29/09/2007

Golf in Thailand Bangkok



Bangpakong Riverside Country Club
Thailand's first riverside course measures 6,683 yards with bunkers found around landing areas and greens. The river whips round the course and weaves into some holes. Thick rough impinges, even though fairways appear wide. Strong winds can add extra yardage, particularly so on the par three holes where players have to contend with water carries. Clubhouse facilities are good and there is a good choice of hotels in neighboring Chonburi, and the coastal resort of Bang Saen.

Course Information
Designer: Cherd Boonyaratavej
Opened: July 21, 1990
Number: 18
Par: 72
Total Yardage: 6,683

Bangphra International Golf Club
Originally opened in 1958, this Championship course operated by the Tourism Authority of Thailand, had the first nine holes completely rebuilt in 1987. The course meanders through picturesque jungleclad hills, creating a spectacular series of holes with many old trees flanking the fairways. The back nine, but has some challenging dog-leg holes up and down hill. Clubhouse facilities are luxurious and accommodations are provided by the Bangphra Resort Hotel. Famil entertainment can be found at the nearby Open Zoo.
Course Information
Number: 18
Par: 72
Total Yardage: 7,205

Bangpoo Country Club
Located 40 kms south-east of central Bangkok, the layout boasts conditions perfect for golf. The atmosphere is clear, the air is cool and the wind can be strong. Designed by Arnold Palmer, the course features many elevated tees, plus large, fast and gently sloping greens. There is not too much water to contend with; nevertheless, it does come into play on some of the tough dog-leg holes, such as the par 5 fifth, thirteenth and eighteenth The wide fairways tend to make the course more forgiving for the average player. There is apleasant, partially open-sided clubhouse.

Course Information
Designer : Arnold Palmer Opened : 1991
Number : 18
Par : 72
Total Yardage : --
Blue : 7,141
Yellow : 6,574
White : 6,114
Women's : 5,246
Bangsai Country Club

ocal designer Pirapon Namatra has produced a masterpiece of golfing terrain. The course is set in beautiful open countryside and the peace and tranquility are refreshing. Playing this course one could be forgiven for thinking one was in England or Scotland; SUCH IS THE Character of the course. Every single hole is different from the one before. Several tee shots are played from elevated positions, which add to the delight of playing this course. The greens, fairways and bunkers are all in superb condition. Service in the clubhouse is very friendly.
Course Information
Designer: Pirapon Namatra Opened: 1996 Number: 18 Par: 72 Total Yardage: 6,900