Laguna Phuket Golf Club A new golfing experience in Phuket

The award winning Laguna Phuket Golf Club has always been a popular choice for golfers visiting Phuket and now golfers can enjoy a whole new golfing experience.

Located on the west coast of Phuket the renowned Laguna Phuket Resort is not only home to Laguna Phuket Golf Club but also many of the best 5 star resorts and villas Phuket has to offer.

The Laguna Phuket Golf Club has hosted many golf tournaments in the past and the most memorable being the 2009 Thailand Open. In 2014 the full 18 hole course was completely renovated and new layout was unveiled in January 2015.

The redesigned course is a par 71 measuring 6,719 yards from the back tees and consists of  9 par 4's, 5 par 3's and 4 par 5's.  The new layout now features undulating fairways, coconut groves, large greens and scenic lagoons which come into play on numerous holes. The fairways are quite generous with light rough and golfers of all levels will find the course very playable yet still a challenging test.

The course remains relatively easy to walk however optional golf carts are now available. Fully trained caddies are compulsory at Laguna Phuket Golf Club and their friendly nature and knowledge of the course will help considerably if you are a first time visitor to Laguna Phuket.

Laguna Phuket is one of Asia's largest resort complexes, comprising of 6 luxury hotels, a golf course and residential housing. It is situated along Bang Tao Beach on the west coast of Phuket. The complex also has a choice of shops and restaurants.

Now Thailand's most popular tourist destination it offers travellers a variety of activities and sightseeing opportunities. The island has a large number of beaches, the best of which are located on the southern and south west coasts.

Along with the redesigned golf course the new pro-shop at Laguna Phuket Golf Club has a good selection of apparel and accessories from major brands such as Adidas, Nike and Foot joy. Golf clubs are also available and can be hired at the pro-shop upon arrival.

Laguna Phuket Golf Club also has some of the best practice facilities of any golf course in Phuket should you wish to hit a few balls before your round. Facilities include a driving range, short game area for pitching and bunker play, and putting green. Lessons are also available from the resident professional Andy Combe @ andycombe.com

After your round the Banyan Café is the perfect place to relax and enjoy local or international snacks whilst overlooking the golf course.

For more information on golf packages at Laguna Phuket Golf Club please contact us at www.phuketgolfholidays.com