Elite Traveler Summer 2019

Clockwise: Lake Bled; 8th green on the King’s Course; King’s House; elegant decor of the accommodations; 8th and 9th green on the King’s Course

layout and a rare chance to play golf in complete tranquility. If you’re looking to improve your technique, the beautifully designed Royal Bled Golf Academy offers a driving range and practice areas set in a unique location with stunning views over the Karavanke mountain range. While playing Royal Bled is a rite of passage for any serious golfer, those who aren’t looking to tee off will still find plenty to enjoy at the resort. The state-of-the- art gym is equipped with Technogym equipment and personal training sessions are available. Post-workout, head to the sauna and swimming pool to relax and unwind. For more information, contact info@royalbled.com, +386 120 099 01, royalbled.com

Karađorđević chose Bled as his summer residence, attracting wealthy guests and nobility from all over Europe. The first round of golf was officially played at Bled in 1937, marking the birth of golf in the region. Royal Bled has hosted many major amateur and professional tournaments — a testament to the layout and challenge of both courses. The King’s Course and King’s House underwent a sizable three-year renovation in 2015 with a clear aim: to make the clubs fit for royalty. This led to endorsement by the Royal Karađorđević family and led to the club’s Royal moniker, as well as its being included in many prestigious rankings around the world — hardly surprising, as the course is surrounded by the dramatic mountains and sweeping valleys of the Alps, and offers perfectly manicured surfaces, a strategic