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If your European vacation includes the words “birdie,” “par” and “eagle,” then these golf courses are must-visit spots for you. Tee off at eight of Europe’s most pristine golf courses from the level greens of Malta to the towering cliffs of Portugal. No matter what type of course you’re looking for, Europe is bound to have it.
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Royal Malta Golf Club, Malta
Thanks to the temperate climate of Malta, the 18-hole, par-68 course at the Royal Malta Golf Club is in perfect condition all 12 months of the year. Complete with a modern clubhouse open to both members and guests, the Royal Malta Golf Club is the ideal course for relaxing, working on your handicap, or spending time with friends.
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Lofoten Golf Links, Norway
For a golf course with an ocean and mountain view, make a reservation at Lofoten Golf Links in Norway. From April to October, Lofoten Golf Links’ course, cafe, bar and pro shop are open to groups and individuals. Lofoten offers Golfing in the Midnight Sun, where golfers can play 144 holes a day thanks to the 24-hour daylight the course receives two months out of the year.
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Pine Cliffs Golf and Country Club, Portugal
Where can you stand 200 feet above the Atlantic Ocean and tee off at the same time? At Portugal’s Pine Cliffs Golf and Country Club. With breathtaking views along the Algarvian coastline, Pine Cliffs is one of Portugal’s original golf courses. Keep your eye out for the par-3 sixth hole – the tee is built over a ravine that requires a shot over the cliffs.
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11 courses to choose from in Slovakia
Slovakia is populated with eleven state-of-the-art golf courses, making it a popular destination for both business and leisure travelers. Tee off facing the Low and High Tatras and finish the day in a top-class wellness center just off the course. From the Penati Golf Resort in Senica to Gray Bear Golf Club in Tále, you’re sure to find the unexpected at a Slovak golf course.
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Monte Carlo Golf Club, Monaco
The historic Monte Carlo Golf Club offers more than just golf. Play a game of squash, snooker, tennis or even bridge at this prestigious club. With an 18-hole, par-71 course on Mont Agel, the Monte Carlo Golf Club overlooks enchanting blue waters and idyllic mountains.
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Secret Valley Golf Course, Cyprus
Cyprus’ Secret Valley Golf Course did not stay a secret for long. This 18-hole, par-72 course is situated in a scenic valley near the village of Kouklia. Take a private lesson from a PGA-qualified instructor, or try Secret Valley’s video coaching option to improve your swing.
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Golf Course Bled, Slovenia
Slovenia’s oldest golf course is also its biggest. Golf Course Bled, offering both 18-hole and 9-hole courses, is also a well-known alpine resort surrounded by castles, museums, events and a casino. The home of the PGA European Challenge Tour, Bled has a little something for every golfer, whether they’re on or off the green.
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Hornafjörður Golf Club, Iceland
Thanks to Iceland’s long summer days, golfers can play for 24 hours straight at any of the country’s 60 courses. Nestled in the southeastern city of Höfn, Hornafjörður Golf Club is a 9-hole, par-32 course overlooking the shores of the Atlantic. As you swing, observe the club’s majestic glaciers, mountains and greenery.
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