Simulator vs real course: which should you play?

You don't have to pick a side — the best golfers in Thailand use both. But each is better for different moods, budgets and weather.

Play a real course when…

• You want the full experience — real greens, a caddie, the walk.
• The weather's good and you've got a half-day.
• You're playing a group round or a special occasion.

Hit a simulator when…

• It's pouring, blazing hot, or you only have an hour after work.
• You want to practise a specific part of your game with instant data.
• You're introducing a beginner in a relaxed, low-pressure setting.

Weekendpar lists both side by side — filter by type, or use Compare to weigh two options before you go.