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Do you want to start playing golf? This is the right place!

Golf Hotel in Tuscany of Villa Campestri

If you have always wanted to start playing Golf, but you’ve never approached this sport, it’s no longer time to postpone.

Find out with us the philosophy behind playing this Sport and discover the best hotels in Tuscany with a nearby Golf course!

The philosophy of Golf

It is a Sport that has all the features typical of other sports practices: physical activity, sense of competition, rules to be respected.

Behind the game there is a real philosophy as it is good for body and mind: it improve coordination and muscles elasticity. More stimulate to continually improve, relaxes, helps to socialize (but, if desired, it can be practiced on its own).

Golf is a Sport of traditions and values that has always been able to evolve with the times. The progression was continued both in terms of the material, the rules or the architecture of the paths.

Today, more and more young people play Golf.

The traditions, values and spirit of golf form the basis of discipline. It’s a game with human values that at the same time promotes better quality of life, fairplay, integrity, sportsmanship, honesty.

It also helps the player to develop self-control and courtesy, respect for the opponent, the environment, and discipline.

Those who practice it also learn to take on their responsibilities, to demonstrate determination, perseverance, adaptability, and discernment.

Starting to play Golf in Tuscany

A lot of people think that starting to play is very challenging and requires a technical outfit. Actually, to play golf, sneakers and comfortable clothing are enough.

Playing consumes about 200 calories per hour, but you can even exceed the 1000 in 18 holes: no so bad to keep fit, right?

In Tuscany you can find many hotels in the greenery with nearby Golf course.

If you do not know where to play here is a list of Golf Hotel in Tuscany or Resorts with nearby Golf courses.

Terme di Saturnia Spa and Golf Resort is the perfect solution for those planning a holiday in Maremma and wants to combine the practice of Golf with the thermal water wellness.

• Argentario Golf Resort and Spa is a fabulous property, perfectly immersed in the beautiful surrounding nature ideal for those who want to start playing golf without sacrificing a relaxing beach break.

Versilia Golf Resort directly overlooks the golf course and allows you to enjoy the comfort of a luxurious holiday with the typical Versilia night life.

Even the green Mugello offers the opportunity to enjoy wonderful holidays by practicing golf.

For those who want to start playing, Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort is definitely the right solution.

Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort is located just few kilometers away from the Golf Club Poggio dei Medici.

The camp is open all year, every day. A PGA professional is always available for individual lessons.

If you love it or if you want to start practicing this sport, what are you waiting for?
Come visit us at Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort!

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