Golf Getaways
Where can I go for a golf weekend?
- Palm Springs, California — sunny weather, great courses, and easy weekend vibes without a huge splurge.
- Orlando, Florida — tons of golf options, resort stays, and solid value for mid-range budgets.
- Scottsdale, Arizona — beautiful desert courses, lively dining, and a strong mix of price points.
- Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — golf with ocean views, all-in-one resort convenience, and good value internationally.
- St. Andrews, Scotland — the ultimate golf bucket-list trip with legendary courses and classic charm.
How do I keep a golf getaway affordable?
- Choose a destination with several public courses so you can shop around instead of paying resort-only prices.
- Book your trip around value days like weekdays, twilight tee times, or shoulder season travel.
- Stay somewhere central and simple, so you spend less on hotels and more of your budget on golf.
- Split the trip with lower-cost rounds and save the splurge for one signature course.
- Look for golf-and-stay packages that bundle lodging and tee times for better overall value.
What are must-do golf activities?
- Play a signature course — make one round the highlight of the trip.
- Book a sunset or twilight tee time — great value and an easygoing finish to the day.
- Hit the practice range or short game area — warm up, sharpen your game, and enjoy extra time at the club.
- Enjoy a good clubhouse meal or 19th-hole hangout — half the fun is relaxing after the round.
- Explore the local scene — whether it is beaches, breweries, restaurants, or nightlife, add something beyond golf.
The Best Resorts for Improving Your Golf Game
Looking to improve your golf game? There’s no better way to work on your handicap than spend some quality time on some quality greens, and planning a golf getaway is the best way to gain a deeper understanding of the sport you love. Enjoy stunningly landscaped courses with top-of-the-line rental equipment and luxury spa facilities—and maybe get a tip or two from an on-site pro—at one of the following golf resorts. A trip to any of the destinations below is sure to get you back into the swing of things.
The Lodge at Torrey Pines—La Jolla, California
Trying your hand at California’s legendary Torrey Pines golf course is a great way to get your head back in the game, and this retro-chic resort is a great place to stay when you do. Bring the whole family along and explore the sprawling nature reserve right next door.
Four Seasons Punta Mita—Nayarit, Mexico
For the Zen golfer, let the soothing sounds of nearby waves ease your mind for the perfect putt. This coastal beauty of a resort, with two Jack Nicklaus designed courses—not to mention seaside activities worth bringing the family along for—will take you there.
The Farm at Cape Kidnappers—Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
Plan your stay at this rustic and luxurious resort, then take in the breathtaking coastal views from the greens of Cape Kidnappers golf course. You’ll be in New Zealand wine country, so touring the local wineries is also a must.
The Breakers Palm Beach—Palm Beach, Florida
Decadent, amenity-rich, and sporting two unique courses, The Breakers Palm Beach is world-renowned for a reason. If being more relaxed is essential to your game, a stay at this palatial resort will be sure to improve your game in no time.
The Gleneagles Hotel—Perthshire, Scotland
With a spa and golf academy on site, you can learn everything there is to know about improving your game—then wind down with a massage or a rejuvenating soak. And with plenty of alternate sporting options, you may leave with a newfound love of tennis.
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