By Tim McDonald OK, maybe you've heard of some of these courses, but compared to Florida's famous golf resorts, these qualify as hidden gems. Most golfers, even many of those living in the four corners of the earth, have heard of Florida resorts like Doral and TPC Sawgrass, for example, but that's…
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From the historical Bobby Jones courses in Sarasota to the original home of the PGA in Dunedin, Florida’s municipal golf course offer a variety of challenges and venues. Boasting such “designer labels” as Donald Ross, Arthur Hills and Dick Wilson, municipal golf courses are a true Florida…
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By Chris King When people think of Daytona Beach, their minds naturally turn to the DAYTONA 500 and the World’s Most Famous Beach, iconic attractions that have made the area an international travel destination. While speed and surf will continue to be headliners, savvy golfers have come to see…
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By Carling Nolan We recently finished up the PGA’s Florida swing of tournaments at some of the longest golf courses you can find in the state. PGA National, Trump National Doral, Innisbrook, and Bay Hill played over 7,000 yards for the professionals. This got me thinking… where is the longest…
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By John Schwarb Hammock Bay Golf and Country Club is one of Southwest Florida’s most enjoyable and memorable courses, framed by live oaks and rolling dunes up to 30 feet high. Its Paspalum turfgrass provides great playing conditions year-round, and 7,080-yard back tees challenge the most avid…
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By Tim McDonald This is one of the more difficult lists I've had to research because Florida has so many world-class resorts which offer both golf and spa services. I've tried to emphasize both equally, But, enough of me whining, here are five Florida great golf and spa resorts. Ritz-Carlton…
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By Tim McDonald It's been a little rainy in my neck of the Florida woods, and thus I haven't been able to get in my golf fix as much as usual. And of course, holiday commitments keep getting in the way. No worries, at least for those of you who near a virtual golf simulator. These things are…
Read MoreBy Stephen Kubiak Enjoy miniature golf while visiting Universal CityWalk at the Universal Orlando Resort. Orlando is home to many great miniature golf courses, but none of them are quite like this. Located at Universal CityWalk at the Universal Orlando Resort is Hollywood Drive-In Golf, 36 holes…
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Here's a handy guide to some great public golf courses in the the Sunshine State. By Kevin Kenney From Key West to Pensacola, Florida occupies 54,253 square miles of diverse topography, making the state a great place for golfers with varied tastes. From the windswept, low-lying coastal areas in…
Read MoreBy John Schwarb A friend once asked me where I’d play in Florida if I was allowed just one round. Tough question. Dangerous question. Didn’t want to sell short the many top-shelf courses I’ve played around the state. But I answered. Give me one final round in Florida and there’s a good chance…
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