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World Golf Tour continues to grow

The most realistic virtual golf game, today announced that it has passed the 100 million mark in total rounds of virtual golf played. Since launching in October 2008, WGT.com has become one of the largest golf sites in the world. Currently WGT.com has more than 1 million monthly unique visitors that are playing over 5 million rounds per month, and continuing to grow rapidly.
“Our authentic approach to virtual golf is what has propelled us past the 100 million round mark and is what’s attracting more golfers and more sponsors to our game”
WGT players, most of whom are also real-world golfers, spend over 30 minutes per session playing golf online. With such long play-time, WGT currently delivers over 100 million online ad impressions per month to sponsors wanting to reach a highly-engaged golf audience.
“Our authentic approach to virtual golf is what has propelled us past the 100 million round mark and is what’s attracting more golfers and more sponsors to our game,” commented YuChiang Cheng, founder and CEO, World Golf Tour.
WGT celebrated this special milestone by giving the four players who played together in the 100 millionth round each 10,000 WGT credits for them to use on upgraded virtual golf equipment and entering tournaments.
About World Golf Tour
World Golf Tour is the most realistic online golf game. WGT recreates famous golf courses like Bethpage, Kiawah Island and St Andrews in virtual reality using HD photography and patented technology. Each course is photographed from every angle, providing a true-to-life experience for golf enthusiasts. WGT is played using a web browser without any downloads or fees on Facebook, or in the Google Chrome Webstore. Players can choose to purchase WGT credits to upgrade their virtual golf equipment, compete against each other, and enter tournaments to earn prizes such as golf trips. Virtual golf equipment is available from WGT sponsors, including GolfSmith, LoudMouth, PING, and TaylorMade. WGT is the official online gaming partner of the USGA, R&A and LPGA and hosts virtual championships of many major golf tournaments.
Countrywide Golf Holidays
Countrywide Golf Holidays presents a wide range of golfing breaks and holidays across the UK, Europe, Africa and Asia. From two night breaks to 14 night holidays, the choice is extensive. Explore the options available through our destination guide.
The choice is wide and the coverage thorough. We know however, that arranging a golfing itinerary requires personal attention and that one client’s requirements are different from another.
We therefore specialise in preparing “Proposed Itineraries” to meet clients’ specific requirements. All of the illustrated itineraries on the site may be adapted to meet any requirements that you may have and be re-priced accordingly.
Please always feel free to contact us with your particular requirements. We will then prepare a range of itineraries for your consideration.
Ultimately we want to provide you with an itinerary that meets your requirements and we are quite prepared to put the time in to ensure that this is the case.
Why choose Countrywide Golf Holidays?
~ Firstly, we aim to ensure that our prices are competitive. There are no greedy margins or unrealistic prices – we want you to have a value for money golfing break, that you enjoy and want to experience again the following year. Read the rest of this entry »
Golf Breaks in UK and Europe

Golf breaks in the UK and Europe offer golf enthusiasts the chance to play on some of the world’s best courses. Whether you’re looking for golf breaks in Scotland, Ireland or Spain, easy-breaks.com could have a great deal for you.
Want to play on one of Scotland’s historic golf courses? Take a trip to Fife, home to the famous Old Course at St Andrews, or Angus, where you’ll find the world-famous Carnoustie Golf Links. Further west, you’ll find offers on golf breaks in Kinross and near Glasgow, as well as in Aberdeen to the north.
Alternatively, if you’re looking for golf breaks in Ireland, book a trip to a golf hotel in County Cork or Portrush in Northern Ireland. And in Spain, you’ll find first-rate golf courses right next to sun, sea and sand. Book your perfect golf break with easy-breaks.com today and start practising your swing.
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England – home to some of the finest golf resorts in the world
England offers a fantastic variety of golf courses, from classic links to exceptional parkland layouts. It is home to some of the finest golf resorts in the world, and if you are looking for exceptional value and inspirational golf, then a golf holiday in England is for you.
Follow in the footsteps of the pros and play the Championship Brabazon course at The Belfry Resort, or the Arden Course at Marriott Forest of Arden. Or why not head to some of the newer stops on tour, such as English Open Host St Mellion or the Celtic Manor Resort with the fantastic 2010 course, home of the 2010 Ryder Cup.
If you want to sample a variety of different courses, why not take a golf tour and enjoy city centre nightlife and a selection of great golf courses? Bournemouth is always a favourite, and is home to some exceptional heathland courses such as Isle of Purbeck, Ferndown and Broadstone. Or take on some of the best links courses in the world with a golf tour of Southport, England’s Golf Coast, and play Open Championship courses Royal Birkdale and Royal Liverpool.
Whether you’re looking for a week long golfing holiday or just a golf weekend away, you’ll be spoilt for choice with the golf courses that England has to offer. Golf packages in England start from as little as £69, so visit our preferred golf travel partner Golfbreaks.com for a great selection of golf holidays in England. Read the rest of this entry »
Welcome To Irish Golf Holidays

We are a small family run company based in Shannon, Ireland at the gateway to the beautiful West of Ireland. Our family have been involved in the tourism business for more than 35 years and we use this experience and local knowledge to bring you the best that Ireland has to offer. With long standing partnerships with the best Golf Courses, accommodations,holidays vacations car Hire and coach companies we can assure you that all aspects of your trip are of the highest standard and offer the best value.
We also cater for weekend golf breaks and short tours or you can design your own vacation or tour.
If you are planning a golf vacation or holiday to Ireland we can offer you a pleasant stay with comfortable surroundings and most important a chance to play some of the finest golf courses in Ireland
We look forward to working with you to ensure that you have a wonderful Irish Golf Holiday.
Golf break in Ireland

A golf break in Ireland is guaranteed to be an absolutely unforgettable experience. There is no doubt that the country is littered with some of the world’s most fantastic golf courses, offering some of the purest golfing experiences, but the landscape is also adorned with many top resorts and hotels.
Visiting the K Club’s Ryder Cup complex, and the incredible resorts at Carton House and Citywest, not only will you experience the phenomenal courses, you will also understand Ireland’s reputation for its warm welcome and legendary hospitality. While the golfers battle the famous Irish elements, fellow travellers can enjoy the first class leisure and spa facilities that the best golf break destinations ensure.
Add to this the superb nightlife and numerous points of cultural and historical interest make Ireland interesting for all, and without doubt, the Irish golf break experience is truly magnificent.