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The 2022 SGA International - Phuket

Phuket, Thailand- July 24-30, 2022

Thailand Golf at its finest!

With stunning beaches, tropical surrounds and a relaxing vibe, Thailand is one of the most popular holiday destinations for Australians looking to get away from it all.

And there is no better spot for a relaxing week of Thai golf than the stunning island of Phuket, which will play host to the 2022 SGA International – Thailand, an exciting 72-hole, six-day golfing adventure, full of fun and excitement.

WORLD-CLASS COURSES

You’ll enjoy an amazing assortment of Phuket's best golf courses during this week-long golf travel adventure! Play some of the most scenic golf courses on the planet, including Loch Palm, Laguna, Blue Canyon and Red Mountain!

TOP-QUALITY ACCOMMODATION

The Deevana Patong Resort and Spa is an "Oasis of Calm", yet just minutes away from the famous Bangla Road’s nightlife. With spacious tropical gardens and tasteful guest rooms and suites, it's the perfect setting for a relaxing holiday getaway.

PROFESSIONALLY-HOSTED TOUR AND EVENT

Like all SGA Trips and Tours, this event will feature our unique brand of high-quality golf, exciting competition, and a fully-hosted Tour Guide & Event Manager to help you enjoy your trip to the fullest.

CLICK TO REGISTER ONLINE!

...or, read on for more information about this exciting event!

YOUR ITINERARY: 2022 SGA International - Thailand

For this year’s event, we have chosen an amazing assortment of the top Phuket golf courses and accommodation. In addition, we have partnered with an on-ground supplier to assist with golf and transfers.

In essence, we've done the hard yards for you. All you need to do is have fun!

DAY 1 - SUNDAY, JULY 24, 2022

ARRIVAL IN THAILAND

Depart your Capital City via your own flight arrangements.

Arrive in Phuket (either direct or via Bangkok/transfer). Note: Optional extra nights in Phuket are available for those who would like to arrive earlier.

DAY 2 - MONDAY, JULY 25, 2022

Loch Palm

Loch Palm is regarded as the most relaxing course in Phuket. The course is a favourite amongst the locals and the expatriate community as it offers a relaxing game with a variety of challenging hazards and greens to confront golfers of all abilities. Water comes into play on 10 holes and the fairways are lined with oil palms and varieties of Zoysia grass have been used on the fairways and in the rough providing year round playability and great playing surfaces. With over 1,000 palm trees lining the fairways and a cool breeze washing over you from the Crystal Lake, the atmosphere is tranquil and serene, despite the numerous hazards and challenging greens.

That evening, enjoy a Welcome buffet dinner at 8pm, with open bar.

DAY 3 - TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2022

Laguna Golf Club

Laguna Golf Phuket is an 18-hole, par-71 golf course featuring a wealth of scenic lagoons, coconut groves and undulating fairways. After fully reopening in January 2015, the new landscape provides golfers with two distinct scenic experiences with lush tropical foliage on the front nine, while the back holes feature coconut groves and sand bunkers. A scenic surrounds comprising of Phuket Mountains and environmental lagoons, combine to make Laguna Golf Phuket a truly idyllic golf paradise.

DAY 4. WEDNESDAY, JULY 27, 2022

REST DAY - OPTIONAL GOLF: Aquella or Katathong

Some players will choose to use this day to rest/relax/sightsee.

For those who want more golf, we will go north of Phuket and play either Aquella (a brand-new course, pictured here) or Katathong, which is very picturesque with some interesting holes. (Course still to be finalised)

DAY 5. THURSDAY, JULY 28, 2022

Blue Canyon (Canyon Course)

The Canyon Course at Blue Canyon ranks as one of the most distinguished and prestigious championship courses in Asia. The striking masterpiece is sculpted with minimal disruption to the original landscape of an abandoned tin mine flanked by rubber plantations. The first golf course to ever host the Johnnie Walker Classic thrice in the tournament’s history, in 1994, 1998 & 2007, the Canyon Course is the top venue for major events. It has hosted the Honda Invitational, the BMW International World Final, The Thailand Open, Blue Canyon Tiger Skins & Thai Airways International Thailand Open

DAY 6. FRIDAY, JULY 29, 2022

Red Mountain, plus Closing/Presentation Dinner

Sculpted into the rugged rock terrain, Red Mountain Golf Course is a scenic delight and a true challenge. The par-72 is a highly strategic course, with numerous risk and reward opportunities creating a stimulating test for golfers of all levels. Coursing through 6,781yards, the course cleverly exploits the dramatic landforms and elevation changes remnant of the tin mine. The course is a challenge for even the best golfers from the Championship tees whilst providing a more leisurely challenge from the white tees at 5,900 yards.

That evening, enjoy the Closing Presentation Buffet Dinner at 8pm - with open bar!

DAY 7 - SATURDAY, JULY 30, 2022

TRAVEL DAY

Transfer to airport for flight home.

Accommodation

Deevana Patong Resort and Spa

Located at the centre of all the action in Phuket’s most popular destination – Patong, the Deevana Patong Resort and Spa is just minutes away from the famous Bangla Road’s nightlife, Jungceylon shopping and entertainment centre and of course the wonderful golden sand of the glorious Patong Beach. This elegant Thai resort, with spacious tropical gardens and tasteful guest rooms and suites, takes you to an oasis of calm, the perfect setting for a relaxing holiday getaway.

Visit Deevana Patong Resort and Spa Website

Your Phuket Golf Courses + Accommodation

2022 Event Itinerary

Date	Course/Activity	Tee Time	Bus Departure Time
Sunday 24 Jul 2022	Arrival
Mon 25 Jul 2022	Loch Palm Golf Club	11:00	09:30
	Welcome Dinner	8:00 pm
Tue 26 Jul 2022	Laguna Golf Phuket	11:00	09:15
Wed 27 July	OPTIONAL – Aquella or Katathong	TBD	TBD
Thu 28 Jul 2022	Blue Canyon Country Club Canyon Course	11:00	09:00
Fri 29 Jul 2022	Red Mountain Golf Club	11:00	09:30
	Farewell Dinner	8:00 pm
Sat 30 Jul 2022	Departure

The 2022 SGA International - Thailand Package

Your Thailand Golf Tournament Package Includes:

6 nights’ accommodation (superior rooms) with daily breakfast
4 tournament rounds of golf (72 holes) at 4 different golf courses with cart and caddie at each golf course
Welcome Buffet Dinner (Open Bar)
Closing Presentation Buffet Dinner (Open Bar)
Event personally hosted and professionally managed by SGA staff
Live Scoring & Event Management via the Golf Genius App
Arrival & Departure transfers from Airport to hotel (2 persons/car)
All private transfers from hotel to golf courses
Room upgrades are available. Contact us for pricing and availability

Package pricing (Land only)

(All prices in Australian dollars and are per person, unless noted)

Hotel Rooms

Standard Twin Share Hotel Room (per person)

$1675

Standard Single Room (per person)

$1899

Standard Hotel Room - Golfer & Non-Golfing Partner

$2199

Optional Extras

OPTIONAL GOLF

$TBA

Wednesday Rest Day

$TBA

Extra Nights

$50-$85pp/pn

Some people may choose to arrive earlier or depart later and we can arrange extra nights' accommodation and additional rounds of golf as required. If you wish to extend your stay and fit in another game, just let us know when you book and we can make arrangements for you. Extra nights are $50 per person/per night for twin-share, $75 pp/pn Single room, or $85 pp/pn for a Golfer & non-golfing partner sharing a room.

To discuss tailoring the package to suit your needs, contact Dean Miller or Mick David from SGA. Contact details are listed below. All prices in Australian dollars.

$50-$85pp/pn

Reserve your spot for this exciting trip and be one of the first golfers in Australia to experience international golf travel in 2022.

CLICK HERE TO BOOK ONLINE!

Exclusions

PACKAGES DO NOT INCLUDE:

Airfare (Guests are responsible for booking their own airfare/flights)
Travel insurance
Visa/Import/Border charges (if applicable)
Lunches & dinners (apart from Welcome & Closing dinners)
Other personal expenses

Online Bookings, Prices & Payments

Entry in the event is subject to accepting the SGA Terms & Conditions of entry. To secure your place, a $500 deposit is required and full payments are due 60 days prior to the trip. Bookings and payments are made directly to SGA. Once you have completed the online booking, we will contact you with booking confirmation and payment information. Payment can be made by direct deposit or by credit card over the phone. Note that payments for the land package are made to Social Golf Australia and payments for airfares are made privately.

To register and make payment Click the link above or EFT (with YOUR name in the payment reference) to:

Social Golf Australia
Bendigo Bank
BSB: 633000
Account Number: 130203821

For credit card payments (add 2%), call Mick David on 0402 488 253

COVID / Travel requirements for Thailand

The current travel advice for Thailand is available via Smartraveller.gov.au. Please note that International Travel is in a constant state of change. While we will do everything necessary to notify our booked travellers of any changes to border entry or the itinerary, etc, it is up to you to ensure you meet all obligations and requirements regarding travel, including PCR Tests, Visas, etc.

Book with Confidence

FLEXIBLE REFUNDS AVAILABLE IN CASE OF COVID-19 TRAVEL CANCELLATION

While there is still uncertainty in the market, especially regarding the potential re-opening of borders and travel, etc, we would like to re-assure all of our golfers that we have coordinated with our event partners to arrange flexible refund policies. Thus, you can enter with confidence, knowing you can access FULL REFUNDS if required in the case of outside agencies forcing a cancellation or postponement.

READ OUR FULL REFUND PROMISE