With nearly two million downloads and over forty thousand courses, Golf Pad GPS, is used in nearly every country around the world. Enjoy this guest post by Alizee Celene as she explores the best golf courses in the Philippines .
When one thinks of the Philippines, picturesque beaches and beautiful islands usually come to mind. And while that image is certainly true, this archipelago has more to offer—specifically in terms of golf courses.
In fact, golf has been recognized by the Philippines Tourism Promotions Board as one of the top sports to attract tourists in the country. The Philippines even had the opportunity to hold some of the most prestigious international golf tournaments, such as the World Cup, Southeast Asian Games, and the Johnnie Walker Classic over the years.
With more than 100 golf courses to visit around the country, here are some of the best to consider for your next golf trip.
If there’s any golf club in the country that’s popular, even to those who don’t reside in it, it’s Manila Southwoods. Professionals come here to play its Masters Course—one of the toughest terrains in Asia. To give you an idea, 15 out of its 18 holes are surrounded by water hazards. Most of them are even sculpted alongside very deep bunkers and yards of sand. Masters Course was designed by Jack “The Golden Bear” Nicklaus to be one for the champions, so it isn't so recommended for beginners.
Manila Southwoods isn’t the only place with champion stages. Located just outside of Metro Manila in Dasmariñas, Cavite, the Orchard Golf and Country Club is home to two championship courses designed by legendary golfers Gary Player and Arnold Palmer, respectively. The courses are recommended for intermediate level players, as what they lack in water is substituted by multiple bunkers and wayward sands.
If you’re a casual player looking to play a few pars on the local seaside, then a trip to Anvaya Cove is what you want. Situated along the Bataan Coast, this 18-hole course is more designed for golfers looking to play among lush scenery. However, it wasn’t always this breathtaking. Before the reign of its current director, Ray Valencia, Anvaya Cove used to be an overgrown garden—with its trees and shrubs obstructing ocean views, and thatches growing on the greens it’s now famous for. Today, it certainly is one of the most stunning golf courses in the country.
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