The United Arab Emirates has become a hotspot for quality golf. Here are some of the best courses there.
The Best Golf Courses In The UAE
The United Arab Emirates is made up of seven emirates with the two most well-known being Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
The two cities have shot from the sand out of nowhere and the same can be said of any world class golf courses that frequently host big tournaments in the professional game.
Additionally there are plenty of quality layouts that add to resorts too.
Below we have taken a look at some of the best.
Yas Links, UAE
Designed by Kyle Phillips, the architect responsible for the majestic layout at Kingsbarns on the Fife coast, Yas Links on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi takes influence from those British and Irish seaside courses.
With rolling fairways, pock-marked with clever bunkering, stunning views of the sea, an ever-present breeze and challenging green complexes, the course captures the rugged essence of links golf and delivers a blend of tradition and modernity.
The course offers something a little different from most tracks in the Gulf and with teeing options from 7,450 yards right down to 5,800, it’s a course that all can enjoy.
Saadiyat Beach, UAE
(Kevin Murray)
Situated on raised dunes just outside Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Beach was designed by Gary Player (opens in new tab) and it is a serious championship test which means you need to choose your tees accordingly. Having said that, it is a sumptuous feast of golf all the way. Several of the holes would serve as the signature design at most other courses, and the finishing few are simply terrific.
Els Club (Dubai), UAE
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With generous landing areas off the tee, fresh prevailing winds and undulating greens, The Els Club is one of Dubai’s top golfing venues. Set amongst the Victory Heights residential development, the course is set in a sporting oasis just 20 minutes from the city centre.
Ernie (opens in new tab) took his inspiration from his world wide golfing experience.
Al Zorah, UAE
(Kevin Murray)
Just along the coast about 45 minutes…
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