How is the Future of Golf in Turkey?
Golf in Turkey first started with Istanbul Golf Club, which was established in Istanbul in 1895. Later, with the establishment of Klasis and Kemer Country in Istanbul in 1990, it was shaped at the point where it reached today. In 1994, the National Golf Club was opened as the first golf course in the Antalya region, followed by other golf courses.
Although the number of golf courses is high in countries such as Spain and Portugal, we can say that Belek is perhaps the only destination where the distance between 14 courses does not exceed 15 minutes. The high quality of golf courses and accommodation facilities in Turkey, ease of transportation and, of course, customer satisfaction are the most important factors in the construction of this success.
Among the policies to develop alternative tourism types in Turkey, the importance of golf in Turkey has increased with the investments made over the years.
Golf is popular in Turkey, because as it has become the center of sports, the interest of European tourists has shifted to Turkey. Golf, which is the main meeting point of families, groups of friends and the business world, is also seen as a communication tool by these groups. For this reason, Turkey will continue to invest in order to attract qualified golf tourists to the country. As a matter of fact, whether it is golf in Turkey or golf tourism in the world, golf investments continue rapidly.
Golf in Turkey, golf courses and facilities in Antalya, especially in Muğla and Istanbul, create a unique golf tourism potential. It also hosts international tournaments. As of 2022, there are 23 active golf courses in Turkey. 16 of 23 active golf courses are located in Antalya and 7 of them are located in other provinces.
Belek is one of the leading golf courses in Turkey. Additional investments to be made in different regions of Turkey will contribute greatly to both the established facilities and the regions.