Courses and Travel

Bristling with anticipation: Bandon Dunes

I am making my first pilgrimage to the Bandon Dunes Golf Resort in Bandon, Ore. this Thursday. Like most first-time... Read more »

Golf in Costa Rica-La Iguana

La Iguana's namesake lizard watches play at No. 16

Bob Cullen

Playing golf on the La Iguana course in Playa Herradura, Costa Rica is like listening to a violin recital by... Read more »

Nevada’s Mesquite an Affordable Alternative Golf Destination

This is the look of golf in Mesquite, Nevada, typified by this shot at the Falcon Ridge course.

Jay Stuller

The golf industry’s marketing muscles are in full flex this time of year, as new gear is introduced and warm-weather... Read more »

Tiger Tour an expensive golfing vacation

James McAfee

While other golfers dream of a visit to Scotland and Ireland, two great places where I’ve already had a chance... Read more »

BOCA MAKES IT BETTER. MIZNER’S “VENICE OF THE ATLANTIC” IN SOUTH FLORIDA

Michael Patrick Shiels

The debate about the South Florida peninsula is ongoing: as a vacation spot – or potential retirement/second home option –... Read more »

Robert Trent Jones II and Affordable Public Golf

One of the most prolific designers in the history of golf course architecture, Robert Trent Jones II has in recent years championed the environment and affordable public golf.

Larry Olmsted

Few golf course architecture firms have as much global presence and notoriety as that of Robert Trent Jones II

Weather or Not…Best Laid Plans Laid to Rest

Wild mustang checks out the beach in Outer Banks, NC.

Janina Jacobs

With mid-October back-to-back trips planned to two great locales, the Outer Banks of North Carolina and Big Pine Key, home... Read more »

By the time I get to Mediterra, she’ll be rising

Stately bunkering is a Mediterra hallmark

Terry Moore

“Phoenix is a mythical sacred firebird which dies in flames and is reborn from the ashes.”–Wikipedia Unlike the Phoenix, The Club... Read more »

Olives, cattle, and golf–one course’s legal struggle with agrotourism recognition

How long will Trinitas remain open to public play?

Gabe Garcia

The story behind the creation of Trinitas Golf Club in Valley Springs, Calif. (22 miles east of Stockton) is as... Read more »

Oakland golf features unique courses at an affordable price

Gabe Garcia

In Scotland, the home of the game, public golf has been an important mainstay of community recreation. As an outdoor,... Read more »

Ahwatukee Golf Acquires Foothills Golf Course

Scott Kauffman

Phoenix, Ariz. – Ahwatukee Golf Properties recently announced the acquisition of The Foothills Golf Club. This latest acquisition marks the... Read more »

INSIDE COMMUNIST CUBA – The Forbidden Fruits of Havana

Michael Patrick Shiels

It wasn’t just the plate of caballo – roasted horse – sitting in front of me at El Patio, an... Read more »

Thai Smiles, Golf in Thailand

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James Mason

I remember as a kid picking up a copy of Golf Monthly and reading a review of the Rose Garden... Read more »

Miracle of Crystal Downs

Crystal Downs entrance......the road up to Heaven

Janina Jacobs

One of the most highly favored golf invitations comes from off the bluffs near the sleepy town of Frankfort, Michigan. ... Read more »

California’s Best Par-Three Course You Can Play – The Challenge at Monarch Dunes

Bob Fagan

Great scenery along with interesting architecture and shot values greet you on each of the twelve holes at The Challenge... Read more »