Tasmania

The connoisseur pick. If the golf itself is the reason for the trip and travel time isn't a barrier, this is hard to beat.

A destination built around a single, exceptional links complex on the north coast, plus a rising sandbelt project in the south.

• Barnbougle Dunes
• Barnbougle Lost Farm
• Cape Wickham

On-property cottages and lodges at the main links; boutique estates in the Tamar Valley within an hour.

Wine touring, MONA in Hobart, coastal walks and food trails. Strong for curious partners; light for those wanting resort amenities.

Cool-climate sparkling and Pinot, some of Australia's best produce, and a serious independent food scene.

Melbourne connection, then a short flight and drive. Two-base itinerary works best.

~28h from London · ~26h from New York

• Remote — expect at least one internal flight.
• Weather exposure on the links can be significant.
• Non-golf variety is real but requires driving.