Published by the prestigious publishing house Assouline, Morocco: Kingdom of Golf is an exceptional coffee-table book celebrating the history, heritage, and international influence of golf in Morocco.

Through a rich and thoroughly documented narrative, the book retraces more than a century of golf development in the Kingdom, from its origins in the early 20th century to its contemporary growth. It highlights the visionary role of His Late Majesty King Hassan II, whose ambition established golf as a strategic driver for tourism, diplomacy, and sport, notably through the creation of the Hassan II Golf Trophy, the Royal Golf Dar Es Salam, and the Lalla Meryem Cup.

The book also pays tribute to the continued commitment of His Majesty King Mohammed VI and His Royal Highness Prince Moulay Rachid, who have helped position the sport within a modern, structured, and sustainable dynamic. Today, Moroccan golf stands out not only for the quality of its infrastructures and exceptional courses, but also for a vision focused on youth development, education, inclusion, and sustainability.

A true invitation to travel, Morocco: Kingdom of Golf explores some of the Kingdom’s most beautiful golf courses. It showcases the diversity of Morocco’s landscapes, the richness of its culture, and the excellence of Moroccan craftsmanship, establishing Morocco as a leading international golf destination.

More than a book, this publication embodies an ambition: to make golf a powerful vehicle for Morocco’s international influence.

About John Steinbreder :

John Steinbreder is an award-winning journalist and the author of twenty-six books. A senior writer for Global Golf Post, Steinbreder previously worked as a reporter for Fortune Magazine, writer-reporter for Sports Illustrated, and senior writer for Golfweek. He first visited Morocco in 1995 to cover the Hassan II Golf Trophy and has returned many times since to write about the tournament. Over the years, he has also published dozens of articles on Morocco as a golf and travel destination and authored a comprehensive history of the Royal Golf Dar Es Salam.

About Assouline Publishing :

Founded in Paris in 1994 by Prosper and Martine Assouline, Assouline has established itself as a global reference in luxury publishing, combining culture, art, and lifestyle.

The publishing house is renowned for its richly illustrated books dedicated to worlds such as fashion, design, architecture, travel, gastronomy, and heritage. Conceived as true works of art, Assouline books are distinguished by the quality of their imagery, meticulous craftsmanship, and high-end positioning.

Assouline has also developed a unique “brand culture” concept, collaborating with prestigious institutions, destinations, and maisons to create bespoke publications that highlight their history and identity.

Assouline embodies a singular editorial vision: transforming the book into an aesthetic and sensory experience dedicated to cultural transmission and storytelling.