Laem Chabang International Country Club

The Valley Course at Laem Chabang International Country Club is a Jack Nicklaus design located in Chonburi Province, approximately 90 kilometers southeast of Bangkok in Thailand's Eastern Seaboard region. Opened in the early 1990s during a period of significant golf development in Thailand, the course serves the industrial and port city of Laem Chabang and the broader Pattaya area. Laem Chabang operates as a 36-hole facility, with the Valley Course representing one of Nicklaus's contributions to Southeast Asian golf during an era when international designers were actively working in the region. The course occupies relatively flat to gently rolling terrain typical of coastal Thailand, with the routing incorporating natural drainage patterns and water features that come into play on multiple holes. Nicklaus's design philosophy here emphasizes strategic bunkering and green complexes that reward precision over distance, with water hazards serving as both visual and tactical elements. The layout accommodates players of varying abilities through multiple tee positions while maintaining championship length from the back tees. The club serves both local membership and visiting golfers, including business travelers and tourists exploring the Pattaya and Rayong coastal areas. The facility reflects the international standard of Thai golf clubs from this development period, with practice facilities and clubhouse amenities designed to support both recreational and competitive play. The Valley Course remains part of the region's golf infrastructure, offering a Nicklaus-designed option within a market known for its concentration of courses and year-round playing conditions.