Editor-at-Large Matt Ginella shares how to experience the best of San Diego over five days in this hand-crafted itinerary, featuring resort golf, short courses, dining and sights.
Where you tee the ball matters. Every golfer has tendencies when they strike the ball, so depending on whether you usually fade or draw, Martin offers tips on where you should place it in the tee box.
When you get a bad lie, you need to change your setup. Martin shows you how to approach hitting your ball when it's in a divot, which requires you to make the divot even bigger!
The Open champions take center stage on this edition of Best Lessons Ever. Learn from the biggest names in The Open history including Greg Norman, Nick Faldo, Gary Player, and Tom Watson.
The Open champions take center stage on this edition of Best Lessons Ever. Learn from the biggest names in The Open history including Greg Norman, Nick Faldo, Gary Player, and Tom Watson.
The Big Easy is a sneaky-strong place for a golf trip that also includes some of the food, nightlife and culture that makes it one of America's great cities.
Martin Hall and Blair O’Neal give a detailed short game strategy, teach the keys to hitting low shots around the green and use Matt Fitzpatrick to help you stop scooping.
U.S. Open champion Graeme McDowell talks about dealing with nerves on the green. Preparation, pre-shot routine, visualization and a committed stroke will help you hole more pressure-packed putts.
Episode Five starts near Lisbon, at Penha Longa, in the beautiful Cascais area. This hilltop course offers Paul and Chris, a chance to play the sixth hole, a dogleg par 4. Paul recounts his experiences playing in major competitions including a round with Seve Ballesteros. Chris ventures north of Lisbon airport to Praia D’El Rey, a wonderful wild links course. The area, popular with surfers, is windswept and rugged, where Chris plays the 13th hole, a tricky par 4. Finally, it is off to Estoril, near the beach in Cascais, one of the oldest courses in Portugal. Paul and Chris play the 6th hole, a par 5, an uphill hole beautifully lined by traditional trees. To finish a wonderful day, Paul and Chris have a 007 cocktail in the Spies Bar at the Hotel Estoril in Cascais, famous for being the inspiration for the James Bond novels.
Nick Faldo shows 2 drills he did all the time to help him get to impact in a great position. He also explains why you should collect the ball through impact instead of hitting it.
Episode Two starts at Salgados in the Algarve, where Chris plays the 7th hole, a par 4. Chris enjoys a wonderful afternoon in the sunshine as he takes on the palm-lined course. Next up is Dom Pedro Old Course, Paul and Chris meet up to play this stunning course. With its wonderful old trees lining the fairways and protecting the greens, Chris and Paul play the tough 4th hole, an enjoyable par 3, where Paul gets a birdie. Chris leaves Paul for the afternoon and heads off to Amendoeira, the Faldo course. He plays the 13th hole, a long par 5, on this prestigious course in the Algarve. Paul ends the episode playing Monte Rei, one of the best golf courses in Portugal, a Jack Nicklaus signature. Can Paul’s game match the surroundings, as he plays the 13th hole, a par 4?
Located in the West Valley near Phoenix-Scottsdale is one of Arizona's most historic golf resorts, Wigwam. Set on 440 acres, this village-style resort features three 18-hole golf courses, including two designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., most notably the famous Gold Course. The resort features 331 casitas and suites with large private patios and…
CordeValle lies hidden in the hilly countryside south of Silicon Valley. When guests aren't relaxing in their bungalows or villas, they're playing golf on a Robert Trent Jones Jr. design that has hosted the PGA Tour, swimming, hiking, playing tennis, dining in one of multiple restaurants or enjoying the Sense spa. The Clos LaChance winery is an…
Scottsdale's Orange Tree Resort provides condominium-style accommodations geared for families and groups. It is also home to its own 18-hole parkland golf course, Orange Tree Golf Club. The resort features 160 large suites with patios or terraces and barbecue pits, multiple pools and hot tubs, badminton courts, horseshoe pits and a community…
Historic JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn dates back to 1936 and is set on 125 acres at the base of Camelback Mountain. This 425-room and suite property in a pueblo-style features a spa, tennis courts, heated outdoor pools, garden terraces and desert hiking trails. Camelback Golf Club features two 18-hole courses, the Padre (designed by Arthur…
Pine Dunes Resort & Golf Club is located in Frankston, about a 40-minute drive south of Tyler in East Texas. The Jay and Carter Morrish design opened in 2001, and it has become known as one of the better "hidden gem" golf getaways in the south, featuring a secluded sandy and forested setting. Accommodations here are onside two-bedroom condos…
The Desert Oasis by Welk Resorts capitalizes on year-round sunshine with pools (an adult-only lap pool and resort pool) and the adjacent Cathedral Canyon Golf and Tennis Club. The one-bedroom villas come with a sleeper sofa for a family of four and a patio/balcony. A fitness center, activities center for kids and spa all impress. The course…
Located just north of downtown San Antonio off the Highway 1604 loop is the La Cantera Resort, home to The Resort Course, designed by Jay Morrish and Tom Weiskopf. It is a former host of the PGA Tour's Texas Open, featuring incredible elevation changes and sweeping views of San Antonio and the Texas Hill Country. La Cantera Resort features…
The Inn at Eagle Mountain is a small, 37-suite boutique hotel in Fountain Hills, set in the East Valley of Phoenix-Scottsdale. This property is located adjacent to Eagle Mountain Golf Club, a Scott Miller-designed golf course that opened in 1996. There are three suite types, but each features a small fireplace with sitting area, patio or balcony…
Tucked into the Carmel Valley, the charming Quail Lodge & Golf Club is a maze of covered outdoor walkways, all beautifully landscaped with flowers, that leads to 93 guestrooms, a nine-hole putting course, bocce ball, tennis and pickleball courts and a heated swimming pool. Its scenic course, redesigned by Todd Echenrode in 2015, is a short walk up…
The Rancho Bernardo Inn takes pride in its golf, spa facilities, service and exceptional cuisine. The 265-acre resort features 287 guestrooms, three pools, a top spa and wellness center, multiple restaurants and spacious meeting and event facilities. The course has hosted both the LPGA and PGA Tour.
Near downtown Scottsdale, The Phoenician, A Luxury Collection Resort, is a five-star golf resort that underwent significant renovations in 2017-2018. This large resort features over 600 guest rooms and also includes a fractional ownership program. Guest rooms are 600 square feet and suites are one or two-bedrooms starting at 1,200 square feet.…
The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage features stunning Coachella Valley views throughout the property. Luxury exudes from the Edge Steakhouse to the holistic spa and comfortable rooms. Two swimming pools and a fitness center are part of the amenities. Golfers can take advantage of access to the Ted Robinson designs at the JW Marriott Desert Springs…
Flying L Guest Ranch is a family-friendly getaway full of outdoor activities located northwest of San Antonio. The former dude ranch has a long aviation history, purchased by Colonel John H. Lapham from Polish settlers, and the resort's opening was featured in Life Magazine. Today, highlights of this sprawling, family-owned property are the many…
In the East Valley of Phoenix-Scottsdale, We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort, located on the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation tribal land, features 246 guest rooms adjacent to We-Ko-Pa Golf Club, one of the best 36-hole golf clubs in Arizona. The resort features a large conference center and casino with live table games, plus an outdoor pool, fitness center and…
The former Furnace Creek Inn and Ranch Resort was rebranded and renamed The Oasis at Death Valley after $100 million was pumped into the historic desert outpost located in the Death Valley National Park in 2018. The property includes a luxurious 66-room inn and the more family-friendly 224-room ranch adjacent to the the Furnace Creek golf course a…
One of the most remarkable Texas golf properties can be found, way, way west, in the border town of Lajitas and Big Bend National Park. Lajitas Golf Resort features a breathtaking 18-hole golf course, Black Jack's Crossing, overlooking the Rio Grande River bordering Mexico. This old-west outpost, which earned fame in the 1980s for electing to…
Located in the East Valley of Phoenix-Scottsdale, Gold Canyon Golf Resort & Spa features 85 casita-style accommodations to go along with 36 holes at Gold Canyon Golf Resort. Guest rooms are spacious, casita-style units that feature private patios and fireplaces and range from king- and double-queen rooms to 1- and 2-bedroom suites. There is an…
The Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa, inspired by a Spanish colonial hacienda, indulges guests with 49 private casitas with private patios and fireplaces. The Forbes five-star resort and spa aims to rejuvenate with wellness, fitness and pampering. Two signature restaurants, Veladora and The Pony Room, serve distinctive Coastal Ranch cuisines. Tennis…
The 54-room Inn at Pasatiempo sits just outside the gatehouse of the Pasatiempo Golf Club, the famous Dr. Alister MacKenzie design, and four miles from the boardwalk and beaches of Santa Cruz. A heated pool is onsite. The Back Nine Grill and Bar also delivers room service. Packages for ziplining, golf and whale watching are available.
The Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort is located in Phoenix, north of downtown and in easy access to the golf courses of Paradise Valley and North Scottsdale. It is an amenity of nextdoor Lookout Mountain Golf Club. The resort is set on over 400 acres and adjacent to North Mountain Park, which is home to outdoor activities. The hotel has 584 guest…
Cape Breton Island is a small but spectacular island in the Canadian province of Nova Scotia with an international reputation for golf. Learn more about this Maritime island and view golf course ratings, reviews and information.
The golf mecca of Pinehurst/Aberdeen/Southern Pines touts itself as the "Home of American Golf." More than 40 courses call the heart of North Carolina's Sandhills home. Golf courses line Midland Road heading into the historic village of Pinehurst. Donald Ross, the legendary Scot who made his home here, left a lasting legacy by designing Pinehurst No. 2; Pine Needles and Mid Pines, among others.
If it’s football season, head over to the LSU Tiger Stadium to watch a football game; their stadium won’t disappoint. There have been some renovations since it opened back in 1924, but now that the stadium can hold over 102,000 people, LSU Tiger Stadium is now the ninth largest stadium in the world.
Just south of Tampa, Sarasota resides on the Florida Gulf Coast. If you’re visiting in February, go check out the Baltimore Orioles for a Spring Training game at Ed Smith Stadium. If you’re looking to make a delicious home-cooked meal, head over to the Central Sarasota Farmers Market. You’ll be surrounded by fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as different vendors, live music, and much more. Do you ever wish you could play more than 18 holes? Spend all day long at University Park Country Club. This 27-hole course is public, but offers memberships as well. If you’re looking for a unique golfing experience, head on over to the Bobby Jones Golf Course. The course has eight sets of tees, allowing for any player of any skill-set to take to this course. What makes this course extra special is the fact that it’s reversible! You can play 18 holes in one direction, and the next day play in the exact opposite direction. This experience is something to see.
For a little slice of history, visit the Soldiers’ National Cemetery in Gettysburg where Abraham Lincoln delivered his famous Gettysburg Address. The cemetery is part of the Gettysburg National Military Park. There’s roughly 3,500 Union soldiers that are buried there.
Brisbane, capital of Queensland, is a large city on the Brisbane River. Clustered in its South Bank cultural precinct are the Queensland Museum and Sciencentre, with noted interactive exhibitions. Another South Bank cultural institution is Queensland Gallery of Modern Art, among Australia's major contemporary art museums. Looming over the city is Mt. Coot-tha, site of Brisbane Botanic Gardens.
When you think of Louisville two things come to mind horse racing and hoops. Add golf to the list. The Ville has some pretty impressive tracks and not just for horses. Start with Valhalla Golf Club, a Jack Nicklaus design that's home of the 2008 Ryder Cup and 2014 PGA Championship.
Through the expression of creativity and culture, Des Moines has become a very diverse city. The Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens provide a landscaped outdoor space to explore Asian culture through stone pagodas and sculptural rock formations. The John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park has over 20 different works of sculptured art, and is worth exploring for yourself.
It's an old cliché – everything's bigger in Texas – but it certainly holds true for the Dallas-Fort Worth area and its golf scene. With more than 100 public golf courses in the area – ranging from bargain municipals to high-end daily fees and resorts – there's something for every price point and level of player. For visitors seeking a stay-and-play resort, it starts with the TPC Four Seasons Resort in Irving, the former home of the PGA Tour's Byron Nelson tournament. Not far away is the city of Grapevine, where you can stay at the famous Gaylord Texan and play Cowboys Golf Club next door. Founded by Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, the club is all about "America's Team," but more importantly, it's a superb test of golf. Other worthy resorts include the Westin Stonebriar Resort in Frisco and the DFW Marriott Resort in Fort Worth. For a really cool British Open links experience, check out The Tribute in The Colony, north of Dallas as well as its sister course, Old American.
With more than 30 different microbreweries, Columbus is the perfect spot to cool down with a local brew in the afternoon and take the party to the streets at night. There’s several clubs across the city where you can catch live music. Notes, Ace of Cups, and the Big Room Bar are all great places where you can take part in some live entertainment.
Whenever you’re in need of a place to veg out and relax for the day, there’s no better spot than Ditto Landing in Huntsville. It’s a great campground, and there’s plenty you can do in the great outdoors. A great place for a walk in the park is Big Spring International Park. There’s always events happening, and the opportunities to see ducks and koi fish in the pond are abundant.
Of all the things New York is known for, golf is probably not in the top 10. Still, golfers can stay busy in the Big Apple. Start at the driving range with perhaps the best view in the world: the Golf Club at Chelsea Pier, with NYC as a backdrop. Queens is home to several good plays, including Forest Park Golf Course, Douglaston Golf Course, the short Kissena Golf Course, and many more golf courses.
The flashy docuseries' second round offers up insightful, endearing and even downright emotional moments, but remains hard-pressed to make an overarching statement about a chaotic year in professional golf.
Hamilton Island Golf Club, located in Queensland's Whitsunday Islands, has spectacular views at practically every turn. The back nine is especially jaw-dropping, including a closing stretch of holes that play along the sea. To reach the golf club, you must take an "Island Links" ferry from the Hamilton Island ports across to Dent Island. It's worth the trip.
Located in Wailuku up into the foothills of the West Maui mountains is King Kamehameha Golf Club, one of Hawaii's most exclusive golf experiences. The club has an interesting history. Brandon Tucker has more on King Kamehameha in this photo gallery.
The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course is located just outside Maui's main port city of Kahului. The club opened in 1999 and was designed by Hawaii-based architect Robin Nelson, who has a collection of credits throughout the islands. Brandon Tucker gives us a closer look at The Dunes at Maui Lani with this photo gallery.
Palmer Coolum Golf Club is located in Queensland on the Sunshine Coast, just north of Brisbane. The golf course, which was designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., plays host to the Australian PGA Championship. Brandon Tucker gives us a closer look at Coolum Golf Club in pictures.
It's been designed and redesigned several times over the past century, but Southerndown Golf Club remains relevant today. The golf course poses problems with its approach shots that encounter deep bunkers. Set on common ground, it serves as home to sheep that roam free and graze on rough, adding to the unique experience off the southern coast of Wales.
One of Thailand's newest championship courses, Black Mountain Golf Club is named for the black rocks that reside on the mountains surrounding the course, which opened in 2007 and is always kept in pristine condition. Brandon Tucker gives us a closer look at Black Mountain Golf Club in this photo gallery.
A part of The Sagamore Resort in Bolton Landing, N.Y., The Sagamore Golf Course sits in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains, about a 45-minute drive north of Saratoga Springs. The course begins with it's signature hole, the par-4 first that plays straight towards Lake George in the distance, but the remaining 17 are no pushovers, either.
Coyote Moon Golf Course sits on 250 heavily wooded and rolling acres in Truckee, California. The golf course, which was designed by former PGA Tour player Brad Bell and opened in 2000, features plenty of elevated greens and is among the many new spectacular mountain golf courses of the past decade.
Located about eight miles from Swansea in south Wales, Pennard Golf Club is one of the more unique golf links in Britain. Set about 200 feet above the sea on the Gower Peninsula, the golf course is nicknamed "The Links in the Sky" -- and with good reason. Brandon Tucker shows us why with this photo gallery.
Leatherstocking Golf Course is located just a home run or two away from the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York. It plays like an old-time golf course at just 6,400 yards from the tips, but it protects itself with hilly fairways, steep bunkers and lightning-fast greens. It's one to play on the New York Golf Trail.
Robert Trent Jones Jr.'s 1980 overhaul of the Trail Creek course at Sun Valley Resort in Idaho transformed the 18-hole layout. He added a new nine, more severe and challenging, to enhance the impact of the creek for which the golf course is named. Check out the beauty of the Jones' handiwork.
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club, sitting on bluffs high above Lake Michigan, is one of Michigan's most coveted plays. The golf course sits on 245 acres, and man-made fescue dunes were crafted around the entire site, giving the course a links-style feel. Here's a closer look at Arcadia Bluffs.
Saratoga National Golf Club is a tournament-ready, upscale public golf course just minutes from downtown Saratoga Springs, N.Y. The course opened in 2001 and was designed by Roger Rulewich, a former apprentice of Robert Trent Jones Sr. Here's a look at Saratoga National Golf Club in pictures.
The New York Golf Trail is a collection of 16 public-access golf courses in upstate New York in places such as Lake Placid, Saratoga Springs and Rochester. Here are some pictures of New York's finest from the trail, including Saratoga National Golf Club, Leatherstocking Golf Course and The Sagamore.
Seven Oaks Golf Club in Hamilton, N.Y. winds through traditional parkland terrain just below the Colgate University campus and features many creeks and streams running along and through fairways. Rated among Golf Magazine's top 20 public courses in New York, Seven Oaks Golf Club is most notable for its well conditioned, fast and firm greens.
The Lakes Course at Red Hawk Golf and Resort, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., plays 7,140 yards from the championship tees and features bentgrass greens and more than 100 bunkers. There are many dogleg rights here, far more than holes played left, so slicers may find the golf course friendly -- but hazards tend to lurk on the right side of many fairways as well.
With the new Ridge course opening in 2010, the original course at Predator Ridge Golf Resort is now the Predator. The Les Furber design opened in 1991 and soon became known as the most difficult test in the Okanagan Valley, a half hour north of Kelowna, the main airport of the region. It is host to many of the area's professional events.
D'Andrea Golf Club is a semi-private golf club in Sparks, Nev., just minutes from downtown Reno. The 18-hole course opened in 2000 and was designed by Keith Foster, who built a course that winds up and down desert hillsides. The course has a great deal of topographical variance, and holes play uphill and downhill, in some cases severely.
Opened in 2000, Wolf Creek Golf Club in Mesquite, Nev. has become one of the West's top must-plays. The golf course winds through spectacular desert canyons and features loads of elevated tee shots and dramatic green settings.
