Volcanic mountains, cliff faces and the thundering surf of the South Pacific make up the backdrop for golfing on Laucala Island in Fiji.
From Laucala Island
There are three courses from which to choose at The Broadmoor property in the Rocky Mountains in Colorado Springs.
Dick Durrance II/From The Broadmoor
Tucked into the delightful landscapes of Provence Côte d'Azur in southern France, Terre Blanche is home to two 18-hole championship courses.
From Terre Blanche
The five-star Terre Blanche combines traditional Provencal architecture with ultraluxurious amenities.
There may only be nine holes at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, but they're satisfying even before you add in the beautiful oceanfront landscapes.
David Cowan/From The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman
The Banyan Tree in Phuket has been recognized numerous times as Thailand's best golfing destination. That's no mean feat given the quality of the competition.
From Banyan Tree
The course at Abaco Club in the Bahamas is the work of course architects Donald Steel and Tom Mackenzie, with tricky sloping putting greens and deep sand traps as hallmarks.
From Abaco Club
The three 9-hole courses at One&Only Palmilla in Mexico were the first in Latin America to be designed by Jack Nicklaus.
From One & Only Palmilla
One&Only Palmilla also boasts luxury oceanfront rooms with inviting outdoor terraces.
From One & Only Palmilla
The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs in the beautiful Bay of Islands is a stunning setting for golf in New Zealand.
From Kauri Cliffs
Fancourt in South Africa has no fewer than three 18-hole golf courses, namely Montagu, Outeniqua and The Links.
From Fancourt
Grand Resort Bad Ragaz in Switzerland's Heidiland region has two golf courses, an 18-hole PGA Championship Course and the 9-hole Executive Course.
from Grand Resort Bad Ragaz
Leading Spanish golfer Jose Maria Olazabal is known for his short game, skills definitely called for at his nine-hole course at Velaa Private Island in the Maldives.
From Velaa
It's all about the golf at La Manga in southern Spain with facilities including three 18-hole courses, a 9-hole academy course and a golf training center.