I CAMPI DA GOLF PIU’ BELLI
The golf courses. With its golf courses, the Dominican Republic has become, in a short time, the new destination "in" for fans of this kind of sport, which guarantees unique experiences and excitement. The primary objective of the Tourism Department of the Dominican Republic is promotion of numerous golf courses around the country, designed by world-renowned designers, surrounded by magnificent nature and stunning coastlines and characterized by lush green fairways. Nine of the golf courses in the country are listed among the 50 best courses in the Caribbean and Latin America. Former US presidents Bill Clinton and George H.W. Bush, as well as sports champions and golf enthusiasts from around the world come to play on 28 courses designed by golf legends Pete Dye, P.B. Dye, Jack Nicklaus, Robert Trent Jones Sr., Gary Player, Tom Fazio, Nick Faldo, Nick Price and Greg Norman.
Punta Blanca Golf Club - Playa Bávaro
Playa Nueva Romana Golf Club - La Romana
Playa Nueva Romana has designed a golf course with 18 holes, four of which overlook the sea, between coconut palms and landscapes of touching beauty. In addition, the urban complex also extends to another field executive of 9 holes par 3, which is located near the Residential Center Pitch & Putt. The selection of courses will undoubtedly tempt even the best players with its majestic greens, fairways and sandy areas. The paths, bordering the Caribbean Sea, offer a very interesting incentive for those who want to live immersed in the world of golf. La Casa Club with the best services that a field of the international level can offer, the training ground and sea views complete the offer that certainly exceeds the average quality offered by the great world stage.
Bavaro Beach – Punta Cana
Designed by six-time Spanish champion Jose "Pepe" Gancedo, the Cocotal Golf & Country Club, is an 18-hole par 72 course, designed to blend perfectly with the shape of the terrain, which makes it one of the must-try fields around Puntacana. Is surely the presence of even 4 different tees that accompany the strategic location of the trees, the location of the bunkers, slight hills of wide fairways and well defined and light steady wind that make this field suitable for players of all levels.
Dye Fore – La Romana
Out of 18 picturesque holes of the Dye Fore, the number 12 and number 15 are considered among the most beautiful holes par 3 in the world. This field has great views and a landscape of an inimitable beauty. While you play, your gaze goes around and comes to rest on the reflections of the Caribbean Sea or the bright green of the surrounding mountains. A stimulating experience for the game and the taste for beauty.
La Cana Golf Club – Punta Cana
La Cana Golf Club is an innovative, challenging, beautiful and fun golf course. It an 18-hole par 72, 7,152-yard long, includes 4 holes placed directly on the Caribbean Sea and 12 holes with a wonderful view of the sea. The classic Pete Dye bunkers are always present, as soon as you notice the hole 7 which boasts 21. Pete Dye calls it, joking, a living hell for golfers! To face the challenge of this area, you might wish to take a private lesson by Kim Jensen, a master of "PUNTACANA Golf Academy", who is present here five days a week.
The Teath of the dog – La Romana
According to the prestigious Golf Magazine, the "dog teeth " is ranked first in the Caribbean region and 34th among the top 100 in the world. It's a real thrill to play its seven holes right on the Caribbean Sea. The "Teeth", as it is commonly called, attracts all types of players, from professionals to amateurs who want to test themselves. The touch of the designer Pete Dye is recognized by his tricky obstacles, in the elevated greens, and games of perspective. To help and guide the players, there are expert caddies that will render the experience in the Teeth memorable.
Playa Grande Golf Club - North Cost
Sprawling over 170 acres of picturesque coastline, the world-class Playa Grande Golf Course, designed by celebrated architect Robert Trent Jones, Sr., is known as "the Pebble Beach of the Caribbean" by the golf community. With 10 holes playing directly on the ocean, this 7,085-yard course winds along the coastline, providing amazingly open vistas, cliff-side fairways, and sloping greens. With respect for the legacy created by his father, world-renowned golf designer Rees Jones is directing the renovation of the Playa Grande Golf Course currently underway, with a goal of enhancing the experience and challenging golfers at every skill level.
