Golf Trips for Women: Destinations and Operators
A great women's golf trip is built on the same things that make any trip great, walkable resort golf in fine condition, a comfortable hotel, easy logistics and plenty to do off the course, with a warm, welcoming atmosphere at the clubs. Here are the destinations that deliver all of that, the operators and networks that run women's trips, and how to plan one, whether a group of friends, a women only departure or a mixed party of golfers and non golfers.
Photo: Vale do Lobo, the Algarve, via Google.
The destinations that work best
The best women's golf trips share a profile: a tight cluster of walkable, well conditioned resort courses around one comfortable hotel, reliable weather, short transfers, and a spread of spa, dining, culture and shopping for the time off the course. That suits a women only group, a pair of friends, or a mixed party where not everyone plays. These are the destinations we send women's groups to most.
The Algarve, Portugal
The all round favourite. Warm, settled weather, a dense cluster of excellent and walkable resort courses around Vilamoura and Quinta do Lago, Vale do Lobo, San Lorenzo and Monte Rei among them, fine seafood, good spas and short flights from across Europe. It is welcoming, easy and superb value, especially in the spring and autumn shoulders, and it works equally well for a serious golfing group or a mixed party.
The Costa del Sol, Spain
The depth choice. Dozens of courses within an hour of Malaga, from Marbella's resort layouts to the great Sotogrande country, paired with a lively coast of restaurants, beach clubs and culture. The variety means a group can match the golf to its level, and the off course life is among the best in European golf. Warm for much of the year and easy to reach, it is a dependable women's trip.
Mauritius and the UAE
The long haul luxury options. Mauritius pairs world class, walkable resort golf at Anahita and Heritage Le Telfair with five star lagoon hotels and spas, while Dubai and Abu Dhabi offer championship courses, glamorous hotels, beach clubs and shopping in guaranteed winter sun. Both are premium, polished trips where the resort and the experience matter as much as the golf.
Scottsdale and the Monterey Peninsula, United States
The American picks. Scottsdale combines dramatic desert resort golf with world class spas and dining in a warm winter and spring season, and the Monterey Peninsula pairs the bucket list golf of Pebble Beach with the beauty of Carmel and Big Sur. Both reward a group that wants a memorable trip with as much off the course as on it.
The operators and networks
You can plan a women's golf trip privately, join an organized group departure, or somewhere in between. Mainstream golf travel companies will build a private trip for any group, women included, and a number of specialist operators run women only and women friendly departures with hosts, clinics and a social itinerary built in. The largest women's golf community, the LPGA Amateur Golf Association, brings together over 18,500 members across more than 130 chapters worldwide and partners on organized international golf trips to destinations such as Scotland, Iceland and Australia, a good route into group travel for golfers of any ability.
Which format suits you depends on the group. A close set of friends usually wants a private trip, shaped exactly to their golf and their pace. A solo golfer or a smaller group often prefers a hosted departure for the company, the structure and the ready made social side. Either way, the practical brief is the same, and a trip planner can match you to the right operator or build the private version, securing the tee times, the resort and the transfers.
What to look for, at a glance
| Factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Walkable, well conditioned golf | Resort courses in fine trim, buggy friendly where wanted, suit every level |
| A tight cluster around one hotel | Short transfers, no changing base, more time to enjoy the trip |
| Off course depth | Spa, dining, culture and shopping keep a mixed group happy |
| Easy flights and reliable weather | Less travel stress and a better chance of playing every round |
| A welcoming club atmosphere | Relaxed, friendly courses make the golf more enjoyable |
| Shoulder season value | Spring and autumn give the best conditions at the best prices |
A planning guide for weighing destinations; conditions and rates change, so always confirm directly before booking. Find a women friendly resort base.
Plan your women's golf trip
Tell us the group, the golf and what you want off the course, and we will match you to the right destination and, if you prefer, the right hosted departure, then secure the tee times, the resort and the transfers. One concierge costs the whole trip to the head, with no obligation.
Women's golf trip questions
Where are the best golf trips for women?
The best women's golf trips tend to combine excellent, walkable resort golf with great hotels, spas, dining and easy logistics. The Algarve and the Costa del Sol lead in Europe, with Mallorca and the Canary Islands close behind, Mauritius and the UAE for long haul warmth and luxury, and Scottsdale and the Monterey Peninsula in the United States. Each pairs strong golf with plenty to do off the course for a mixed group. Always confirm current fees and conditions directly before booking.
Are there golf travel operators for women?
Yes. Alongside mainstream golf travel companies, there are women's golf networks and specialist operators that run organized trips for women of all abilities. The LPGA Amateur Golf Association, a global community of over 18,500 members across more than 130 chapters, partners on international golf trips to destinations such as Scotland, Iceland and Australia, and a number of independent operators run women only and women friendly group departures. A trip planner can match you to the right format, whether a group departure or a private trip.
What makes a destination good for a women's golf trip?
Look for walkable or buggy friendly resort courses in fine condition, a cluster of golf close to one comfortable hotel, and plenty to do off the course, spa, dining, culture and shopping, so a mixed group of golfers and non golfers is happy. Easy flights, reliable weather and short transfers matter too, as does a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere at the clubs. The Algarve, the Costa del Sol and Mauritius score highly on all of these. Always confirm current details directly before booking.
How much does a women's golf trip cost?
It depends entirely on the destination and the style. A European resort week in the Algarve or on the Costa del Sol can be excellent value, often well below a long haul luxury trip, while Mauritius, the UAE or a Monterey Peninsula trip sit at the premium end. As a guide, budget for the green fees, a comfortable resort hotel, transfers and the off course extras, and book in the shoulder seasons for the best value. Always confirm current fees directly before booking.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Destinations and operator notes verified June 2026. Last reviewed June 2026.