Colin Dalgleish co-founded PerryGolf with his brother 
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Colin’s travels have taken him to almost every corner of the globe where he has played many of the world’s finest courses along with some of its most remote and hard to reach venues. His leadership role since PerryGolf formalized its exclusive partnership with Azamara in 2011 has been the planning and execution of the Company’s annual portfolio of 15-20 worldwide golf cruises. Colin will be onboard 6-8 voyages each year serving as your host and program director.
Detailed Itinerary
Embark Azamara Journey from 1:00PM. All aboard by 4:30PM.
Welcome Cocktails & Briefing this evening. Meet your fellow participants and PerryGolf staff.
Overnight: In Port – Dubai, UAE
GOLF: Saadiyat Beach Golf Club boasts the first oceanfront course of the Arabian Peninsula. Designed by Gary Player it is located on Saadiyat Island and set along an azure coastline. The imaginative golf course routing provides a spectacular variety of golf experiences with every hole having its own unique character. From the creation of an aquatic habitat, to the introduction of salt-water lagoons, restoration of the beach and sand dunes, the course has been designed with strict environmentally friendly guidelines and a true sensitivity to the surrounding natural environment.
SIGHTSEEING: Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates and is the largest emirate by area. It is home to the seat of government, the Al Nahyan royal family, and a population of approximately 20% Emirati citizens and 80% expats. Its commitment to local culture and heritage, combined with international influences, is what makes Abu Dhabi an intriguing, exciting, and hospitable mix of new and old. Be sure to visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque with 82 domes, 24-carat gold-gilded chandeliers, and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, it’s a stunning place of worship. Go for a stroll along the waterfront of Corniche Road—which features separate pedestrian and bike paths, restaurants and cafés, and Corniche Beach—enjoy a desert Jeep safari, or shop to your hearts’ content at the many upscale malls and local souks throughout the city.
Enjoy Abu Dhabi on your own or via Azamara Shore Excursions®.
Port Explorer Guide - Abu Dhabi
Overnight: In Port – Abu Dhabi, UAE
Enjoy another full day in Abu Dhabi.
GOLF: Yas Links was designed by renowned course designer Kyle Phillips. Built on Yas Island, the course was almost 3 years in construction and used 2 million cubic metres of dredged sand to cap the land. Despite its relatively young age, Yas Links is proving to be one of the best courses in the region. Situated just across the highway from the Yas Marina Formula 1 track, the course utilizes the natural surroundings and weather conditions to create a truly wonderful links test that will excite all levels of golfers. Approximate road transfer time – 30 mins
Enjoy Abu Dhabi on your own or via Azamara Shore Excursions®.
Port Explorer Guide - Abu Dhabi
Overnight: At Sea
Sir Bani Yas is a natural island and the largest island in the United Arab Emirates. The name originates from the Bani Yas tribe who first inhabited Abu Dhabi. The island was originally the home to Arabia’s largest wildlife reserve which was established in 1977. Now, Sir Bani Yas showcases nature through activities such as adventure safaris, kayaking, mountain biking, archery, hiking and snorkeling, and was recently awarded the ‘World’s Leading Sustainable Tourism Destination’ at the 2014 World Travel Awards. The island is also home to UAE's only discovered Christian monastery. Believed to have been built around 600 AD, and abandoned in 750 AD, the monastery was initially discovered during excavations in 1992.
Enjoy Sir Bani Yas on your own or via Azamara Shore Excursions®.
Port Explorer Guide - Sir Bani Yas
Overnight: At Sea
GOLF: Education City Golf Club is a landmark project for Qatar and a 2020 European Tour venue. It comprises 33 holes – an 18-hole championship layout along with a 9-hole and a 6-hole layout all designed by Jose Maria Olazábal with the goal of growing the game. The course was designed and constructed in line with full USGA standards. Olazábal led the first few holes to an ancient wadi (riverbed) wall, allowing its charm and beauty to set the tone for your whole round as it continues its route through the desert. He says, “Along several holes on both the front and back nine, we continue the reoccurring riverbed feature which, on occasion, comes strategically into play.
SIGHTSEEING: Doha is the capital of Qatar, a bustling and cosmopolitan city which has undergone rapid economic expansion, as evident by stunning new buildings, resorts, and sporting venues, not to mention fantastic shopping malls and revitalized souqs. One of Doha’s premier highlights is the waterfront promenade Al-Corniche, showcasing Doha Bay, city skyscrapers, and Palm Tree Island. In its efforts to become a regional hub of culture, Doha has also built a number of museums such as the Museum of Islamic Art. In addition to featuring Islamic art from three continents spanning 1,400 years and being designed by renowned architect I.M. Pei, it’s also home to the restaurant IDAM by legendary chef Alain Ducasse.
Enjoy Doha on your own or via Azamara Shore Excursions®.
Overnight: In Port – Doha, Qatar
Enjoy another full morning in Doha.
Enjoy Doha on your own or via Azamara Shore Excursions®.
Overnight: At Sea
GOLF: Golf today on Trump International Dubai. Routed on over 500 acres and forged from what was previously flat and barren desert. Designed by Gil Hanse to provide an 18-hole links style course. Aspects of the design blended with the desert climate work in cohesion to provide a special golf experience and a true test of the game. The course utilized a massive and cavernous barranca (valley) as the backbone of the routing. As players proceed through the course, the barranca strategically interacts with the holes providing elevation change, profound views and many exciting golf shots. Rare to desert golf is the handful of holes which incorporate formidable water hazards.
SIGHTSEEING: Dubai may already be mistaken for a movie set featuring a futuristic metropolis, and even greater plans are in the works. Located in the middle of the desert where almost nothing existed 20 years ago, there are so many building projects that foreign construction crews vastly outnumber citizens. Everything is the biggest, tallest, and the first of its kind, including manmade islands shaped like palm trees and the world’s first underwater hotel. It’s a striking collection of styles, including modern interpretations of ancient architecture. Consider a visit to the top of Burj Khalifa or the Souk Al Bahar, an Arabesque shopping mall located in the heart of the prestigious Downtown Burj Khalifa, on the Old Town Island.
Enjoy Dubai on your own or via Azamara Shore Excursions®.
Overnight: At Sea
Disembark Azamara Journey at 9:00AM.
Fitness Center and
Spa
Cabaret Lounge
Indulgences
Guest Laundry Facility
