“Ten years ago Turkey didn't exactly spring to mind when thinking about the world's great golf destinations. Yet 2008 saw the country crowned 'Best Golf Destination Of The Year In Europe' by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO).Sitting outside the Euro zone and only a short flight from the UK, astute players are now realizing that world- class golf in the Mediterranean doesn't just mean Spain and Portugal.
With the construction of international class courses well underway and more planned, Turkey really is golf's next big destination” said Unal BASUSTA, ETN Ambassador in 2008. He was right.
The Turkish Golf Federation had plans for 100 courses nationwide in the next 15 years, and Big names in the world of golf design are already active in the country, driving up the quality of design and facilities.
The challenging 18-holes Courses, which are opened in Belek, Antalya was designed by legendary golfers such as Colin Montgomerie. A Nick Faldo signature course, the 27-hole Cornelia Faldo, has been operational since 2006 nearby.
With four million golfers in the UK and Ireland and around 60 million golfers worldwide, the Turkish government is keen to tap into this huge market as part of its plans to diversify the country's tourist industry, which is already one of the fastest growing in the world.
The Association of British Travel Agents reported a 20 percent increase in holiday bookings for Turkey, compared to the previous years. Turkey appeals to British golfers thanks to its pleasant Mediterranean climate,and reasonable fees, with ideal playing conditions throughout the year.
Turkey offers year-round golfing with the mild, sunny winter weather making a particularly attractive alternative to the cold, wet British weather. Even in the hottest months of July and August early-risers can get a round in and be relaxing by the pool before things get too hot.
Easy accessibility with plenty of charter flights and flying time of only three-an- a- half hours also recommend the country.
Traditionally golf in Turkey has been centered on Istanbul and the resort of Belek, 30 kilometers east of the city of Antalya. However, the cosmopolitan Aegean resort of Bodrum and KUSADASI now has courses open or in the final stages of construction, with four more planned for the area.
This has encouraged development to meet the demand for quality accommodation from golfers, be it for rent or purchase. In the Tuzla area, for example, the first of two classically designed 18-hole golf courses opened at the Vita Park Golf Club, Surrounding the courses are a number of residential developments offering affordable property to purchase. The Hilton Hotel Group's decision to create a €100m luxury resort around an 18-hole golf courses at Sarigerme, just 15 kilometers from Dalaman airport, is another indicator of the growth of golf in Turkey. Scheduled to open in 2009, the Hilton Dalaman Golf and Spa Resort will be a major boost for tourism locally and cause a healthy rise in property values in the areas of Sarigerme, Akkaya and Dalaman.
In KUSADASI, the first 18 hole championship course designed by Spanish Mas Golf Uno Golf Design, will soon be opened in May 2012 and this course will be the first Residential Golf resort of Turkey, which will be named Kusadasi International Golf .
Kusadasi International Golf Resort is situated in the middle of 2 International Airports. The dinstance to the nearest airport Izmir is only 50 minutes drive and Bodrum International Airport is only 60 minutes drive.
Investment potential in this region is excellent. Kusadasi will be determined by the Turkish Government as the second golf destination in Turkey
Technical features of Golf Course
Design: Jose Canalez Mas Golf Uno Golf Design
ConstructionStart: September 2009
Opening: May 2012
Bunkers : 60
Surface : 650.000 sq m. 250 mt above see level
Standards : U.S.G.A. Green section
Club House : 2000 sq m, with all facilities
Pro Shop : Equipments sale and rent
Driving range : 18 tee covert options
Golf academy : yes
Golf lessons : Available
Golf clinics : Available
Handicaps Women : 36
Handicaps Men : 28
Greens : Average per green approx 600 sq m (bent grass)
Tees : Minimum 4 tee box per hole
Fairways : Challenging and undulating with plenty strategic options (Hybrid Bermuda)
Putting Green : 750 sq m
Chipping & pitching : 1000 sq m
Lakes : 2
Golf cars (buggy) : yes
Rental Clubs : yes
The club house will be around 2,000 square metres in size with all facilities. Located on top of a hill, the players can enjoy fantastic panoramic views of the golf course, the mountains National Park and the Aegean coastline.
Itwill provide a restaurant featuring international cuisine and banqueting hall that will be available for tournament presentations and private parties. There will be a glass fronted lounge and bar area leading on to a beautiful outside terrace, where you can enjoy ‘al fresco’ dinning whilst watching the spectacular sunset over the Aegean Sea.
18 HOLES in your backyard !
Apartments & Duplex Choices
Despite the other golf courses in Turkey, Kusadasi Golf Course is providing its players the chance to purchase a house just near to the course. This is a perfect chance to make an investment and a great holiday as well.
The distribution, layout and attention to detail of the properties are in line with the continuing excellence of the builder. All properties have stunning views . For more info on how to purchase and rent please contact:
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Key Overseas GM
Filiz Sayar
Turkey/ Kusadasi
