Golf de Roquebrune : Faire de l’expérience client le moteur de la performance.

Moins d’un an après sa prise de poste, Aurélien Martin, Directeur du Golf de Roquebrune, affiche une ambition claire : transformer chaque green fee en une expérience mémorable. Dans le sillage de la philosophie Resonance Golf Collection, il place l’humain et la data au centre de sa gestion. Entre l’utilisation rigoureuse des outils 59club et une récente consécration européenne aux Trophées de l’Excellence 2026, Aurélien nous livre sa vision d’un management où le détail n’est plus un accessoire, mais le levier principal de différenciation sur le marché ultra-compétitif de la région PACA.

Vous avez pris la direction du Golf de Roquebrune il y a maintenant un peu moins d’un an. Dans une région aussi compétitive que la Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, pourquoi placer l’expérience client au cœur du projet de Roquebrune est-il, selon vous, le levier indispensable pour se démarquer ?

Depuis ma prise de fonction au Golf de Roquebrune, l’expérience client continue à rester au cœur du projet mis en place par Resonance Golf Collection. Dans une région aussi compétitive que la Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, la qualité du parcours ne suffit plus : chaque visiteur recherche un accueil impeccable, un parcours fluide et un souvenir mémorable.

Placer le client au centre nous permet de fidéliser, de nous différencier et de renforcer notre réputation grâce à des recommandations positives. En transformant un simple green fee en une expérience complète, nous créons de la valeur ajoutée et affirmons notre position premium sur le marché.

En résumé, l’expérience client n’est pas seulement un atout : c’est le levier indispensable pour se démarquer et assurer la réussite durable du club.

L’expérience client repose avant tout sur l’humain. Comment utilisez-vous les outils et les retours 59club pour nourrir la culture client auprès de vos équipes ?

L’expérience client repose avant tout sur l’humain. Au Golf de Roquebrune, nous utilisons les retours 59club pour identifier les points forts et axes d’amélioration, partager ces enseignements avec nos équipes (accueil, terrain, caddys) et transformer chaque avis en actions concrètes. Cela nourrit une véritable culture client, où chacun se sent acteur de la satisfaction et de la fidélisation des golfeurs.

Vous avez participé il y a quelques semaines aux Trophées de l’Excellence 59club 2026. Que représente pour vous cet événement européen, dont le but est de récompenser les meilleurs managers, équipes et sites pour la qualité de l’expérience client proposée tout au long de l’année ?

Participer aux Trophées de l’Excellence 59club 2026 est bien plus qu’une récompense : c’est une reconnaissance du travail quotidien des équipes et de notre engagement pour offrir une expérience client exceptionnelle.

Cet événement européen nous permet de mesurer notre niveau par rapport aux meilleurs clubs, de partager les bonnes pratiques et de nous inspirer pour continuer à innover. C’est également un formidable moteur de motivation pour les collaborateurs, qui voient leur implication valorisée et comprennent que chaque détail compte pour créer des souvenirs mémorables pour nos golfeurs.

En résumé, ces trophées symbolisent notre ambition : placer l’expérience client au cœur de tout ce que nous faisons, et viser l’excellence au quotidien.

Le Golf de Roquebrune a remporté, le Trophée de “Responsable Proshop de l’Année”. Quelle résonance a pour vous ce titre européen, et quel message cela envoie-t-il sur la qualité de l’expérience client proposée au sein de votre club ?

Remporter le Trophée de Responsable Proshop de l’Année est une formidable reconnaissance européenne du travail de l’équipe accueil-Proshop et de l’engagement de celle-ci. Ce titre reflète notre priorité : offrir une expérience client irréprochable à chaque visiteur, du parcours au club-house. Il envoie un message clair : au Golf de Roquebrune, la qualité de service et l’attention portée à chaque détail sont au cœur de notre projet.

Merci à Aurélien pour sa disponibilité et sa confiance !


Excellence Evolved: 59club Sets a New Standard in Survey Intelligence for Golf, Leisure, Spa, Hospitality, Retail, and F&B Businesses.

Ten years after launching what became the industry benchmark for satisfaction surveys, 59club has unveiled a fully re-engineered, AI-powered platform – branded under the banner “Excellence Evolved” – marking the next chapter in its commitment to raising the standards of service performance across the global club industry.

Designed for leaders who view service as a strategic advantage, the platform sets a new benchmark in survey intelligence.

This next-generation platform has been developed in collaboration with global digital product studio Studio Graphene, combining a human-centric blend of design, AI and agile product development with enterprise-grade technology and scalable AI architecture; bringing a new level of digital sophistication to the golf & hospitality industry.

While many tools simply gather feedback, 59club delivers something far more valuable: performance intelligence grounded in credible global benchmarking.

The new platform retains the trusted foundations that have supported clubs worldwide for over a decade – including industry templates spanning the entire member, guest, and employee experience, with comparisons against global averages, best-in-class performers, and recognised industry standards.

Now, it raises the bar.

For the first time, clubs can apply attribute-based benchmarking filters, enabling genuine like-for-like comparisons against relevant competitors. The result is fair, meaningful analysis that creates a true level playing field for performance evaluation.

At the heart of the relaunch is a completely redesigned AI-powered dashboard. Enhanced metrics, smarter visualisation, and deeper insight provide immediate clarity. Long-form responses are analysed and summarised, identifying key themes and sentiment in seconds – turning feedback into focused action without the manual workload.

The platform also introduces greater multi-language capability, allowing surveys to be created, distributed and analysed in multiple languages – supporting international guests and multilingual communities within a club’s own market. Smart CRM and POS integrations ensure survey data connects directly with operational performance.

Commercially, the model is straightforward: unlimited surveys and responses for one transparent fee – no caps, no hidden costs.

Beyond technology, 59club continues to differentiate itself through hands-on support from a global team of customer experience specialists embedded in the golf, leisure

& hospitality industry. From survey design to insight interpretation and action planning, clubs are supported locally at every stage of their performance journey.

Simon Wordsworth, CEO of 59club, said:

“The industry doesn’t need more surveys. It needs better intelligence.

For years, clubs have been collecting feedback through various channels, producing reports and hoping it leads to improvement. But without credible benchmarking and proper analysis, data is just noise. We built our original survey platform to change that.

And now, ten years later, we’ve combined all of that credible global data with AI-powered intelligence and our hands-on expertise to give clubs clarity, confidence, and a genuine competitive edge. Our new platform is faster, smarter, and more powerful than anything we’ve launched before – giving clubs something they’ve never truly had: a fair, like-for-like view of how they really perform.

If service matters to your club, this isn’t optional. It’s essential.”

Ritam Gandhi, Founder of Studio Graphene added:

“59club had the vision – we made it real. This isn’t a survey tool; it’s a performance intelligence platform that sets a new standard for golf clubs & hospitality businesses.

By blending 59club’s unrivalled benchmarking data with scalable AI, human-centric design, and enterprise-grade engineering, we’ve built a platform that doesn’t just collect feedback – it interprets it, benchmarks it, and turns it into action.

Where others stop at dashboards, 59club delivers clarity, context, and a true like-for-like view of performance – instantly. Clubs can see exactly where to act and measure impact with confidence. That level of insight simply hasn’t existed before.

We’re proud to have brought 59club’s vision to life, proving that when design, data, and engineering come together, service excellence becomes a real competitive advantage.”

For club leaders committed to service excellence and measurable improvement, this platform represents the next evolution of survey intelligence in golf.

To discover more & to experience the survey platform first-hand, book a personalised demo with your regional team now: https://www.59club.com/surveys

59club Europe South Announces the Launch of Its Partnership with Barceló Montecastillo Golf  

59club Europe South is pleased to announce the commencement of its commercial partnership with Barceló Montecastillo Golf, a leading golf destination in Southern Europe and a regular host of premier-level competitions. This strategic alliance is designed to elevate service standards, aligning them with international industry best practices while reinforcing the club’s commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.

Ideally located in Jerez de la Frontera, and complemented by a five-star hotel and an 18-hole, par-72 course designed by the legendary Jack Nicklaus, Barceló Montecastillo offers guests and golfers the opportunity to experience an exceptional setting of the highest calibre.

“Barceló Montecastillo Golf has joined 59club with the objective of measuring, analysing, and continuously enhancing its customer experience, optimising internal processes, and strengthening a culture of excellence within the team. Through this collaboration, the club will leverage objective data, structured training programmes, and continuous improvement methodologies to drive performance, customer satisfaction, and sustainable organisational growth,” stated Guillermo Pérez, Golf Director.

From a sporting perspective, Barceló Montecastillo Golf will host one of the most prestigious events on the international junior calendar: the European Boys Team Championship, taking place from 7 to 11 July. This distinguished tournament will bring together Europe’s leading junior golf teams and represents a significant opportunity to showcase the club as a venue for international competitions, highlighting the quality of its facilities and its steadfast commitment to elite-level golf.

In parallel, the club continues to advance a range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the experience of members and visitors alike. During 2025, the new halfway house, “El Lago,” was inaugurated, and the covered driving range area underwent comprehensive refurbishment. The upgraded space now features a Hall of Fame honouring the winners of the five editions of the Volvo Masters, further strengthening the historical and emotional value of the facilities.

Looking ahead to 2026, Barceló Montecastillo Golf remains firmly committed to continuous improvement, with new initiatives including the refurbishment of its buggy fleet to enhance comfort and on-course efficiency, as well as a landscaping project focused on non-playing areas, designed to elevate the course’s aesthetics and enrich the overall environment for players.

“The decision by Barceló Montecastillo Golf to partner with 59club Europe South underscores its ambition to continue evolving as a benchmark destination. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to excellence, placing performance measurement, team development, and customer experience at the core of long-term success,” noted Pedro Bibiloni, Operations Director of 59club Europe South.

 

59club Europe South announces the start of its partnership with Salobre Golf Resort & Serenity

59club Europe South is delighted to announce the beginning of its partnership with Salobre Hotel Resort & Serenity, one of the most distinctive golf and wellness destinations in the Canary Islands. The collaboration aims to support the resort in further enhancing service standards through performance measurement tools, customer experience analysis and continuous improvement programmes aligned with international industry benchmarks.

Located in a unique natural setting in southern Gran Canaria, Salobre Golf Resort & Serenity offers a complete lifestyle experience that blends five-star accommodation, nature and world-class golf. The resort is home to two golf courses – Salobre Old Course and Salobre New Course – both renowned for their spectacular layouts set within the island’s volcanic landscape.

“Joining 59club represents an important strategic step for us as we continue to refine the experience we deliver to our guests and golfers. Through their benchmarking tools, training programmes and service evaluations, we will be able to analyse our operations more effectively and strengthen a culture of excellence within the team,” the resort’s management team commented.

Beyond its golfing facilities, Salobre Golf Resort & Serenity has established itself as a leading destination for relaxation and wellbeing. The resort features several panoramic pools, a diverse culinary offering and the renowned Be Aloe Wellness, a wellness space designed to provide guests with a complete rejuvenation experience.

In the coming months, the resort will continue developing initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall experience for both members and visitors, reinforcing its position as one of the Canary Islands’ most complete golf destinations.

“The decision by Salobre Golf Resort & Serenity to partner with 59club Europe South highlights their commitment to continuous improvement and service excellence. We are delighted to welcome a destination that shares our vision of development, professionalism and leadership within the golf industry,” said Pedro Bibiloni, Operations Manager of 59club Europe South

59club Europe celebrate success at the Third Edition of the Service Excellence Awards

The very best in golf and hospitality were honoured at the third edition of the 59club Europe Service Excellence Awards, hosted at Terre Blanche from 5–6 March 2026. Industry leaders from across Europe gathered to celebrate outstanding customer service, operational excellence and elite performance – all aspiring to claim one of the industry’s most prestigious accolades.

Guests were greeted with panoramic views over the majestic landscape at Terre Blanche, provided the perfect backdrop to celebrate outstanding customer service and operational excellence, and to honour the finest performers of the year.

59club’s awards are determined through impartial mystery shopping audits, evaluating real customer experiences against objective benchmarking criteria. This robust methodology ensures that only the most consistent, dedicated and authentic venues, teams and individuals receive recognition for their commitment to excellence.

Awards were presented across 59club’s three European divisions; Europe South, West Europe & North Africa and Nordic & Central. All categories recognised venues delivering sustained elite performance throughout 2025.

The evening concluded with the presentation of the prestigious Gold, Silver and Bronze Flag Designations – global industry titles awarded to golf clubs and resorts that demonstrate world-class facilities and exceptional service standards

Celebrating Excellence

In this year’s celebration of excellence, the Major 5 European titles — Food & Beverage Manager of the Year, Golf Retail Manager of the Year, Greenkeeper of the Year, Golf Operations Team of the Year, and Golf Manager of the Year — were awarded to five standout venues across Europe.

Leading the way in hospitality, Marta Castells from Camiral took home the prestigious Food & Beverage Manager of the Year accolade. Over in France, Cécile Crignola from Golf de Roquebrune was crowned Golf Retail Manager of the Year, recognised for outstanding performance in the pro shop and retail experience.

The Greenkeeper of the Year award was once again secured by a Nordic venue, with Beavan Tattersall from Kristianstads Golfklubb & Destination honoured for excellence in course presentation and agronomy. Heading south, Old Course Vilamoura claimed the title of Golf Operations Team of the Year, celebrating exceptional teamwork and service delivery.

Finally, and once again, David Ashington from Costa Navarino reaffirmed his place among Europe’s elite, securing the coveted Golf Manager of the Year award.

The evening also celebrated regional individual moments of service excellence across the customer journey, recognising team members who go above and beyond in their roles. Winners were acknowledged in a variety of categories, highlighting the people who make every guest experience exceptional.

All regional winners can be found below, showcasing the incredible talent and dedication driving Europe’s golf clubs forward.


59club Regional Winners – Europe South:

Food & Beverage Manager of the Year: Marta Castells, Camiral
Golf Retail Manager of the Year: Antonia Christopoulou, Costa Navarino & Ana Rita, Old Course Vilamoura
Greenkeeper of the Year: João Goulão, Old Course Vilamoura
Golf Operations Team of the Year: Old Course Vilamoura
Golf Manager of the Year: David Ashington, Costa Navarino
Most Improved Venue: Palmares

59club Regional Winners – Europe West & North Africa:

Food & Beverage Manager of the Year: Pierre Millet, Golf de Seignosse
Golf Retail Manager of the Year: Cécile Crignola, Golf de Roquebrune
Greenkeeper of the Year: Philippe Burgeat, Terre Blanche
Golf Operations Team of the Year: Terre Blanche
Golf Manager of the Year: Lionel Gardes-Bus, Terre Blanche
Most Improved Venue: Golf de Seignosse

59club Regional Winners – Nordic & Central:

Food & Beverage Manager of the Year: Hakan Demirtas, Golf Club St. Leon-Rot
Golf Retail Manager of the Year: Jacob Pedersen, Great Northern
Greenkeeper of the Year: Bevan Tattersall, Kristianstads Golfklubb & Destination
Golf Operations Team of the Year: Great Northern
Golf Manager of the Year: Hanno Kross, Estonian Golf & Country Club
Most Improved Venue: Miklagard Golf


The above regional winners automatically become contenders for the European Awards, with the following individuals and teams ultimately crowned as European winners.

59club Europe ‘Service Excellence’ Award Winners:

Food & Beverage Manager of the Year: Marta Castells, Camiral
Golf Retail Manager of the Year: Cécile Crignola, Golf de Roquebrune
Greenkeeper of the Year: Bevan Tattersall, Kristianstads Golfklubb & Destination
Golf Operations Team of the Year: Old Course Vilamoura
Golf Manager of the Year: David Ashington, Costa Navarino


59club Europe Flag Designations

The 59club Flag Designation recognises venues that consistently deliver excellence across all areas of the customer journey.

Bronze Flag Designation:

Domaine de Manville, Empordà Golf Club, Esbjerg Golfklub, Golf de Roquebrune, Golf de Seignosse, Golf de Servanes, Le Touquet Golf Resort, La Cala Resort, Las Ramblas Golf, Linna Golf, Miklagard Golf, Nokia River Golf, Ombria Algarve, Opio Valbonne Golf Resort, Palmares, Pula Golf Resort, Real Club Sevilla Golf, Stensballegaard Golf, Valle Romano Golf & Resort.

Silver Flag Designation:

Evian Resort, Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech, Golf de Andratx, Kristianstads Golfklubb & Destination, La Hacienda Links Golf Resort, Laguna Vilamoura, Le Golf National, Marco Simone Golf & Country Club, Millennium Vilamoura, Pickala Golf, Pinhal Vilamoura, Quinta do Lago, Son Quint Golf, Son Servera Golf Club, Son Vida Golf

Gold Flag Designation:

Aphrodite Hills, Camiral, Club de Golf Alcanada, Costa Navarino, Estonian Golf & Country Club, Finca Cortesin, Golf Club St. Leon-Rot, Great Northern, INFINITUM, Old Course Vilamoura, Son Muntaner, Terre Blanche, The Dutch, The Scandinavian

The pinnacle of these awards will see a number of regional winners and European winners invited to represent their club at 59club’s second Global Awards, taking place in November at World renowned Vilamoura in Portugal.


3ème Édition des Trophées de l’Excellence : Découvrez les Lauréats !

Le fleuron du golf et de l’hôtellerie a été mis à l’honneur lors de la troisième édition des Trophées de l’Excellence 59club, qui s’est tenue à Terre Blanche les 5 et 6 mars 2026. Les leaders du secteur venus de toute l’Europe se sont réunis pour célébrer un service client d’exception, une excellence opérationnelle et des performances de haut vol, tous avec l’espoir de décrocher l’une des distinctions les plus prestigieuses de l’industrie.

Accueillis par une vue panoramique sur les paysages majestueux de Terre Blanche, les invités ont profité d’un cadre idéal pour célébrer le dévouement des équipes et récompenser les meilleures performances de l’année.

Les prix décernés par 59club sont basés sur des audits de “visites mystères” impartiaux, évaluant l’expérience réelle des clients selon des critères de référence objectifs. Cette méthodologie rigoureuse garantit que seuls les établissements, équipes et individus les plus constants et authentiques reçoivent une reconnaissance pour leur engagement envers l’excellence.

Les trophées ont été remis à travers les trois divisions européennes de 59club : Europe Sud, Europe de l’Ouest & Afrique du Nord, et Pays Nordiques & Europe Centrale. Toutes les catégories ont récompensé des sites ayant maintenu un niveau de performance d’élite tout au long de l’année 2025.

La soirée s’est conclue par la remise des prestigieux Flags Bronze, Argent et Or — des titres mondiaux décernés aux clubs de golf et complexes hôteliers qui font preuve d’installations de classe mondiale et de standards de service exceptionnels.

Célébrer l’Excellence

Lors de cette célébration, les cinq titres majeurs européens — Responsable Restauration de l’Année, Responsable Pro-shop de l’Année, Greenkeeper de l’Année, Meilleure Performance Opérationnelle de l’Année et Directeur de l’Année — ont été attribués à cinq établissements remarquables à travers l’Europe.

Marta Castells de Camiral s’est distinguée en remportant le prix de Responsable Restauration de l’Année. En France, Cécile Crignola du Golf de Roquebrune a été sacrée Responsable Pro-shop de l’Année, récompensée pour ses performances exceptionnelles au sein du pro-shop.

Le titre de Greenkeeper de l’Année a une nouvelle fois été remporté par un site nordique, Bevan Tattersall du Kristianstads Golfklubb & Destination ayant été honoré pour la qualité de l’entretien et l’agronomie de son parcours. Vers le sud, l’Old Course Vilamoura a remporté le titre de Meilleure Performance Opérationnelle de l’Année, saluant un travail d’équipe et une prestation de service hors pair.

Enfin, une fois de plus, David Ashington de Costa Navarino a réaffirmé sa place parmi l’élite européenne en décrochant le titre très convoité de Directeur de l’Année.


Lauréats Régionaux 59club – Europe Sud :

Responsable Restauration de l’Année : Marta Castells, Camiral
Responsable Pro-shop de l’Année : Antonia Christopoulou, Costa Navarino & Ana Rita, Old Course Vilamoura
Greenkeeper de l’Année : João Goulão, Old Course Vilamoura
Meilleure Performance Opérationnelle de l’Année : Old Course Vilamoura
Directeur de l’Année : David Ashington, Costa Navarino
Meilleure Progression de l’Année : Palmares

Lauréats Régionaux 59club – Europe Ouest & Afrique du Nord :

Responsable Restauration de l’Année : Pierre Millet, Golf de Seignosse
Responsable Pro-shop de l’Année : Cécile Crignola, Golf de Roquebrune
Greenkeeper de l’Année : Philippe Burgeat, Terre Blanche
Meilleure Performance Opérationnelle de l’Année : Terre Blanche
Directeur de l’Année : Lionel Gardes-Bus, Terre Blanche
Meilleure Progression de l’Année : Golf de Seignosse

Lauréats Régionaux 59club – Pays Nordiques & Europe Centrale :

Responsable Restauration de l’Année : Hakan Demirtas, Golf Club St. Leon-Rot
Responsable Pro-shop de l’Année : Jacob Pedersen, Great Northern
Greenkeeper de l’Année : Bevan Tattersall, Kristianstads Golfklubb & Destination
Meilleure Performance Opérationnelle de l’Année : Great Northern
Directeur de l’Année : Hanno Kross, Estonian Golf & Country Club
Meilleure Progression de l’Année : Miklagard Golf



Désignation des Flags 2026 59club

Ces distinctions récompensent les établissements qui offrent une excellence constante sur l’ensemble du parcours client.

Flag Bronze : Domaine de Manville, Empordà Golf Club, Esbjerg Golfklub, Golf de Roquebrune, Golf de Seignosse, Golf de Servanes, Le Touquet Golf Resort, La Cala Resort, Las Ramblas Golf, Linna Golf, Miklagard Golf, Nokia River Golf, Ombria Algarve, Opio Valbonne Golf Resort, Palmares, Pula Golf Resort, Real Club Sevilla Golf, Stensballegaard Golf, Valle Romano Golf & Resort.

Flag Argent : Evian Resort, Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech, Golf de Andratx, Kristianstads Golfklubb & Destination, La Hacienda Links Golf Resort, Laguna Vilamoura, Le Golf National, Marco Simone Golf & Country Club, Millennium Vilamoura, Pickala Golf, Pinhal Vilamoura, Quinta do Lago, Son Quint Golf, Son Servera Golf Club, Son Vida Golf.

Flag Or : Aphrodite Hills, Camiral, Club de Golf Alcanada, Costa Navarino, Estonian Golf & Country Club, Finca Cortesin, Golf Club St. Leon-Rot, Great Northern, INFINITUM, Old Course Vilamoura, Son Muntaner, Terre Blanche, The Dutch, The Scandinavian.

Prochaine étape : La Scène Mondiale

Les vainqueurs de cette édition européenne sont désormais qualifiés pour les 59club Global Awards, qui se tiendront en novembre 2026 à Vilamoura, au Portugal. Ce sera l’occasion pour ces établissements de se mesurer aux meilleurs clubs du monde entier.