Travel & Tourism Awards 2026

Travel and Tourism Awards 2026 | 21 Best Global Luxury Golf Tour Operator 2026 Golf & Tours is redefining luxury golf travel with meticulously crafted itineraries for women and men, from the social golfer to seasoned players. Blending deep on the ground expertise with a passion for meaningful, small group experiences, the team designs immersive golf holidays in spectacular destinations worldwide, from South Africa, Ireland and France to Portugal & Spain, Greece and beyond. Specialising in bespoke, fully escorted journeys, Golf & Tours weaves world class golf together with handpicked luxury accommodation, memorable dining and authentic local culture, elevating a simple golf trip into extraordinary lifetime memories. Each Golf & Tours itinerary is defined by hightouch personal service, dedicated on-tour hosts and an emphasis on small-group travel that keeps every guest’s needs front and centre from start to finish. Whether travelling solo, as a couple, or with friends, guests enjoy luxury accommodation, sought-after tee times at leading courses, seamless logistics and a thoughtfully curated selection of off-course experiences, from guided walking tours and wine or whiskey tastings to safaris and cultural excursions. More than a premium holiday, a Golf & Tours experience is a connected, community driven journey in which every detail is handled, so guests can simply relax and savour each moment. Personalisation begins the moment a guest books, with attentive communication, thoughtful planning, and custom arrangements to suit individual needs and preferences. From smooth transfers and on tour support to curated non golf activities and hosted dinners at outstanding local restaurants, guests are supported at every turn, on and off the fairways, creating the conditions for genuine connection, and effortless enjoyment. What truly sets Golf & Tours apart is its heartfelt commitment to fostering lasting friendships which guests invariably leave with more friends than they arrived with. High levels of repeat bookings and enthusiastic word of mouth speak to the company’s reputation for exceptional experiences and enduring connections, with many guests returning year after year as cherished members of the Golf & Tours family. “By delivering seamless logistics, expertly hosted itineraries, and the perfect balance of sport, culture, and adventure, Golf & Tours continues to lead the way in luxury golf tourism.” Among Golf & Tours, standout offerings is the South Africa Safari & Golf Tours, an immersive, world-class journey that combines coveted tee times at some of the continent’s most celebrated courses with guided safari expeditions in the iconic Kruger and Shamwari region. “These tours set a new benchmark for destination-driven excellence,” notes Operations Manager, Caroline Rattenbury. With consistent early sell-outs and a stream of glowing testimonials, the South Africa Safari & Golf Tours have quickly established themselves as a true force in the luxury travel space.. Its success is driven by Golf & Tours’ core values of meticulous attention to detail, highly personalised service and a genuine focus on community-building, qualities that keep guests returning tour after tour and have helped secure prestigious industry recognition. In 2025, Golf & Tours further deepened its impact by partnering with i=Change, joining a global community of brands dedicated to empowering women and girls and addressing the effects of climate change. With $5 from every booking donated and guests empowered to choose the project that resonates most with them, supported by full transparency on every dollar through the i=Change platform, each journey now creates meaningful change alongside unforgettable memories. This partnership ensures that every Golf & Tours adventure, does more than deliver the trip of a lifetime: it also helps build a better world, one luxury golf tour at a time. Company name: Golf & Tours Contact name: Ainslie Saunders Website: www.golfandtours.com

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