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Phuket, Thailand - August 2026: Laguna Golf Phuket, the award-winning golf destination and home to Southeast Asia’s only PGA-branded golf academy, has entered into a reciprocal club agreement with Viya which operates six golf clubs across the UAE, including Emirates Golf Club and Jumeirah Golf Estates.

Under the agreement, Laguna Golf Phuket members will be eligible for preferential green fee rates and selected benefits across Viya’s golf clubs. Viya members will receive reciprocal benefits when visiting Laguna Golf Phuket, providing members of both organisations with additional playing opportunities when travelling between Thailand and the UAE.

“We are delighted to partner with Viya, one of the region’s most respected golf organisations,” said Stephen Chick, General Manager of Laguna Golf Phuket. “This agreement significantly enhances the value of membership by giving our members access to some of the UAE's finest golf clubs, while welcoming Viya members to discover Laguna Golf Phuket and the wider Laguna Phuket destination.”

Located within Laguna Phuket, one of Asia’s leading integrated resort destinations in Asia, Laguna Golf Phuket features an award-winning championship golf course, alongside luxury accommodation, diverse dining experiences and a wide range of leisure and wellbeing facilities.

Viya’s portfolio includes internationally recognised championship venues, including Emirates Golf Club, host of the Dubai Desert Classic, and Jumeirah Golf Estates, home of the DP World Tour Championship.

“Reciprocal club agreements are one of the ways we can provide our members with added value and access to quality golf experiences when they travel,” said Christopher May, Chief Executive Officer of Viya. “We are pleased to partner with Laguna Golf Phuket and extend these additional benefits to members of both organisations.”

Direct air connectivity also makes travel between the two destinations convenient with Emirates operating three daily non-stop flights between Dubai and Phuket, and Etihad Airways operating two daily non-stop services between Abu Dhabi and Phuket.

The reciprocal club agreement takes effect immediately, with rates and benefits, subject to each club’s terms and conditions. Members are encouraged to contact their respective golf clubs for further information regarding eligibility and bookings.

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About Laguna Phuket:

Laguna Phuket is Asia’s premier integrated destination. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Andaman Sea, along a three-kilometre stretch of pristine beach, Laguna Phuket is home to six world-class hotels, premium facilities, branded residences and an extensive property portfolio. Spanning more than 1,000 acres of lush parkland and beachfront and located just a 25-minute drive from Phuket International Airport, Laguna Phuket offers an award-winning 18-hole golf course, luxury spas, award-winning dining, and an extensive range of leisure, wellness and recreational experiences.

With more than 1,400 rooms, the destination offers accommodation options for couples, families and long-stay guests, ranging from family-friendly resorts to intimate luxury retreats. Guests staying at any of Laguna Phuket's hotels enjoy complimentary inter-resort shuttle bus and boat services, providing seamless access to facilities across the destination. Beyond its six hotels, Laguna Phuket also features a branded property division offering a portfolio of apartments, villas and branded residences available for purchase or rental, creating opportunities for those seeking to own or invest in a holiday home within the destination.

About Viya Golf:

Viya is the UAE’s leading golf and hospitality management group, operating a portfolio of championship golf courses, award-winning restaurants, premium leisure and recreation facilities, innovative entertainment concepts, and digital platforms. Since launching Emirates Golf Club in 1988, the region’s first all-grass course, the group has expanded to include Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, Jumeirah Golf Estates, Yas Links Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, Yas Acres Golf & Country Club, Topgolf Dubai, Tiger Strikes, and recreation brands such as Viya Fit and Viya Padel.

As part of wasl Hospitality & Leisure, Viya is recognised as a guardian of golfing heritage and a leader in modern hospitality. Its operations are underpinned by the Viya App, a loyalty-driven platform that integrates bookings, rewards, and spendable benefits across the portfolio. Dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and excellence, Viya connects communities to extraordinary experiences and continues to shape Dubai and the UAE as global destinations for sport, leisure, and lifestyle.