Richards Comments

“The best thing about the Faldo Course at Emirates Golf Club is that fact that’s all 18 holes are fully floodlit. If you’ve not played floodlight golf before, it’s a must at least once! It’s cooler at night, fun and a refreshing change to the standard glorious sunshine you become accustomed to in Dubai! “

“I must also mention the views at night! Emirates Golf Club is located right in the heart of Dubai’s stunning skyline which comes to life at night!”

Richards Comments

“I simply love everything about Jumeirah Golf Estates. The drive to the entrance, winding between the 16th and iconic 17th hole, the stunning clubhouse which holds both The Race to Dubai and DP World Tour Championship trophies, the waterfall from the clubhouse behind the 18th green and of course, the history around the tournament and emphatic winners of the both DP World Tour Championship and Race to Dubai order of merit. “

“I was lucky enough to play in the 2017 Pro-Am with Alex Levy, what an experience and I can guarantee this course will stick in your mind for all the right reasons. It’s also always nice to watch the golf on TV having played the course!”

Richards Comments

“As a personal favourite, everybody on a Dubai golf holiday simply must play The Els Club. Very well known for many years now as the most pristine and manicured course in the region, as soon as you walk into the courtyard on arrival, you’re greeted by the most amazing view of the putting green, 9th and 18th. It almost looks like a fine water painting!” “The superlatives also don’t end with the course condition, The Els Club have just had Claude Harmon lll take over from his father, Butch Harmon, in the academy. Many of the worlds top professionals use The Els Club as a base and in turn, you can get your game in tip top shape here.”

Richards Comments

“As with all new golf courses in Dubai, there was a lot of hype around the opening of Dubai Hills in the winter of 2017 and this course has 100% lived up to expectations.”

“The detail that has gone into the design of the whole resort is top draw, you can really see this even in the fine detail. Walking from green to tee as you meander through pristine flower beds, local wildlife surrounding the purpose-built lakes and the finest views of Downtown Dubai and the stunning Burj Khalifa, all add to a unique golfing experience.”

“Simply a must play for all golfers of all ability when on a Dubai golf holiday.”

Richards Comments

“Arabian Ranches will always be close to my heart, as it was the first place I worked when leaving Loch Lomond for Dubai in 2014.

It’s a tremendous members club and as soon as you step foot into the luxurious Spanish colonial clubhouse, you feel welcomed and right at home.

The food and beverage at Arabian Ranches are second to none. They have the newly renovated Ranches Restaurant with a large terrace looking over the 9th and 18th greens and Birdies Sports Bar which is at the academy – fully fitted with indoor swing room, pool table and terrace.

Then they also have a fantastic Italian restaurant on site called Maison Mathis. So plenty of options for a few beers and dinner as the sun goes down over the links, once you’ve got all the sand out of your shoes!”