Central Vietnam’s prominence as a distinguished golfing destination was recently confirmed when Ba Na Hills Golf Club received the “Golf Course of the Year in Vietnam” accolade at the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) Awards.
The region boasts courses crafted by golfing greats like Luke Donald at Ba Na Hills Golf Club, Sir Nick Faldo at Laguna Golf Lang Co, and Colin Montgomerie at Montgomerie Links, making it one of Asia’s most sought-after golfing locales.
At the 2024 IAGTO Awards in Abu Dhabi, Ba Na Hills Golf Club’s reputation shone brightly as it garnered another prestigious honor.
Gary Dixon, General Manager of Ba Na Hills Golf Club, expressed pride in the recognition, stating, “Being named ‘Golf Course of the Year in Vietnam’ not only celebrates our club’s accomplishments but also shines a spotlight on the Vietnam Golf Coast, affirming Central Vietnam’s position as a leading golf tourism hub in Asia.”
Central Vietnam is celebrated for its dynamic urban areas, stunning beaches, luxurious hotels, and robust infrastructure, earning it the title of the most comprehensive golf destination in Asia—a sentiment echoed by numerous awards received by its clubs.
Laguna Golf Lang Co and Ba Na Hills Golf Club, key components of the Vietnam Golf Coast (VGC)—a marketing consortium that promotes Central Vietnam’s premier golf courses—were recognized among Asia’s top 11 golf resorts last year.
These clubs stood out on Golf.com’s leaderboard, a prominent golf publication that ranks elite golf destinations across Korea, China, Thailand, and Indonesia. Their high ranking in Asia also secured them a place in the global Top 100 Golf Resorts.
Stephen Banks, Director of Golf at Laguna Lang Co, highlighted Vietnam’s glowing reputation as a golfing paradise, asserting that the central cluster of courses is the nation’s crowning glory. He noted the diverse golfing experiences available, from coastal play to mountainous backdrops.
In 2023, Central Vietnam’s golf courses experienced unprecedented activity, with a record-breaking number of rounds played.
Looking ahead, the VGC’s leading courses—Montgomerie Links, Ba Na Hills Golf Club, and Laguna Golf Lang Co—are vying for further honors, each nominated for “Vietnam’s Best Course” at the 2024 World Golf Awards.
Le Vo Hoang Van, club manager at Montgomerie Links, remarked on the collective success, emphasizing the global recognition of Central Vietnam’s courses. He invited golfers worldwide to experience the variety and decide on their preferred course.
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Source: Vietnam Insider