Apes Hill in Barbados By Brian Weis

Apes Hill in Barbados

Debuts at No. 72 on Golfweek's 2024 - Top 100 International Courses list

By Brian Weis

Apes Hill Barbados, a luxurious golf resort and community, offers an unparalleled lifestyle that seamlessly blends world-class amenities with the island's natural beauty. The resort's 18-hole championship golf course, designed by renowned golf architect Ron Kirby, recently debuted at No. 72 on Golfweek's 2024 "Top 100 International Courses" list. This prestigious recognition affirms Apes Hill's commitment to providing an exceptional experience for both residents and visitors.

Golf enthusiasts at Apes Hill are treated to a course that not only challenges their skills but also offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean. Perched 1,000 feet above sea level within 475 acres of natural terrain, the course is a masterpiece of design and sustainability. It was ranked fifth in Golfweek's 2024 "Top 50 Courses You Can Play" in the Caribbean, Mexico, Costa Rica, and the Atlantic Islands. The course's ingenious layout and commitment to environmental stewardship, including an advanced irrigation system and sustainable fertilization practices, have earned it accolades such as Audubon International certification and the title of "World's Best Eco-Friendly Golf Facility" at the 2023 World Golf Awards.

Dining at Apes Hill is a culinary journey that emphasizes fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The on-site restaurants, the 20th Hole and Noisy Cricket, pride themselves on a farm-to-fork menu, utilizing produce from the resort's own farm, which grows herbs, edible flowers, bananas, breadfruit trees, and honey. This commitment to sustainability is a core value that permeates every aspect of life at Apes Hill.

Wellness is central to the Apes Hill experience, with state-of-the-art facilities that include a soon-to-be-completed fitness center, health club, and wellbeing treatments. Residents and guests can participate in yoga sessions, boot camps, and personalized training with certified instructors. The resort's luxurious accommodations range from three-bedroom courtyard villas to bespoke hilltop residences, all designed to harmonize with the natural environment while offering the utmost in comfort and elegance.

Apes Hill Barbados is not just a place to stay; it's a destination where you can immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and natural beauty of the island. The resort offers a diverse array of activities like tropical hiking trails, padel tennis events, and freshwater fishing excursions. Families will appreciate the child-friendly amenities, including certified babysitting services, children's movie evenings, and sports camps.

Sustainability is woven into the fabric of Apes Hill. From the eco-friendly golf course to the farm-to-fork dining experience, every effort is made to protect and preserve the natural environment. The resort's innovative practices, such as using local seaweed, manure, and compost for fertilization and capturing rainwater in a 58-million-gallon reservoir, highlight its dedication to environmental stewardship.

At Apes Hill Barbados, luxury is redefined through its commitment to sustainability, wellness, and exceptional service. Whether you're seeking a serene getaway or a vibrant community to call home, Apes Hill offers an experience that is as enriching as it is exclusive. As Executive Chairman Sunil Chatrani states, "We aspire to provide the finest amenities, rental villas, and private homes to our members and guests." The recognition of Apes Hill as one of the world's top golf destinations is a testament to its success in achieving this mission.

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About: Brian Weis

Brian Weis is the mastermind behind GolfTrips.com, a vast network of golf travel and directory sites covering everything from the rolling fairways of Wisconsin to the sunbaked desert layouts of Arizona. If there’s a golf destination worth visiting, chances are, Brian has written about it, played it, or at the very least, found a way to justify a "business trip" there.

As a card-carrying member of the Golf Writers Association of America (GWAA), International Network of Golf (ING), Golf Travel Writers of America (GTWA), International Golf Travel Writers Association (IGTWA), and The Society of Hickory Golfers (SoHG), Brian has the credentials to prove that talking about golf is his full-time job. In 2016, his peers even handed him The Shaheen Cup, a prestigious award in golf travel writing—essentially the Masters green jacket for guys who don’t hit the range but still know where the best 19th holes are.

Brian’s love for golf goes way back. As a kid, he competed in junior and high school golf, only to realize that his dreams of a college golf scholarship had about the same odds as a 30-handicap making a hole-in-one. Instead, he took the more practical route—working on the West Bend Country Club grounds crew to fund his University of Wisconsin education. Little did he know that mowing greens and fixing divots would one day lead to a career writing about the best courses on the planet.

In 2004, Brian turned his golf passion into a business, launching GolfWisconsin.com. Three years later, he expanded his vision, and GolfTrips.com was born—a one-stop shop for golf travel junkies looking for their next tee time. Today, his empire spans all 50 states, and 20+ international destinations.

On the course, Brian is a weekend warrior who oscillates between a 5 and 9 handicap, depending on how much he's been traveling (or how generous he’s feeling with his scorecard). His signature move" A high, soft fade that his playing partners affectionately (or not-so-affectionately) call "The Weis Slice." But when he catches one clean, his 300+ yard drives remind everyone that while he may write about golf for a living, he can still send a ball into the next zip code with the best of them.

Whether he’s hunting down the best public courses, digging up hidden gems, or simply outdriving his buddies, Brian Weis is living proof that golf is more than a game—it’s a way of life.