The Thracian Cliffs Resort in Bulgaria has appointed former head of the Austrian PGA, Hansjoerg Lumpi, as its new director of golf as it aims to elevate its guest golf experience to a new level.
In addition to 11 years at the Austrian PGA, the experienced golf operations specialist has honed his skills in Europe and America including spending time working at leading Austrian resorts – Brandlhof GC and Golf Eichenheim.
Lumpi joins a motivated new management team at the resort and will be responsible for enhancing every aspect of the experience on the golf course.
Claudio Marini, Thracian Cliffs’ general manager, explained: “We are highly committed to making the resort one of the best and most renowned in Europe, not just for the dramatic golf course, but also for an exceptional playing experience and exemplary service.
“We are striving to excel in every area and Hansjoerg’s expertise will be fundamental in enhancing the experience both on and off the course.”
Lumpi said: “I came to Thracian Cliffs Resort because I believe it is one of the most stunning golf courses in the world.
“My key objectives are to ensure that the course is set up to be a fair test for golfers of all abilities, and to ensure that each customer feels very welcome and has a memorable experience with us.”
A number of strategic layout improvements have been implemented which have contributed to the recent membership invitation to join the Leading Golf Courses Europe – a prestigious club that includes a collection of world-class venues including Costa Navarino, Son Gual, Monte Rei and Open Championship venue Turnberry.
Offering a choice of two high-spec residential villages, gourmet restaurants, a bijou spa and its own beach club, Thracian Cliffs offers plenty for non-golfing guests and lifestyle seekers – all within the unique environment of the Cape Kaliakra coast, which boasts averages of 10 hours’ daily sunshine between the months of April and October.
