Turkey the destination of choice
Nobilis
Nobilis
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6,905 yards, par 72
Across the road from Gloria, the German-owned Robinson Nobilis, which opened in October 1998, is another championship-standard course shaped attractively from the mature conifers and inland waterways of Belek’s coastline. It was designed by Welshman Dave Thomas, whose greatest claim to fame, apart from twice finishing runner-up in the Open Championship, was to co-design The Belfry’s Brabazon, of Ryder Cup fame, with Peter Alliss.
The water hazards, fed from the nearby River Acisu, are smaller than at some of Belek’s other courses and the greens are on the large side, which may not suit uncertain putters but helps to provide golfers with a sizeable target for their approach shots and keeps play moving at a respectable pace. The fifth, 12th and 13th holes also offer thrilling views of the snow-capped Taurus Mountains, 30 miles inland and especially popular with the locals for skiing purposes.
Again, it is the par-threes which set the heart fluttering, with the ninth, 13th and 16th all flirting provocatively with water. The overall impression, though, is of a pleasant and attractive course – and the welcoming Nobilis clubhouse, with its fine upstairs restaurant and cork-tree shaded patio, provides the ultimate 19th-hole relaxation.
