The Most Useful Apps for Your Golf Holiday in Thailand

19 May 2025

When you’re planning a golf holiday in Thailand, the right tools on your phone can make all the difference. From navigating to golf courses and checking local weather, to staying in touch with your support team, a handful of apps can truly elevate your trip.

At Fairways of Eden, we don’t just help you book your golf vacation — we also want you to feel supported and connected throughout your journey. That’s why we recommend a few essential apps that are especially helpful while traveling and golfing in Thailand.

Let’s walk through the apps we recommend — and how they work together with our service to make your holiday easier, more efficient, and stress-free.

Messenger Apps: WhatsApp, LINE, or Telegram

We strongly encourage you to have at least one reliable messenger app installed before your trip. The most commonly used ones in Thailand are LINE and WhatsApp, but Telegram is also supported.

Why it matters: Once your trip is confirmed, Fairways of Eden will invite you into a private support group chat, where we can assist you in real time. Whether you have questions about a tee time, need to confirm a transfer, or just want help finding the right restaurant after a round — we’ll be right there with you.

If you prefer not to use messenger apps, that’s okay too. We’re always available by email or phone, but having quick messaging access can save time and avoid miscommunication.

Weather Apps: Be Ready for Thailand’s Tropical Patterns

Thailand is a golf-friendly country year-round, but knowing what kind of weather to expect helps you plan your rounds better. While most days are sunny, occasional rain showers or high humidity can influence your game.

We recommend using:

• AccuWeather or Weather Underground for detailed local forecasts
• Thailand Weather by TMD (Thai Meteorological Department) for region-specific alerts

These apps help you plan your golf days, pack properly, and even decide whether to schedule an extra spa day if the rain rolls in.

Navigation: Google Maps

Almost every golf course and partner hotel in Thailand is accurately listed on Google Maps, making it a reliable navigation tool for your entire trip.

You can preview drive times to your selected courses, search for nearby restaurants or ATMs, and avoid traffic. The built-in route planner also makes it easy to coordinate group travel if you’re sharing a car or meeting others.

Google Maps also supports location sharing, which is helpful when meeting with our team or coordinating group pickups.

Local Transportation: Grab or Bolt

In most Thai cities, especially in Bangkok, Pattaya, and Phuket, we recommend installing either Grab or Bolt.

These ride-hailing apps work much like Uber and offer a convenient and often affordable way to get around — especially if you’re heading out for dinner or exploring during your non-golf hours.

Even though Fairways of Eden handles all your golf-related transfers, having these apps can be useful for optional side trips, airport pickups, or spontaneous outings.

If you’re ever unsure about transport, just message us — we can assist with arranging custom transfers as needed.

Golf GPS & Course Apps: GolfShot or Hole19

While we always provide full course information as part of your booking, having a digital golf GPS app can really enhance your game.

We recommend:

• GolfShot – Offers GPS yardages, digital scorecards, and swing tracking
• Hole19 – Covers many Thai golf courses and provides layout previews, distances, and player stats

These tools are ideal if you enjoy analyzing your game or want to prepare your strategy before the round. Be sure to download the course data before you arrive, especially if you’ll be playing in more remote areas.

Language Support: Google Translate or Thai by Nemo

Most staff at golf courses and hotels speak English well, but having a basic Thai language app can improve your experience.

Google Translate works great for reading signs, translating menus, or communicating with drivers. Thai by Nemo is another useful app for learning essential phrases that might come in handy — especially if you want to greet your caddy or thank staff properly.

Thais greatly appreciate when visitors try even a little bit of the language.

Bonus: Currency Conversion & Expense Tracking

• XE Currency or Currency Converter Plus helps you understand pricing when shopping or tipping.
• If you’re traveling with a group and splitting costs, Splitwise is a great app to track who paid for what and keep things fair.

Final Thoughts: Your Golf Holiday in Thailand, Backed by Tech and Local Support

Technology and personal service go hand in hand. By installing a few useful apps and staying connected with Fairways of Eden during your trip, you’ll have everything you need for a smooth and enjoyable golf holiday in Thailand.

Whether it’s booking a spontaneous spa treatment, checking tomorrow’s weather, or getting directions to your next round, these tools help keep your focus on what really matters: enjoying the game, the scenery, and your time away.

✅ Don’t forget: once your booking is confirmed, we’ll help you get connected and prepared with everything you need.

👉 Plan Your Thailand Golf Holiday Now