Cambodia

Phokeethra Country Club Angkor Wat

• Dontro Village, Levea Commune, Pouk District, Siem Reap, +855-6396-4600. www.phokeethragolf.com
18 holes / Par 72, 7,327 yards.
The course: Not far from the temple ruins of Angkor Wat, this course certainly embraces the history of the area—the first tee is actually from an 11th century bridge. Designed in 2004 by Thailand’s V Golf Design, who also created Suwan Country Club outside Bangkok, the course sees generous fairways and greens. Still, it’s no pushover, with water playing a large part in many of the 18 holes. The course has hosted the annual Asian Tour Johnnie Walker Cambodian Open for the past four years. Extras: Le Spa by Sofitel, clubhouse.
The accommodation: The course is managed by hotel chain Sofitel, so you can expect luxe comforts during your stay. Choose between 238 superior and deluxe rooms and 23 suites.
For golf widows: The UNESCO Site of Angkor Wat and its spectacular temples is less than 30 minutes away.

Malaysia

The Mines Golf Club

• Jalan Kelikir, Mines Resort City, Seri Kembangan, Selangor, +603-8943-2233/6688. www.minesgolfclub.com
18 holes / Par 72, 6,191 yards.
The course: This lakeside course, designed by one of the world’s leading golf architects Robert Trent Jones Jr., recently hosted the first PGA tournament in South East Asia, the CIMB Asia Pacific Classic PGA tournament. As its name suggests, it was created on the site of the world’s largest open-cast mine in 1982, and the carefully manicured fairways established it as one of the leading golf courses in Malaysia. Extras: indoor pool and driving range.
The accommodation: It is actually part of a large resort compound, which means you have a choice of the Mines Wellness Hotel, the Mines Resort and the opulent bling of the Palace of the Golden Horses.
For golf widows: Situated 15km south of KL, the Mines complex includes the Mines Mall, an exhibition center and the 80-hectare funpark, the Mines Wonderland.

Indonesia

Nirwana Bali Golf Club

• Jalan Raya Tanah Lot Kediri, Tabanan, Bali, +62-361-815-960. www.nirwanabaligolf.com
18 holes / Par 72, 6,775 yards
The course: Designed by legendary Aussie golfer Greg Norman, the course certainly makes use of its natural surroundings and is visually stunning. With rice terraces and tropical jungle offering unique hazards, there are also three holes running along the cliffs of the Indian Ocean. The highlight has to be the par 3 7th hole which requires nerves of steel as you hit over the ocean towards the tight green.
The accommodation: The course is part of Le Méridien Nirwana Bali Golf & Spa Resort whose collection of one and two-bedroom villas are set in lush grounds which also feature four pools, a fitness center and its own spa.
For golf widows: The course is located next to the famous Tanah Lot sea temple for those seeking a more cultural trip.

Ria Bintan

• Jalan Perigi Raja, Lagoi North Bintan, Kepulauan Riau Bintan Resorts, +62-770-692-839/842. www.irabintan.com
27 holes / Par 72 6470 yards (Ocean Course).
The course: Choose between two courses: the 18-hole Ocean Course, designed by Gary Player, and the 9-hole Forest Course. Ria Bintan is blessed with an interesting mix of ocean views, tropical forest and large elevation changes, making it a challenging but fun round of golf and helping it win numerous awards, including being named Best Golf Course in Asia in 2009 by Asian Golf Monthly. Extras: spa and driving range.
The accommodation: Part of a 1,100-acre development project, you can choose between Club Med and the 330 hectares of Nirwana Gardens Resort, which offers a range of villas to choose from.
For golf widows: With 6 tennis courts, 2 squash courts, a private beach and activities ranging from archery to circus trapeze available at Club Med, you really shouldn’t get bored.

Brunei

The Empire Golf Club

• Jerudong BG3122, Negara Brunei Darussalam, +673-241-8222. golf@theempirehotel.com, www.theempirehotel.com
18 holes / Par 71, 7,029 yards
The course: There aren’t many reasons for going to Brunei, but this Jack Nicklaus-designed course might be one of them. The impeccable fairways and manicured greens of this flawless course are carved through the rainforest and along the coast of this tiny kingdom on the tip of Borneo. Extras: floodlights for night games, spa and driving range.
The accommodation: The Empire is simply the hotel in Brunei. Opulent and spectacular highlights have to include the towering lobby and the huge swimming pool complete with a real sand floor.
For golf widows: Really not a lot for you. Our best suggestion, have a Heart of Darkness moment with a river tour into the tropical jungle and possibly spot the rare and weird looking proboscis monkeys.

Vietnam

Dalat Palace Golf Club

• Phu Dong Thien Vuong, Dalat, Lam Dong, +84-633-821-201.
www.dalatpalacegolf.vn
18 holes / Par 72, 7,009 yards
The course: The Dalat Palace might have first opened in 1922, but it underwent a major redesign in 1994 and was voted Best Golf Course in Vietnam by Asian Golf Monthly magazine in 2009. At 5,000 feet (1,500 meters) above sea level it offers a beautiful setting, thanks to the backdrop of mountains and majestic pines while challenging even the best golfers with its rolling hills and a series of lakes on the back 9. Extras: driving range.
The accommodation: Choose between the Sofitel-run, 43-room Dalat Palace which was built in 1922 and boasts a classic art deco style, or the 4-star, 144-room Dalat Hotel Du Parc.
For golf widows: It’s located just outside Dalat City which was founded as a colonial French hill-station and is now known as Vietnam’s “Petit Paris.” The small town offers plenty of classic Indochine architecture to admire in a quaint mountain setting.

Laos

Dansavahn Golf Club

• www.dansavahn.com/golfclub
18 holes / Par 72, 6,503 yards
The course: Dansavahn easily takes the prize as the most beautiful golf course in Laos, (although there are only four) thanks to its picture perfect location by Nam Ngum Lake which is one of the largest in Asia. Not surprisingly, water plays a big part in the layout of the course and comes into play on no fewer than 10 holes. Pro shop and golf hire available.
The accommodation: The Dansavanh Nam Ngum Resort includes the pretty basic but also pretty cheap Le Chalet with air con rooms at B800 a night.
For golf widows: If you can’t stand the real greens then hit the green baize and gamble your stay away at the small Club 19 casino which happens to be open 24 hours a day. Or jump in a speedboat for a tour of the lake.

Singapore

Sentosa Golf Club

• 27 Bukit Manis Rd., +65-6275-0090. www.sentosagolf.com.sg
36 holes / Serapong Par 72, 6565m 6218m; Tanjong Par 72, 6565m
The course: Only a 30-minute drive from Orchard Road, the Sentosa Golf Club is home to two of the best golf courses in Asia, both offering panoramic views of Singapore harbor and the South China Sea. The Serapong course was renovated in 2007 and is a tight, challenging course where the lagoon comes into play on several holes. The Tanjong course starts with an impressive opening par 4, and while slightly more forgiving, it features plenty of water and some major elevations. Extras: floodlit holes and two clubhouses.
The accommodation: Located right next door is the The Sentosa Resort, a member of the Beaufort Hotel chain.
For golf widows: Sitting on the party island of Sentosa you’re spoilt for choice to hit the casinos, head to Universal studios or just chill on the artificial beach.