King Island’s Rise: Golf Courses Bring Tourism, Call for More Beds
King Island’s Cape Wickham Links has topped Australian Golf Digest’s rankings, drawing more visitors to the remote location and highlighting the need for additional accommodations to support the influx.
King Island, home to Australia’s top-ranked golf course, Cape Wickham Links, has become a premier destination for golfers worldwide.
The island’s remote location, accessible by plane or boat, adds to its allure but as ABC News recently noted, Cape Wickham, now at the pinnacle of Australian Golf Digest’s rankings, has boosted local tourism, but the island faces challenges with limited accommodations. Local businesses and tourism operators are calling for more infrastructure to support the growing number of visitors.
Cape Wickham Links, along with Ocean Dunes, another top-rated course on the island, are transforming King Island into a golf haven. The surge in visitors has highlighted the need for more beds and amenities to cater to tourists. Adam Hely, a local tourism association president, emphasizes the economic benefits these courses bring, while also acknowledging the strain on current resources.
The ABC News video feature highlights the urgent need for additional accommodations on King Island to cater to the influx of tourists drawn by its world-class golf courses.
With the island’s population at around 1,500, the existing infrastructure struggles to keep up with the demand from golfers visiting from across the globe. Efforts are underway to develop more lodging options to ensure visitors can fully enjoy their experience without compromising the island’s unique charm.
For further details, read the full article on ABC News.