Golfing in a glorious setting on the Pacific was never this much fun. This June through October, the ocean-view Little River Inn in temperate Mendocino County, California is offering a Golf Getaway package for two. Both newbies and serious golfers alike can enjoy the course, which is comprised of nine holes that can play like… Continue Reading »
Located just 45 minutes south of downtown San Diego, the Real Del Mar Golf Resort is sometimes overlooked by Americans who trek across the U.S. border into Mexico to escape exorbitant green fees, five-hour rounds and hovering marshals. This narrow, 6,400-yard canyon course is tucked between the mountains and is barely visible from the coastal… Continue Reading »
There are certain people, many wines, and a collection of golf courses that age gracefully, some better than others. But most folks eventually could use a nip and tuck here and there (though they won’t admit it); perhaps a vintage requires a little blending (again, only on a need to know basis); or a celebrated… Continue Reading »
Not even Jack Nicklaus messes with Mother Nature. When this designer of over 400 golf courses was tapped to take on Quivira Golf Course in Los Cabos, Mexico, the Golden Bear carved, shaped, and ultimately embraced the Mother of all Baja golf landscapes. If great art picks up where nature ends, then Nicklaus’ Quivira design… Continue Reading »
KIAWAH ISLAND, SC – For the ninth year in a row, the Forbes Travel Guide has awarded The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort with their highest awards — Five Stars. No other hotel in South Carolina earned a Forbes Five Star award in 2017. AAA awarded The Sanctuary Five Diamonds for the 11th year… Continue Reading »
So-called snow birds from the colder climates of the US and from Canada have long flocked to the Southern California desert region during the winter for the sunshine, moderate temperatures, outdoor activities and of course golf when most of the northern regions are sitting under snow and freezing temperatures. Long associated with Palm Springs on… Continue Reading »
Scotland’s Old Tom Morris would love the ocean views, the plunging pot bunkers, and the balmy weather at The Abaco Club at Winding Bay. Old Tom would be proud to see how his rolling Scottish links thumbprint found its way to a Bahamian setting of palm trees, parrots, and pristine paspalum fairways. In 2004, Golf… Continue Reading »
Today, South Africa is the best country in the world to visit! Due to the strength of the US dollar, you basically are getting a minimum 2 for 1 on goods and services. (R14 to $1.00). Since leaving South Africa many moons ago, I have returned at least 20 times, if not more. It is… Continue Reading »
If you have ever considered a golfing vacation in Europe during which you can visit four countries, sail on three of Europe’s most important rivers, and play golf in two different countries, here’s how. Do as my wife and I did. Take a Viking river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest on one of Viking’s 190-passenger… Continue Reading »
The Wigwam’s $30 million multi-phase resort and golf course renovations have recently grabbed the attention of several prominent golf and travel publications in their annual ‘best-of’ rankings. GOLF Magazine, Golf.com, GolfWeek and Conde Nast Traveler have all recognized The Wigwam for its exceptional golf, premier accommodations and historical significance. In the September 2016 issue of… Continue Reading »
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