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The Alamo City, San Antonio loves its history. But don't for a second think this is a town stuck in the past. One of America's most vibrant cities, San Antonio's world-class attractions, dining, and of course golf, attract visitors from all over Texas, and beyond. It's a city with a rich golf legacy and a bright future anchored by heavyweight courses.
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Hawaii
They don't call Hawaii paradise for nothing, but better than that, there are several versions of it depending on which islands you visit. Each has its own climate and personality. You could spend a year exploring the islands and never run out of experiences or great golf.
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Ireland
The "Emerald Isle" is as enchanting of an island for a golf vacation as there is, home to scores of dramatic links on its rugged coastlines. Tours to Ireland couple links golf with unmistakable Irish hospitality, from guest houses to bed-and-breakfasts and luxury hotels. Natural wonders abound too, like the Giant's Causeway, Cliffs of Moor and Ring of Kerry. In Ireland, you're always around the corner from spectacular scenery.
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Las Vegas
The lights, the Strip, the excess, the action - that's Vegas, baby! It's all here. Golfers know that Las Vegas has become one of the most exciting golf vacation spots in the world because, just like the mega spots on the Strip, Las Vegas' golf courses have been raising the bar for years. Add to that the shows and meals prepared by some of the top chefs on the planet, and you've got a serious vacation in the making.
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Arizona
Perhaps the biggest misconception is that Arizona is nothing more than a large desert. And while the Sonoran Desert with its majestic saguaros certainly dominates the landscape, the Grand Canyon State offers so much more, including mountains, rivers, big-time sports, skiing and great golf.
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TravelGolf.com Spotlight
Pinehurst No. 8: Take dead aim on location of Pinehurst Resort's former gun club
Unlike the other seven semi-private courses at Pinehurst Resort, the No. 8 course doesn't afford members playing privileges. Built for the centennial of Pinehurst and opened in 1996, No. 8 is set on 450 acres of forest and wetlands and, most importantly, no residential development. It generally rates as the second most popular course at Pinehurst, Brandon Tucker writes.
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USA East
Pinehurst No. 8: Take dead aim on location of Pinehurst Resort's former gun club
Unlike the other seven semi-private courses at Pinehurst Resort, the No. 8 course doesn't afford members playing privileges. Built for the centennial of Pinehurst and opened in 1996, No. 8 is set on 450 acres of forest and wetlands and, most importantly, no residential development. It generally rates as the second most popular course at Pinehurst, Brandon Tucker writes.
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USA West
Peace, love and tranquility at La Costa Resort and Spa in Carlsbad, Calif.
The La Costa Resort and Spa boasts two solid 18-hole golf courses and a world-class tennis center. But the underlying mission at this playground for the rich and famous, it would seem, is well-being and relaxation. From the wellness center founded by physicians Deepak Chopra and David Simon, to the garden walkways, redesigned spa and many pools, La Costa is all about feeling good about you - and loving it.
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USA North
Bay Harbor Golf Club is still king in Northern Michigan
There are golf courses that, no matter the weather, no matter your mood, you look forward to playing. Bay Harbor Golf Club in Michigan's Boyne Resorts is one of those courses, Mike Bailey writes. It's been billed as the "Pebble Beach of the Midwest," but the comparison really isn't necessary.
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USA South
Photo gallery: AT&T Oaks Course at TPC San Antonio
TPC San Antonio's AT&T Oaks Course, designed by Greg Norman and player consultant Sergio Garcia, features narrow fairways and difficult green complexes, not to mention loads of large bunkers. The Oaks plays on gently rolling land, and there is less than 100 feet of difference between the high and low point of the course.
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- With his New Course at Grand Cypress Golf Club in Orlando, Nicklaus pays homage to the birthplace of golf
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USA Northeast
Think short to improve your golf game
After getting demolished by a big hitter at the Atunyote course at Turning Stone Resort in Verona, N.Y., TravelGolf.com columnist Katharine Dyson enrolled at The Dave Pelz Scoring Game Golf School to improve her short game. "My chipping? This was one of the more awkward shots I struggled with at school. Now it's becoming my money shot," she writes. "I still miss hit a few every round, but I'm doing it less and at least now I know why it happens and can focus on correcting the next shot."
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- Head to golf academy to get your game "unstuck"
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International
Golf links of southwest Ireland relish Stewart Cink's Open championship at Turnberry
Stewart Cink brought attention to Doonbeg and all of southwest Ireland with his pre-British Open stay in 2009. Cink vacationed and honed his skills on the links before carrying away the Claret Jug with a bit of Irish luck. Other pros may follow his lead soon. And if they do, the Irish links have plenty to offer, Brandon Tucker writes.
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