WITH autumn well and truly underway and winter just around the corner, many will no doubt be eyeing up some getaways to warmer climates. And while on holiday, some keen golfers among us will make sure there are suitable courses to practice or enjoy a game on. With direct flights to destinations all over Europe and beyond, Essex's Stansted Airport is the perfect gateway to escape the British cold and tee off on some lush green fairways in the sunshine From Spain and Portugal to Morocco and Dubai, Stansted has narrowed down ten great destinations for a warm-weather golf getaway this winter.
Weather: 31C -24C Flight time: 7 hours Flights: £535 return with Emirates Golf: The Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club offers an exceptional golfing experience, featuring championship courses designed by renowned architects. Dubai also offers several world-class golf courses, including Emirates Golf Club, where the Dubai Desert Classic is held every year, Jumeirah Golf Estates, and The Els Club. Weather: 20C -16C degrees (Faro) Flight time: 3 hours Flights: Ryanair offers one-way fares to Faro from £15.
99 Golf: Known for its pristine golf courses and stunning coastal landscapes, the Algarve is a golfers' paradise. Among the golf courses in the region are Vilamoura, which hosts the annual Algarve Open, and Quinta do Lago Championship Course or Vale do Lobo Ocean Course. Weather: 20C-16C (Malaga) Flight time: 3 hours Flights: Ryanair offers one-way fares to Malaga for £21.
99. Golf: Valderrama, h.