Welcome to Asian Golf Nation
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Welcome to November 2008 Edition of "Asian Golf Travel Nation" the
source for news breaking information about Thailand Golf, Vietnam Golf,
and Cambodia Golf. In addition, unique golf playing tips for
Indochina's tropical environment, announcements of golf travel
promotions, and our latest subscription offer are all integral parts of
today's newsletter. As you can see, we have changed to a monthly newsletter with a fresh look and feel. Most of the previous sections have been retained, but now since we will be published more frequently you can have more current information. I hope you like our new look. Please let me know any feedback you have.
The big talk nowadays obviously is the world's economic situation. The travel industry here is bracing a slow travel year as a result of the world's situation, which maybe good news for golfers (see below). Golfasian is responding in several ways. For our exclusive golf tours we are now offering a choice of 4-star and 5-star accommodations to suit a wider variety of budgets. In addition, we have worked closely with our key partners (golf courses and resorts) to come up with some super valued packages for travel in January and February 2009. In some cases we have negotiated lower costs and in other instances our suppliers have offered COMPLIMENTARY golf and/or FREE room upgrades. There are only a few tee times and room upgrades available to us and they are strictly on a first come first serve basis. Email me if you want more information. Lastly, for those already in the region, there are a number of new "shorter golf breaks" that we have made available to golf destinations like Koh Samui, Chiang Mai, Saigon, Bangkok and Seam Reap. Once again, email me for more information on these shorter golf tours, you will be surprised at the possibilities.
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Until the next month, get in those last round before winter, and remember, think positive and YOU WILL SHOOT PAR.
Mark Siegel
Managing Director
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Thai Country Club continues to set the benchmark for golf course
service standards in Thailand and this month we feature Thai Country
Club's General Manager, Jean-Pierre Schneider. JP has played a key-role
in helping Thai Country Club become and remain one of Thailand's top
golf courses, and in this exclusive feature you'll find out some
interesting facts and stories about one of Asia's most respected golf
leaders.Read The Whole Interview...
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Working with a spectacular, undulating natural topography, English born
golf course architect Desmond Muirhead has created one of Pattaya’s
most interesting golf courses, as St Andrews was built to replicate a
Scottish links course. Located in Rayong, about 40 minutes from Pattaya
and 1.5 hours from Bangkok, St. Andrews is accessible for golfers
staying in either city. The golf course offers an uncompromising
challenge aimed at players with handicaps of 18 or lower. Playing at
over 7700 yards to a par 74, this is one of Thailand's toughest
courses. More on St Andrews 2000...
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Part of the charm of playing golf in Thailand is coming across signs like this one at Lakewood Country Club.
In this months best of the blog we invite you in to take a look at some
interesting stories and facts about playing golf in Thailand. You're
sure to find some interesting, funny and even amazing snippets from
both ourselves and golfers like you. More Great Thailand Golf Snippets...
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One thing all golfers have in common is an obsession for more distance.
In their attempt to hit John Daly-like distances most players grip the
club as tight as they can and try to hit as hard as they can. However,
in order to hit the ball a long way, you should try just the opposite.
However, in order to make a big turn your muscles must be relaxed. Many
players can gain an extra 5-10 yards on their drives if they just
relax, think "long and wide" and concentrate on making solid contact
rather than trying to knock the ball into the next galaxy. Click Here For More Playing Tips...
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