Turkey catching up fast in Golf tourism
Monday, December 1, 2008
Turkey has been named as a top spot for golf lovers and golf tourism is set to increase considerably over the next few years, experts have predicted.
KPMG Golf Advisory Practice recently revealed its Golf Travel Insight report for Europe, the Middle East and Africa which stated that Portugal, Spain and Turkey are s golf tourism's future hot spots. The study was conducted in more than 80 specialist golf tour operators in 21 countries in spring 2008. However, some surprising destinations are revealed in the survey such as Turkey which was ranked third on the list of future golf hot spots.
Andrea Sartori, head of KPMG's specialist Golf Advisory Practice for the EMA region, said that the growing competition doesn't leave much room for further growth in established golfing destinations.
Moreover, Turkey was named best golf destination in Europe by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators. Turkish government has developed its golf infrastructure and plans to create 100 new courses are underway. Property experts described the plans as "a major boost for tourism ", adding that it will have a good effect on the property market in the country.
In related news, Golf-lovers will be pleased to hear that government has invested £22.8 million in the new golf resort in Altinkum, Turkey, which is expected to open up a higher-end market in the area.
Social BookmarkingKPMG Golf Advisory Practice recently revealed its Golf Travel Insight report for Europe, the Middle East and Africa which stated that Portugal, Spain and Turkey are s golf tourism's future hot spots. The study was conducted in more than 80 specialist golf tour operators in 21 countries in spring 2008. However, some surprising destinations are revealed in the survey such as Turkey which was ranked third on the list of future golf hot spots.
Andrea Sartori, head of KPMG's specialist Golf Advisory Practice for the EMA region, said that the growing competition doesn't leave much room for further growth in established golfing destinations.
Moreover, Turkey was named best golf destination in Europe by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators. Turkish government has developed its golf infrastructure and plans to create 100 new courses are underway. Property experts described the plans as "a major boost for tourism ", adding that it will have a good effect on the property market in the country.
In related news, Golf-lovers will be pleased to hear that government has invested £22.8 million in the new golf resort in Altinkum, Turkey, which is expected to open up a higher-end market in the area.
Labels: Golf-property, Tourism
