Race to Belek UK golf tournament launched by Corendon Airlines, Kaden Group and Gloria Hotels & Resorts

Europe’s leading leisure airline brand, Corendon Airlines, is celebrating its 20th anniversary by launching the Race to Belek tournament, which will result in amateur golfers from England and Scotland playing in a grand final in Belek, near Antalya in Turkey, in October. The golf tournament, organised in collaboration with specialist golf tour operator Kaden Group, began on 29 June with a series of events for members of golf courses close to the regional UK airports from which Corendon Airlines flies to Turkey and Crete.
Since its establishment, Corendon Airlines has brought millions of passengers to their dream destinations and is marking its 20th anniversary in 2025 with groundbreaking projects in sports tourism.
A journey of golf passion from Europe to Belek
More than 10 qualifying rounds will take place across the following courses in England and Scotland between 29 June and 10 August 2025:
29 June:
Dunham Forest Golf Club (Manchester) – Series Launch

12 July:
Crewe Golf Club

13 July:
Winter Hill Golf Club – Marlow

19 July:
Alsager Golf Club – Birmingham

20 July:
Newmachar Golf Club – Aberdeen

26 July:
Swaffham Golf Club – Norfolk, final stage before the Grand Final in Belek

Those who make it to the final will enjoy an unforgettable experience in Turkey’s golf paradise, Belek, at the grand final from 26-31 October, hosted by Gloria Hotels & Resorts, which serves as an international meeting point for amateur golfers.
Finalists will enjoy free of charge access to the tournament with direct flights from Corendon Airlines from the UK to Antalya, along with golf travel packages, golf bag carriage support, valuable prizes, and exclusive surprises. They will stay in five-star comfort at the prestigious Gloria Golf Resort in Belek.
Race to Belek is more than just a sports event; it’s a cultural experience combining golf passion with Turkish hospitality and promoting international friendship.
Yıldıray Karaer, Chairman of the Board at Corendon Airlines, shared his thoughts on the tournament: “We aim to support the growth of sports tourism and bring lasting value to the world of sports. As Corendon Airlines, we are thrilled and proud to celebrate our 20th anniversary in 2025. Over the years, we’ve realised many meaningful projects and collaborations that combine tourism and aviation with the energy of sports. As a brand deeply committed to every branch of sports, golf has long been one of our priorities. We are very pleased to support the Race to Belek tournament. Through projects like this we aim not only to strengthen our brand value but also to spread the love of sports to wider audiences, support the growth of sports tourism, and contribute lasting value to the world of sports.”
Deniz Gürlersan, General Manager of Kaden Golf, said: “We offer an unforgettable platform for amateur golfers. Race to Belek turns golf into more than just a sport – it becomes a journey, a culture, and an experience. With the contributions of Corendon Airlines and Gloria Hotels, we are offering amateur golfers an unforgettable platform.”
For participation details and tournament calendar: www.racetobelek.com
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About Corendon Airlines:
Founded in the Netherlands in 2004 as a tour operator, Corendon has since grown into a tourism group by incorporating an airline, incoming agency, and hotels across Europe, Turkey, and the Caribbean.
Corendon Travel is one of the leading tour operators in the Netherlands and Belgium and operates in the Danish market as well. Closely associated with Turkey as a key destination, Corendon is among the pioneering tour operators offering a wide range of products and destinations.
Since entering the aviation sector with the motto “Make a Difference,” Corendon Airlines has pioneered numerous innovations. With its subsidiaries Corendon Dutch Airlines (established in 2011) and Corendon Airlines Europe (established in 2017), it operates flights from many European countries—especially Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland, Poland, and the UK—to popular holiday destinations within Europe and Turkey. As of 2025, it has become an international airline flying to 165 destinations in 65 countries.
Under the Corendon Hotels & Resorts brand within the tourism group, the company operates two hotels in Antalya’s Kemer and Lara regions, five in Amsterdam, and four on the Caribbean island of Curaçao.
About Kaden Group:
Kaden Group selected as “Turkey’s Best Incoming Golf Operator” by the World Golf Awards for four consecutive years, is a leader in personalised golf travel, especially in the Belek region.
About Gloria Hotels & Resorts:
Located in the heart of Belek, Gloria Hotels & Resorts offers golf enthusiasts a top-tier holiday experience across its award-winning properties in Belek, Antalya, with three world-class golf courses and luxury accommodation. With a diverse portfolio that includes Gloria Golf Resort, Gloria Serenity Resort, and Gloria Verde Resort, the group is renowned for its world-class service, stunning natural surroundings, championship golf courses, and outstanding leisure facilities. It caters for both leisure and business travellers, as well as elite athletes and families, and is a leading destination for luxury holidays and international sporting events.