True Blue

Owning a perfect blend of man-made crafts and natural beauty, the True Blue Golf Course is ranked No. 1 Public Course in Myrtle Beach area by Golf Digest. True Blue utilizes the fertile landscape as it is once an indigo and rice plantation. Twisted oaks and towering pines make this resort ideal for any golf trip. Salt marshes and tidal creeks make perfect backdrops as golfers traverse from hole to hole. Designed by the famous golf course architect Mike Stranz, this low country masterpiece has been on the spotlight for years.

Being on the list of America’s Top 100 Public Courses, the True Blue Golf Resort offers outstanding customer service to their loyal guests as well as to their new family members. Five sets of tees allow players of all skill levels to choose their game and enjoy every round of it. This par 72 championship course stretches from 4900 yards to 7100 yards from the back tees. This golf vacation destination opened in early 98’s and since then, local and international golfers have been enjoying the breath taking views as well as the challenge that every hole of the course brings. Vast fairways and surprising undulations make every round exciting yet rewarding.

The True Blue Golf Course’s 18 acre practice facility allows beginners to practice their shots before entering the field. Advanced players can also utilize this large facility during warm ups. Furthermore, amenities such as fully stocked pro shop, excellent hotel accommodation, and a grill serving sumptuous meals make every vacation count. Lastly, various golf vacation package deals are also available for visitors and players alike.

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Ocean Ridge Golf – Tiger’s Eye

As golfers enter the Ocean Ridge Golf – Tiger’s Eye course, scenic views of natural vegetation and waste land await to greet them warmly. This is a perfect destination spot for those who wanted to take a break on their boring and tiring daily routines and unwind. Make every golf trip count by stepping foot in this breath-taking golf course and let the adrenaline rush through your veins as you make your best shots. This resort is carved from pine and hardwood forest making it possible for the famous architect Tim Cate to blend modern design to the traditional ambiance of the area.

Ranked among the Top 100 Public Courses in America for 2007 and 2008, the Ocean Ridge Golf – Tiger’s Eye course live up to Golf Digest’s expectations. A stunning combination of native grasses, waste land, wildflowers, water hazards, white sand bunkers, pine, and oak trees make this golf vacation destination the top of every golfer’s list to visit. Precision shot-making skills are required for golfers to get through different hazards and dog legs making every round an unforgettable one. A pro house, practice facility, driving range, rental club and carts, as well as famous restaurants and snack bars allow for maximum convenience towards the visitors.

With six sets of tees, the Ocean Ridge Golf – Tiger’s Eye allows players of different skill levels play their rounds just the way they want it to be. Savory meals are being served on the restaurant daily to help reward golfers even more after their game. Different golf vacation packages also make staying at hotels more affordable to clients. Some packages include discounts to pro shop and other services being offered.

Ocean Ridge Golf – Lion’s Paw

Described as the finest work of Willard Byrd, the Ocean Ridge Golf – Lion’s Paw course presents breath-taking views as players enter the paradise. When players approach individual holes, they begin to experience an amazing golf trip in which they will cherish for the years to come. Built in 1990 and opened in 1991, this course has an open guest policy and year round golf season in order to serve local and international clients well. This 18-hole championship public course features 7,003 yards of golf with par 72 layout. From the four sets of tees, players of different skill levels can surely enjoy their rounds.

With a course rating of 74.7 and slope rating of 130, the Ocean Ridge Golf – Lion’s Paw course is open and hilly leading to a beautiful creek valley and wetlands. Deep sugar white sand bunkers await players as they make their way through their rounds. Bent grass greens as well as various water hazards perfectly complement each other giving this golf vacation destination a traditional feel closer to nature. The Safari themed clubhouse harbors full service pro shop, restaurant, and lounge, as well as snack bar and elegant dining rooms which serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

The Ocean Ridge Golf – Lion’s Paw resort accepts credit cards for visitors’ convenience which include VISA, MasterCard, Amex, and Discover. Golf Digest ranked this course in Top 50 in Myrtle Beach while its golf shop is rated in Top 100 Best Golf Shops in America. Lastly, different golf vacation packages are also being rendered by the resort to help guests save a little during their vacations.

Myrtle Beach National – West Course

Opened in 1973, the Myrtle Beach National – West Course was designed by Arnold Palmer and Francis Duane. Among the most beautiful courses in Myrtle Beach, the West Course is the most challenging yet driver friendly of them all. Different sets of tees make this possible as golfers can choose to start on regular tees or back tees with more dog legs and hazards making every golf trip count. Golf Digest ranked this course with 4.5 stars Best Places to Play in 2010. The forest of stately pines border the course and the natural vegetation is preserve in order to allow golfers feel closer to nature.

The Myrtle Beach National – West Course has MiniVerde UltraDwarf greens, wide fairways, various sand bunkers, and lesser water hazards. Kids with paid adults can play for free and have the same perfect golf vacation experience they ought to have. Breath-taking views greet the players warmly as they make their way from hole to hole. A large driving range also offers convenience to the golfers aside from the portable food and beverage carts. The Bar & Grill serves sumptuous meals for hungry players while other amenities satisfy the other needs of the golfers.

Harboring a par 72 with 6,866 yards layout, the Myrtle Beach National – West Course has an open guest policy and year round golf season. Metal spikes are allowed and players can just rent clubs and carts on the resort. For those who wanted to buy new gears, they can also visit the pro shop. Lastly, affordable golf vacation package deals are being offered by the management which includes the Prime Time Signature Package.

Legends Resort – Parkland

Having problems with boring golf vacation destinations? Then its time to look for a new course favorite which mixes fun, excitement, adrenaline rush, and complete satisfaction after every round. The Legends Resort – Parkland Course is the only resort which offers these kinds of luxury on a shoestring budget. Parkland’s tree-lined fairways and deep-faced bunkers allow players to test their accuracy and shot-making abilities. Luscious landscapes and multi-level greens add a distinctive feeling as golfers make their shots from hole to hole. Slightly longer compared to its Moorland and Heathland sisters, Parkland leaves golfers wondering how and where to start their tees.

Aside from an outstanding course, the Legends Resort – Parkland Course also offers outstanding education for golfers of any level who wanted to enhance their skills in any way. Classes begin at every Monday and Thursday which start from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. This resort offers completely private practice facilities making every golf trip count. Covered and indoor hitting stations are rendered to continue learning even in bad weather conditions. There’s a minimum ratio of 3 students to one teacher in order to ensure that quality education is being delivered at the most comfortable way for the students.

Furthermore, three rounds of golf are included together with the cart fee when students avail on Plan B or Plan C educational packages offered by Legends Resort – Parkland management. Instruction books and take home videos also help students advance their skills even if they are at home. Lastly, various golf vacation package deals are also present aside from the excellent amenities in which visitors enjoy.

Legends Resort – Heathland

As a par 72 course design by Tom Doak, the Legends Resort – Heathland exhibits the grand Old Country theme of traditional golf courses. Carefully molded in the image of British Isles courses, this golf vacation resort doesn’t harbor high vegetation to provide a clear vision representation of the holes. The breeze that wafts constantly all throughout the course is the main challenge among golfers of any level. Strategically placed white sand bunkers and water hazards also add to the difficulty of every round. Furthermore, lush roughs and deep greens require players to carry out creative shots to finish their rounds.

Included in the Top 10 New Resort Courses in the World in 1990 by Golf Magazine, the Legends Resort – Heathland allows players to “step back in time” as they walk from hole to hole. Breath-taking scenery awaits visitors, players, and spectators making it worth every penny spent on a golf trip. Outlined by the natural hazards of nature, this resort has spacious fairways, meandering streams, and tall fescue grasses. Surprising undulations take players into a very exciting and challenging round of golf to remember for the years to come.

A good golf resort is not perfect unless it offers competitive golf vacation package deals to help their clients save a little of their money every time they want to have fun. The Legends 3 Round Special is a package available only in selected dates posted on their website. The Legends Resort – Heathland purposely offer this package for group, family, and corporate events. It’s three courses, two restaurants, three pools, and the best practice facility in the east coast are solely for their client’s luxury and enjoyment.

Caledonia Golf and Fish Club

Possessing an incredible design and natural beauty, the Caledonia Golf and Fish Club sits within the working southern rice plantation in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Caledonia was opened in 1995 and since then, this golf vacation destination has been serving local and international clients well. Ranked as fifth Best New Public Course by Golf Digest, this resort is lined with centuries old oak trees allowing visitors to feel closer to nature. Aside from that, this club is also ranked in the Top 100 You Can Play in 2000 by Golf Magazine. Taking into account all these rankings, Caledonia provides the perfect golf experience for players of different levels.

The Caledonia Golf and Fish Club harbors an antebellum-style clubhouse which offers various amenities to their valued guests. Practice facilities are also available to aid beginners in practicing their shots. PGA professionals assist golfers with regards to the course information such as yardages, elevation changes, and other features to help them have a perfect golf trip to remember. White sand bunkers, water hazards, and other hindrances make this course a challenge even for the finest golfer. Different sets of tees allow players to choose the round which is appropriate for their skills.

Ranked within the Top 100 America’s Greatest Public Courses by Golf Digest in 2005 to 2006, the Caledonia Golf and Fish Club continues to live up to the credit given. Golf vacation packages offered to new and regular visitors help golfers save a lot of money on their accommodations and other fees. Discounts can also be availed through the packages posted on their website.

Barefoot Resort – Love Course

Designed by Davis Love, III, the Barefoot Resort – Love Course harbors a tradition of low country characteristic in a modern design. Opened in 2000, this par 72 course has a 7,047-yard layout allowing players of different levels to enjoy their rounds starting from different tees. This golf vacation destination has a course rating of 75.1 and a slope rating of 138 with a driving range in order to provide convenience to the players. Wide fairways and generous landing areas make this course more forgiving compared to its three sisters at Barefoot namely: Norman Course, Dye Course, and Fazio Course.

The Barefoot Resort – Love Course earned the number 1 spot on Top 50 Golf Courses in Myrtle Beach by Golf Digest. A native from Carolina, Davis Love infused his design with all his experiences making it one of its kind. Every hole of this resort offer a different golf trip experience towards its players. The Love Course utilizes the GN-1 hybrid turf on fairways and tees while greens displays A-1 bent Grass. Approaches consist of Tif-Sport Bermuda Grass and the Antebellum plantation lines the 3rd hole up to the 7th hole. This plantation is the replicated ruins which provides a sense of lower country theme among the players.

Harboring a 35,000-acre clubhouse, the Barefoot Resort – Love Course is a home of savory dishes served to perfection. The covered porch allows visitors to experience the ambiance of the resort and witness breath-taking views from hole to hole. Various golf vacation package deals are also being offered including summer and fall packages. Players can get their fourth round for free after buying their first 3 rounds.

Palmetto Dunes – Fazio

Among the very few golf courses in which Hilton Head’s pride lies is the Palmetto Dunes – Fazio Course. This course has long par 4s in which sand bunkers and water hazards make it more difficult for players to deliver their best shots. Designed by America’s most renowned architect George Fazio, this golf vacation destination has been labeled as the most challenging course in Hilton Head, South Carolina. Aside from that, this golf club is ranked as one of the top 100 golf courses in the nation making it popular to local residents as well as the tourists.

The Palmetto Dunes – Fazio is known to demand a perfect combination of long play and precision shots in a par-70 layout. This course plays 6,239 yards from the middle white tees and players enjoy the surprising elevation changes which add spices to their rounds. In order to make every golf trip count, the management decided to upgrade their grass from Bermuda TifDwarf to a more shade-tolerant grass which is the Diamond Zoysia grass. This grass promotes consistent and superior playing conditions year-round making it possible for golfers to enjoy the same playing condition even for different seasons.

Tennis courts are available in this resort in order to provide an alternative mode of recreation for their visitors. Relaxation services are also being offered on their spas aside from their competitive golf vacation package deals. With various sumptuous meals being served at the Palmetto Dunes – Fazio Course’ restaurants, no wonder guests come back over and over again to experience such luxury without spending a fortune.

Pines Needles Golf Course

Feeling the history with each step, the Pines Needles Golf Course is designed by Donald Ross in 1950’s in order to serve the residents of Sandhills, North Carolina and allow them to experience an excellent golf trip like never before. Awarded by Golf Magazine as one of the two Silver Medal Resorts, this destination offers warmth, character, and comfort. Towering long-leaf pines and chalet style lodges which are recently renovated offer great accommodations for tourists and residents to wanted to experience a touch of history and culture while enjoying breath-taking views. Balconies and terraces allow visitors to gaze on the 18-hole championship course.

The Pines Needles Golf Course is ranked number 4 all over North Carolina. In 2004, this resort underwent a full restoration in honor of Donald Ross’ name and legacy. John Fought headed the restoration with accuracy and respect to the original form of this golf vacation destination which later on turns out to be a success. Sand bunkers were rebuilt and refilled, fresh sand is installed, as well as the dramatic contours and dimensions of greens. John based the restoration by carefully putting up together some vintage aerial photos of the course.

Measuring more than 7,000 yards, the Pines Needles Golf Course has been serving their clients fully after the success of the restoration. Reasonable hotel accommodation rates and membership fees are being imposed in order to maintain the resort. Various golf vacation package deals are also being rendered to golfers who wanted to save a lot of money while still enjoying their vacations.