Discover the expert in you.
Discover the expert in you.
Though it is frustrating and complex, the basic object of the game is to hit a ball into a hole, slating the victor has he who does it in the least attempts. The exact origins of golf can not be traced as definitely starting in Scotland. Ancient Chinese civilizations had a game to this effect as did the Dutch, but in the mid- to late 1400s Scottish shepherds began striking pebbles or leather balls stuffed with feathers towards predetermined holes cut in the ground using the butts of their staffs. They may not have invented the game but they were…
Imagine golfing on a course overlooking the clear blue waters of the Caribbean. Several resorts on the Caribbean offer all-inclusive golf packages. Whether you prefer to vacation on the island of Jamaica or the tropical eastern coast of Mexico, don't leave your clubs at home. All-inclusive plans take the hassle out of planning a trip. Generally, meals, drinks, activities and accommodations are included, and golf all-inclusive packages can include green fees, cart rentals and sometimes even lessons.
A lot of planning goes into organizing a successful golf trip. For adults, it can be a difficult process, with work and family demands making free time scarce. Though not everyone is into the idea of planning a solo golf getaway, there are obvious benefits to going it alone. So don't wait for friends to get back to you. Plan your own golf vacation, and go on your own time.
Golfers in the northern United States find themselves at a disadvantage when compared to their southern counterparts when it comes to how long they can play golf due to the change in seasons. Golf season in the northern part of the country typically ends in late fall due to the cold and dying and thinning turf. However, southern golfers can play practically year round. It is this long playing season that draws many northern golfers south for a golf vacation. Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head Island and the Florida Gulf Coast are three of the most popular golf vacation spots.
Pebble Beach is synonymous with golf. Besides the area, and the Pebble Beach Golf Links hosting the Pebble Beach Pro Am every PGA season, it has also hosted the U.S. Open several times, including this year June 17-20. Though it may seem like a chore to book a vacation to Pebble Beach, any time of the year, it's not very difficult to plan a trip to one of the best golf destinations available.
You've made the reservations for your dream golf vacation. You're ready to go: all you need to do is pack. Careful packing will ensure that you have everything you need to make your vacation a success.
