Thursday, December 25, 2008

Golf Around America

How many holes can one play a day and still enjoy the course? After a round at the club do you ever sit at the 19th green and wonder what else is out there, what challenge could another course have for you? The United States has some if not the best golfing destinations in the world -- there are warm courses in the southeast and southwest and lush fairways and beautiful coastal views in the northeast and pacific coast. Golf is a game for everyone and for everyone that plays golf there is a course to match their style.
The southeast is a year-round golf destination that offers both great weather and challenging courses. Probably the greatest course in the southeast is in the city of Charleston Kiawah Island Resort and its five award winning golf courses. Many of these courses have had design influences by names such as Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicholas, and Gary Player just to name a few. Not to be shown up Florida has become the state with the most courses in the southeast. Daytona Beach alone has more than 20 courses and Orlando has some of the biggest-name courses in the country. There are courses in Florida that some of the PGA and LPGA pros have designed and currently live on. How could anyone forget the name Augusta? Georgia’s crown jewel of the golf and the home of some of golf are greatest moments for the PGA tour.
The Northeast, even with its short season and cooler weather has the most popular courses in the United States. Voted the best in the United States for 2005 and 2007, Pine Valley New Jersey is the best 18 that the northeast has. National Golf Links or America in South Hampton New York is also in that top 10. It’s amazing when you think of how short the season is compared with the southeast but how much golfers seem to enjoy the challenges that the northeast gives them. The views from some of the holes in the northeast are as awesome as the courses themselves.
Now the West and Southwest are like a combination of the Northeast and Southeast with a twist all its own. Words like Pebble Beach are as much a part of golf as the ball. Palm Springs is another huge name in that California region. What about someplace that you may or may not have thought about. How about Vegas? Have you ever thought what people do there during the day or when the casinos just are not enough? Well, golf is tops in the City of Sin. Famous or not they all come to Vegas for fun and that is what they can have at the courses that line the desert.
Plan your golf vacation as soon as possible and remember that no matter where in the United States you are there is always someplace to bring your clubs and enjoy a quick 18.

Friday, November 21, 2008

Golf Travel - Something for Everyone

If someone in your life loves to golf, why not surprise him or her with a beautiful golf vacation? Many people avoid sending loved ones on golf weekends, because it leaves nothing for them. If this is your case, and you'd enjoy a vacation too, the golf weekend is a perfect idea for you as well. Why? Because golf travel offers a little something for everyone.

Just because you don't golf doesn't mean you shouldn't enjoy a golf vacation. Consider packing up your husband, the kids, and his clubs and hitting the road for a beautiful destination. While your husband golfs, you can spend time in the spa, lounge on the beach, hit some of the local boutiques, or just simply explore all of the amenities the area has to offer. Or perhaps it's your wife who does the golfing. If this is the case, you might enjoy some of the local cuisine, the batting cages, go carts, maybe even taking in some of the local shows.

Rest assured that anywhere you may fancy to go for a golf vacation will offer entertainment and amenities for your entire family. Most golf resorts offer full-service spas, high-quality restaurants, a vast array of shopping options, and they're usually within driving distance of some of the most prominent local attractions.

If nothing else, consider a golf weekend as your first opportunity to actually appreciate and enjoy the sport. Plan a romantic getaway for two and show support for something your spouse, boyfriend, or girlfriend loves to do. You'll enrich your relationship and you may just fall in love with the game of golf in the process.

If you're seriously considering a golf getaway, there are a wide variety of resources you should research prior to booking a flight. Consult the professionals to determine the best places to go, the best courses on earth, and what to expect in your travels. There are some full-service golf vacation planners who will even book your flights for you. All you have to do is show up and fly in first class to an exotic location.

Be sure and plan ahead for your trip. You'll need to pack the proper golf attire, and you may need to purchase a travel golf bag. You've probably heard people say that golf is a gentleman's game, but that doesn't mean that only gentleman can play. Even if you're a beginner, you'll enjoy a golf getaway as much as anyone else. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to expand your horizons and provide someone you love with the trip of a lifetime!


Monday, November 10, 2008

Give the Gift of Golf

If you're struggling to find a gift for the avid golfer in your life, why not consider giving the gift of golf? This year, instead of giving your golf lover the same old stuff (i.e. golf shoes, new tees, a gift certificate for a day at the course, and so on), consider going all out by giving him or her a fabulous golf holiday!

Golf weekends, golf vacations, and golf holidays are rapidly becoming one of the most popular gifts for golfers in the United States. You can't go wrong when you send your loved one on a trip to a beautiful location that offers one of the best golf courses in America.

If you do decide to send your golf lover on a golf vacation, there are some things to take into consideration first, not the least of which is location. If you're struggling with the best location for a golf trip, the following information may help:

In 2008, Pinehurst Resort in beautiful North Carolina was recognized as the No. 1 golf resort in the United States. A close second is the Kiawah Island Golf Resort in South Carolina. The golf lover in your life will jump for joy at the opportunity to play one of these fine courses. You should be able to find premier golf courses all over the continental United States, which is a convenient aspect in terms of travel.

Your next consideration before sending a loved one on a golf trip is accommodation. Most resorts will offer a fabulous array of golf packages to accompany various accommodation amenities. These golf packages include everything from greens fees and cart rental to store credit for purchases in the clubhouse or pro shop.

If you're at a loss as to where to start when it comes to picking your golf holiday, consider consulting a professional. There are a wide range of experts who are available to assist you when it comes to both looking for and planning the perfect golf trip.

Golf travel often requires some extra luggage, and for this reason you may also find it wise to purchase a travel golf bag for the one you love. What better way to package your golf weekend than by tucking it in an envelope inside a brand-new travel golf bag! The golf lover in your life will truly appreciate the efforts you've gone through to provide them with a gift they'll never forget!