Welcome to the 31st Annual Diners Club International Pro-Am Classic
Each year, the Diners Club International® hosts the elite Pro-Am Classic golf event. We’re excited to return in our 31st year at this world-class team event, exclusively for Diners Club International® cardmembers.
Select cardmembers from across the globe qualify to play in this 36-hole tournament over two courses at a five-star golfing resort. Since the tournament began in 1991, it has welcomed cardmembers from across the globe including Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Argentina, Italy, Germany, Austria, Spain, Slovenia, Serbia, Finland, Poland, Norway, Denmark, Croatia, India, South Africa, Korea, the United Arab Emirates, and China.
The Diners Club International Pro-Am Classic grand final has been staged at world-class golfing destinations in South Africa, Spain, Portugal, the USA, Mauritius, and the UAE. To celebrate the 31st year, we’re returning to the distinguished city of Girona, in Catalonia, Spain. Acclaimed for its rich history, and as the gastronomic capital of the country, Girona is also home to the number one golf course in Spain—the Stadium Course at PGA Catalunya Resort.
To help protect our guests against exposure to the COVID-19 virus, we are taking extensive health and safety measures that include:
- PPE – Masks and personal hand sanitizer provided
- Hand sanitizing stations throughout the hotel and on the golf course
- Masks required at all times except while actively eating or drinking
- Strict monitoring of mask mandate and social distancing
- Floor clings indicating 6-foot social distancing, where appropriate
- Tables and chairs set up with 6-foot distancing
- Individual boxed or plated meals and snacks
- Small coach transportation to allow for social distancing
- Transportation staff to have temperature checks daily
- Outdoor or open-air networking events
- Entrance and exit doors clearly marked at all venues
Additionally, we’ll be following the safety protocols in effect at:
Hotel Camiral
Golf Safety and Social Distancing Measures
We’ll keep you informed with any safety updates on this page as we prepare for the 31st Pro-Am Classic.
History of Diners Club International
DINERS CLUB INTERNATIONAL • Diners Club began its proud history in 1950, all because a man named Frank McNamara had dinner in a New York restaurant but left his cash in another suit, leaving him unable to pay the bill. He resolved never to be embarrassed again and founded Diners Club.
Today, Diners Club International Ltd. is a direct banking and payment services company owned by Discover Financial Services (NYSE:DFS), one of the most recognized brands in US financial services. We provide a range of payment options, benefits, and exclusive offers—in partnership with leading merchants, restaurants, and service-industry brands around the world. Diners Club membership is for the select global citizen who wants to experience the best the world has to offer.
To learn more, visit www.dinersclub.com
Past Winners of the DCI Pro-AM Classic
• 2021 Slovenia 172 pts Catalunya Resort, Spain
• 2019 Slovenia 174 pts Four Seasons, Mauritius
• 2018 South Africa 155 pts Four Seasons, Mauritius
• 2017 Peru 178 pts Four Seasons, Mauritius
• 2016 Ecuador 172 pts Four Seasons, Mauritius
• 2015 Serbia 168 pts Fairmont Zimbali, South Africa
• 2014 South Africa 180 pts Abu Dhabi Golf Club, UAE
• 2013 South Africa 174 pts Abu Dhabi Golf Club, UAE
• 2012 South Africa 165 pts Four Seasons, Mauritius
• 2011 Serbia 168 pts Four Seasons, Mauritius
• 2010 Serbia 171 pts Four Seasons, Mauritius
• 2009 South Africa 156 pts Fancourt, South Africa
• 2008 South Africa 172 pts Vila Sol, Portugal
• 2007 Hong Kong 176 pts Sun City, South Africa
• 2006 Russia 164 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 2005 Hong Kong 174 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 2004 Switzerland 123 pts Dubai Creek, UAE
• 2003 South Africa 166 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 2002 Spain 162 pts Dubai Creek, UAE
• 2001 South Africa 171 pts Doral, United States
• 2000 Hong Kong 168 pts Dubai Creek, UAE
• 1999 Spain 189 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 1998 Qatar 182 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 1997 Spain 189 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 1996 Austria 171 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 1995 Benelux 180 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 1994 United Kingdom 176 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 1993 Denmark 167 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 1992 Italy 180 pts La Manga Club, Spain
Welcome to the 31st Annual Diners Club International Pro-Am Classic
Each year, the Diners Club International® hosts the elite Pro-Am Classic golf event. We’re excited to return in our 31st year at this world-class team event, exclusively for Diners Club International® cardmembers.
Select cardmembers from across the globe qualify to play in this 36-hole tournament over two courses at a five-star golfing resort. Since the tournament began in 1991, it has welcomed cardmembers from across the globe including Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Argentina, Italy, Germany, Austria, Spain, Slovenia, Serbia, Finland, Poland, Norway, Denmark, Croatia, India, South Africa, Korea, the United Arab Emirates, and China.
The Diners Club International Pro-Am Classic grand final has been staged at world-class golfing destinations in South Africa, Spain, Portugal, the USA, Mauritius, and the UAE. To celebrate the 31st year, we’re returning to the distinguished city of Girona, in Catalonia, Spain. Acclaimed for its rich history, and as the gastronomic capital of the country, Girona is also home to the number one golf course in Spain—the Stadium Course at PGA Catalunya Resort.
To help protect our guests against exposure to the COVID-19 virus, we are taking extensive health and safety measures that include:
- PPE – Masks and personal hand sanitizer provided
- Hand sanitizing stations throughout the hotel and on the golf course
- Masks required at all times except while actively eating or drinking
- Strict monitoring of mask mandate and social distancing
- Floor clings indicating 6-foot social distancing, where appropriate
- Tables and chairs set up with 6-foot distancing
- Individual boxed or plated meals and snacks
- Small coach transportation to allow for social distancing
- Transportation staff to have temperature checks daily
- Outdoor or open-air networking events
- Entrance and exit doors clearly marked at all venues
Additionally, we’ll be following the safety protocols in effect at:
Hotel Camiral
Golf Safety and Social Distancing Measures
We’ll keep you informed with any safety updates on this page as we prepare for the 31st Pro-Am Classic.
History of Diners Club International
DINERS CLUB INTERNATIONAL • Diners Club began its proud history in 1950, all because a man named Frank McNamara had dinner in a New York restaurant but left his cash in another suit, leaving him unable to pay the bill. He resolved never to be embarrassed again and founded Diners Club.
Today, Diners Club International Ltd. is a direct banking and payment services company owned by Discover Financial Services (NYSE:DFS), one of the most recognized brands in US financial services. We provide a range of payment options, benefits, and exclusive offers—in partnership with leading merchants, restaurants, and service-industry brands around the world. Diners Club membership is for the select global citizen who wants to experience the best the world has to offer.
To learn more, visit www.dinersclub.com
Past Winners of the DCI Pro-AM Classic
• 2021 Slovenia 172 pts Catalunya Resort, Spain
• 2019 Slovenia 174 pts Four Seasons, Mauritius
• 2018 South Africa 155 pts Four Seasons, Mauritius
• 2017 Peru 178 pts Four Seasons, Mauritius
• 2016 Ecuador 172 pts Four Seasons, Mauritius
• 2015 Serbia 168 pts Fairmont Zimbali, South Africa
• 2014 South Africa 180 pts Abu Dhabi Golf Club, UAE
• 2013 South Africa 174 pts Abu Dhabi Golf Club, UAE
• 2012 South Africa 165 pts Four Seasons, Mauritius
• 2011 Serbia 168 pts Four Seasons, Mauritius
• 2010 Serbia 171 pts Four Seasons, Mauritius
• 2009 South Africa 156 pts Fancourt, South Africa
• 2008 South Africa 172 pts Vila Sol, Portugal
• 2007 Hong Kong 176 pts Sun City, South Africa
• 2006 Russia 164 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 2005 Hong Kong 174 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 2004 Switzerland 123 pts Dubai Creek, UAE
• 2003 South Africa 166 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 2002 Spain 162 pts Dubai Creek, UAE
• 2001 South Africa 171 pts Doral, United States
• 2000 Hong Kong 168 pts Dubai Creek, UAE
• 1999 Spain 189 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 1998 Qatar 182 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 1997 Spain 189 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 1996 Austria 171 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 1995 Benelux 180 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 1994 United Kingdom 176 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 1993 Denmark 167 pts La Manga Club, Spain
• 1992 Italy 180 pts La Manga Club, Spain
Experience
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience
As well as playing two world-class golf courses and utilizing the state-of-the-art practice facilities on resort, our guests will be invited to enjoy a range of culinary and cultural experiences for which the area of Catalonia is famous. We will journey beyond the golf courses to enjoy the spectacular foods, wines, and hospitality that are offered in this unique corner of Europe.
Breath-taking Girona
This is truly a city in which you’ll want to get lost. Amble through the cobblestone roads that lead you to stunning medieval architecture, ancient walls, and Roman remains, all on the banks of the Onyar River. This historic getaway is a short drive from the glittering beaches of Costa Brava, and a 40-minute train ride from the bustling metropolis of Barcelona.
World-Class Accommodations
No luxury is spared at the PGA Catalunya Resort. You will stay at the 5-star Hotel Camiral, a haven of tranquility featuring a sleek, contemporary exterior contrasting with a richly textured and sumptuous interior, offering luxury, comfort, and tasteful elegance, all nestled in the foothills of the Pyrenees.
One of the Best Courses
Ranked number 1 in Spain and number 4 in Europe, this is a tough and challenging golfing masterpiece which is admired by golfers from all over the world. You will have the privilege to play a practice round and the final tournament round on this magnificent course which has hosted the Spanish Open four times and was originally designed with a view to hosting the Ryder Cup.
One of the Most Beautiful Courses
This course is equally beautiful, yet a little kinder than its older brother. The Tour Course features pine trees, lakes, and slightly wider fairways with strategically placed bunkers, making it a worthy challenge and a rising star of this world-leading resort.
Both courses are designed to be played with golf carts.
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience
As well as playing two world-class golf courses and utilizing the state-of-the-art practice facilities on resort, our guests will be invited to enjoy a range of culinary and cultural experiences for which the area of Catalonia is famous. We will journey beyond the golf courses to enjoy the spectacular foods, wines, and hospitality that are offered in this unique corner of Europe.
Breath-taking Girona
This is truly a city in which you’ll want to get lost. Amble through the cobblestone roads that lead you to stunning medieval architecture, ancient walls, and Roman remains, all on the banks of the Onyar River. This historic getaway is a short drive from the glittering beaches of Costa Brava, and a 40-minute train ride from the bustling metropolis of Barcelona.
World-Class Accommodations
No luxury is spared at the PGA Catalunya Resort. You will stay at the 5-star Hotel Camiral, a haven of tranquility featuring a sleek, contemporary exterior contrasting with a richly textured and sumptuous interior, offering luxury, comfort, and tasteful elegance, all nestled in the foothills of the Pyrenees.
One of the Best Courses
Ranked number 1 in Spain and number 4 in Europe, this is a tough and challenging golfing masterpiece which is admired by golfers from all over the world. You will have the privilege to play a practice round and the final tournament round on this magnificent course which has hosted the Spanish Open four times and was originally designed with a view to hosting the Ryder Cup.
One of the Most Beautiful Courses
This course is equally beautiful, yet a little kinder than its older brother. The Tour Course features pine trees, lakes, and slightly wider fairways with strategically placed bunkers, making it a worthy challenge and a rising star of this world-leading resort.
Both courses are designed to be played with golf carts.
Qualify
To Qualify
Cardmembers are invited to participate in tournaments that are organised by their local Diners Club Franchise. The winners of these local tournaments will qualify to represent their country in the Diners Club International Pro-Am Classic in Girona, Spain.
To find out if your local Diners Club hosts qualifying tournaments, please contact us.
Teams
- The Pro-Am tournament will comprise of national teams with one professional golfer and three amateur players.
- All competitors must have a valid and up-to-date handicap certificate that they will be asked to present to the Event Managers. Maximum handicap is 24 for men and 30 for women. All professionals will play as scratch.
Itinerary
Wednesday, 4th
October
Arrive at Girona Costa Brava Airport or Barcelona Airport; courtesy transport to PGA Catalunya Resort
Informal pool-side Welcome Reception at Hotel Camiral
Thursday, 5th
October
Practice round, Diners Club International Pro-Am Classic, Stadium Course
Spanish fiesta
Friday, 6th
October
First round, Diners Club International Pro-Am Classic, Tour Course
Evening at your leisure
Saturday, 7th
October
Final round, Diners Club International Pro-Am Classic, Stadium Course
Gala Dinner and Prize Giving Ceremony
Sunday, 8th
October
Depart Resort; courtesy transport to Girona Costa Brava Airport or Barcelona Airport
Travel
All travel arrangements, including securing hotel reservations and ground transportation, will be made on your behalf by your local Diners Club. Upon arrival, you will be greeted at the airport by a driver for courtesy transport to PGA Catalunya Resort.
As our guest, you will be provided with breakfast and lunch every day as well as dinner at organised evening events. All other expenses, including dinner on 4th October, bar drinks, mini-bar items, laundry, telephone calls, pro-shop purchases, and spa treatments must be settled individually at checkout.
October temperatures average 25° C to 18° C (77° F to 65° F); we recommend some light cover for early mornings on the course and for evening functions, some of which will be outdoors. The dress code is generally smart-casual, with smart evening dress for the Gala Dinner and Prize Giving on the final night. Golf attire is required on both courses and golf shoes must be fitted with soft spikes.
At your earliest convenience, please visit the website of your local Spanish Consulate to find out if you or your guest(s) require a visa to enter Spain. If you do, please follow the instructions on the website to apply for the visa prior to your trip. Upon request, we will provide you with a letter from the PGA Catalunya Resort to confirm your stay at the Resort. Click here to contact us for the letter.
All travel arrangements, including securing hotel reservations and ground transportation, will be made on your behalf by your local Diners Club. Upon arrival, you will be greeted at the airport by a driver for courtesy transport to PGA Catalunya Resort.
As our guest, you will be provided with breakfast and lunch every day as well as dinner at organised evening events. All other expenses, including dinner on 4th October, bar drinks, mini-bar items, laundry, telephone calls, pro-shop purchases, and spa treatments must be settled individually at checkout.
October temperatures average 25° C to 18° C (77° F to 65° F); we recommend some light cover for early mornings on the course and for evening functions, some of which will be outdoors. The dress code is generally smart-casual, with smart evening dress for the Gala Dinner and Prize Giving on the final night. Golf attire is required on both courses and golf shoes must be fitted with soft spikes.
At your earliest convenience, please visit the website of your local Spanish Consulate to find out if you or your guest(s) require a visa to enter Spain. If you do, please follow the instructions on the website to apply for the visa prior to your trip. Upon request, we will provide you with a letter from the PGA Catalunya Resort to confirm your stay at the Resort. Click here to contact us for the letter.
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