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Arizona Golf

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Considered as one of the Four Corners states of the United States and the sixth largest in terms of land area, Arizona has been popularly known for its desert landscape. Of the state’s vast 113,998 square miles area, 85% is home to park lands, public forests, and the Native American reservations. Although the state has been best known for its desert climate, pine-covered areas on its mountains and plateaus are among the additional topographical characteristics that are not known to many. Aside from the magnificent Grand Canyon, guests from all over the world can feast on the great views of unusual rock formations, amazing sunrises and sunsets, towering mountains above the red-walled canyons, as well as the state’s beautiful greens with exciting golf vacation packages. Arizona’s renowned golf courses include Phoenix/Scottsdale and Tucson.

Phoenix/Scottsdale

Phoenix and Scottsdale are among the rapidly growing cities that comprise the world renowned Valley of the Sun. Phoenix is home to the state’s most traditional and venerable resorts suited for all kinds of golf vacation while Scottsdale has the world’s most impressive high end resort courses. Each year, these places cater to millions of beginner and professional golfers who want to test their skills on the admirable collection of high quality layouts. These courses were masterpieces of some notable designers like Jack Nicklaus II, Robert Trent Jones Sr., Robert Trent Jones Jr., and Hale Irwin. Whether taking a day off the hustles of the busy world or simply enjoy nature at its finest with the entire family, Phoenix/Scottsdale offers one of the world’s best vacation destination that comes along with unmatched golfing experiences.

Tucson

Situated 118 miles off Phoenix is Tucson, the 32nd largest city in the United States. Set on the Sonoran desert’s alluvial plains, Tucson is surrounded by minor ranges of mountains. To its north is the Tortolita and Santa Catalina Mountains, to the east is the Rincon Mountains, to the south is the Santa Rita Mountains, and to the west is the Tucson Mountains. In these majestic mountains, the lush greens with the warm gentle breeze holds the array of amazing golf courses that every golfer on all handicap levels will find very challenging.

Alabama Golf

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Alabama is considered as the United States’ 30th largest state and has a total land area of 52,423 square miles. On its north border is Tennessee, to the east is Georgia, to the south is Florida, and to its west is Mississippi. Set in various elevation ranges, Alabama is home to the amazing warm beaches, natural parks and forests, and the urban culture rich metropolitan cities. From the state’s great outdoors and amazing cityscapes, to the caverns and historic homes, guests are provided with endless opportunities to relax and rejuvenate. Along with the array of tourists’ spots, Alabama is often flocked because of the amazing golf courses that come with scenic views and picturesque backdrops. The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail is among the state’s precious gems where guests can enjoy the best golf vacation.

Robert Trent Jones Trail

The Robert Trent Jones Trail is comprised of 21 amazing courses that features 378 holes spread across the 8 locations within the state. Alabama  was cited as “the 3rd best state for golf value” by Golf Digest. With its recent development, the trail is now composed of 11 sites with a total of 468 holes. Designed by the renowned golf course architect Robert Trent Jones Sr, the trail has been considered as one of the world’s premier golf destinations. Since its existence, the Robert Trent Jones Trail has been collecting numerous awards from various international magazines. With such accolades, golfers can experience a unique world-class golfing at the trail.

Bermuda Golf

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Golf in Bermuda

Also known as Somers Islands, the Bermudas is considered as a British overseas territory found in North Atlantic Ocean. The place serves as one of the last remains of the vast British colonial empire territory in North America. Bermuda is comprised of approximately 138 islands and islets with major islands connected together by the road bridges. Each year, tourists from all parts of the globe visit Bermuda to experience the best relaxing environment that no other escape destinations can offer. Aside from the array of sightseeing attractions, this 21-square mile island is also home to some of the world’s finest greens. Guests can take advantage of the golf vacation packages in Bermuda in order to experience the best that this sublime subtropical paradise can offer.

Bermuda Islands

Nature at its finest suits the best description for Bermuda Islands. With the island’s stunning location, serenading wildlife, lush hills, and the blooming vegetation, Bermuda Islands serves as the haven for endless outdoor adventure. The island is also considered as a paradise where several masterpieces of renowned golf course designers and architects are set. Golfers of all ability levels can put to test their swinging skills on the island’s seven amazing golf courses. They include the semi-private Belmont Hills Golf Club, the challenging Fairmont Southampton Golf Course, the legendary Mid Ocean Golf Club, the meticulously manicured Ocean View Golf Club, the Port Royal Golf Club, the Ridell’s Bay Golf Club, and the Tuckers Point Golf Club, which was cited as one of the “Best Golf Resort in the Caribbean”.

Atlanta Golf

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Considered as New South’s vanguard, Atlanta is a city of charm and elegance with the balance of sleek modernism and southern traditions. Atlanta’s metropolitan area is among the country’s fastest growing areas and has been home to top businesses as well as the headquarters of some of the world’s large corporations and Fortune 500 companies. Aside from the high-rise and midrise developments of Atlanta’s skyline, the city is also flocked by both the local and foreign guests to experience one of the finest tee times in the state. Some of the magnificent golf courses in Atlanta that comes with economical golf vacation packages include the Whitewater Creek, the Traditions of Braselton, the Sun City Peachtree, the Summergrove, and the Planterra Ridge.

Whitewater Creek

The Whitewater Creek is among Atlanta’s finest layouts designed by the famous Arnold Palmer. This championship layout is set through the majestic waterways and rolling fairways with manicured greens configured with sand bunkers. Golfers of all handicaps  can put  their skills to test on Palmer’s well designed holes and experience top-notch dining along in the resort’s well-appointed clubhouse.

Traditions of Braselton

Set in the quaint town of Braselton is the Traditions of Braselton; a championship caliber layout designed Mike Dasher. The course was a reminiscent of the traditional northeast links course that features the Bent grass putting surfaces, tees, and the Bermuda grass filled fairways and roughs. Aside from the exciting rounds of golf, guests can also take advantage of the PGA certified instruction for all skill levels of golfers.

Sun City Peachtree

The Sun City Peachtree is an 18-hole golf course that showcases generous fairways, large bent grass greens, as well as the beautiful vistas. Guests can also warm up at the expansive practice area that features 2 practice putting greens. The course architect, Gary Stephenson, has also worked with other top notch golf course designers on well known projects before coming up with his own rendition of an excellent golf layout.

Summergrove

Summergrove is an award-winning championship layout that features the challenging 18 holes that are nationally ranked by Golf Digest. The course’s vast area is set over the beautiful rolling hills with the splendor of the numerous dogwoods and hardwoods contained in preserved areas of the wetlands and wildlife habitats. Summergrove is also a member of the highly acclaimed Audubon International Signature where it maintains first-rate amenities as well as top notch tee times. What make this course stand out from among the other courses in Atlanta are the impeccably manicured bent grass greens and the Zoysia fairways.

Planterra Ridge

Well designed holes and best views combined is what the Planterra Ridge offers to its guests. This 18-hole facility was designed by Jeff Burton and Rocky Roquermore. Golfers from all parts of the globe come to Planterra to experience the layout’s demanding tee shots, undulating greens, and the tree-lined fairways. The course also features the grass and mat hitting areas, premium range balls, targets, a wide double-sided driving range, and the short game practice area. Along with the Flat Creek and Braelinn, the Planterra Ridge is another Peachtree City extension of its cluster courses.

Canada Golf

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Canada, a country that stretches from the Pacific Ocean to the west, Atlantic Ocean to the east, and northward to the Arctic Ocean, is considered as North America’s second largest country as well as the wealthiest. Vast distances with rich natural beauty are among the many other things that suits Canada’s ambiance. What was once inhabited by the Aboriginal people has now turned into a major tourist destination renowned for its vast and untouched landscape together the country’s unique culture and history. Home to an array of seasoned festivities, Canada also boasts of its amazing golf courses that feature championship holes. Golfers from the different parts of the globe flock the city to experience the best challenges that only the finest greens in Canada can offer. Guests can also avail of the various affordable golf vacation packages that will pave way for the best relaxing vacation experience that is beyond compare.

Prince Edward Island

Prince Edward Island is a maritime province that has been considered as Canada’s smallest nation in terms of land area and population. This small island has also been referred to as the “Garden of the Gulf” due to its lush agricultural lands and pastoral sceneries. “The Island”, as what the local dwellers name it, boasts of its pristine sandy beaches and dunes. That is why the local and foreign guests feast on beach, seafood, music, as well as the House of Anne of Green Gables. The island guests who want to give their swinging skills a try can take advantage of the array of renowned golf courses that the island offers.

Central Oregon Golf

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Endless outdoor adventure is what Central Oregon is all about. A region set among the towering mountains with raging rivers and cliff walls, vacation goers from across the nation would often stand rapt in awe especially during the first encounter with the vast surrounding wilderness. Aside from the jaw-dropping vistas and peaks, Central Oregon is also home to the array of restaurant scenes, galleries, microbreweries, shopping establishments, and museums. A known all-time favorite golf vacation destination with the growing arts scene, impressive dining, great outdoors, and the vibrant night life, the region has been catering to an increasing number of tourists each year. Aside from its major attractions, Central Oregon also boasts of the magnificently designed unique golf courses that are thriving in the area. Some of the well designed layouts that serve as an idyllic playground for golfers of all ability levels include the Crosswater Course, the Meadows Course, and the Woodlands Course of Sunriver Resort.

Sunriver Resort- Crosswater Course

The Crosswater Course of Sunriver Resort is a premier 18-hole bent grass heathland style golf facility that offers the 7,683 yards of play. This Robert E. Cupp masterpiece has been cited as among “America’s 100 Greatest Courses” by Golf Digest and served as the host for the Tradition Major Championship of JELD-WEN from 2007-2010. Set in the magnificent 600 acres of carefully preserved wetlands and woodlands, the Crosswater features the bent grass greens and fairways threaded by the Little Deschutes and Deschutes Rivers, and the five tee placements for every hole that balance the risks against the rewards. Golfers can also enhance their swinging skills on the driving range and the chipping and putting greens before taking the rounds at one of the world’s finest greens.

Sun River – Meadows Course

Considered as one of the Northwest’s favorite golf destination, the Meadows Course of Sun River Resort features the use of fore-bunkers that provide ample challenges to sorts of golfers. The Meadows also served as the host for popular golf competitions like the championship tournament of the NCAA Men’s Division as well as several USGA and NCAA golf tournaments. Designed by John Fought, an acclaimed golf course architect that was once a U.S. Amateur Champion; the course has the bent grass greens and tees that wind through the strands of Lodge Pole Pine and Ponderosa.

Sunriver Resort – Woodlands Course

The Woodlands Course of Sunriver Resort was designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., a renowned golf course architect. This par 72, 6,913 yard course  debuted in 1981 and has been considered as one of the all-time favorites of the locals. The course features the tree-lined corridors and challenging greens that go along with scenic views, beautiful setting, and superb conditioning. Prominent in the area are the water features and lava rock outcroppings. Being flocked by golfers of all ability levels from across the nation, Woodlands was given the distinction as a “Gold Medal Award-Winning Resort” by the prestigious Golf Magazine. In order to go past the various layout challenges, accuracy on shots is required.

Scenic Hills Golf Club

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Dubbed as the “Jewel of the Emerald Coast”, the Scenic Hills Golf Club is a perfect mix of design and natural beauty. This inventive and challenging golf course first opened in 1959 and was originally designed by the famed Chic Adams. And in 1992, Jerry Pate, a former U.S. Open Champion, redesigned the entire layout. This 18-hole championship golf layout has been known as Florida’s only golf course to host a prestigious U.S. Open event.

Exceptional conditions together with beautiful surroundings are among the many other things that makes this golf club an only one of its kind. That is why both the golf aficionados and nature buffs come together to have the feel of adventure. Golfers with various ability levels can put to test their swinging abilities on the par-71, 6,700-yard layout that is being highlighted by undulating terrains. In addition, the golf course also has the champion Bermuda greens, 419 fairways, the 4 sets of tee boxes found on every hole, and the continuous cart paths. Scenic Hills was given a course rating of 73. 0 and 135 slope rating. Before hitting the challenging greens, golfers can still sharpen their skills on the club’s comprehensive practice facility that features a driving range as well as the putting green.

Each year, golf enthusiasts coming from any parts of the globe flock this amazing resort to experience the finest in golfing and compete as well. Whether you have just started to golf or already looking forward to a professional career, Scenic Hills Golf Club will give you the various golf challenges that will give you an assessment of where your golfing efforts are taking you.