Remarkable Golf Courses: Updated Illustrated Guide to the World’s Most Wonderful Courses | Pavilion Books

Discover a globe-spanning, illustrated journey

A revised and updated edition from Pavilion Children’s Books invites curious readers to explore the world’s most remarkable golf courses through lush illustrations, vivid photography, and engaging storytelling. This edition blends geography, culture, and sport into a dynamic visual tour that delights readers of all ages.

What you’ll discover

• High-altitude marvels from La Paz to Death Valley, captured in bold color and sense of scale.
• Desert greens in Nevada and Arizona framed by sun-warmed textures and rocky backdrops.
• Coastal greens, volcanic vistas, and historic landmarks that set the stage for play and imagination.
• Classic favorites such as St. Andrews, Carnoustie, Royal St. George, and Westward Ho! alongside newer additions like Ardfin, Blue Lakes, and Winston Links.
• Quirky course features that spark curiosity: an 18th green across a river with an electric ferry, a Los Angeles course with its own funicular, and Idaho’s floating hole that shifts daily.
• Heritage-rich settings that weave neolithic stones in Scotland, Roman roads in England, ruined castles in Wales, temples in Delhi, and the UNESCO bridge at Angkor Wat into the round.
• Story-rich routes such as Llanmynynech, where rounds straddle two countries, inviting readers to imagine cross-border play.

A sensory journey for readers and visitors

• Extraordinary photography that captures textures—from desert sand to emerald turf and shimmering water.
• Accessible writing paired with playful layouts, making global golf lore engaging for families and classrooms.

This updated edition adds fresh courses and fresh narratives, offering a world tour of landscapes, architectures, and design ideas. Imagine the thrill of a drive with a volcanic backdrop, or the hush of a green set against ancient stones. The book works as travel inspiration, a storytelling companion, and a conversation starter about geography, history, and landscape design. It also makes a thoughtful gift for young readers who love adventure, sport, and visual storytelling.