The Club at Hidden Creek is an 18-hole championship Ron Garl masterpiece that has been cited as one of “The finest golf facility in Northwest Florida” with a 4 ½ rating from Golf Digest. The golf course features the Par-72, 6,284-yards of play from the longest tees and was given a course rating of 71.2 and a slope rating of 129. And since the entire layout was designed to provide all sorts of golfers the fair test of their golfing skills, the course served as the former host to the U.S. Open Qualifying Rounds. Since the layout’s debut in 1988, Florida’s finest golfing experience was finally unveiled.

What makes The Club at Hidden Creek quite unique from the rest of Florida’s golf layouts are the lush landscaping, manicured greens, fast greens, and the scenic rolling terrain. In addition, golfers are also provided with four tee options to choose from depending on what they would prefer to have. Before hitting the golf course for a round of golfing with friends, the natural grass practice facility as well as the chipping and putting area can serve as the venue where one can still take their warm up swings.

Off the greens is a beautifully renovated clubhouse that the resort guests can use. After a challenging golf round, players can relax on the cozy ambiance of the restaurant and bar. The terraced Pavilion with the outdoor fireplace would serve as a perfect venue for an evening of music or chat. And while taking a sumptuous meal, guests are already provided with the best views of the expansive property where the well-maintained and lush golf course stands. Although this golf course is open to the public, private membership is also available. If you want to have a golfing experience of a lifetime, then head your way to The Club at Hidden Creek.

Perfectly nestled in Normandy Isle’s serene residential area is the Normandy Shores Golf Club. Considered as one of Miami’s best-kept secrets, this million-dollar golf layout has been the center of attraction for both the local and foreign guests after the major renovations were made by the famous Arthur Hills. Part of the major restoration was the re-grassing of the entire golf course with the paspalum grass as well as adding more undulations and expanding the greens. The golf course was closed for almost three years just to complete the stunning changes. And when it re opened in 2008, golfers coming from the different parts of the globe started to flock Miami Beach to experience one of the state’s finest. The Normandy Shores started its operations in 1915 and later became a part of the U.S. Army-Air Forces training camp during the World War II. And in 1956, Mark Manahah was hired to redesign the entire layout.

This 18-hole public golf course now features the rolling fairways, bunkers, and water hazards that will surely test even the highly skilled golfers. It also offers the three sets of tees ranging from 5,900 yards all the way to 6,800 yards of play. And while on play, guests can have the best views of the Biscayne Bay with the soothing breeze as well as the tropical wild life backdrop. Spotted on the golf layout regularly are the legendary professional golfers including Arnold Palmer, Peter Thompson, and Sam Snead.

Before hitting the greens, golfers can have their warming up at the driving range and putting green. And after the exciting golf round, guests can share a meal or two at the Grill Room where the finest selection of salads, sandwiches, as well as the full bar service are featured.

Golf at its finest is what the Jacaranda Golf Club is all about. This golf gem offers the best 36-hole layout that represents the perfect consolidation of golf’s best traditions. Each year, golf enthusiasts gather in this prestigious golf club to experience one of South Florida’s finest golfing. In order to give golfers the more challenging and exciting golf rounds, both the West Course and the East Course underwent major renovations. The restoration showcases the new set of tees, greens, fairways, cart paths, as well as landscaping by combining the traditional design with the state-of-the-art technology.

The East Course now features the paspalum tee boxes as well as the fairways that offer the most playable surfaces. The famous golf course architect Bobby Weed introduced the latest Tif-Dwarf greens giving the layout the award-winning putting surfaces. This 18-hole facility also features unique bunkering and multitude of shot options to give golfers a well-deserved short game.

The West Course on the other hand has been noted for being a shot maker’s golf course. If you are looking for the perfect test of golfing skills then this 18-hole layout suits you best. While on play, golfers need to pass through the challenging doglegs, lagoons, landing areas that are tightened by bunkers, and the green complexes. Every golfer must have the equal balance of mental agility and physical ability to efficiently uncover the layout’s challenging golf holes.

Aside from providing a fair test of golf to all sorts of golfers, the Jacaranda Golf Club also served as the venue for various golf competitions including the U.S. Open Qualifying, PGA Tour G-School, Florida Open Qualifying, and the Men’s and Women’s Broward Amateur Tournaments.

Perfectly nestled in the vast lands of Orlando’s north side is the 4-star rated Debary Golf and Country Club. This 6,776-yard golf layout was designed by the famous Lloyd Clifton and has been considered as a part of an astounding semi-private country club neighborhood. This 18-hole golf course is also a recipient of various citations including that of reputable golf publications like GOLF Digest. In 2003, the golf layout was also cited as one of “Florida’s Favorite 100” by Florida Golf News Magazine. And since its debut in 1990, Debary has been consistently chosen as the qualifying site for the U.S. Open.

The golf course also features the undulating fairways as well as the rolling greens that are true and fast. Since the layout has been inspired by true Carolina feel, only the 9^th and 18^th green features the water hazard. And to provide the golfers with their own private space from the prestigious community, the entire layout is set away by the dense woods and vegetation. This par-72 golf gem was also given a course rating of 72.7 and a 134 slope rating on Bermuda grass. Off the tees, guests can have a relaxing get together at the golf club’s luxurious clubhouse that combines business and elegance.

The Debary Golf and Country Club is not just a haven for the golf enthusiasts but also for the nature lovers. Guests coming from almost different parts of the globe flock the place to experience high end golfing together with nature at its finest. Aside from being a popular golf destination, Debary is also a known National Audubon Society certified bird sanctuary.

The Trilogy Golf Club at Vistancia is a Gary Panks masterpiece that is perfectly set among Arizona’s stunning sceneries. This par-72, golf gem features the transitional bunkers wherein 70 of them dot the entire golf course in the native areas and fairways. The golf course also offers the five sets of tee boxes that can cater to all sorts of golfers with various handicap levels. With tees that range from 5,573 yards all the way to 7,259 yards of play, each golfer will have their fair share of golf test. This 18-hole facility was also given a course rating of 73.9 and a slope rating of 134.

Being crafted to perfection, the Trilogy Golf Club at Vistancia is all about golfing at its finest. While on play, golfers can also catch a glimpse of the state’s breathtaking vistas and the vast clear blue skies. Although the golf course provides the perfect challenge to most of the accomplished golfers, budding golfers can also be accommodated. With towering grasses which border the lush green fairways, this distinctive land feature has now turned into a striking landscape that has been attracting guests from almost all parts of the globe.

Just recently, the Trilogy was given a “5 out of 5 stars” rating Best Places to Play in 2008-2009 by Golf Digest. This prestigious citation was only given to 24 North American courses and no one else in Arizona. Aside from the challenging golf holes, both the golf enthusiasts and nature lovers can also relax in the clubhouse with the fine fare offering at the Verde Grill that complements an outstanding residential resort community as well as the high end recreational facility.

A perfect golf paradise set alongside the Canadian Rockies Mountains is what the Fairmont Southampton Golf Course is all about. Designed by the famed Theodore Robinson, this 18-hole layout takes advantage of the area’s white sand beaches, mangrove forests, as well as the majestic views of the St. Lawrence River. Since the golf course rests on the grounds of the famous Fairmont Southampton Hotel, aside from having one of the finest golf experiences, guests can also have their fair share of the high-end accommodations and other facilities.

This 2,684-yard par-3 golf gem was created to let golfers experience the new heights in short games. The layout’s spectacular elevation changes resulted to a mandatory use of golf carts until sunset golf. While on play, golfers of all ability levels will come across the 200-feet drop on the course’s first two holes. And adding up to the challenge for each round is the island breeze that has become a definite playing factor since much of the course faces the Atlantic Ocean. In order to go through the well-designed obstacles that include the myriad of bunkers, three tee offerings, and two water hazards, every golfer is required to have the prudent club selection.

The Fairmont Southampton Golf Course has already hosted several golf competitions including the Champions Tour, LPGA Tour, and the PGA Tour. Aside from the finest golf layout, the golf club also offers the complete pro shop, a large practice green, and golf lessons being handled by high-caliber golf instructors. If you want to play at the nearby championship golf courses, the hotel’s dedicated Golf Concierge will help you with the arrangements. So whether it is golf or nature discovery, this place serves as an ideal golf vacation getaway for the entire family.

The Mid Ocean Golf Club is among Bermuda Islands’ finest golf gems that has been attracting guests from almost all parts of the globe. Perfectly nestled in a charming town, this layout served as a golf vacation dream that was built in 1921. The golf course was designed by Charles Blair Macdonald, a legendary golf course architect. After the layout underwent major renovations in the 1950’s, Mid Ocean Golf Club has then turned into a championship venue and has been highlighted as the 45^th among the world’s courses outside the U.S. as cited by Golf Digest. In 2007, this 18-hole championship golf course was home to the PGA Grand Slam. Aside from the famous golf professionals that played on the course, George Bush, Sir Winston Churchill, Dwight Eisenhower, and Babe Ruth also graced the layout with their golf games.

This private golf club features the some of the island’s popular golf holes like the par-3 17^th-hole known as “Redan”, the par-4 18^th, and the signature par-4 5^th. As the golfers approach the 4^th fairway all the way to the 5^th tee, a hit over a large lake would be required as the stunning par-4 dog leg left comes into play. The #1, #3, #17, and #18 on the other hand offer the great variety of plays as these holes regularly comes in contact with the winds coming from the sea. If you want that your golf round will end perfectly, accuracy and concentration is a must.

Aside from the dramatic golf course that features the rolling valleys and terrific greenery, golfers and nature lovers alike will surely enjoy a relaxing break away from the hustles of the busy world. If you are planning to stay longer, on the grounds are the cozy guest rooms, tennis courts, full-service clubhouse, and the sparkling beaches.

The Cougar Point Golf Course in Kiawah Island has been considered as one of the island’s most dramatic vistas. The course was originally named Marsh Point but was later changed. In 1996, the golf course was completely redesigned by Gary Player and now features the perfect blend of long and short par-4s, challenging par-3s, and the risk/reward par-5s in the 6,875-yard layout. The new par-72 Cougar Point is now 600 yards longer than the first Gary Player masterpiece that opened in 1976. Just recently, the golf course was cited as “Best Places to Play” by Golf Digest reader’s poll and the “Golf Course of The Year” as cited by the Golf Course Owners Association of South Carolina.

While on play, golfers of all ability levels can find the course’s new design a bit challenging. The short par-4 holes now offer the open-run-up areas at the front of the green as well as the wide landing areas giving each golfer the array of options to avoid the obstacles and take the best angles towards the target. On the 5^th hole, in order to avoid hitting around and over the trees, golfers must opt for the right. The opposite is required when dealing with the 7^th and 8^th hole in order to avoid the trees that guard the approach shots. In order to have the relaxing feel while on the greens, hole #6 provides a spectacular view of the Kiawah River and on almost every hole is the sight of the countless wading birds including the pelicans and osprey eyeing for a meal.

To culminate an exciting golf round, players must go through the magnificent finishing holes from the 15^th all the way to the par-4 18^th hole. Cougar Point has the course rating of 73.0 and 134 slope rating on Bermuda grass.

The Firefox Golf and Country Club is a premier North Carolina golf destination set in the vast lands of Sandhills. What was once a famous golf hunting area is now home to the traditional and award-winning 36 golf holes. The golf course was designed by the famed golf architect Gene Hamm that started its operations in 1968. Over the years, golfers coming from various locations including many famous names have graced the layout’s well designed fairways. The golf club now features two layouts: The Foxfire East Course and The Foxfire West Course that provide guests with a classic and unique golf experience. These two courses meander through North Carolina’s rolling terrains bordered by the tall pine trees and features the Bermuda fairways and tees as well as the Bent grass greens.

The Foxfire East Course is considered as Hamm’s flair for classic golf. The layout is perfectly nestled on the area’s natural contours and features the strategically placed bunkers, tree-lined fairways, and the generous greens. While on play, golfers will encounter the tough first hole that offers the par 5 play. All throughout the game, guests will be rewarded with the layout’s great conditions and natural beauty. In 1998, Foxfire underwent an incredible course improvement.

The Foxfire West Course on the other hand offers the traditional golfing at its best. After the major renovations, the layout featured the all new G-6 bent grass greens, new cart paths, new bunkers, and the new irrigation system. What makes this course unique is that it is being highlighted by the challenging par-3s. To provide the classic feel, the golf course is surrounded by the rolling hills and the tall pines.