Abu Dhabi, Aug 24th, 2011 (WAM) – Abu Dhabi has become one of the most important golf and tourism hubs in the world, according to one of the leading European golf publications.

In a report on the Golf sport by the French journalist Natalie Arensonas, who has visited the UAE upon an invitation from the National Media Council, the French-speaking magazine “Golf Europeen” says that Abu Dhabi has the best golf courses in the world.

The report lauds the steps taken by Abu Dhabi to maintain a high rank position as a golf hub and the role played by Al Dar Properties to transform the emirate into a cultural and tourist destination.

Speaking about the prestigious Yas Hotel, Formula 1 Circuit and Yas Links Golf Club, It describes Yas Island as one of the most prominent tourist attractions in Abu Dhabi.

The magazine gives full details of Yas Links, Al Saadiyat Golf Club and other golf clubs in Abu Dhabi, expecting bright future for this sport in the emirate.