque water hazards. It is an 18-hole 72 par international standard golf course that will be enjoyed by golfers of all standards. The club has a driving range, indoor swimming pool, a bowling alley, gym, restaurant, sauna room and foot massage service.

Huatang International Golf Club - One of the best courses in the area designed

by Graham Marsh and is only a 40 minute drive from the city center. The course measures 7,026 yards and is beautifully maintained and set in a natural and tranquil environment with plenty of trees and water hazards. Other facilities include a driving range, golf academy, pro-shop and clubhouse. Has been host to many national golf tournaments and in 2004 was voted one of the 10 best courses in China by the China Golf Association.

Shanghai

Shanghai is the centre of China’s economic miracle and at first sight looks more like Chicago than a city in China. This city of 12 million people has been growing very rapidly fueled by the thousands of rural Chinese who flock to the city in search of a better life. A truly modern city which epitomizes China’s emergence onto the world stage with hotels, restaurants, nightclubs and of course golf clubs to rival anywhere in the world.

Shanghai has more than 25 golf courses and although many of Shanghai’s golf courses are private member clubs several of them are open to visitors. Silport Golf Club has received numerous awards since its opening in 1991 and is one of the better courses, Binhai Golf also has two championship golf courses – one is Links style, designed by Peter Thomson and The Forest Course as its name suggests is set amidst a tranquil forest environment.

Shanghai Golf : 5 days/4 nights

DAY 1:

Meet our guide on arrival at Shanghai International Airport, transfer to hotel for check in.

DAY 2 :

Transfer to The Sun Island Golf Club , an 18-hole championship golf course about 20 k ms from the downtown area.

DAY 3:

A full day tour of the city which starts with a stroll in Shanghai’s old town and a cup of tea at the city’s oldest teahouse. Continue to Mandarin Yu Garden, a place of peace and comfort in the heart of bustling Shanghai. After lunch at a local Chinese restaurant visit Pudong situated in the east of the Huangpu River and climb the Shanghai World Financial Center to get a bird view of the whole city.

DAY 4:

Transfer to Yintao Golf Club , an international standard golf club located near the centre of the city.

DAY 5:

At leisure until transfer to Shanghai International Airport for departure.

See separate price list

Shanghai Hotels

The Bund Riverside Hotel Shanghai Ideally located in the heart of Shanghai’s commercial and financial districts. All guest rooms have great views over the Suzhou Creek and are unique in design combining the Chinese tradition with western romantic flavor furnished with imported furniture, electronic door locks, and modern facilities. A reflection of the refined ambiance of modern Shanghai culture, each suite integrates traditional Chinese elements in a contemporary western style. There are five Food & Beverage outlets where you can savor delicacies from around the world and the Spa offers a full range of massages.

Langham, Yangtze Boutique This 5-star property in a very convenient location has a unique “retro� feel and is a pleasant change from some of the larger more impersonal hotels. It has 96 rooms with air conditioning, bathrobes, daily newspaper, desk, hair dryer, wireless internet access and 24 hour room service.

Other facilities include massage & sauna, gym/fitness facilities, steam room and spa on the grounds. Several restaurants offering Cantonese cuisine, Italian and Japanese food and the Palm Court which serves the famous Langham Afternoon Tea.

Shanghai Golf Courses

Yintao Golf Club - Just over 20 km from the heart of Shanghai, the Yintao Golf Club is home to a popular course, with 18 holes and stretches more than 7,100 yards. Excellent facilities include a swimming pool and restaurant and caddies are available.

Shanghai Sun Island - offers two 18-hole courses, the Old Course and the New Course. Both are the popular type of “target� golf courses, and are generally flat and manicured. Your will encounter an abundance of water hazards in various shapes and sizes on most holes and if you manage to avid them then the positioning of the numerous sand bunkers are there to catch the wayward shot.

Most of the holes are relatively straight so you can usually see the pin from the tee.

Shenzhen – Mission Hills

However you look at it Mission Hills Golf Club breaks all records and has 12 courses, each designed by a different golfing superstar which are served by four distinct clubhouses within the 20-square kilometer golf complex.

They employ 3,000 caddies, the cart paths cover 360kms and there are more than 1200 bunkers! The clubhouses are extremely opulent and feature a wide range of facilities including spas, pro shops, restaurants and function rooms.

Mission Hills: 6 days/5 nights

DAY 1:

Meet our guide on arrival at Shenzhen International Airport, transfer to Mission Hills Resort for check in. It is also possible to arrange transportation from your hotel in Hong Kong.

DAY 2/3 :

After breakfast play 18 holes at one of the 12 courses – after golf the rest of the day is free at leisure.

DAY 4:

A full day tour of the surrounding area with visits to Shenzhen Folk Cultural Village and Splendid China Chinese Folk Culture Village. After lunch at a local restaurant pick up some bargains at Luo hu Commercial Area and Dongmen Shopping Street before returning to Mission Hills for overnight.

DAY 5:

After breakfast play 18 holes at one of the 12 courses – after golf the rest of the day is free at leisure.

DAY 6:

At leisure until transfer to Shenzhen International Airport for departure.

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Mission Hills Resort - Shenzhen

One of the best luxury hotels in Southern China, Mission Hills Resort & Spa has 167 spacious guest rooms and 52 Premiere rooms at the Resort Wing, and 65 rooms at the Savannah Wing. Each guest room or suite features a balcony with unobstructed views over the golf course and the natural surroundings. Dining facilities include the Cinnabar serves Eastern and Western fusion cuisine with an emphasis on healthy dishes - in the evenings it takes on a different atmosphere with live music and a wide selection of signature cocktails. The Imperial Court is their signature Chinese restaurant features traditional recipes and dishes from regions all around China and the Savannah Cafe serves a wide selection of local and international favorites.

The Country Club is one of the largest and most luxurious country clubs in Asia, and includes a spectacular tennis centre. Other activities include archery, lawn bowling, tennis, cycling, skating, jogging and a covered driving range which is the largest on the mainland and has floodlights for night use. The Vitality Club promotes fitness and wellness to our guests. It includes a gym and the newly revamped swimming pool

Mission Hills Golf Courses

If you include the par 3 course then there are 11 courses to choose from at Mission Hills including the iconic World Cup Course designed by Jack Nicklaus which has been described as “one of the ten most influential and significant courses of the last 20 years”. If you try Ernie Else’s course then you have the chance to enjoy spectacular views over the entire complex from the tee box on the fourth hole. If you want a stern test then try the Olazabal Course, venue for the World Cup which boasts 155 bunkers in honour of his great skill with a sand wedge. The Faldo course features the only island green and is the venue for the Faldo Junior Golf series. One of the more interesting of the courses was designed by Pete Dye – shorter than some of the others with small pot bunkers and large tee to green waste areas.

Whichever courses you choose you will enjoy the experience – a complete list is given below: *World Cup Course / *Norman Course / *Olazabal Course / Vijay Course / Annika Course / Els Course / Leadbetter Course / Duval Course / Ozaki Course / Faldo Course *indicated those courses that require a surcharge for non-member play

Hainan Island

Hainan Island is about one hour by plane from Hong Kong and is a tropical paradise that has often been compared to Hawaii and it certainly has a climate that is great for golfing most of the year. There are 18 golf clubs on the island: five in Sanya, six in Haikou, two in the Bo’ao Area and five along the East Coast One of the best courses on the island is Yalong Bay, a Robert Trent Jones design that has been voted as one of the best in China.

Sun Valley, which stretches over 7,875 yards, will challenge the best golfers but is also playable for most of us from the forward tees. Not to be outdone the Meishi Mayflower International which was designed by Colin Montgomery is reputed to be the longest in the world. Other notable courses include BFA International designed Graham Marsh by and the luxury golf resort Kangle Garden – located near the Xinglong Hot Spring.

Hainan Golf : 7 days/6 nights

DAY 1:

Haikou - Arrive in Haikou airport, be met and transferred to Mission Hills Resort Hainan.

DAY 2:

Haikou –Sanya – After breakfast play 18 holes play golf at Mission Hills Golf Resort and then transfer to Sanya. Overnight Sanya Yalong Bay Golf Resort

DAY 3:

Sanya – This morning play golf at Sanya Yalong Bay Golf Club, The rest of the day is free for you to relax. Overnight Sanya Yalong Bay Golf Resort

DAY 4:

Sanya - This morning you play another round at Sanya Yalong Bay Golf Club, The rest of the day is free for you to relax. Overnight Sanya Yalong Bay Golf Resort

DAY 5:

Sanya – Today we take you to play at the Sun Valley Golf Club . After your game we will take you to the Yalong Bay Mangrove Tree Resort where you will stay overnight.

DAY 6:

Sanya - A full day tour to Monkey Island and Nantian Hot Spring with lunch at a local Chinese restaurant. Overnight Yalong Bay Mangrove Tree Resort.

DAY 7:

Departure – Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Ask for detailed itinerary and separate pricelist

Hainan Hotels

Sanya Yalong Bay Golf Resort

Yalong Bay Mangrove Tree Resort

The large clubhouse which covers more than 10,000 square meters has been extensively renovated and it now has a more modern and fresher appearance and the use of running water gives a feeling of tranquility. The Restaurant has great views over the surrounding countryside and offers popular Asian and Western dishes and is open for breakfast and dinner. The Guest Rooms are fully equipped with all the luxuries and attention to detail that one would expect from a five Star Resort.

Other facilities include a spa, swimming pool and tennis courts.

This large 5-star hotel is right on the beach overlooking the white sand beach and has 502 modern guestrooms with all the facilities you would expect including in-house movies and 24-hour room service. Leisure facilities include sauna & massage, swimming pool with Jacuzzi, kids club and gym/fitness facilities. The restaurants feature both International and Chinese Cuisines and include a Thai Restaurant, a Chinese Restaurant offering typical and tasty “Cantonese” cuisine and the Café which is the place to enjoy international and Western Cuisine.

Hainan Hotels

Mission Hills Sanya This resort offers world-class accommodation, recreation and wellness facilities, and comprises 535 spacious guest rooms and suites with unobstructed views over the golf course and natural scenery. The resort also boasts some of the best sports and recreation facilities in Hainan, including Lava Lagoon, the island’s only aquatic theme park, a sports and recreation center with a gym, indoor pool, children’s playground, library and an arts and crafts centre. There is a shopping arcade and 12 restaurants and lounges offer a variety of international and local cuisine

Grand Metropark Resort Sanya Grand Metropark Resort Sanya situated in the centre of Yalong Bay Golf Course amidst beautiful tropical gardens with views over the golf course. The resort has 108 villas and 110 rooms with all modern amenities. There are several restaurants serving Chinese, Western, Japanese & Korean food, a British Pub, Spa , Fitness Center, Kid’s Club, several pools and a wide selection of recreational facilities. .

Hainan Golf Courses

Mission Hills Hainan - This sister resort to the iconic club in Shenzhen is set to make its mark on tropical Hainan Island . The Blackstone Course weaves through a landscape of mature trees, jungle vegetation, and extensive water features. The Stone Ruins course is routed to leave the densely forested site as natural as possible and features deep pot bunkers, severe ridges, blind shots and an assortment of green sizes.

The Stone Outback course due to open soon will feature gently rolling slopes covered with Eucalyptus trees to further evoke its Australian influences.

Yalong Bay Golf Club - was designed by Robert Trent Jones who was inspired by the beautiful environment and natural beauty of Yalong Bay. The gentle rolling countryside has been transformed and natural sands have been used to re-create the dunes.. .With 98 bunkers and a winding river that criss-crosses the golf course is a true test for any standard of golfer. The course is always in great shape with immaculate fairways and fast greens and the caddies excellent. There are excellent practice facilities at the state-of-the-art driving range.

Sun Valley Sanya Golf Resort - is located in the Yalong Bay National Resort in Sanya and offers 27 holes and the only Par 6 in China measuring a staggering 828 yards from the back tees, the largest green in China covering an area of 1100 m2 and the longest tee box measuring 160m. The course is covered with beautiful tropical trees and flowers with ocean views from many of the tee boxes and several hole which skirt the large lake. The award winning clubhouse features an abundance of rare tropical plants and luxurious facilities.

Yunnan Province

Many people believe that Yunnan is the Shangri-La imagined by James Milton when he wrote his famous book.

Yunnan is one of the most ethnically distinct regions of China with ancient houses, beautiful Chinese temples and pagodas set against a backdrop of magical snow tipped mountains and towering rice terraces.

The golf courses in Yunnan are equally diverse and spectacular and both the Jack Nicklaus designed Mountain course and Spring City Golf & Lake Resort are amongst the best in China and appear on the top 500 list in Golf Digest. Ancient Town Lakefront Golf Club winds alongside Wenbihai Lake against a backdrop of Yulong Snow Mountain and offers spectacular views over the surrounding countryside.

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is more than 3000 meters high and an unbelievable 8,548 yards long and is still rated as a par 72. Fortunately at this altitude your ball flies much further but not far enough to conquer this monster.

Kunming Golf : 7 days/6 nights

DAY 1:

Arrive in Kunming - remainder of day at leisure. Welcome dinner at resort Accommodation at Spring City Golf & Lake Resort

DAY 2:

Morning Play 18 holes at Lake Course. Free at leisure for the rest of day

DAY 3:

Morning play 18 holes at Mountain Course. Free at leisure for the rest of day

DAY 4:

Morning Play 18 holes at Lake Course. Free at leisure for the rest of day

DAY 5:

Full day tour to Stone Forest and Yuantong Temple lunch at local Chinese restaurant.

Accommodation at Kunming Hotel or Grand Park Hotel

DAY 6:

Drive to Sunshine Golf Club for 18 holes of golf. Transfer back to Kunming in the afternoon.

DAY 7:

In the morning transfer to airport for your departure flight See separate price list & detailed itinerary

Kunming Hotels

Kunming Hotel Kunming Hotel is the most conveniently located hotels in the are and is closet to the commercial and shopping district. An impressive faรงade and although the hotel was built in 1958, it underwent major renovation in 1999.

More than 300 rooms of various types with all the usual amenities, There are a number of restaurants serving Chinese and International fare. The health and recreation center named features a discotheque, bar, karaoke, bowling alley, tennis court and gym. In the main building facilities include sauna, massage, chess, cards, and billiards.

Grand Park Hotel Kunming The Grand Park Hotel is one of the top business and leisure hotels in Kunming city overlooking the famous Green Lake. The hotel is very close to the Central Business District. The 300 rooms are elegantly deigned using modern fabrics and colors and have modern facilities Two restaurants serving international and gourmet Chinese food as well as a bar. Recreational facilities include a swimming pool, fitness centre with steam room , sauna and massage.

Kunming Hotels

Spring City Golf & Lake Resort Spring City Golf and Lake Resort, is a world class golf resort in Kunming offering a wide range of accommodation and two championship golf courses Choose from standard lodge rooms to three bedroom villas all with internet access, satellite TV channels, personal safe etc. Dining choices include Eagle’s Nest Restaurant an all-day dining restaurant, 19th Hole Restaurant offers set lunches for golfers and a la carte Western cuisine during the evening and Par CafÊ an ideal place for golfers in a hurry .

A fully equipped Health Centre with spa, steam, sauna, and massage services. The outdoor Swimming Pool has views overlooking the majestic mountains and Yang Zhonghai Lake.

The games room is equipped with mahjong facilities, billiard table, ping pong etc and there is an outdoor Tennis Courts and Driving Range.

Kunming Golf Courses

Spring City – Mountain Course - The course is in a elevated position with impressive views over Yang Zonghai Lake and the green hills beyond. A challenging course designed by Jack Nicklaus who has used the natural terrain whenever possible. As usual Jack has bunkers strategically placed on the airways and around the greens which are quite difficult to read and will test even experienced players.

The Mountain Course certainly adds to Jack Nicklaus’s reputation as one of the best course designers of all time.

Spring City – Lakes Course - This spectacular course has been built on the banks of the Yang Zonghai Lake and is famous for its narrow fairways; crisscrossing streams and the sometimes strong winds and multi-tiered greens. From the first hole your work your way downhill and all of the holes face the lake and offer spectacular views. Designed by another legend of course designer, Robert Trent Jones Jr.’s this wonderful course which demands great accuracy provides the golfing experience of a lifetime.

Kunming Sunshine Golf Club - Another Robert Trent Jones Jr creation, this Championship mountain golf course. Is located amidst a heavily wooded valley in very picturesque and natural surrounding. Measuring 7,217 yards this course is suitable for golfers of all levels depending on which tee you choose. A very natural environment with fruit trees, wild flowers and many varieties of birds. The greens are fast with many different levels and the back nine has many undulations meaning your are often playing from an uphill or downhill lie.

Kunming/Lijiang Golf : 7 days/6 nights

DAY 1:

Arrive in Kunming - remainder of day at leisure. Welcome dinner at resort Accommodation at Spring City Golf & Lake Resort

DAY 2:

Morning Play 18 holes at Lake or Mountain Course. Free at leisure for the rest of day

DAY 3:

Full day tour to Stone Forest and Yuantong Temple lunch at local Chinese restaurant.

Accommodation at Kunming Hotel or Grand Park Hotel

DAY 4:

Drive to Sunshine Golf Club for 18 holes of golf. Transfer back to Kunming in the afternoon.

DAY 5:

Take a morning flight to Lijiang. Upon arrival, be met and transfer to visit the Baisha Village, the Baisha Murals and the Rock Joseph's Former Residence in Yuhu Village. Enjoy the Naxi Ancient Music Concert in the evening. Accommodation at Jiannanchun Hotel .

DAY 6:

Morning Golf at Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Golf. Then drive back to Lijiang and board the flight to Kunming. Transfer to the Grand Park hotel.

DAY 7:

In the morning transfer to airport for your departure flight See separate price list & detailed itinerary

Lijiang Hotels

Jiannanchun Hotel Lijiang Jian Nan Chun Hotel (Jiannanchun Wenyuan) is an international four star standard hotel in Lijiang, which opened in 2001 The hotel is located in the center of Lijiang ancient city, taking Sifang Rd. and Mufu as its neighbors.

Hence the transportation is very convenient.

There are 56 rooms/suites, well decorated and equipped with Europe modern furniture and Japanese advanced hygiene facilities.

The hotel has a traditional Chinese style exterior but European rococco style decor in the rooms. There are great views from the balconies on the upper floors.

Lijiang Golf Courses

The Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Golf Club - designed by Neil Haworth is situated at the foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain at an altitude of 3100 meters amidst breathtaking scenery. The par 72 course at 8,548 yards is reputed to be the longest in the world but at this altitude it plays much shorter especially on the 270 yard par 3 and 525 yard par 4. The front 9 is built at the foot of the mountain and runs alongside a lake with wide open fairways whilst the back 9 is more challenging as the fairways follow the slopes with more undulations, doglegs & blind shots.

There are also many large, well-placed bunkers to catch your wayward shots.

Golf Tips

Dress Code: Courses in Asia are not usually overzealous about clothing but to be safe wear shirts with collars and ensure you have the proper footwear with rubber spikes.

Caddies: You will have to pay a caddie’s fee at all courses and it is expected to pay a tip in cash direct to the caddie. It’s entirely up to you but US$10-15 is usual practice depending on the service you receive. If you are really unhappy with the caddie please note the number and advise us.

Sun Protection: Please ensure you use sufficient sun block to protect yourself against the very strong sun in Thailand. The best protection is to use your umbrella as a sunshade. It’s also possible to hire a second caddie to hold the umbrella.

Dehydration: In warm or humid conditions you may need to drink more than usual to continue to ensure your body functions properly. It is advisable to drink some water before you start playing to ensure that your body is properly hydrated at all times. If you are feeling thirsty, that is a sure sign that your body has already lost too much liquid and you should take a drink immediately. All courses have regular drinks kiosks so please use them.

Golf Tips

Change of Clothes: All courses have well-equipped locker rooms so you can shower and change after your game so remember to take a change of clothes with you. Lockers are free of charge, but do not leave anything valuable inside – also it is customary to give a small tip to the attendant.

Golf Carts: Some courses are walking only and do not allow golf carts and at the courses that do permit them they may not be available during busy periods so please ensure that you request one in advance. Also it’s strictly one cart per person at most courses and depending on the weather you may have to stay on the cart path.

Non-Golfing Guests: If you want to bring a non-playing companion on the course please check with us first as not all courses allow this and they may also make a charge.

Equipment: You can hire clubs, shoes and umbrellas at most courses although the standards do vary and it may not always be the latest equipment.

The Best Time To Play Golf in China

China is a huge country and as a result you will encounter every type of weather from extreme cold to oppressive heat. The idea time to visit China is in spring (March to May) or autumn (September to early part of November). In central China including Shanghai the summers are very hot with high humidity and the winter cold and very wet and not at all conducive to golf.

Hong Kong and Guǎndōng province including Hong Kong get very hot and humid from April to September and this is when it rains the most – this region is also susceptible to typhoons between July and September. Things start to cool off in October and the winters can be very pleasant, especially January to March although there is the occasional cold snap. Hainan is warm most of the time.

In Yunnan's the area around Kunming has delightful spring-like weather throughout most of the year but some of the higher elevations can be much colder and ice and snow cover the mountaintops in the winter. Most of the rainfall comes from May to October and the perfect time to visit is from April to June although the region is renowned for its variable weather conditions and you can often experience four seasons in one day!,

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