Golf in Italy is passionately dedicated to not just promoting but elevating women's golf experiences in Italy. Our mission is to inspire and empower women golfers to embrace the beauty of the game and the enchantment of Italy. With care, we handpick world-class golf courses nestled within the captivating Italian landscapes. We believe that every swing should be an opportunity to connect with the rich culture and vibrant history that our beautiful country offers. Join us in our quest to create unforgettable golf journeys for women who love the sport, adventure, and the thrill of mastering every fairway. Discover the essence of Italian golf with us.
"Golf in Italy" is not just a suggestion; it's the name of our Italian-based company, operating since 1984 with the primary aim of promoting golf in Italy. As you can imagine, we encountered challenges in persuading golfers to consider Italy as a potential destination for their golf vacations. However, times have changed, the Ryder Cup in Rome has ended, and Italy now frequently graces the catalogs of leading golf operators worldwide. We like to believe that this newfound recognition is a testament to our unwavering belief in Italy's golfing potential all those years ago. With our extensive experience, we take pride in being the #1 choice among Italian golf agencies. We offer a level of service and assistance that sets us apart from the rest, and we are committed to delivering exceptional golf experiences in Italy.
"Welcome to Italy, the land of Food, Wine, Art, Motors, Soccer, and... Good Golf Life!
You may wonder, what does golf have to do with all of that? It's a good question! Let's find a way to connect golf with the unique aspects that define Italy.
When we began promoting Italy as a golf destination, we found ourselves up against fierce competition from well-known golf destinations like the British Isles, Spain, and Portugal. We felt like a boutique shop trying to compete with a supermarket. So, what was our solution? We decided to present Italy as a boutique destination, where clients could discover some of the most refined experiences all in one place. And what better place than Italy for such fine things?
Imagine waking up at 7 am, enjoying breakfast at 7:45 am, heading to the golf course by 9 am, teeing off at 9:30 am, savoring lunch or a beer with snacks at the 19th hole, returning to the hotel by 3:30 pm for a quick refresh, venturing out to explore the town or go on an excursion at 4 pm, indulging in an aperitif while sitting outside a bar in a charming square, watching people go by and savoring the last hours of sunshine at 8 pm, and finally, having a delightful dinner at a restaurant at 8:45 pm. At 11 pm, you can once again immerse yourself in the town for...
Doesn't it sound enticing? However, we don't want to distract you from golf, so let's discuss the golf courses in Italy."
To golf in Italy is often perceived as a sport reserved for the affluent, although, in reality, activities like skiing often entail higher costs. The misconception persists due to the absence of public courses, as Italy predominantly boasts private clubs, inadvertently reinforcing the notion that golf is an exclusive pastime that deters many from exploring it as a new sporting pursuit. In further affirmation of golf's perceived exclusivity, the highest concentration of courses is found in Northern Italy, considered the country's wealthiest area. Stretching from Turin to Venice, encompassing captivating regions like Lake Maggiore, Lake Como, Milan, Lake Garda, and Verona, there are a staggering 160 golf courses to be discovered. The prime areas for golf enthusiasts, where one can revel in the opportunity to play a different course each day, include Piedmont, the Lakes District (comprising Lake Maggiore, Lake Lugano, Lake Como, and Lake Garda), Veneto (with Venice as its regional capital), Emilia Romagna, Tuscany (both Florence and the seaside), Umbria, Rome, and the emerging golf destination of Apulia in the South. Although Apulia is gaining prominence, it faces challenges due to limited flight connectivity. Last but certainly not least, Sicily, with an impressive addition of 5 new resorts, brings the total number of courses to 7. With such a concentration of golf courses within each region, travel times are minimal, and the well-developed network of roads and motorways ensures that foreign visitors can effortlessly explore the country, encountering minimal or no logistical hurdles along the way.
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Daniele Discacciati
Project Manager & Travel Agent at Golf in Italy