30 places to discover
Anglesea is a coastal town on the Great Ocean Road in Victoria's Surf Coast Shire, about 110 km southwest of Melbourne. Situated where the Anglesea River meets Bass Strait, it is known for its long sandy main beach, river estuary, and surrounding Anglesea Heath. The town is a popular family holiday destination and gateway to the Great Ocean Road, noted for surfing, river activities, bushwalking and kangaroos at the local golf course.
Anvaya Cove is an exclusive seaside residential and leisure community in Morong, Bataan, on the west coast of Luzon facing the South China Sea. Developed by Ayala Land Premier, it integrates a sheltered cove, sandy shoreline and forested hillside with a Beach and Nature Club and an 18-hole golf course. Known for low-density planning and native landscaping, it operates as a private, members-only resort community rather than a public beach.
Barnbougle Dunes is a world-renowned links golf course located at Bridport in the Dorset municipality of north-east Tasmania, Australia. Set among coastal dunes overlooking Bass Strait and Anderson Bay, it opened in 2004 on former farmland. Designed by Tom Doak with Mike Clayton, the 18-hole course is consistently ranked among Australia's and the world's top public-access courses and forms part of the Barnbougle resort alongside Lost Farm.
Bolgatty Island, also known as Mulavukad, is a picturesque island in Kochi featuring the historic Bolgatty Palace, one of the oldest Dutch palaces outside the Netherlands. Built in 1744 by Dutch traders, the palace later served as the British Governor's residence. Today it operates as a KTDC heritage resort with a nine-hole golf course, marina, and cultural facilities. The island offers scenic backwater views and hosts the Kochi International Marina.
Bolgatty Palace is a former Dutch palace built in 1744 on Bolgatty Island in Kochi, Kerala. It is one of the oldest Dutch palaces outside the Netherlands. Originally serving as the residence for Dutch governors and later British residents, it was converted into a heritage hotel resort by KTDC in 1976. The property features colonial architecture, lush gardens, and a nine-hole golf course.
Bundoora Park is a 180-hectare public park in Bundoora, within the City of Darebin, about 15 kilometres northeast of central Melbourne, Victoria. Centred near the historic Bundoora Homestead precinct, it combines open parkland, woodlands and the Darebin Creek corridor. Notable for Cooper's Settlement heritage village, a working children's farm, an 18-hole public golf course, Mt Cooper lookout and extensive walking and cycling trails, it is a major recreational and educational reserve for northern Melbourne.
Camp John Hay is a former United States military reservation turned leisure and eco-tourism estate on Loakan Road in Baguio City, Benguet. Established in 1903 and named after US Secretary of State John Milton Hay, the 625-hectare pine-forested property now features hotels, a golf course, historical sites, and nature trails. It is notable for its cool mountain climate, preserved American-era structures, and accessible forest park within the city.
The Coober Pedy Opal Fields Golf Club is an 18-hole, par-72 desert golf course on the outskirts of Coober Pedy in South Australia's arid outback. Established to serve the opal mining community, it is notable for having no grass; fairways are bare desert earth and greens are oiled sand scrapes. Fully affiliated with Golf Australia, it is often cited as the world's most unique opal fields course and a distinctive outback visitor attraction.
Dai Lai Lake is an artificial freshwater lake in Ngoc Thanh Ward, Phuc Yen City, Phu Tho Province, about 50 km north of Hanoi at the foot of the Tam Dao range. Created between 1959 and 1963 as an irrigation reservoir, it covers about 520 hectares with an island and surrounding pine forests. The lake is notable for its scenic mountain backdrop, calm waters, and integrated resort area including Flamingo Dai Lai Resort and a golf course.
Dakak Park & Beach Resort is a large beachfront resort in Barangay Taguilon, Dapitan City, Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines. Situated along the Sulu Sea coastline north of central Dapitan, it is known for its white-sand beach, extensive grounds, swimming pools, and integrated leisure facilities. Established in the 1990s, it is one of the most prominent resort destinations in western Mindanao and a major contributor to tourism in the Dapitan-Dipolog area.
The Del Monte Pineapple Plantation is a vast agricultural estate in Camp Phillips, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, Mindanao, Philippines. Operated by Del Monte Philippines since 1926, it covers thousands of hectares along the Bukidnon-Davao Road. It is notable as one of the largest pineapple plantations in the Philippines and a major agri-tourism site. Visitors see extensive pineapple fields, the Del Monte Clubhouse, golf course, and processing facilities that highlight Bukidnon's pineapple industry.
Fort Ilocandia Resort Hotel is a beachfront resort hotel in Barangay Calayab, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, Philippines, located along the South China Sea coast north of the city center. Built in 1983 with Spanish-Moorish architecture, it is the only five-star resort in northern Philippines. The property features extensive landscaped grounds, swimming pools, a golf course and casino, and serves as a base for exploring Ilocos Norte's heritage and natural attractions.
Gulmarg Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course located in the Gulmarg meadow in Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir, at an altitude of about 2,650 metres. Established in 1911 during the British period and later redesigned as a par-72 course, it is considered one of the highest green golf courses in the world. Set amid open meadows surrounded by snow-capped Himalayan peaks, it operates seasonally and is a major summer attraction for golf and sightseeing.
Gulmarg Meadow is a vast alpine meadow in Gulmarg town, Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir, situated at about 2,650 metres in the Pir Panjal range of the Himalayas. Known as the Meadow of Flowers, it is surrounded by snow-capped peaks and pine forests. The meadow is notable for its seasonal transformation, lush and flower-covered in summer and snow-covered in winter, and for the Gulmarg Gondola, one of the highest cable cars in the world.
Hamilton Island is the largest inhabited island of the Whitsunday Islands in Queensland, Australia, located in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park off the coast of Airlie Beach. It is a developed resort island known for its beaches, marina, and as a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach. The island combines resort accommodation, natural bushland, and reef access within the Whitsunday Region local government area.
Hunter Valley Wineries is a collection of more than 150 cellar doors and vineyards centred on Pokolbin in the Cessnock local government area, New South Wales, about 120 kilometres north of Sydney. Recognised as Australia's oldest wine region, it is renowned for Semillon and Shiraz. The area features rolling vineyards, historic estates, restaurants and accommodation, attracting visitors for tastings, tours and food experiences year-round.
Iloilo Golf and Country Club in Santa Barbara, Iloilo, is the oldest golf course in the Philippines, established in 1907 by Scottish engineers of the Panay Railways. Located about 15 kilometers north of Iloilo City, the 18-hole course occupies flat terrain within the historic town center. Notable for its heritage status, century-old layout, and association with early American colonial period development, it remains an active private club hosting local tournaments and visitors with advance arrangements.
The Gymkhana Club Heritage Grounds in Jorhat, Assam, is the historic Jorhat Gymkhana Club established in 1876 by British tea planters. Located on Gymkhana Road in central Jorhat, it is renowned for housing the oldest golf course in Asia and the third oldest in the world, a 9-hole course still in use. The grounds also include a heritage clubhouse, racecourse, and polo field, reflecting colonial-era leisure culture of Assam's tea industry.
Kilmore is a historic town in the Mitchell Shire, about 60 kilometres north of Melbourne, Victoria. Established in 1837, it is recognised as Victoria's oldest inland town. The town retains heritage streetscapes, bluestone buildings and churches along Sydney Street, and serves as a service centre for the surrounding rural district with cafes, shops, galleries and heritage attractions.
Lidder Valley Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course located in Pahalgam in Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir, set along the Lidder River at an altitude of about 2,400 metres. Surrounded by pine forests and snow-capped Himalayan peaks, it is one of the highest golf courses in the region. Maintained by the Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Development Corporation, it serves as a seasonal recreational attraction and scenic open space for visitors to Pahalgam.
Metung is a small waterfront village in East Gippsland, Victoria, situated on a narrow peninsula between Bancroft Bay and Lake King on the Gippsland Lakes system. Located about 314 kilometres east of Melbourne and 31 kilometres from Bairnsdale, it is known for its sheltered waterways, jetties, and relaxed lakeside character. The village serves as a centre for boating, fishing and dining, and is a gateway to the Gippsland Lakes and nearby coastal attractions.
Sanasar Meadow is a high-altitude grassland located about 19 km west of Batote in Ramban district, Jammu and Kashmir. Comprising two small villages, Sana and Sar, it forms a cup-shaped meadow surrounded by coniferous forests and Himalayan ranges. Developed by the Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Development Corporation, it is known for its tranquil lake, adventure activities and panoramic views, serving as a quieter alternative to nearby Patnitop.
Thenzawl Wellness Centre is a wellness and eco-tourism resort located in Thenzawl town in Serchhip District, Mizoram. Developed as part of Mizoram tourism initiatives, it integrates traditional wellness therapies, accommodation in log huts and cottages, and a golf course set amid rolling hills and pine forests. The centre is notable for combining Ayurvedic and spa treatments with scenic natural surroundings and proximity to Thenzawl's handloom and natural attractions.
Thredbo is an alpine resort village in Kosciuszko National Park in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council area. Established in 1957 as a ski resort, it is located on the Thredbo River below the Ramshead Range. It is notable as Australia's premier year-round alpine destination, offering Australia's longest ski runs, lift-accessed hiking and mountain biking, and gateway access to Mount Kosciuszko.
Thunderbird Resorts - Poro Point is a Mediterranean-inspired integrated resort located on the cliffside of Poro Point Freeport Zone in San Fernando, La Union, Philippines. Overlooking the South China Sea and San Fernando Bay, it is known for its whitewashed Santorini-style architecture, nine-hole golf course, casino, and infinity pools. Built within the former Wallace Air Station, it serves as a leisure and gaming destination in northern Luzon.
Tuan Chau Island is the largest island in Ha Long Bay, located in Tuan Chau Ward, Ha Long City, Quang Ninh Province. Connected to the mainland by a 2 km concrete bridge, it is a major resort and entertainment complex within the Ha Long Bay UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 2,200-hectare schist island features an artificial sandy beach, resorts, marina, golf course and amusement park, serving as a gateway for cruises and sightseeing in Ha Long Bay.
Tuyen Lam Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Da Lat, Lam Dong Province, located about 6 km south of the city center near Truc Lam Zen Monastery. Created between 1982 and 1987 by damming the Tia Stream, it covers about 320 hectares and is surrounded by pine forests and mountains. Recognized as a National Scenic Site in 1998, it is notable for its tranquil waters, forested islands, and integration with resorts, golf course and ecotourism facilities.
Wattle Park is a 68-hectare heritage-listed public park in Burwood, within the City of Whitehorse, about 12 kilometres east of central Melbourne, Victoria. Established in 1917 by the Hawthorn Tramways Trust and now managed by Parks Victoria, it is notable for extensive wattle plantations, the historic Wattle Park Chalet, heritage tram shelter, walking tracks, picnic areas and seasonal wattle blossom displays.
Yarra Bend Park is a large natural bushland park on the Yarra River about 4 km northeast of central Melbourne, spanning Kew, Fairfield and Abbotsford in the Cities of Boroondara and Yarra. Managed by Parks Victoria, it is the largest area of natural bushland close to the city centre. Notable for its river gorge, open woodlands, picnic areas, walking and cycling trails, and a significant grey-headed flying-fox colony.
Yarrawonga is a town on the Murray River in the Shire of Moira, Victoria, on the border with New South Wales opposite Mulwala. It is situated on Lake Mulwala, an artificial lake created by the Yarrawonga Weir in 1939. The town is a major regional tourism centre known for water-based recreation, golf, fishing and Murray River foreshore reserves, serving as a gateway to the High Country and Riverina.