The traditional playground of the rich and infamous has a host of ritzy golf destinations. Barbados leads the field, but other islands like St Kitts and Nevis have plenty to offer.
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Cyprus will bounce back as a golfing mecca
Cyprus’s financial crisis hasn’t dulled Aphrodite’s Isle from being a popular British golfing destination for a decade. Peter Swain discovers several new developments around Paphos and a weak Euro are now making this eastern Mediterranean island a favourite for golfing retirees.
Spain still number one choice for golfers
Spain is still the favourite golf destination for British seniors but has suffered more than most in the recession reports PETER SWAIN. Ironically, though, substantial price falls mean there’s never been a better time to buy.
Portugal’s sunny fairways prove a year round winner
When it comes to multi-golf course developments with upscale amenities and a variety of property at different price points, the Algarve in southern Portugal takes some beating reports PETER SWAIN. Not surprising it is the retirement choice for so many golf-loving Brits.
Florida – a great value golfing heaven
With over 1,400 courses, warm weather all year round, hundreds of miles of beaches, and natives who speak English – well, sort of – it’s easy to see why so many golfing seniors find the Sunshine State the answer to their dreams.
Make it a Canadian club
With Canada’s Atlantic seaboard only a five-hour flight away, Peter Swain looks at the courses and property scene in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.
Home and a hole in one
Golfers are the ultimate lifestyle buyers – much more interested in their handicaps and long-term investment than making a fast buck.
A Florida hole in one
Fairway-side homes have taken their share of the pain during the property market downturn – but with 2012 prices edging up, is now the time to search out a golf holiday home in the Sunshine State.
10 best golf resorts for non-golfers
You like the scenery, security and club-ability of a home on a golf development, but don’t actually play the game. So which resorts might work best for you?
The world’s best golf resorts
Once there were just a handful of golf resorts to buy property on, but today there are hundreds spread across the globe. But which ones do we think are the best?
Monégasque metamorphosis
Embodying the remarkable mélange of dynamic style and discreet sophistication that defines Monaco in the 21st century, Groupe Pastor is presenting two new projects in the Principality in 2012: Villa Roccabella and Le Simona.
Heady Tuscan Renaissance
In the Italian region best known for sublime scenery, great art and rich food, peter Swain discovers an old hilltop village being brought back to life, where you don’t need to be a millionaire to buy a piece of paradise.
Olympic Gold for amateur landlords?
Peter Swain wonders if he and other amateur landlords can make some money by renting out their homes to Olympic visitors in late July and early August 2012
10 things to consider when buying on a golf course
Before you buy that dream fairway-side home, here are ten important issues to consider carefully.
The life aquatic
Discerning seafarers are scanning the horizon for marinas that combine innovative facilities with stylish, water-side property. Peter Swain scopes out the new generation of safe havens.
Thai Pad
Just like playing golf, buying property in an emerging market such as Thailand is a risk-reward business.
Will the Open help Sandwich out of the rough?
With boy wonder golfer Rory McIlroy aiming to follow up his US Open triumph, this week’s Open Championship at Royal St George’s should be a welcome boost for Sandwich after Viagra-maker Pfizer leaves town.
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Vineyards for sale
Gérard Depardieu, Johnny Depp and David Beckham all share a passion for vineyards says Peter Swain. But could you afford to join them?
La dolce vita in the Veneto
If you like Venice, Prosecco and golf, we have just the place for you – golf property within 30 miles of La Serenissima
Keeping up with the Windsors
As another future princess is plucked from the leafy shires of Middle England, JANE SLADE and PETER SWAIN discover what effect Royal celebrity has on local house prices.
Ryder Cup property
Golf and property development go together like Colin Montgomery and the Ryder Cup – they’re a winning formula.
Newport’s Tiger economy
Later this week at the Celtic Manor Resort in South Wales, 150,000 spectators will watch the best European and American golfers do battle in the biennial Ryder Cup – including Tiger Woods, facing his first tournament abroad since his divorce last month.
A home and hole – in one
How golf and the French way of life are proving a big hit with British buyers.
Venice, Prosecco and golf
If you’re fond of Venice, Prosecco and golf, Peter Swain has found just the place for you.
Portugal’s ever-expanding portfolio
Portugal’s Algarve is a perennial favourite for golfers seeking a mix of sunshine, uncrowded beaches and great golf. THe Eastern Algarve is increasingly popular with those looking for an affordable home from home.
Tiger Woods and the Desperate Golfwives
Until Tiger Woods had an argument with his wife, his mother-in-law, several of his mistresses and a fire hydrant, the opulent Orlando gated community of Isleworth was the epitome of private, discreet ‘country club’ exclusivity. No more.
A home for all seasons
If you’re looking for a holiday home close to winter skiing and summer golf in North America, Europe, or North Africa, Peter Swain has the answer.
Satan golf
The grass is greener on the Eastern side. Twenty years after the fall of the Berlin Wall, golf and property ownership, both detested by the Communists, are prospering in Eastern Europe.
Lands of plenty
Do new homes or resales offer the best value abroad? Peter Swain has a look into where good deals can be found.
Mauritius – is it good value for money?
The jewel of the Indian Ocean may be heaven but, Peter Swain asks, is it good value for money?