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True Blue

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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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Sea Trail Plantation & Golf – Maple Course

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Declared as one of the Best New Resort Courses by Golf Digest in 1986, the Sea Trail Plantation & Golf – Maple Course has twisted ancient oaks, TifDwarf greens, tall pine trees, and natural vegetation harboring picturesque landscapes and water features. This beautiful par 72 golf vacation destination is regarded as Maple’s finest creation as defined holes and tight guards on greens make playing in this course worth remembering. Five holes wind along the Calabash Creek which is the home of ospreys and other wildlife. With a medium length and numerous hazards, this course requires accuracy and good shot making skills by the golfers.

The Sea Trail Plantation & Golf – Maple Course hole number 15 has extending waste bunker up to the length of the full fairway making it very difficult to recover and a challenge even for the finest golfers. Golf trips spent in this vacation resort are surely rewarding as the amount of challenge this course brings is big enough to savor and enjoy victory at the end of the round. Players can ponder not only about the course’s layout, but also about its beautiful natural landscapes with land and water attributes.

With four sets of tees, the Sea Trail Plantation & Golf – Maple Course has a 6,797-yard layout with course rating of 71.3 and slope rating of 135. Aside from the abundant oak and pines which line the fairways, this resort also offers competitive golf vacation package deals in terms of accommodation, food, relaxation services, and pro shop discounts.

Sea Trail Plantation & Golf – Byrd Course

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Having distinct hole features all throughout the course, the Sea Trail Plantation & Golf – Byrd Course was opened in the fall of 1990 at the Sea Trail Resort & Golf Links along side the Sunset Beach, North Carolina. Its memorable beauty and exciting undulations make playing golf perfectly challenging yet rewarding. This resort is ideal for any planned and unplanned golf trips as players are warranted with warm welcome and high quality of services when they enter the resort. Built with several man made lakes, this par 72 signature course is perfectly bordered with various trees and natural vegetation providing a traditional theme closer to nature.

The Sea Trail Plantation & Golf – Byrd Course require players to have a different approach when making shots towards various holes. Strategically placed white sand bunkers and water hazards complement Bermuda greens perfectly harboring breath taking scenery while players traverse from hole to hole. This golf vacation resort has a complete driving range with large practice facilities to help beginners learn their way around the sport. Practice putting and chipping greens also allow advanced players to warm up before their rounds. With four sets of tees, this resort welcomes players of any skill levels.

The 18th hole of the Sea Trail Plantation & Golf – Byrd Course can be found between two beautiful ponds which can be viewed from the Jones-Byrd Clubhouse. Aside from the sumptuous meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the resort also offers a fully stocked pro shop, private streets for biking, walking, or jogging, bike rentals, 90-seat celestial theater at the Carolina’s Planetarium, and competitive golf vacation package deals.

Ocean Ridge Golf – Panther’s Run

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Infused with the modern golf course design and touch of natural landscape, the Ocean Ridge Golf – Panther’s Run course features wide landing areas and newly manicured greens. Architect Tim Cate once again exhibits his talent by blending the modern architecture to a breath-taking natural setting thus creating a new breed of golf vacation destination for players to unwind. Included in Golf Digest’s Prestigious Places to Play, Panther’s Run is also included in the Top 50 of Myrtle Beach. The pro shop is ranked in the Top 100 Golf Shops in America four consecutive times.

The Ocean Ridge Golf – Panther’s Run borders the edge of a natural reserve which test even the finest golfer’s ability to stay out of the Marshland. Generous fairways twist and turn with surprising undulations as well as picturesque water features blend together in order to form the perfect paradise for visitors, players, and guests. This golf vacation resort has 18 signature holes known for the challenge they bring to the players. Because of this, the Panther’s Run is included in Best New Golf Courses in America by Golf Digest. Golfers are taken into the peak of their dreams as far as 60-foot elevation changes make their experiences unforgettable.

In addition, the Ocean Ridge Golf – Panther’s Run management decided to honor their valued guests by providing something they can look forward to. Different golf vacation package deals now await eager visitors on their website. Surely, this par 72, 7,086-yard layout is not just for show. It’s a place wherein players can really enjoy their vacations without having to spend a fortune.

Myrtle Beach National – West Course

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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

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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

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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.

Barefoot Resort – Love Course

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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.

Barefoot Resort – Dye Course

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An interesting and beautiful yet treacherous course is the description which matches the Barefoot Resort – Dye Course famous for its stunning scenery. The Carolina Bay’s natural white sand is being bordered by this resort which is filled with various pitfalls for wayward shots as a trademark for Pete Dye’s designs. This golf vacation destination is the only semi-private among the other Barefoot facilities in South Carolina. Players of different skill levels can enjoy this course if proper tees are chosen. The course extends up to 7,343 yards with par 72 which is located in a gated community. Native grasses are being used for fairways, greens, and roughs.

Different area attractions are also present in the Barefoot Resort – Dye Course facility. Jasmine Spa at Barefoot is known to offer relaxation services to tired golfers at reasonable prices. Experiencing this kind of luxury is never this rewarding until Barefoot sets the standards. The House of Blues also renders great live music to visitors aside from a fully stocked pro shop and sumptuous meals being served for casual and fine dining. The Alligator Adventure makes this golf vacation resort famous as the world’s largest reptile zoo with over 700 crocodiles and alligators.

Aside from the SkyWheel which takes visitors up to 200 feet above the sea level, this resort also offers competitive golf vacation package deals to their visitors. The Barefoot Resort – Dye Course package of buy 3, get the fourth round free is very famous among locals. Summer packages and fall packages are also being patronized by the tourists in order to save a lot of money.

Palmetto Dunes – Fazio

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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.