Assoufid Golf Club elected best course in Morocco in 2015 announces the signing of a partnership with Mission Hills China, the world's leading golf resort in terms of surface area, which aims to introduce the golf course of Marrakech to one of the new markets emerging from world golf and one of the most promising.

  • Assoufid Golf Club enters into partnership with the largest golf complex in the world
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Assoufid Golf Club, the unique 18-hole desert-style course near the bustling city of Marrakech, has signed a reciprocal agreement with the world's largest golf complex, Mission Hills China.

Thanks to this partnership, members of Assoufid Golf Club, an award-winning resort, will benefit from exceptional advantages in Mission Hills. This resort offers golf courses designed by some of the biggest names in the modern era, including Sir Nick Faldo, Annika Sorenstam and Ernie Els. Mission Hills members will enjoy the same privileges when they visit Assoufid.

Assoufid Golf Club officially opened in October 2014 and quickly acquired the reputation of one of the most attractive golfing destinations in North Africa, as shown by the accolade 'Best golf course in Morocco' received during World Golf Awards 2015.

This par 72 desert-style course is just 20 minutes from the old quarter (Medina) of Marrakech, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a 10-minute drive from the international airport. As part of a 222 hectare resort, which will include a hotel and real estate residences, Assoufid Golf Club is the creation of Niall Cameron, Scottish PGA professional and former regular on the European Tour.

Guy Maxwell, director of golf at Assoufid Golf Club, had the following reaction: “Mission Hills is one of the best golfing destinations in the world and it is a resort with which we are proud to have forged links. "

“We want to create other partnerships with internationally renowned clubs and resorts in other key European markets. Thus, our members will have the opportunity to play golf for free in several world regions while strengthening Morocco's reputation as an emerging and exciting golf destination. "

Morocco is one of the fastest growing golf destinations in the EMEA region and Marrakech, three hours by plane from most European capitals and famous for its souks, restaurants and world class clubs, is a legendary haven for artists, fashion lovers, movie stars, business people and great political figures.

Reaction from Iain Roberts, group executive director at Mission Hills China: “We are delighted with this new agreement with Assoufid Golf Club. This is our second reciprocal agreement in Morocco; it will offer our members the chance to enjoy world-class golf facilities in Marrakech. "

For more information on Assoufid Golf Club, visit: www.assoufid.com

For more information on Mission Hills, visit: www.missionhillschina.com