This document discusses golf tourism in the Netherlands. It summarizes that the Netherlands has a strong golfing legacy with 8 courses in the continental top 100 and 3 in the top 10. It is situated near international cities with numerous attractions in a country known for its culture, architecture, and nightlife. The document also highlights some of the Netherlands' iconic brands and traditions that help define the country's identity.
3. DESTINATION
CITY & SURROUNDINGS
• International cities with numerous tourist attractions
• Country of Rembrandt, Van Gogh and Anne Frank
• Welcoming atmosphere in the heart of Europe
• A vibrant cultural life
• World famous hotels and nightlife
• Natural beauty, unspoiled countryside
• Historical and picturesque towns and villages
7. GOLF
GOLF COURSE & PROFILES
• Strong golfing legacy
• 8 golf courses in Continental Top 100, 3 in Top 10
• Challenging, beautiful parkland and links golf courses
• Tournament tradition; KLM Open
• World class professionals; Derksen, Luiten, etc.
• Relatively unknown as golfing tourist destination
8. GOLF
GOLF COURSE & PROFILES
Joost Luiten Established courses and new developments
Challenging links golfChampionship layouts
9. GOLF
GOLF COURSE & PROFILES
2011 KLM Open winner Simon Dyson
Tournament tradition
Renowned course architect involvement
Parkland courses