Balkan Golfing Holiday Brochure

Balkan Holidays offered the Balkan Golfing Holiday brochure for golfers looking to discover a new destination, with golf courses in both Bulgaria and Slovenia. Whatever the handicap, there was a course designed to suit, set under the warm sun of these two European destinations.

Golf Resorts in Bulgaria

Balkan Holidays highlighted Bulgaria as a quickly growing European golf destination. Golfing legends such as Gary Player, Ian Woosnam and Jack Nicklaus helped create some of the newest golf courses in Europe, complete with carefully placed bunkers and water hazards, and club houses in which to relax and reflect on a round.

• Courses along the popular Black Sea Coast
• Courses on the outskirts of Sofia
• Courses amongst popular mountain resorts

Golf Resort in Slovenia

In Slovenia, the brochure featured the Bled Golf and Country Club, situated just 4 kilometres from Bled and Lake Bled itself, with both an 18-hole and a 9-hole course to enjoy.

• The 18-hole Kings Course dates back to 1937, making it Slovenia's oldest golf course; it was re-designed in 1972 by the renowned architect Donald Harradine and is still widely considered one of the most beautiful golf courses in central Europe.
• The 9-hole Lake Course opened more recently in 1993, featuring a more contemporary design with some tricky water hazards.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which destinations did the Balkan Golfing Holiday cover?

The brochure covered golfing holidays to Bulgaria and Slovenia.

Where are the golf courses in Bulgaria located?

Bulgaria's golf courses are found throughout the country, with courses on the popular Black Sea Coast, on the outskirts of Sofia and amongst some of the popular mountain resorts.

Which golf course was featured in Slovenia?

The featured course was the Bled Golf and Country Club, situated just 4 kilometres from Bled and Lake Bled, offering both an 18-hole and a 9-hole course.

What is notable about the Kings Course at Bled?

The 18-hole Kings Course dates back to 1937, making Bled Golf and Country Club Slovenia's oldest golf course. It was re-designed in 1972 by architect Donald Harradine and is widely considered one of the most beautiful golf courses in central Europe.

Are the holidays suitable for all abilities?

Yes. Balkan Holidays stated that whatever your handicap, they had a golf course to suit you.

Did famous golfers design any of the Bulgarian courses?

The brochure noted that golfing legends such as Gary Player, Ian Woosnam and Jack Nicklaus were associated with some of the fantastic golf courses in Bulgaria.

This brochure is part of the Catalink archive and may no longer be available to order. The information above describes Balkan Holidays. For current details, visit the company's official website.