Etihad Airways continues its commitment to Abu Dhabi as a global golfing destination with an enticing offering for golfers
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has announced it will be offering free golf bag luggage on its flights to Abu Dhabi with immediate effect.
Thousands of golfers fly in to Abu Dhabi annually to enjoy the fairways and greens across the city’s pristine courses and this offering from Etihad aims to improve their overall golfing experience. Etihad Airways is also the official airline partner for the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship presented by EGA, a Rolex series event, which takes place annually in the capital. This European Tour event will enter its 15th year in January 2020.
Etihad Airways’ golf allowance includes an additional golf bag containing one set of clubs, one pair of golf shoes, and a golf umbrella or parasol, which may be carried free of charge on Etihad Airways flights. Hareb Al Muhairy, Senior Vice-President Destination and Leisure Management at Etihad Airways, commented: “The capital’s golf courses are some of the many highlights of a visit to the UAE and it is our pleasure to welcome and encourage golfers to the city. The launch of this free service will encourage golf lovers worldwide to enjoy the sport with greater ease in one of the most beautiful destinations in the world.”
Clinton Norris, Senior Sales Manager of Abu Dhabi Golf Club and Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, managed by Troon, the world’s leading management company, has expressed his support for this initiative. He commented: “Etihad’s unwavering support of Golf in Abu Dhabi has been incremental in the development of the capital as a world-class golfing destination and their newest offering demonstrates their commitment to continually growing the city. This additional offering gives us a great tool to continue our growth in golf tourism to Abu Dhabi.”
Hala Abu Dhabi, Etihad Airways’ destination and events division, is a member of The International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) and offers bespoke group golf trips to the United Arab Emirates. All trade and direct customers can learn more and book their golf packages though Hala Abu Dhabi (golfbookings@halaabudhabi.ae) or Etihad Holidays at www.etihadholidays.com
For all trade enquires about Abu Dhabi Golf Club and Saadiyat Beach Golf Club please email: cnorris@troon.com
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About Troon
Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Troon is the world’s largest golf management company providing services at more than 430 locations around the globe, including managing 470 18-hole equivalent golf courses. In addition to golf, Troon specializes in homeowner association management, private residence clubs, estate management and associated hospitality venues. Troon’s award-winning food and beverage division operates and manages more than 150 restaurants located at golf resorts, private clubs, daily fee golf courses and recreational facilities. With properties located in 45 states and 33 countries, divisions of Troon include Troon Golf, Honours Golf, Troon Privé (the private club operating division of Troon), Troon International, OB Sports, Cliff Drysdale Management and RealFood Consulting. There are currently 67 Troon-affiliated properties featuring 87 golf courses on national and international “Top 100” rankings. Troon-affiliated properties include Belfair in Bluffton, South Carolina; Wickenburg Ranch Golf & Social Club in Wickenburg, Ariz.; Yocha Dehe Golf Club in Brooks, Calif.; Saadiyat Beach Golf Club in Abu Dhabi, UAE; and Buenaventura Golf Club in Panama. For additional news and information, visit www.Troon.com, or connect with Troon on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+, Blog, Press Room, or subscribe to TROON Magazine.
With Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland and Dubai UAE, Troon International is committed to developing Troon’s presence throughout the world. This rapidly expanding division now oversees operations at 50 courses in 24 countries including England, Scotland, Spain, Norway, the United Arab Emirates, Australia and South Korea with further expansion planned across all regions.
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