Hack your golf holiday in 2025: Receive 53 days holiday for 23 days annual leave
Make the most of your annual leave this year and play as much golf as possible. Simply plan carefully and follow our guide below!
Make the most of your annual leave this year and play as much golf as possible. Simply plan carefully and follow our guide below!
2025 promises to be the year of great golf holidays and you can take full advantage with some careful planning. If playing more golf was one of your resolutions this year you will be glad to know that you can enjoy up to 53 days off in 2025 for a cost of just 23 days of annual leave. This grants you an amazing opportunity to get out on the course and play one of the thousands of world-class venues we offer.
We recommend getting in early to plan your year of golf, and by booking now you can take advantage of our great group discounts, added extras and yearly promos. Plus, you can get ahead of your work friends and ensure that your holiday takes priority!
With spring opening and the wintery weather disappearing, April is an excellent month to use some of your annual leave and kick-off the golf season with an incredible golf break.
With the Good Friday Bank Holiday on the 18th April and the Easter Monday Bank Holiday on the 21st April, you can enjoy a 10-day holiday using only four days of annual leave from the 14th – 17th April.
See below our hand-picked destinations for April and start planning your next golf holiday:
Italy The perfect location for a quiet spring golf retreat, Italy is a hugely underrated golf destination. Enjoy the many beautiful courses including the 2023 Ryder Cup host Marco Simone, and a variety of incredible destinations to visit including Sardinia, Sicily, Turin, Tuscany & more. With average April temperatures of 18-20°C, the conditions are ideal for playing golf.
Canary Islands With sun-soaked beaches, top-quality golf courses, year-round sunshine and luxury resorts, the Canary Islands offer everything you need for a fantastic golf break in April. Enjoy a temperate April climate, with average highs of 22°C and lows of 16°C – it’s a great location for escaping the showers of the UK.
Turkey The home of all-inclusive golf holidays, Turkey is the ultimate April destination. Temperatures haven’t quite hit the summer highs with averages of 19°C and the courses are in their peak condition. With numerous five-star beachfront resorts to choose from and picturesque championship courses to play, Turkey is a great destination choice for spring golf.
Cyprus A top-tier location year-round, Cyprus is another excellent option for an April break. Play the DP World Tour host venue Aphrodite Hills, explore the heritage, culture & nightlife of Paphos, and enjoy adventurous activities including sailing & rock climbing.
A month full of travel opportunities, May enjoys longer days, increasing temperatures, and is right before the summer travel period, meaning you can get away before the summer rush and enjoy a golf holiday in the sun.
With the early May Bank Holiday on the 5th May and the spring bank holiday on the 26th May there’s two opportunities to cash in your annual leave and get out on the course on a break with your friends. Enjoy a 9-day holiday using 4 days annual leave from either 6th May – 9th May or 27th May – 30th May.
See below our top destinations for May:
Portugal – Algarve Famous for its variety of world-class courses, fantastic culture and superb climate, the Algarve is an excellent choice for a golf holiday in May. With average temperatures of 22°C, conditions are at their absolute best for golf and with notable bucket-list courses at Quinta do Lago, Vale do Lobo and Dom Pedro, there is no better time to travel to this renowned region.
Spain – Murcia One of the warmest regions in Spain, Murcia enjoys over 300 days of sunshine and continues to be one of our most popular European golf destinations. The average May temperature in Murcia is 27°C making it a great option for May as a destination which will deliver great golf and sunshine.
With well-regarded resorts like the newly refurbed Grand Hyatt La Manga Club & Resort and Hacienda del Alamo, Murcia always delivers an enjoyable golf experience.
With the summer in full swing, August is one of the most popular months to getaway and enjoy a golf break with your family and friends. Take advantage of a 9-day holiday using only four days of annual leave from the 26th - 29th August with the summer bank holiday on the 25th August, meaning you can extend that summer feeling just a little bit longer into September.
Scotland The historic home of golf, Scotland has some of the world’s best courses and is the top destination for a break to tick off some of the game’s most iconic courses.
With Open venues like St Andrews, Royal Troon & Carnoustie, to some of the best quality golf resorts like Gleneagles, Fairmont St Andrews and Turnberry, you can enjoy golf in its purest form. With average August temperatures of 19°C, it’s the perfect time of year to visit.
With Christmas on the way, December presents the last chance for you to use up any remaining annual leave and enjoy sunnier fairways.
This year you can enjoy a 9-day holiday using only 3 days of annual leave by booking off the 22nd - 24th of December with the Christmas Day and Boxing Day bank holidays. Or additionally, book off the 29th - 31st of December alongside the New Year’s Day bank holidays, so you can start the year by having 13 days off to play some of the world’s best golf courses.
UAE The perfect winter sun golf destination, the UAE offers a memorable holiday complemented by five-star luxury, DP World Tour level courses and warm weather in the winter months.
With December highs of 25°C to 28°C, the weather remains great for golf, meaning you bask in the sun and enjoy that summer feeling just a little bit longer.
Mauritius An island paradise and home to some of the African continent's best golf courses, Mauritius has numerous world-class all-inclusive resorts and pristine beaches to enjoy. With a tropical climate and December averages of 27°C, Mauritius is a top destination to get some well-deserved winter sun and play truly stunning golf courses.
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