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Welcome to Great Golf Resorts of the World
The world of golf is full of lists: courses that have hosted majors; resorts that have
won awards; even destinations that belong on your “bucket list” to see once in your
life. Great Golf Resorts of the World isn’t any of those lists. Instead, it’s a carefully
curated directory of fantastic golf resorts that create the very best in must-play,
must-stay experiences. Simply put, there are hundreds of resorts that can claim to
be excellent – but to be a part of Great Golf Resorts of the World, a resort has to be a
cut above.
Of course, you will find familiar names. You will recognize courses where major
championships have been contested and the game’s top players have competed.
Thirty-two properties from nine countries, all offering superb golf and yet all
uniquely different.
I hope you will find Great Golf Resorts of the World to be an indispensable guide to
your next amazing golf experience. Play away!
Richard K. Summers
Publisher
Welcome
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Europe
Gleneagles, Scotland......................................... 8
Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa, Scotland ......................................................... 10
Archerfield Links, Scotland............................. 12
The Village at Machrihanish Dunes, Scotland ... 14
Waterville House and Golf Links, Ireland ....... 16
Western United States
The Lodge at Pebble Beach, California ........... 18
The Inn at Spanish Bay, California ................. 20
Casa Palmero, California................................ 22
Mauna Kea Resort, Hawaii ............................ 24
Kapalua Golf, Hawaii .................................... 26
Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, Oregon ............... 28
The Grand Del Mar, California...................... 30
The Broadmoor, Colorado .............................. 32
Eastern United States
Pinehurst Resort, North Carolina ................... 34
The Cloister, Georgia ..................................... 36
The Lodge at Sea Island Golf Club, Georgia .......................................................... 38
Kiawah Island Golf Resort, South Carolina ............................................... 40
The Sea Pines Resort, South Carolina.............. 42
Reynolds Plantation on Lake Oconee, Georgia .......................................................... 44
Streamsong Resort, Florida ............................ 46
The American Club Resort, Wisconsin....................................................... 48
Erin Hills Golf Course, Wisconsin .................. 50
Canada
The Fairmont Banff Springs Resort, Alberta ..... 52
Cabot Links Resort, Nova Scotia .................... 54
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Caribbean
Casa de Campo, Dominican Republic ............. 56
Puntacana Resort & Club, Dominican Republic ....................................... 58
CuisinArt Golf Resort & Spa, Anguilla........... 60
Argentina
Chapelco Golf & Resort, Patagonia................ 62
China
Spring City Golf & Lake Resort, Kunming ..... 64
Shenzhou Peninsula Resort, Hainan............... 66
Reignwood Pine Valley, Beijing ...................... 68
Australia
Barnbougle, Tasmania.................................... 70
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GREAT GOLF RESORTS OF THE WORLD
ADVISORY BOARD:
Resort Trustees: Peter Bonell, Casa de Campo; Tim Ryan, Pebble
Beach Resorts; Arthur Yeo, Reignwood Pine Valley; Jay Connolly,
Waterville Golf Links. Outside Trustees: Joe Steranka, Robert
Cowdrey, Ian Ferrier, Bob Prewitt, Abraham Summers
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CEO & Publisher: Richard K. Summers
COO & Art Director: Peter J. Sansone
Executive Vice President: Brian Folino
General Manager, Great Golf Resorts of the World: Abe Summers
General Manager, Operations: Patrick Cherry
Production/Prepress: Frederick Yantz
Design: Jim Gerhard, Matt Hulnick, Steve Higgins, Marina Kohls
Advertising Production Manager: Julie Yuen
Internet Manager: Matt Frey, PGA
Operations: Tom Gauss
National Sales Manager: Jim Kahn
Sales: Howard Derkay, Chris Larizza, Scott Miller
All contents of the Great Golf Resorts of the World Directory are
copyrighted with all rights reserved, all rates quoted are subject to
change. Reproduction in whole or part without written
permission is strictly prohibited.
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Great Golf Resorts of the World, Inc.
2600 Philmont Avenue, Suite 324
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
Telephone: 215-914-2071
Fax: 215-914-2076
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Life. Style. Longevity.
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SCOTLAND
GLENEAGLES
The Gleneagles Hotel, Auchterarder, Perthshire PH3 1NFTelephone: 0800 704 705 (UK) 1866 463 8734 (US) +44 1764 662231
www.gleneagles.com
Set in a magnificent 850-acre estate, Gleneagles 5 Red Star resort is a byword forluxury, elegance and comfort. With three championship golf courses, the indulgent Spa byESPA and a host of outdoor activities including riding, fishing, off road driving, falconry,shooting and archery, it really does have something for everyone. Gleneagles is The HostVenue for The 2014 Ryder Cup.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 232 rooms including 26 Suites; Fourrestaurants: The Strathearn serves classical French/Scottish dishes, Andrew Fairlie atGleneagles is Scotland’s only Two Michelin star restaurant; Deseo brings a taste of theMediterranean to its menu, and The Clubhouse Bar and Grill offers an all day menuof modern bar food classics. Two swimming pools, Spa by ESPA, Golf Academy,tennis, equestrian school, off-road driving school, falconry school, shooting school,gundog school, archery, fishing, pitch n’ putt. GENERAL MANAGER: Bernard Murphy.
GOLF FACILITIES: The PGA Centenary Course, Par 72, 7,296 yards, Jack Nicklaus;The King’s Course, Par 70, 6,470 yards, James Braid; The Queen’s Course, Par 68,5,965 yards, James Braid. DIRECTOR OF GOLF SALES: Graham Hesketh. HEAD
GOLF PROFESSIONAL: Andrew Jowett.
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: Johnnie Walker Championship – 2005 to present; DiageoChampionship – 2003-2004; McDonald’s WPGA Championship of Europe –1996-1999; Bell’s Scottish Open – 1987-1994.
AWARDS: Best of the Best Family Programme; Best UK hotel Spa; Best Golf Resortin the World; Best UK Luxury Resort Spa; Best British Fixer.
RANKINGS: Today’s Golfer – Top 100 Courses in Scotland, King’s 15th, Queen’s32nd and PGA Centenary 67th.
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Stirling Castle, Scone Palace, Famous Grouse Experience, Blair Atholl Estate and Castle.
RATES: Winter Bed and Breakfast from £235 per room per night – Summer bed andbreakfast from £345; Blue Tower Suite and Royal Lochnagar Suite on bed andbreakfast rate – £1,715 winter – £2,165 summer; VAT is included.
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SCOTLAND
OLD COURSE HOTEL, GOLF RESORT & SPA
St Andrews, Kingdom of Fife, Scotland KY16 9SPTelephone: +44(0) 1334 474371
www.oldcoursehotel.co.uk
There is no more spectacular location in all of St Andrews. Bordering the renowned17th ‘Road Hole’ of the Old Course in the Home of Golf, the Old Course Hotel enjoys astunning location overlooking the famous links courses, the West Sands beach and thebeautiful Scottish coastline. Discover the historic university town of St Andrews, just ashort stroll from the resort, and explore the surrounding countryside of the ancientKingdom of Fife.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 144 rooms including 35 suites. Restaurants:Road Hole Restaurant; Sands Grill; Road Hole Bar; The Jigger Inn; Hams Hame Pub& Grill; The Duke’s Bar & Grill. Kohler Waters Spa. DIRECTOR OF SALES: HelenParker.
GOLF FACILITIES: The Duke’s St. Andrews, par 71, 7,512 yards, Peter Thomson &Tim Liddy. DIRECTOR OF GOLF: David Scott. HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL: NeilPaton.
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: 2014 European Amateur Championship, 2007 ScottishAmateur Strokeplay championships.
RANKINGS: Top 10 European Resorts in the Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards,2011.
AWARDS: The World’s 500 Best Hotels – Travel + Leisure Magazine 2013; Gold List2013 – Condé Nast Traveller Gold List 2013; Top 25 European Resorts – Condé NastTraveller 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards.
RATES: Golf Bed and Breakfast Package: From £290 per room per night based ontwo sharing an Eden Twin/Double.
GETTING THERE: Dundee Airport, Edinburgh Airport, and Glasgow Airport allwithin driving distance. Private aircraft can land at the RAF Leuchars Base (5-min.drive) by prior arrangement.
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SCOTLAND
ARCHERFIELD LINKS
Dirleton, East Lothian, Scotland EH39 5HUTelephone: 0044 (0)1620 897050
www.archerfieldgolfclub.com
Archerfield is situated on the stunning East Lothian coastline just 30 miles south-east ofScotland’s capital city Edinburgh, with the famous Muirfield as its neighbor. It has a17th century Mansion House as its center piece within its private 500 acre estate.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 70 luxurious bedrooms within a range ofaccommodation from a Mansion House, 3 and 4 bedroom Lodges, Waterfrontproperties and Pavilion Suites; Club House bar and dining room, Mansion Housedining room and in property private chef available; Award winning ethical Spa, Tennis and a range of other pre booked activities are available. CHIEF EXECUTIVE:
Tom Younger.
GOLF FACILITIES: Fidra Links - Par 72 6948 yards designed by DJ Russell; DirletonLinks – Par 72 6946 yards designed by DJ Russell. DIRECTOR OF GOLF: StuartBayne. HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL: Andrew Meikle.
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: Scottish Ladies Open.
RANKINGS: Fidra Links voted a top 100 course in Golf World’s 2013 rankings.
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Muirfield, Gullane and North Berwick Links within 2 milesand Edinburgh city within a 20 minute journey.
RATES: From £165 per night; Archerfield House, a fully serviced, 15 doublebedroom 17th century mansion is available on an exclusive basis from £6600 per night.
GETTING THERE: Edinburgh Airport: 30 miles, 40 minutes; Chauffeured caravailable by arrangement; Edinburgh 30 miles, Glasgow 70 miles, London 418 miles.
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SCOTLAND
THE VILLAGE AT MACHRIHANISH DUNES
The Village at Machrihanish Dunes, Machrihanish, Argyll, Scotland PA28 6PTTelephone: +44 (0)1586 810000 or Freephone from UK 0800 151 3701
www.machdunes.com
Centred around “the world’s most natural golf course” on Scotland’s stunning KintyrePeninsula, the award-winning resort at Machrihanish Dunes offers world-class links golf,several luxurious (and historic) accommodation options, lively restaurants and pubs, full-service spa, and a pristine setting that’s unmatched in the world of golf.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: The Ugadale Hotel (22 rooms & suites); TheUgadale Cottages (8 two-bedroom cottages); The Royal Hotel (23 rooms); The OldClubhouse Pub; The Kintyre Club; The Harbourview Grille; The Black Sheep Pub;The Golf House; Serenity Spa; Fitness Centre; Golf Shop.
GOLF FACILITIES: Machrihanish Dunes; par 72; 7175 yards; David McLay Kidd.Rates: £95 (Day Pass); £75 (Single Round).
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: International Pairs World Final (2013); Argyll & ButeChampionship (2012 & 2013).
RANKINGS: Golfweek: Best Modern Courses in Britain & Ireland (2010, 11, 12, 13);National Club Golfer: Britain’s Top 100 Links Courses (2013); Golf World: Top 100Courses in Britain & Ireland (2010, 11, 12, 13); National Club Golfer: Britain’s Top100 Courses under £100 (2013); Golf World: Top 100 ‘Fun Courses’ in Britain &Ireland (2012); ABTA Golf: #1 Eco Course in the World (2012); LINKS: Top 20 newScottish courses of the past 20 years (2010); LINKS: Best New Courses (2009).
AWARDS: “Resort of the Year” – Golf Tourism Scotland (2013); “GEO SustainabilityAward” – Golf Tourism Scotland (2013); “Golf Hotel of the Year” – Scottish HotelAwards (2012); “Global Development of the Year (Runner-Up)” – Golf Inc. Magazine(2012); “Small Hotel of the Year” – Golf Tourism Scotland (2010).
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Springbank Distillery; Machrihanish Golf Club; InverarayCastle; Linda McCartney Memorial Garden; Glengyle Distillery.
RATES: The Ugadale Hotel (Suite £229, Superior £199, Classic £179); The UgadaleCottages (£379); The Royal Hotel (Superior £149, Classic £139).
GETTING THERE: Campbeltown Airport (less than a mile, shuttle availability) orGlasgow International Airport; 3 hour drive from Glasgow.
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IRELAND
WATERVILLE HOUSE AND GOLF LINKS
Waterville, County Kerry, IrelandTelephone: 011 (353) 669474102 Fax: 011 (353) 669474482
www.watervillegolflinks.ie Email: [email protected]
Waterville House sits on a 50 acre isthmus separating the wild Atlantic from LoughCurrane. The Currane River bisects the estate flowing through a 15th century weir andinto Butlers Pool, one of Ireland’s most famous salmon fisheries. The Georgian Manorserves as the Waterville Links member residence. The Links is the #1 ranked course in theRepublic of Ireland. Waterville prides itself with mixing music, mischief and merrimentwith the very best of Irish hospitality and Irish sport.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: Waterville House is an 18th century manorcatering to avid golfers, anglers as well as corporate retreats. The House and Links aremanaged by a small syndicate of U.S. investors. It is surrounded by a Fazio designedpractice facility and has extensive fishing rights on five mountain lakes and 10 miles ofangling on the Cummeragh and Inny Rivers. The House has 12 Rooms and Suites,most with ocean and river views; Breakfast; Lounge with honor bar; Health Facilitywith massage; Steam and Sauna; Billiard Room; Helipad; Satellite Color TV;Turndown; Bathrobes. RESORT MANAGER: Noel Cronin.
GOLF FACILITIES: Course Architect: Eddie Hackett and Tom Fazio. Renovationcompleted in 2005. Course Record 71; Honorary Captain, Payne Stewart;Clubhouse: Pro Shop; Fazio designed Practice Facility; Caddies; 25 Electric ClubCars; Bar and Restaurant; Golf Memorabilia; Black and White Photographs, “GreatMoments in Golf” Art Collection. Nearby Courses: Skelligs Bay, Dooks,Ballybunion, Tralee, Killarney. Rates: Green Fees: €150 weekdays, €170 weekends(May – Sept). HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL: Liam Higgins.
AWARDS: Golf World (UK) # 1 Republic of Ireland; Golf World (UK)Top 100 Ireland # 3;Golf World (UK) Top 100 Britain and Ireland # 10; Golf Monthly (UK) Top 100 Britainand Ireland # 11; Golf Digest Top 100 Outside U.S. # 23; Golf World (UK)Top 100World # 34; Golf Magazine Top 100; Conde Nast Top 100 World Golf Resorts.
RATES: Double €264, Single €178; Seasonal Rates and Packages are available. GolfPackages: Call the Resort for seasonal packages.
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CALIFORNIA
THE LODGE AT PEBBLE BEACH
1700 17-Mile Drive, Pebble Beach, California 93953 Telephone: (800) 654-9300
www.pebblebeach.com
Since 1919, The Lodge at Pebble Beach has been a legendary haven for guests around theworld. Enveloping the 18th green of Pebble Beach Golf Links and Stillwater Cove, thishistoric destination offers impeccable service, comfortable elegance and stunning views.
RESORT INFORMATION: 161 rooms, 11 suites; 4 restaurants (contemporary seafood;classic steakhouse; American; modern and international cuisine); Pool, FitnessFacility, Tennis, Pebble Beach Equestrian Center, Shopping, Spa, Pet-Friendly,Fireplaces, HD TVs, Complimentary Wireless Internet; Resort Shuttles.
GOLF FACILITIES: Pebble Beach Golf Links; Par 72; 6,828 yards; Jack Neville &Douglas Grant; Spyglass Hill Golf Course; Par 72; 6,960 ; Robert Trent Jones Sr.;The Links at Spanish Bay; Par 72; 6,821; Robert Trent Jones Jr., Tom Watson andFrank “Sandy” Tatum; Del Monte Golf Course; Par 72; 6,365; Charles Maud.DIRECTOR OF GOLF: RJ Harper, EVP, Golf and Retail.
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: U.S. Open (1972, 1982, 1992, 2000, 2010, 2019);AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am (1947-present); Nature Valley First Tee Openat Pebble Beach (2004-present); Callaway Pebble Beach Invitational (1972-present).GOLF PROFESSIONALS: Chuck Dunbar, Pebble Beach Golf Links; Jin Park, SpyglassHill; Rich Cosand, The Links at Spanish Bay; Neil Allen, Del Monte.
RANKINGS: No. 1, America’s 100 Greatest Public Courses, Golf Digest, 2013.
AWARDS: Top Northern California Resorts, Conde Nast Traveler, 2013; World’s BestContinental U.S. Resorts, Travel + Leisure, 2012.
AREA ATTRACTIONS: 17-Mile Drive; Monterey Bay Aquarium, Carmel-by-the-Sea.
RATES: Starting at $745 per night; Ocean View Studio at $1,275 per night; SloatSuite at $2,450 per night. Service charge and tax.
GETTING THERE: Monterey Regional Airport, 5 miles; San Jose InternationalAirport, 80 miles; San Francisco International Airport, 110 miles. Shuttles available.
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CALIFORNIA
THE INN AT SPANISH BAY
2700 17-Mile Drive, Pebble Beach, California 93953 Telephone: (800) 654-9300
www.pebblebeach.com
Nestled among majestic Monterey pines and fronted by an oceanside golf course, TheInn at Spanish Bay is an idyllic retreat, welcoming guests with contemporary elegance andexemplary service. All guest rooms feature a cozy fireplace and a private patio or balconyproviding magnificent views of pine forests, green fairways or the Pacific Ocean.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 269 rooms, 17 suites; 3 restaurants (northernItalian; Hawaiian fusion; American home-style fare); Pool, Fitness Facility, TennisPavilion, Pebble Beach Equestrian Center, Shopping, Spa, Wood-Burning Fireplaces,HD TVs, Complimentary Wireless Internet; Complimentary Resort Shuttles.
GOLF FACILITIES: Pebble Beach Golf Links; Par 72; 6,828 yards; Jack Neville &Douglas Grant; Spyglass Hill Golf Course; Par 72; 6,960; Robert Trent Jones Sr.;The Links at Spanish Bay; Par 72; 6,821; Robert Trent Jones Jr., Tom Watson andFrank “Sandy” Tatum; Del Monte Golf Course; Par 72; 6,365; Charles Maud.DIRECTOR OF GOLF: RJ Harper, EVP, Golf and Retail.
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: U.S. Open (1972, 1982, 1992, 2000, 2010, 2019);AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am (1947-present); Nature Valley First Tee Openat Pebble Beach (2004-present); Callaway Pebble Beach Invitational (1972-present).GOLF PROFESSIONALS: Chuck Dunbar, Pebble Beach Golf Links; Jin Park, SpyglassHill; Rich Cosand, The Links at Spanish Bay; Neil Allen, Del Monte.
RANKINGS: No. 1, America’s 100 Greatest Public Courses, Golf Digest, 2013; No. 2,Top 100 You Can Play, Golf Magazine, 2012; No. 7, Top 100 Courses in the World,Golf Digest, 2013; No. 2, 100 Best Resort Courses, Golfweek, 2013.
AWARDS: Top Northern California Resorts, Conde Nast Traveler, 2013 (Pebble Beach).
AREA ATTRACTIONS: 17-Mile Drive; Monterey Bay Aquarium, Carmel-by-the-Sea.
RATES: Starting at $635 per night; Presidential Suite at $2,775 per night; SpanishBay Suite at $2,900 per night. Service charge and tax.
GETTING THERE: Monterey Regional Airport, 5 miles; San Jose InternationalAirport, 80 miles; San Francisco International Airport, 110 miles. Shuttles available.
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CALIFORNIA
CASA PALMERO
1518 Cypress Drive, Pebble Beach, California 93953Telephone: (800) 654-9300
www.pebblebeach.com
This intimate Mediterranean-style estate includes 24 private rooms, featuring wood-burning fireplaces, oversized tubs and sumptuous beds. Within an enclave of lushlandscaping and trellised walkways, guests will also enjoy a billiard room, heated outdoorpool and spacious lounge all overlooking Pebble Beach Golf Links.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 24 rooms and suites; Pool, Fitness Facility,Tennis , Pebble Beach Equestrian Center, Shopping, Spa, Wood-Burning Fireplaces,HD TVs, Complimentary Wireless Internet; Complimentary Resort Shuttles;Library; Billiard Room; Personal Concierge.
GOLF FACILITIES: Pebble Beach Golf Links; Par 72; 6,828 yards; Jack Neville &Douglas Grant; Spyglass Hill Golf Course; Par 72; 6,960 ; Robert Trent Jones Sr.;The Links at Spanish Bay; Par 72; 6,821; Robert Trent Jones Jr., Tom Watson andFrank “Sandy” Tatum; Del Monte Golf Course; Par 72; 6,365; Charles Maud.DIRECTOR OF GOLF: RJ Harper, EVP, Golf and Retail.
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: U.S. Open (1972, 1982, 1992, 2000, 2010, 2019);AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am (1947-present); Nature Valley First Tee Openat Pebble Beach (2004-present); Callaway Pebble Beach Invitational (1972-present).GOLF PROFESSIONALS: Chuck Dunbar, Pebble Beach Golf Links; Jin Park, SpyglassHill; Rich Cosand, The Links at Spanish Bay; Neil Allen, Del Monte.
RANKINGS: No. 1, America’s 100 Greatest Public Courses, Golf Digest, 2013 (PebbleBeach); No. 2, Top 100 You Can Play, Golf Magazine, 2012.
AWARDS: Top Northern California Resorts, Conde Nast Traveler, 2013.
AREA ATTRACTIONS: 17-Mile Drive; Monterey Bay Aquarium, Carmel-by-the-Sea.
RATES: Starting at $885 per night. Spa Room at $1,020 per night; Palmero Suite at$2,850 per night. Service charge and tax.
GETTING THERE: Monterey Regional Airport, 5 miles; San Jose InternationalAirport, 80 miles; San Francisco International Airport, 110 miles.
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HAWAII
MAUNA KEA RESORT
62-100 Kauna’oa Dr. Kohala Coast, Hawaii 96743Telephone: (808) 882-7222
www.maunakeabeachhotel.com
The legendary Mauna Kea Golf Course overlooks one of the world’s most beautifulbeaches on the west shore of Hawaii’s Big Island. Approaching its 50th anniversary, thecourse opened in 1964 as the unique creation of the great golf course architect, RobertTrent Jones Sr. With a top slope rating of 144, Mauna Kea from the championship tees isone of the finest tests of golf in the world. With its breathtaking ocean and volcanomountain views, tropical breezes and world-class service, it is easy to understand whyMauna Kea’s legacy of tradition and aloha is revered by all.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 252 Rooms including 10 Suites; Manta &Pavilion Wine Bar: Fine dining at night with a generous breakfast buffet in themornings; Number 3: Casual 19th hole clubhouse; Hau Tree: Casual dining right onthe beach; Kauna’oa Bar & Grill: Casual Gastropub and grill; Dining events such asour highly ranked Luau and our weekly Clambake are always popular; Pool, 11 courtseaside tennis club, fitness center, Mandara Spa, Kids programs, Resort shopping,water sports. GENERAL MANAGER: Jon Gersonde.
GOLF FACILITIES: Mauna Kea Golf Course, Par 72, 7370 yards, Robert Trent JonesSr. – 1964, Renovated by Rees Jones – 2008; Hapuna Golf Course, Par 72, 6895 yards,Arnold Palmer/Ed Saey – 1992. DIRECTOR OF GOLF: Josh Silliman. HEAD GOLF
PROFESSIONAL: Duane Otte.
AWARDS: Best in the World, Conde Nast Traveler, Top 20 Hawaii Resorts, October2013; World’s Best Awards, Travel + Leisure, Top Resorts in Hawaii, July 2013; Bestin Market, Forbes Travel Guide, July 2013; Best Luxury Hotel/Resort, HawaiiMagazine, Readers Choice Awards, May 2013; World’s Best Hotels.
RANKINGS: #27 America’s 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses, Golf Digest, Feb 2013;Association of Golf Merchandiser’s Platinum Golf Shop List, 2013; 2013 BestResort Golf Courses, Golf Week, Nov 2012; #31 Top 100 Courses You Can Play, Golf Magazine, Sept. 2012; #1 Best in State, Golf Magazine, Sept 2012.
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park; Historical Parker RanchCenter; Mauna Kea Observatory; Waipio Valley.
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HAWAII
KAPALUA GOLF
2000 Plantation Club Drive, Lahaina, Hawaii 96761Telephone: 877-KAPALUA (527-2582)
www.golfatkapalua.com
Located on Maui’s northwest coast, Kapalua Resort offers world-class golf on two of themost majestic golf courses in the world – The Plantation Course and The Bay Course.The Plantation Course is home to the PGA TOUR’s opening year event, the HyundaiTournament of Champions. Kapalua’s Bay Course is a unique, resort-style layoutfeaturing a collection of the most breathtaking ocean holes in Hawaii. Maui has beennamed “Best Island” by Condé Nast Traveler for eighteen consecutive years.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: The Kapalua Villas (condominiums) – 147 units; The Ritz-Carlton Kapalua (hotel); The Residences at Kapalua Bay(condominiums) – 50 units. Restaurants: The Plantation House; Pineapple Grill.Kapalua Tennis Garden has 10 courts offering individual instruction, match play,drop-ins and tournaments. Resort hotel and villas each have a pool. Hotel also hasfitness and spa facilities. Kapalua Spa is a 45,000 sq. ft. facility offering spa treatments,fitness training, and spa dining. GENERAL MANAGER: Mike Jones, PGA.
GOLF FACILITIES: The Plantation Course, par 73, 7,411 yards, Bill Core & BenCrenshaw; The Bay Course, par 72, Arnold Palmer & Frances Duane; Kapalua GolfAcademy, 23-acre facility, 3-hole walking course, 18 hole putting course, digitalswing analysis. DIRECTOR OF GOLF, GENERAL MANAGER: Mike Jones. HEAD GOLF
PROFESSIONAL: Scott Carroll, The Plantation Course. DIRECTOR OF INSTRUCTION:
Ben Hongo, Kapalua Golf Academy.
RANKINGS: Hawaii’s #1 Golf Resort; Plantation Course: #19 of America’s 100Greatest Public Golf Courses – Golf Digest; Bay Course: #18 Best Public GolfCourses in Hawaii – Golf Magazine; Kapalua Golf Academy: Top 25 Golf Schools inAmerica – Golf Magazine; Ben Hongo: #1 Golf Instructor, State of Hawaii – Golf Digest 2013.
AWARDS: Ritz-Carlton Kapalua: #7 North America’s Best Golf Resorts – Golf Digest;#1 Golf Resort in Hawaii – Travel + Leisure Golf; Top 100 Golf Resorts – Conde NastTraveler; The World’s Top 75 Tennis Resorts – Tennis Online; Best Luxury SpaDestination, USA – 2012 World Luxury Spa Awards.
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OREGON
BANDON DUNES GOLF RESORT
57744 Round Lake Drive, Bandon, Oregon 97411Telephone: 888-345-6008www.bandondunesgolf.com
Conceived in harmony with the rugged southern Oregon Coast. Immersed in the sacredtraditions of a timeless game. True to the legacy of Scotland’s ancient links. At BandonDunes Golf Resort, great care has been taken to create a golf experience unlike any otherin the world. Where, among sand dunes and gorse, forest and fairways, five distinctlyunique golf courses yield fresh rewards each time they’re played. Where players walk.Where tradition reigns. And where secluded accommodations and mouthwatering menusawait at the end of each day. Bandon Dunes is golf as it was meant to be.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 186 rooms total: (19) 4-bedroom suites, (21)2-bedroom suites, (109) double occupancy rooms, (37) single-bedded rooms; Fourrestaurants: The Gallery, McKee’s Pub, Pacific Grill and Trails End. Threebars/lounges: The Puffin, Bunker Bar and McKenzie Hall; Massage center, fitnesscenter, whirlpool, sauna and locker rooms. GENERAL MANAGER: Hank Hickox.
GOLF FACILITIES: Bandon Dunes, 7,212 yards, designed by David McLay Kidd; PacificDunes, 6,633 yards, designed by Tom Doak; Bandon Trails, 6,759 yards, designed byBill Coore and Ben Crenshaw; Old Macdonald, 6,944 yards, designed by Tom Doakand Jim Urbina; Bandon Preserve (13 hole par-3 course), 1,468 yards, designed byBill Coore and Ben Crenshaw. DIRECTOR OF GOLF: Jeff Simonds. HEAD GOLF
PROFESSIONALS: Jake Sestero, Bandon Dunes; Scott Millhouser, Bandon Trails;Brandon Carter, Old Macdonald; Michael Chupka, Pacific Dunes.
AWARDS: No. 1 Golf Resort in North America – Golf Digest; No. 1 Golf Resort inNorth America – Golf Magazine.
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: 2015 U.S. Women’s Amateur Four-Ball; 2011 U.S.Amateur Public Links; 2011 U.S. Women’s Amateur Public Links; 2007 U.S. Mid-Amateur; 2006 Curtis Cup.
RANKINGS: Golf Digest America’s 100 Greatest Public Courses, Pacific Dunes – No. 3;Bandon Dunes – No. 6; Old Macdonald – No. 12; Bandon Trails – No. 16; GolfDigest Top Nine Public Short Courses in America, Bandon Preserve – No. 1.
GETTING THERE: Southwest Oregon Regional Airport, 35-minute drive; EugeneAirport, 2.5-hour drive; Portland Int’l. Airport, 4.5-hour drive. Connoisseurs GolfTransportation: 877- 347-6466; Aviation Transportation: 877-315-7963.
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CALIFORNIA
THE GRAND DEL MAR
5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego, CA 92130Telephone: (855) 318-9760www.thegranddelmar.com
Play year-round at California’s triple Five-Star resort in sunny San Diego. Seamlesslycombining the old-world charm of a Mediterranean estate with the modern luxury of aworld-class golf destination, The Grand Del Mar features a stunning 18-hole, TomFazio-designed golf course at The Grand Golf Club.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 249 guestrooms and suites; Restaurants:Addison, Amaya. Nightclub and Restaurant: Club M.; Spa, Equestrian Center,Beach, Tennis, Hiking, Fitness Center, 4 Pools. GENERAL MANAGER: Thomas Voss.
GOLF FACILITIES: The Grand Golf Club, par 72, 7,160 yards, Tom Fazio.DIRECTOR OF GOLF: Shawn Cox. HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL: Erik Wilson.
AWARDS: AAA Five Diamond Award, 2009 – 2013; Forbes Travel Guide Five-StarHotel, 2012, 2013; California’s #1 Resort (#4 in the U.S.) in Travel + Leisure’s 2013World’s Best Awards.
RANKINGS: Top 20 Golf Resorts, 2011 Readers’ Choice, Andrew Harper’s HideawayReport, October 2011.
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Nearby beaches, Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, San Diego Zoo,SeaWorld, LEGOLAND.
RATES: Daily rates from $495; Brisa Villa: Daily rates from $6,000.
GETTING THERE: San Diego International Airport (21 mi./25 min.); Carlsbad’sPalomar Airport (Private planes) (19 mi./23 min.); Los Angeles InternationalAirport (106 mi./109 min.).
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COLORADO
THE BROADMOOR
1 Lake Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80906Telephone: (888) 442-7968
www.broadmoor.com
The Broadmoor, located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, is the longest consecutivewinner of the AAA Five-Diamond and Forbes Five-Star awards. Referred to as America’sPremier Resort, The Broadmoor features championship golf, tennis, dining and anaward-winning spa.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 746 Rooms; 19 Unique dining options fromthe only Five-Star restaurant in Colorado to the famous Golden Bee pub; indoor andoutdoor pools, fitness center, Five-Star spa, six tennis courts, 25 boutique shops,Colorado adventure activities. GENERAL MANAGER: Mr. Steve Bartolin.
GOLF FACILITIES: East Course, Par 72, 7,355 yards, Donald Ross & Robert TrentJones; West Course, Par 71, 7,101 yards, Donald Ross & Robert Trent Jones;Mountain Course, Par 72, 7,637 yards, Nicklaus Design. DIRECTOR OF GOLF: RussMiller. HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL: Mark Kelbel.
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: 1995 & 2011 U.S. Women’s Open, 2008 U.S. SeniorOpen. Seven USGA championships hosted overall.
AWARDS: Golf Magazine – Readers’ Choice Platinum Award – 2012; Travel + LeisureGolf World’s Best Golf Resorts; Golf World 50 Best Golf Shops – 2011; Robb ReportBest of the Best; Colorado Avid Golfer Reader and Editor’s Choice Awards – BestResort Course and Best Course Conditions – 2013; Golf Digest #1 in Service inNorth America.
RANKINGS: Top 100 Golf Resorts, Conde Nast Traveler Readers Poll; #1 ResortCourse, #1 Golf Pro Shop, Colorado Avid Golfer Reader’s Choice; 20 Best Courses inthe U.S., #1 Service in North America, Golf Digest; #4 Resort Golf Operation in theWorld, Gary Galyean’s Golf Letter; #1 Resort Course in Colorado, Colorado GolfAssociation.
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, US Olympic Headquartersand Training Center, US Air Force Academy.
RATES: Golf rates starting at $155 – $255; Suites $325 – $7,800.
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NORTH CAROLINA
PINEHURST RESORT
80 Carolina Vista, Pinehurst, North Carolina 28374Telephone: (855) 318-2779
www.pinehurst.com
Pinehurst Resort is a 2,000-acre historic property featuring eight golf courses, tennis, spa,and lawn sports. The resort features three hotels and more than 80,000 square feet ofindoor meeting space. Widely known as the cradle of American golf, Pinehurst has hostedmore single golf championships than any other site in America, and is the site of both the2014 U.S. Open and 2014 U.S. Women’s Open Championships.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 428 rooms including three hotels, Villas andCondominiums; Eight dining venues from the elegant Four-Diamond 1895 Grille tothe casual Ryder Cup Lounge; award-winning spa featuring 28 treatment rooms, suites,fitness center, lap pool, salon and boutique; 3 outdoor pools, 24 tennis courts, croquet& lawn bowling, water sports at Lake Pinehurst Beach Club, biking and historicwalking tours. GENERAL MANAGER: Scott Brewton, SVP and General Manager.
GOLF FACILITIES: Pinehurst No. 1-8. DIRECTOR OF GOLF: Jay Biggs. HEAD GOLF
PROFESSIONAL: Ben Bridgers.
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: U.S. Open Championship 1999, 2005, 2014; U.S. Men’sAmateur Championship 1962, 2008; U.S. Women’s Open Championship 2014;U.S. Senior Open Championship 1994; THE TOUR Championship 1991, 1992;PGA Club Professional Championship 1971-74, 1988, 1997-98; Ryder CupMatches 1951; PGA Championship 1936; North & South Open Championship(professional tour stop) 1902-1951.
AWARDS: Golf Digest (2013/2014) America’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses – PinehurstNo. 2; Travel & Leisure Top 500 – World’s Best Hotel (2013).
RANKINGS: (2013) America’s Best Classic Courses – Pinehurst No. 2 ranked #11;Golfweek (2013) America’s Best Resort Courses Pinehurst No. 2 ranked #3,Pinehurst No. 4 ranked #78, Pinehurst No. 8 ranked #82; (2011) Top Courses forWomen – Pinehurst No. 8 ranked #21; (2013) America’s Best State-by-State:Pinehurst No. 2 – #1, Pinehurst No. 4 – #7, Pinehurst No. 7 – #8.
GETTING THERE: RDU 74 miles, 1 hour 30 min. Shuttle available – fee applies.
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GEORGIA
THE CLOISTER
100 Cloister Drive, Sea Island, Georgia 31561Telephone: (855) 572-4975
www.seaisland.com
The Forbes Five-Star Cloister is a Mediterranean masterpiece that preserves the original architecture’s lustrous history and unique essence. Its guest rooms and suites offersweeping views of the Black Banks River, Atlantic Ocean and lush natural setting.Accommodations are defined by elegance, sophistication and comfort, featuring gleamingwood furnishings, exposed beam ceilings, overstuffed chairs, hardwood floors, andhandmade Turkish rugs.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 200 total, rooms and suites. Georgian Room(refined, Forbes Five-Star dining), Tavola (rustic Italian), River Bar (classic brasserie),Southern Tide (oceanfront, seafood), Oak Room (tavern), Colt & Alison(steakhouse), Davis Love Grill (pub fare, sports action); Three golf courses, golflearning center, 16 tennis courts, Beach Club with three pools, Five-Star spa, fitnesscenter, squash courts, shooting school, hunting preserve, five-mile private beach,boating, fishing, children’s programs, paddleboarding, kayaking, horseback riding,biking. MANAGING DIRECTOR: Rick Riess.
GOLF FACILITIES: Seaside par 70, 5,048 to 7,005 yards. 1929 original course byHarry S. Colt and Charles Alison; redesigned in 1999 by Tom Fazio; Plantation par72, 5,194 to 7,058 yards. Original 1927 course designed by Walter Travis; redesigned1998 by Rees Jones; Retreat par 72, 5,082 to 7,106 yards. Original 1970s Joe Leedesign; redesigned in 2001 by Davis Love III and his brother, Mark. DIRECTOR OF
GOLF: Brannen Veal. HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL: Will Hutter.
AWARDS: Forbes Five Stars 2009-2013; #2 Resort in Continental U.S. Travel + Leisure2013 World’s Best Awards; The Georgian Room (restaurant) Forbes Five Stars 2008-2013; #1 Family Resort Harper’s Hideaway Report – 2011-2013; #1 Best BeachResort Harper’s Hideaway Report 2012.
RANKINGS: #3 Best Golf Resort – Harper’s Hideaway Report 2012; #100 BestClubfitters – Golf Digest 2013; Dr. Morris Pickens Top 10 Sports Psychologist GolfDigest 2013; Platinum Premier Resort – Golf Magazine 2012; #2 America’s Top 50Courses for Women.
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GEORGIA
THE LODGE AT SEA ISLAND GOLF CLUB
100 Retreat Avenue, St. Simons Island, Georgia 31522Telephone: (855) 572-4975
www.seaisland.com
Set between two of Sea Island’s three championship courses, The Lodge was named the#1 Resort in the Continental U.S. in Travel + Leisure’s 2013 World’s Best Awards. TheEnglish-style manor and clubhouse features 24-hour butlers, exposed beam ceilings,oriental rugs, hardwood floors, deep soaking baths. The Lodge manifests the charm,character and time-honored traditions that have made Sea Island an American icon.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 40 rooms, including 2 suites. Georgian Room(refined, Forbes Five-Star dining), Tavola (rustic Italian), River Bar (classic brasserie),Southern Tide (oceanfront, seafood), Oak Room (tavern), Colt & Alison(steakhouse), Davis Love Grill (pub fare, sports action); Three golf courses, golflearning center, 16 tennis courts, Beach Club with three pools, Five-Star spa, fitnesscenter, squash courts, shooting school, hunting preserve, five-mile private beach,boating, fishing, children’s programs, paddleboarding, kayaking, horseback riding,biking. MANAGING DIRECTOR: Rick Riess.
GOLF FACILITIES: Seaside par 70, 5,048 to 7,005 yards. 1929 original course byHarry S. Colt and Charles Alison, redesigned in 1999 by Tom Fazio; Plantation par72, 5,194 to 7,058 yards. Original 1927 course designed by Walter Travis; redesigned1998 by Rees Jones; Retreat par 72, 5,082 to 7,106 yards. Original 1970s Joe Leedesign; redesigned in 2001 by Davis Love III and his brother, Mark. DIRECTOR OF
GOLF: Brannen Veal. HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL: Will Hutter.
AWARDS: Forbes Five Stars, 2002-2013; AAA Five Diamonds, 2001-2013; #1 Resortin the Continental U.S. – Travel + Leisure’s 2013 World’s Best Awards; Top 10%Worldwide for Traveler Feedback, TripAdvisor.
RANKINGS: #3 Best Golf Resort – Harper’s Hideaway Report 2012; #100 BestClubfitters – Golf Digest 2013; Dr. Morris Pickens Top 10 Sports Psychologist GolfDigest 2013; Platinum Premier Resort – Golf Magazine 2012; #2 America’s Top 50Courses for Women.
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Historic Christ Church, Fort Frederica National Monument,St. Simons Island Lighthouse and A.W. Jones Heritage Center.
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SOUTH CAROLINA
KIAWAH ISLAND GOLF RESORT
One Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island, South Carolina 29455Telephone: (843) 768-2121
www.kiawahresort.com
With 10 miles of stunning shoreline and abundant natural beauty, Kiawah IslandGolf Resort is one of America’s top vacation destinations. Outstanding golf, tennis andrecreation programs provide world-class options for unforgettable oceanfront getaways.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 255 hotel rooms (13 suites) and over 525villas and private homes; 12 different dining establishments ranging from high-endsteakhouse to ice cream shops; 24 tennis courts in two tennis centers, 10 miles ofprivate beach. GENERAL MANAGER: Roger Warren.
GOLF FACILITIES: The Ocean Course, Par 72, 7,356 yards, Pete and Alice Dye; TurtlePoint, Par 72, 7,061 yards, Jack Nicklaus; Osprey Point, Par 72, 6,932 yards, TomFazio; Cougar Point, Par 72, 6,875 yards, Gary Player; Oak Point, Par 72, 6.701yards, Clyde Johnston. DIRECTOR OF GOLF: Brian Gerard. HEAD GOLF
PROFESSIONAL: The Ocean Course, Stephen Youngner; Turtle Point Mark Schaffer;Osprey Point, Jim Kelechi; Cougar Point, Ric Ferguson; Oak Point, Scott Ammon.
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: 1991 Ryder Cup, 1997 World Cup, 2003 World Cup,2005 PGA Club Professional Championship, 2007 Senior PGA Championship,2012 PGA Championship.
AWARDS: Five Diamond Award – American Automobile Association (2013); FiveStar Award – Forbes Travel Guide (2013); Top Resorts in the U.S. (#4) – Conde NastTraveler (2013); Top Continental US and Canada Resorts (#11) – Travel + Leisure(2012); Top Golf Resort in the world (#4) – Andrew Harper Readers’ Choice(2013).
RANKINGS: Among Top 100 Courses in America (The Ocean Course #21) – GolfDigest; Among Top 100 Public Courses in America (The Ocean Course #4) – GolfDigest; Among Top 100 Courses in the U.S. (The Ocean Course #25) – GolfMagazine; Among Top 100 Courses in the World (The Ocean Course #43) – GolfMagazine; Top 100 You Can Play (The Ocean Course #5) – Golf Magazine
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Downtown Charleston, Fort Sumter, Charleston Plantations,Angel Oak.
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SOUTH CAROLINA
THE SEA PINES RESORT
32 Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina 29928Telephone: (866) 561-8802
www.seapines.com
A vast, oceanfront retreat, The Sea Pines Resort has enthralled generations of travelersand guests for more than 50 years. Spanning a third of Hilton Head Island and embracedby the Atlantic Ocean and Calibogue Sound, The Sea Pines Resort offers an abundance ofwildlife, natural surroundings, breathtaking views and an endless array of outdooractivities. Heralded as one of Condé Nast Traveler’s “World’s Best Places to Stay” andTravel + Leisure’s “Best Family Resorts in the Country,” The Sea Pines Resort is wellknown for its incredible amenities and world-class accommodations and offers unparalleledrelaxation, beauty and excitement.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 60 rooms and the Highlander suite; home &villa rentals available; variety of premier dining options.
GOLF FACILITIES: Harbour Town Golf Links, par 71, 7,101 yards, Pete Dye & JackNicklaus; Heron Point, par 72, 7,103 yards, Pete Dye; Ocean Course, par 72, 6,906yards, George Cobb & Mark McCumber. HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL: John Farrell;VICE PRESIDENT OF SPORTS & OPERATIONS: Cary Corbitt.
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: The PGA TOUR’s RBC Heritage (1969-present).
AWARDS: “Gold Medal” in Golf Magazine’s 2012-13 edition of “Premier Resorts”; The Inn at Harbour Town: AAA Four Diamond Award; Forbes Four Star Award.
RANKINGS: No. 12, Golfweek’s “Best Resort Courses 2013”; No. 18, Golf Digest’s(2013-14) list of “America’s 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses”.
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Harbour Town Yacht Basin, Harbour Town, The Sea PinesRacquet Club, Lawton Stables, Sea Pines Forest Preserve, Eco-Adventures, Sea PinesBeach Club, leisure paths for walking and biking, shopping, world-class diningoptions, and much more.
GETTING THERE: Hilton Head Island Airport (15 minutes); Savannah/Hilton HeadInternational Airport (45 minutes).
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GEORGIA
REYNOLDS PLANTATION ON LAKE OCONEE
Real Estate Inquiries and Cottage Rentals: (800) 800-5250, ReynoldsPlantation.comThe Ritz-Carlton Lodge: (888) 674-2706, RitzCarltonLodge.com
Six golf courses and a vast array of recreational activities set against the backdrop of arelaxing lakefront hotel reminiscent of the grand resorts of yesteryear.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: The Ritz-Carlton Lodge features 251beautifully-appointed guest rooms, 6 private cottages and the 5,400 sq.ft. PresidentialHouse. The community also offers approximately 50 vacation cottages and seven inn-style rooms. Ritz-Carlton dining: Linger Longer Steakhouse, Georgia’s Bistro andGaby’s. Additional dining: The Landing, Plantation Grille and Overlook. Otheramenities: 26,000 sq.ft. full-service spa, fitness center, tennis, lakeside pool, andwatersports on 19,000 acre Lake Oconee. HOTEL GENERAL MANAGER: Ralph Vick.
GOLF FACILITIES: Five courses available to resort guests: The Plantation Course, par 72,6,274 yards, by Bob Cupp with Fuzzy Zoeller and Hubert Green. The Landing, par72, 6,395 yards, Bob Cupp. Great Waters, par 72, 6,581 yards, Jack Nicklaus. TheNational, (27 holes) par 72, 6,593 yards, Tom Fazio. The Oconee, par 72, 6,732 yards,Rees Jones. The Creek Club, par 72 by Jim Engh (member play only).
INSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT: The TaylorMade Kingdom: Provides advancedswing analysis, club fitting and club building ordinarily accessible to tour pros only.Reynolds Golf Academy: Led by Golf Digest 50 Best Teacher Charlie King, offerspersonal instruction in full swing, short game, putting and specialty shots.
VP OF GOLF: Mark Lammi. HEAD GOLF PROS: The Plantation Course: RyanMacNeill; The Landing Course and The Creek Club: Wes Forester; Great Waters:Jose Lopez; The National: Michael Raymond; The Oconee Course: Mike Davenport.
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: PGA Professional National Championship, 2008. PGACup, 2007. Andersen Consulting World Championship of Golf, 1995 to 1997.NCAA Match Play Championship, 2007. NCAA Linger Longer Inv. 2006-2013.
RANKINGS: Four courses listed on Golf Magazine’s “Top 100 You Can Play,” 2012.
AWARDS: 25 Best Golf Resorts in the US - #8, Cigar Aficionado, 2013; 12 Best PrivateGolf Communities, Forbes, 2011; The Best Destinations in Golf, Golf MagazinePremier Resorts, 2010; World’s Best Golf Resort – #10, Travel & Leisure Golf, 2008;AAA Five Diamond Lodging Award, 2013; Forbes Four-Star Award, 2013.
RATES: Golf packages at the Ritz-Carlton Lodge start at $369 pp/per night.Cottage Packages start at $229 pp/per night. (Subject to season and availability).
GETTING THERE: Just 80 miles from Atlanta and the world’s busiest airport.
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FLORIDA
STREAMSONG RESORT
1000 Streamsong Drive, Streamsong, Florida 33834Telephone: (863) 428-1000www.streamsongresort.com
A feast for the senses, a haven for the soul, a new kind of resort that takes the everydayordinary to the absolutely extraordinary. A resort where golf is both a quest for perfectionand an art form. A retreat that is the ultimate escape for relaxation, enrichment andrejuvenation. A place where the surrounding ecosystems are as deeply valued as the timeyou’ll spend with us.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 216 private guest rooms and suites;Clubhouse with 12 private guest rooms; 26,400 square feet of conference andmeeting space; Restaurants: 4 on property including a Steakhouse, Rooftop Loungeand Fine Dining; Grotto Style Spa, Fitness Center and Outdoor Lakeside Pool,Guided Bass Fishing, Clay Shooting Sports. GENERAL MANAGER OF THE RESORT:
Rich Mogensen.
GOLF FACILITIES: Streamsong Red, par 72, 7,148 yards, Bill Coore & BenCrenshaw; Streamsong Blue, par 72, 7,176 yards, Tom Doak. DIRECTOR OF GOLF:
Scott Wilson. HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONALS: Matt Jordan, Steve Kurtz.
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: Selected to host the 2016 Women’s U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Championship.
AWARDS: Best New U.S. Course You Can Play, 2012, Golf Magazine.
RANKINGS: Streamsong Red, #12; Streamsong Blue #14 Best Resort Courses 2013,Golfweek Magazine, 2013.
RATES: Starting at $715 single in Clubhouse; $795 single in Lodge.
GETTING THERE: 57 miles from Tampa International Airport; 86 miles fromOrlando International Airport.
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WISCONSIN
THE AMERICAN CLUB RESORT
419 Highland Drive, Kohler Wisconsin 53044Telephone: (800) 344-2838www.DestinationKohler.com
A throwback to the raw freshness of Ireland sculpted into the Wisconsin coastline,Whistling Straits offers two courses which have hosted the PGA Championship, U.S.Senior Open and the Palmer Cup. Experience these two must-play courses – both rankedamong the best in the United States.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: Three options for accommodations: TheAmerican Club, Inn on Woodlake, and Sandhill. Restaurants: The ImmigrantRestaurant and The Winery Bar, The Wisconsin Room, The Horse & Plow, Cucinaand River Woodlife’s Lodge Restaurant. Amenities: Kohler Waters Spa,Demonstration Kitchen, canoeing/kayaking, horseback riding, sporting clays,walking and hiking. GENERAL MANAGER – DESTINATION KOHLER: Michael Belot.
GOLF FACILITIES: Whistling Straits: Straits Course, par 72, 7,790 yards, Pete Dye.Irish Course, par 72, 7,201 yards, Pete Dye. Blackwolf Run: River Course, par 72,7,404 yards, Pete Dye. Meadow Valleys Course: par 72, 7,250 yards. GROUP
DIRECTOR OF GOLF: Jim Richerson. HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL: Michael O’Reilly(Whistling Straits); David Albrecht (Blackwolf Run).
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: 2004 PGA Championship; 2005 Palmer Cup; 2007 U.S.Senior Open; 2010 PGA Championship; Will play host to the PGA Championshipin 2015 and the Ryder Cup in 2020.
RANKINGS: #2 Whistling Straits – Straits, #14 Blackwolf Run – River, #39Whistling Straits – Irish, #62 Blackwolf Run – Meadow Valleys, America’s GreatestPublic Golf Courses, 2013-14, Golf Digest; Straits at Whistling Straits, #49, GolfMagazine Top 100 Courses in the World 2013.
AWARDS: Five-Star Award, Forbes Travel Guide, 2013. The World’s Best Hotels 2013,Travel + Leisure, 2013. Five Diamond Award 2013, AAA, 28th Consecutive Year.
RATES: Golf Kohler packages start at $795 per person based on double occupancy,including two nights and three 18-hole rounds of golf per person. Package prices donot include taxes or resort fees.
GETTING THERE: Kohler is located one hour north of Milwaukee (60 miles), onehour south of Green Bay (60 miles) and two hours north of Chicago (140 miles).Transportation from airports in nearby cities can easily be arranged.
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WISCONSIN
ERIN HILLS GOLF COURSE
7169 County Road O, Erin,Wisconsin 53027Telephone: (262) 670-8600 (866) 772-4769
www.erinhills.com
Erin Hills consists of 652 acres in the Kettle Moraine in Southeast Wisconsin carved byglaciers thousands of years ago. Erin Hills pays homage to natural beauty and nature’schallenges.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 8 Individual Rooms (Bed & Bath) & 3 TwoBedroom; One Bath rooms plus 2 Two Bedroom Suites; Also 4 Four Bedroom –Four Bath Suite Cottages with a gathering room and outdoor patio; Irish Pub & Bar –Full service Dining and outdoor dining patio overlooking the golf course and sunset.GENERAL MANAGER: Andy Bush.
GOLF FACILITIES: Erin Hills Golf Course Par 72 – 6 Sets of Tees 5,123 to 8,155 –Michael Hurdzan, Dana Fry, & Ron Whitten – Opened 2006; 25 Acre PracticeFacility. ERIN HILLS AMBASSADOR TO PGA PROFESSIONALS: Richard Tock. HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL: Jim Lombardo.
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: 2008 U.S. Women’s Public Links Championship; 2011U.S. Amateur Championship; 2017 U.S. Open Championship; Inaugural Erin HillsCollegiate Invitational in 2013; 2007 U.S. Amateur Public Links Qualifying; 2010U.S. Mid-Am Qualifying; 2012 U.S. Amateur Public Links Qualifying; 2013 U.S.Open Qualifying; U.S. Amateur Public Links Qualifying.
AWARDS: One of only 6 public facilities to host a U.S. Open in 117 years;Merchandiser of the Year, Wisconsin Section PGA – Public Facility.
RANKINGS: Ranked by Golf Digest as 10th Best Public Course in America – 2013;Ranked by Golf Magazine as 96th Best Course in America – 2013; Ranked by GolfDigest as the 3rd Best Golf Buddy Trip in America with Blackwolf Run, Kohler(Bandon Dunes #1 & Pebble Beach # 2); Ranked by Golf Digest as 2nd Best Coursein Wisconsin.
RATES: $225.00 per round, walking only; Caddie Fee $100.00 per bag; IndividualRooms in The Lodge $195.00 to $225.00; 4 Bedroom Cottages two at $1,100.00and two at $1,200 per night. Tax is 5.6%.
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CANADA
THE FAIRMONT BANFF SPRINGS RESORT
405 Spray Avenue, Banff, Alberta, Canada T1L1J4Telephone: (866) 540-4406
www.fairmont.com/banff-springs
Iconic beauty amidst snow-capped peaks, enchanting lakes and pristine wilderness. The majestic “Castle in the Rockies,” located in the heart of Alberta in Canada’s BanffNational Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site has been providing legendaryhospitality and unsurpassed dining experiences to guests of our luxury hotel for 125 years.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 768 guest rooms and suites; Restaurants:Waldhaus, The Banffshire Club, Bow Valley Grill, Castello Ristorante, Samurai;Skiing; Willow Stream Spa; Fitness Center; Shopping; Dogsledding; Ice Fishing;Canyon Ice Walks; Bowling. GENERAL MANAGER: David Roberts.
GOLF FACILITIES: Stanley Thompson Golf Course, par 72, 7,083 yards, Designer,Stanley Thompson; Tunnel Mountain Golf Course, 9 holes, Designer: GeoffreyCornish. Green Fees: Stanley Thompson Course, $155 to $230; Tunnel MountainCourse, $60 to $80 (2014 Rates to be determined). DIRECTOR OF GOLF: Steve Young.HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL: Simon Jones.
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: 2011 Telus World Skins.
AWARDS: Forbes - Annual Star Awards: Four Stars, 2011; Gold Medal – Condé Nast –Readers Poll, 2012; Golf Magazine, Gold Medal Resort; Condé Nast Traveler Gold ListTop 100 Golf Resorts, SCORE Golf Top 100 Courses (No. 5); Travel & Leisure BestCourse in Canada (No.1); Golf Magazine, Top 100 Courses Outside US (No. 52);Golf Digest, Canada’s Top 20 Courses; Golf Digest, Top 100 Courses Outside US.
RANKINGS: #83, 100 Best Golf Courses outside the U.S., Golf Digest 2007;Golfweek, # 3 Best Canadian Classic Courses; SCORE Golf, # 3 Top Public GolfCourses.
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Banff, Lake Louise.
GETTING THERE: Calgary International Airport (1 hour 45 minutes).
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CANADA
CABOT LINKS RESORT
15933 Central Avenue, Inverness, Nova Scotia, Canada B0E 1N0Telephone: (902) 258-4653 or (855) 652-2268
www.cabotlinks.com
Set amidst the stunning beauty of the rugged Nova Scotian landscape, with its dramaticseaside views, Cabot is located on over a mile of sandy beach and lauded as a golfer’sparadise. Featuring extraordinary Links golf, oceanfront accommodation and exquisitedining, Cabot truly represents the best the game has to offer.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 48 rooms (all with floor-to-ceiling golf courseand ocean views, including 8 deluxe rooms with balconies); 3 restaurants: PanoramaFine Dining, Cabot Bar and Cabot Public House. GENERAL MANAGER: AndrewAlkenbrack.
GOLF FACILITIES: Cabot Links, par 70, 6817 yards, Rod Whitman. DIRECTOR OF
GOLF: Joe Robinson. HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL: Ryan Hawley.
AWARDS: Golf Magazine Top 100 Golf Courses in the World (No. 82);Canada’s BestNew Course, SCOREGolf Magazine 2012; Best Overall Architecture, Air CanadaenRoute Hotel Design Awards 2013; Award of Excellence – Panorama Restaurant,Wine Spectator 2013.
RANKINGS: Ranked No.82 in Golf Magazine Top 100 Golf Courses in the World.
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Cabot Trail; Inverness Beach; Glenora Whisky Distillery;Highlands National Park and Skyline Trail.
RATES: Starting at $245. Rates are exclusive of tax and stated in Canadian Dollars.
GETTING THERE: Halifax International Airport; Port Hawkesbury (private); SydneyAirport; Moncton Airport; Halifax (197 miles), Port Hawkesbury (50 miles),Sydney (105 miles), Moncton (251 miles); Halifax (3 hours), Port Hawkesbury (1 hour), Sydney (2 hours), Moncton (4 hours). Airport Transportation is availablefor groups and individuals in comfortable Mercedes Sprinters or Suburban.
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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
CASA DE CAMPO
Casa de Campo, La Romana, Dominican RepublicTelephone: 809-523-3333www.casadecampo.com.do
Casa de Campo resort offers an unmatched array of experiences compared to anywhere inthe Caribbean, including choice accommodations – hotel rooms and suites or spaciousvillas, a wide variety of dining options, and The Sporting Life, featuring 90-holes of PeteDye-designed golf.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 173 Elite rooms, 12 Elite suites, 20 villas(spectacular 3 to 5 bedroom homes, each with pool, maid and butler service), 65 Pete Dye Golf Lodge rooms; accommodations include touring golf cart. The sixrestaurants include The Beach Club by le Cirque and La Cana by Il Circo, plus sevenbars and lounges. Indulge at The Spa at Casa de Campo and experience Altos deChavon artists’ village, with its wide array of museums, art galleries, boutiqueshopping, a chapel, and 5,000-seat outdoor amphitheater, site of internationaltouring concerts. GENERAL MANAGER: Daniel Hernández.
THE SPORTING LIFE: The Sporting Life encompasses unequaled sports experienceswith 90-holes of Pete Dye-designed golf; the largest shooting center in the SouthernHemisphere, an equestrian center with horseback riding and the Caribbean’s leadingpolo ground, 13 tennis courts, a spectacular marina, fishing and private beaches.
GOLF FACILITIES: Casa de Campo is the Caribbean’s premier golf destination, with threeChampionship Golf courses and a private country club, a total of 90 holes, all designed bylegendary architect and Golf Hall of Fame member Pete Dye. Teeth of the Dog: 72/7471.Dye Fore: (27 holes) Chavon, Marina and Lagos nine hole layouts; 72. Dye Links:71/7003. La Romana Country Club (private) 27 holes. DIRECTOR OF GOLF: GillesGagnon. HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL: Dave Pfisterer.
AWARDS: World Travel Award – Leading Golf Resort of the Caribbean – DominicanRepublic’s Leading Hotel and Dominican Republic’s Leading Resort; Travel Weekly’s“Best Golf Resort/Hotel” – 2013 Magellan Awards; Meeting’s and Conventions:Gold Tee Award and Gold Key Award; Successful Meetings: Pinnacle Award Winner.
RANKINGS: Golf Magazine Top 100 You Can Play, Teeth of the Dog # 1 in LatinAmerican; Links Magazine Top 25 Golf Resorts of The World; Golf Digest Magazine –100 Best Courses Outside The U.S. Casa de Campo (Teeth of the Dog) (#22);Andrew Harper’s Readers Choice Awards; Top Golf Resorts in the World (#19).
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CARIBBEAN
PUNTACANA RESORT & CLUB
Punta Cana, La Altagracia, Dominican RepublicTelephone: (809) 959-2262
www.puntacana.com
Find yourself in the jewel of the Caribbean. The only AAA Five Diamond Awardedproperty of the luxury Dominican republic hotels, Tortuga Bay offers responsible luxury,impeccable service and villas designed by the world-famous Oscar de la Renta. As aTortuga Bay guest, our friendly, professional staff has every detail taken care of from themoment you touch down at our own Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ).Puntacana Resort & Club features 45 holes of championship golf on Tom Fazio’s Corales,and P.B. Dye’s La Cana.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: Tortuga Bay–13 luxurious beachfrontDominican Republic villas offering unrivaled luxury, privacy, security and five-starservice. Oscar de la Renta has infused his Dominican heritage into the design of eachvilla, creating an artful harmony between simplicity and elegance. Restaurants: TheBamboo–Mediterranean-influenced dishes; La Yola–local seafood. Playa Blanca–freshlocal seafood, grilled meats, and cocktails. More options: El Grill at La Cana, Ananí,Brassa Grill and Ara. Additional accommodations: The Westin Puntacana Resort & Club –200 rooms. Four Points by Sheraton Puntacana Village – 124 rooms. Tennis; Spa; WaterSports; Horseback riding. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HOSPITALITY: Alberto J. Abreu.
GOLF FACILITIES: Corales Golf Club, par 72, 7,650 yards, Tom Fazio. 27 holes at La Cana (three separate nines: Tortuga, Hacienda, Arrecife). GOLF DIRECTOR LA
CANA/HACIENDA: Jeff Neal, PGA. DIRECTOR OF CORALES GOLF CLUB: JayOverton, PGA.
RANKINGS: Corales: #9, Best Courses in the Caribbean & Mexico, Golfweek, 2012.
AWARDS: Conde Nast Traveler 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards “Best in the World”. AAAFive Diamond Award.
GETTING THERE: The Punta Cana International Airport, (PUJ) is one of the firstand largest privately owned and operated international airports in the world. Theairport makes Puntacana one of the most accessible destinations in the Caribbean.Conveniently located within the Puntacana Resort & Club property, the airportoffers direct flights from over 36 countries and 98 cities around the world. Thisenables guests to be at their hotels or golf courses within minutes of their arrival.
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CARIBBEAN
CUISINART GOLF RESORT & SPA
P.O. Box 2000 - Rendezvous Bay, Anguilla AI-2640Telephone: (264) 498-2000www.CuisinArtResort.com
CuisinArt Golf Resort & Spa is an intimate oasis of luxury featuring stunningbeachfront accommodations, an 18 Hole Greg Norman Signature Design ChampionshipGolf Course, the award winning Venus Spa, a Hydroponic Farm, and renowned culinaryoptions including cooking classes and a wine cellar.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 91 Suites, 6 Villas; Five restaurants: Le Bistroat Santorini/Tokyo Bay/Italia/Café Mediterraneo/Clubhouse Grill, plus Chef ’s TableDining Experience; Majestic pool, three night-lit tennis courts; 16 treatment roomVenus Spa and Fitness Center; Hydroponic Farm; cooking classes; wine cellar withtastings; non-motorized watersports. GENERAL MANAGER: Mr. Stephane Zaharia.
GOLF FACILITIES: CuisinArt Golf Club: 18 Hole Greg Norman Signature DesignChampionship Course, par 72, 7063 yards; Course Rating: 75.6 from black tees.DIRECTOR OF GOLF: Don Johnson, CGCS. HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL: RyanBowey, PGA.
AWARDS: 2013, Caribbean Journal -The Caribbean’s 10 Best Golf Resorts; 2013,Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence; 2012, Cigar Aficionado Magazine - Best of theCaribbean - Best Golf; 2012, Conde Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice Award; 2012,Conde Nast Johansen’s Most Excellent spa Hotel: Atlantic, Caribbean, PacificIslands; 2012, Travel + Leisure - T+L 500 World’s Best Hotels.
RANKINGS: 2013, Golfweek’s Best Courses of the Caribbean and Mexico; 2012,Golfweek’s Best courses of the Caribbean and Mexico.
RATES: From $475.00 per night, inclusive of Continental Breakfast; Villas from$2800.00 per night, inclusive of Full Breakfast. 10% Gov’t. Tax, 10% Service Chargeand $1.00 per adult (12+ years) per night Government Marketing Levy are add’l.
GETTING THERE: Fly to Saint Maarten and arrange for private or semi-private 7mile, 20 minute boat launch from the airport to Anguilla’s Blowing Point; Flightsdirectly to Anguilla from San Juan available on Tradewind Aviation and Cape Air.
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ARGENTINA
CHAPELCO GOLF & RESORT
Ruta 40, Km 2.226, (8370) San Martín de los Andes, Neuquén,Patagonia, Argentina
Telephone: (54) (9) 2972-410219 or 410216www.chapelcogolf.com
A wonderful destination in Patagonia, selected by those who seak high quality of life,Chapelco Golf & Resort is strategically located 7 km from the airport and 18 km fromSan Martin de los Andes down town, Neuquén, Argentina. Surrounded by the LanínNational Park. The first golf course designed by Nicklaus in Argentina, has forged itshistory and motivated many proud members with its wonderful and unique18 holes par 72, comparable to the best in the world.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: With a five star hotel, Chapelco Golf &Resort offers 85 rooms and suites with panoramic views of the golf course, thesurrounding valley and the dramatic views of the Chapelco Mountain. Tworestaurants: “Las Astas” in the Hotel, and the main bar al restaurant in the Golf ClubHouse. GENERAL MANAGER: Marcela Arculis. HOTEL MANAGER: Ofelia Loitegui.
GOLF FACILITIES: Chapelco Golf Club, 18-hole, par 72, 7163 yards. Co-designed byJack and Jackie Nicklaus. Member of the Jack Nicklaus International Golf Club(JNIGC). The parkland design styled course is rimmed by indigenous birch trees andtall deep-green Oregon and Ponderosa pines. Full service practice facilities includingdriving range, putting green and chipping green. Golf classes, clinics and JuniorSchool. DIRECTOR OF GOLF: Mariano Cabanillas. HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL:
Christian Muller.
RANKINGS: 1st in Argentina by Top 100 Golf Courses.
AWARDS: FIABCI: (The International Real Estate Federation) 2010 Best Golf ResortDevelopment in Argentina; The Rolex World’s Top 1000 Golf Courses.
AREA ATTRACTIONS: The best golf experience in Argentina at the first NicklausLegacy course developed in South America. Tennis courts, outdoor activities, and a 5star hotel to enjoy the best of Patagonia. Chapelco Ski Resort, international standardwinter sports. Fly Fishing in crystal clear waters of breathtaking beauty. Horsebackriding and rural activities. Trekking, mountain bike, rafting, kayaking, and watersports of all kinds on the rivers and lakes of the region. Cultural activities, within andoutside the resort. Surrounded by the Lanín National Park.
GETTING THERE: Two hours direct flight from Buenos Aires Airport (JorgeNewbery – BUE) to Chapelco Airport (Carlos Campos – CPC).
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CHINA
SPRING CITY GOLF & LAKE RESORT
Tangchi, Yiliang, Kunming, Yunnan, China 652103Telephone: (86) 871 6767 1188 Ext. 1122
www.springcityresort.com
Spring City is a premier integrated golf resort in Kunming, China. The developmentcomprises two championship golf courses as well as luxury resort homes set amidst lushlandscapes against the backdrop of Yang Zonghai Lake. Consistently voted one of the bestgolf courses in China, Spring City is a popular golfing destination. Its award-winninggolf courses have garnered over 100 international awards since 1998.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 73 deluxe golf lodges which offer picturesqueviews of the Yang Zonghai Lake amidst beautiful mountain scenery. Restaurants: Eagle’sNest Restaurant. Spa includes aromatherapy; Thai and Traditional Chinese massages aswell as foot reflexology; Swimming pool; Tennis courts; Gym; Nature trails; 320 paxballroom; 400 sm Pro Shop. GENERAL MANAGER: Mr. Khoo Peck Khoon.
GOLF FACILITIES: Lake Course, par 72, 7,204 yards, Robert Trent Jones II.Mountain Course, par 72, 7,453 yards, Jack Nicklaus. DIRECTOR OF GOLF: Mr.Lau Tong Chye.
RANKINGS: #1 (Lake Course), #2 (Mountain Course), Top 100 Golf Courses, ChinaGolf Digest, 2009; #2, Best Course in China & Hong Kong, Golf Digest, 2009;World Top 50 Golf Courses, Golf Magazine, 2009.
AWARDS: 100 Best Golf Courses Outside the U.S., Golf Digest, 2012. China Top TenGolf Course, Golf Magazine, 2010.
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Stone Forest, the world famous, 350-square-kilometerUNESCO world heritage site.
GETTING THERE: Easily accessible with direct international flights from the majorcities of Asia: Singapore, Seoul, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, KualaLumpur, Dubai, Taipei, Kolkata, Yangon, Phnom Penh and Osaka. Spring City is a45 minutes drive from Kunming International Airport.
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CHINA
SHENZHOU PENINSULA RESORT
Shenzhou Peninsula Resort District,Wanning, Hainan, China 571528Telephone: (86) (898) 62538868
www.sheraton.com/shenzhoupeninsula
Sheraton Shenzhou Peninsula Resort located in the Festival Bay of Shenzhou Peninsula.The Resort features expansive garden palace architecture, 308 capacious and comfortableguest rooms and suites, each with its own beautiful ocean view. The Dunes Golf Cluboffers a world class setting for everyone to truly enjoy the traditional seaside game ofgolf.Legendary Tom Weiskopf made the most of the rugged coastal dunes and strong craggyboulders with breathtaking view of the south China sea to create what will truly go downin history as one of Asia’s finest golfing creations.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: 308 Guest Rooms; Lobby Lounge/Feast (All Day dining)/Yue (Chinese Restaurants); Swimming Pool; Shine Spa for Sheraton;Sheraton Fitness Programmed by Core® Performance; Tennis; Water Sports.GENERAL MANAGER: Douglas Brennan.
GOLF FACILITIES: The West Course, 7,484 yards; The East Course, 7,258 yards; TheComposite Course, 7,226 yards; Golf Academy with 5 Practice Holes and ShortGame Area. DIRECTOR OF GOLF: Stewart Kemp, British PGA.
AWARDS: 2012-13, Best Golf Course of all Hotels of China by Golden Horse Award;2013 Best Resort Hotel by China Travel Awards; Asia’s 10 Elite Golf Courses 2012Forbes Travel Guide.
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: Mercedes Benz National Finals 2012; Audi Quattro CupChina Final 2012; BMW Golf Cup International Final 2013 and much more.
RANKINGS: Ranked No. 1 New Golf Course 2010-2011 Golf Digest; Ranked No.1Best Golf Resort in China 2011-2012 Golf Magazine; Ranked No.2 Best Golf Resortin China 2012-2013 Golf Digest; Ranked No.2 Best Golf Course in China 2012-2013 Golf Digest.
RATES: Rooms from RMB 1,265; Golf from RMB 1,500; Deluxe Room, GardenRoom, Ocean Room, Golf Ocean Room, Panorama Room, Ocean Suite, PanoramaSuite, Couples Ocean Suite.
GETTING THERE: Sanya Phoenix International Airport, 140 km/1 hour by car.Haikou Mei Lan Airport, 160 km/2 hours by car.
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CHINA
REIGNWOOD PINE VALLEY
Town of Nankou, Changping District, Beijing,China 102202Telephone: (+86) (0)10-8979 6868www.reignwood.com/pine_valley.asp
Reignwood Pine Valley Golf Club is the first by-invitation-only golf club in China.Featuring world-class course design, private club facilities and an international standardmanagement team, the club strives to provide high-quality customized service formembers and guests. Reignwood Pine Valley Golf Club has been officially invited tobecome a member of the Nicklaus Golf Club global network of clubs, allowing PineValley’s VIP members to have the privilege of playing at 25 Nicklaus classic golf coursesworldwide.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: World-class wellness center; Thai spa; poloclub and fitness club; 20 rooms/Suite 98 rooms/Villas: 10 Buildings; ChineseRestaurant (in the hotel) and Western restaurant (in the clubhouse). GENERAL
MANAGER: Ms. Zhang Jing.
GOLF FACILITIES: Golden Bear Golf Course, par 72, 7,299 yards; Nicklaus GolfCourse, par 72, 7,506 yards. DIRECTOR OF GOLF: Mr. Che Fan jie. HEAD GOLF
PROFESSIONAL: Brett Brasier.
TOURNAMENTS HOSTED: 2013: Reignwood LPGA Classic; 2008: Beijing Open;2005: Johnnie Walker Classic, World Celebrity Golf.
RANKINGS: Golf Magazine China Top 10 Golf Club, 2011; Golf Magazine Best ClubManagement, 2012; Golf Digest World’s Most Influential Golf Course, 2013; GolfDigest China Top 10 Golf Club, 2011.
GETTING THERE: 60KM from Beijing International Airport (1 hour); 1 hour fromdowntown Beijing.
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AUSTRALIA
BARNBOUGLE
Bridport, Tasmania, AustraliaTelephone: +61 3 6356 0094
www.barnbougle.com.au
Tasmania, Australia’s island state is renown for its untouched wilderness, pristine coastline,cool climate wines and fresh local produce. On the north East coast of Tasmania lies ahidden gem and one of the world’s top Links golf courses, Barnbougle Dunes. Upon 200acres of undulating coastal dunes the creative genius of famed golf architect Tom Doak andAustralia’s Michael Clayton has been realized. Barnbougle, still only in its youth, continuesto gain a reputation as one of the world’s top links golf courses. The breathtaking landscapeupon which the course has been created mirrors the wild coastal links courses of Scotlandand Ireland. In 2010 Barnbougle Lost Farm, the Coore and Crenshaw designed secondcourse at Barnbougle, opened for play. Barnbougle Lost Farm is situated adjacent to theDunes course on the wild and dramatic coastline of Anderson Bay.. Unlike a standard course,Lost Farm features a quirky 20 holes – all of which are playable to golfers during a round.
RESORT FACILITIES & INFORMATION: Barnbougle Dunes: 22 two-bedroom seaviewcottages; 3 four-bedroom self-contained deluxe villas; Clubhouse facility includesrestaurant and Bar; “the Deck” at Barnbougle; GENERAL MANAGER: Gary Dixon.Barnbougle Lost Farm: Queen Double Suites and Single Queen Suits; Full practicefacilities; Spa; Sports Bar, Lodge and Restaurant onsite; Fishing charters; Cool climatevineyards; Lavender farm; Downtown Launceston. GENERAL MANAGER: PennySattler. CEO/OWNER: Richard Sattler.
GOLF FACILITIES: Barnbougle Dunes. Par 71, 6,763 yards. Tom Doak & MikeClayton. Barnbougle Lost Farm. 20 holes, par 78. 18 holes, par 72. Bill Coore andBen Crenshaw. HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONALS (Barnbougle Dunes): Brett Partridge;(Barnbougle Lost Farm): Roscoe Banks.
RANKINGS: Barnbougle Dunes: Australia’s #1 Public Golf Course; 35th Best Coursein the World, Golf Magazine, 2009; #14 Best Courses outside the U.S., Golf Digest,2012. Barnbougle Lost Farm: #6 in Australia (Australian Golf Magazine) and #72 inthe World, Golf Magazine.
GETTING THERE: Airport transfers are available for hire.
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Great Golf Resorts of the World on the Webwww.greatgolfresorts.com
As a companion resource to this Directory, we’ve set up the Great Golf Resorts of theWorld internet site. It provides you even more resources to explore our unique,world-class collection of properties. No matter where your itinerary will take youaround the globe, the site offers updated information and special features to help youin planning your travels.
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