Dormie Collection
First Golf Holiday
Your first golf holiday abroad should feel exciting, not overwhelming.
The first golf holiday abroad is unlike any other. The trepidation about playing on an unfamiliar course in unfamiliar heat is real — but it dissolves the moment you're on the first tee looking out at something that makes every UK course feel like a practice ground. This guide is specifically designed for golfers taking their first international trip: the right destinations (forgiving courses, short flights, easy logistics), the right hotels, and the honest advice you won't get from an algorithm.
Why this collection
Start with Tenerife
Three and a half hours from the UK, guaranteed sunshine, English widely spoken, and courses that are genuinely welcoming to all levels. Tenerife is the perfect first international golf trip. The courses won't humiliate you, the hotel quality is excellent, and the price is honest.
Turkey for the "I want to play a lot of golf" first-timer
If your goal is to play as much golf as possible on your first trip, Belek is the answer. 4-star all-inclusive (food, drink, transfer) plus 5 rounds of golf on championship courses typically comes in under £1,200pp.
We'll tell you honestly what to expect
First-time international golfers often worry about pace of play, course etiquette, what to do about slow groups, and how to handle the heat. James's pre-trip call covers all of it.
Hand-crafted journeys
Featured Itineraries
Where to play
Destinations
Common questions
FAQs
What handicap do I need for an overseas golf holiday?
No formal handicap is required at most courses. A basic ability to get around a course without holding up other players is generally sufficient. James will confirm course policies in advance.
Should I hire clubs or take my own?
For a first trip, we'd generally recommend taking your own — airline fees are manageable (£30–50 each way on most carriers) and familiar clubs reduce one variable. On short breaks, hire sets are good enough and the logistics are simpler.
Ready to book
Let's build your trip.
One call with James. He'll understand exactly what you're looking for, recommend the right property, secure the tee times, and give you a real price — not an estimate.