Kyle Phillips Designs 6-Star Bai Tre Golf Course, Hon Tre Island
Hon Tre Island in Nha Trang, Vietnam, welcomes the 19-hole Bai Tre Golf Course by Kyle Phillips. The 6-star links project broke ground in January 2026.
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Development & Design
Riverside Oaks Golf Resort Unveils Future Plans for Sydney Golfers
Celebrating four decades, Australia's Riverside Oaks Golf Resort details significant investments in its Bungool course restoration, clubhouse enhancements, and improved accessibility for golfers.
Trump Organisation Oversees Global Golf, Dubai & Bali Key
The Trump Organization oversees 18 golf courses worldwide, with operations spanning the United States, Europe, and Asia. This includes managed clubs in Dubai, Oman, and a forthcoming facility in Bali, Indonesia.
Thanh Hoa Approves 36-Hole Golf Course for Urban Project
Thanh Hoa authorities have approved a 315-hectare integrated urban development in Vietnam, including a 36-hole golf course alongside residential and commercial zones. This project aims to establish a new urban centre, integrating golf with broader community amenities.
Vinhomes Global Gate Advances 12-Course Golf Complex in Ha Long
Vinhomes Global Gate Ha Long is developing a 12-course golf complex covering 950 hectares in Quang Ninh, Vietnam. This project includes a PGA Golf Academy and forms part of a larger integrated resort destination.
Perth’s OuttaBounds Expands with SHANX Mini-Golf Course, Targets Family Entertainment
OuttaBounds Australia, a golf entertainment venue in Perth, Western Australia, has launched a new 14-hole SHANX mini-golf course. This expansion aims to broaden its appeal to families and casual players, complementing existing driving bays, simulators, and augmented reality darts. General Manager Jason Roach states the move reinforces a strategy to offer diverse entertainment options.
Vinhomes Advances Twelve-Course Golf Complex in Ha Long, Vietnam
Construction continues on the Vinhomes Global Gate Ha Long project. This includes a 12-course golf complex across 950 hectares in Quang Ninh. Developers aim to establish Ha Long as a primary golf destination in Northern Vietnam.
Topgolf Megacity Bangkok Redefines Golf Entertainment in Southeast Asia
Topgolf Megacity Bangkok, opened in August 2022, functions as a sports entertainment destination, not a traditional driving range. Located adjacent to Megabangna, the venue aims to broaden golf's appeal by integrating technology, diverse activities, and multiple revenue streams, setting a new benchmark for golf entertainment in Asia.
Vingroup Plans Hung Vuong International Sports Complex with Golf in Hanoi
Vingroup announced a major sports and entertainment development in southern Hanoi. The Hung Vuong International Sports Complex spans over 400 hectares. It will include golf courses and recreational sports facilities. A large stadium forms the project's centrepiece, with construction expected by July 2027.
Wolfbrook Pushes Fast-Track Pegasus Golf Course Conversion to Residential/Commercial Amid Opposition
Property developer Wolfbrook has applied for fast-track consent to convert the 18-hole Pegasus Golf Course in Canterbury, New Zealand, into a residential and commercial site, facing strong local opposition.
Shura Links Redefines Saudi Golf Seasonality with Year-Round Play
Shura Links at The Red Sea, Saudi Arabia, plans to redefine Gulf golf seasonality. Its unique marine microclimate and new direct air routes allow for summer play. This strategy challenges the region's traditional winter-focused golf calendar.