This Week at TravelGolf.com: March 16, 2004

It's a great day when the travel golfer can play one of the best golf courses in the world, but two in one week? Senior writer David R. Holland, GolfCalifornia.com's initial staff writer six years ago, recently had the good fortune to play both Pebble Beach and Cypress Point.

Cypress Point, one of the most exclusive private clubs in the world, is a rare invitation. If a country club member asks for reciprocal play, his phone call will not be returned. Look for Holland's historical feature about the Alister MacKenzie gem soon. Also during his week in Monterey, Holland helped Bayonet celebrate its 50th birthday and managed to play both Poppy Hills and the new Jack Nicklaus private club Pasadera.

While we all live vicariously through Holland this week, be sure to check out our usual full roster of reviews and travel features, plus our new column by contributing writer Shane Sharp on the PGA Tour. As always, your comments are welcome on any topic. Have a great week.

Unmatched scenery
at Pebble Beach

For the novice, Pebble Beach Golf Links is tough. There are constant distractions from the scenery -- beautiful vistas in every direction, Monterey cypress trees, and emerald-green fairways. The rounds can be six hours long and the $380 greens fee is way too high. But if you get the chance, do whatever you can to play one of the best courses you'll ever find.

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Golf bags going light

Lightweight is the buzz word for the next generation of golf bags. Stand and carry bags are coming with more organization and ease of access for the golfers. Callaway, Nike and Titleist all are getting into the game with new models, and that's good for the consumers. We'll review three of the better ones on the market and predict what the future holds for 2004.

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March Madness golf gorges

From Carolina to San Antone, from Vegas to Biloxi, from Austin to Gulfport, there are plenty of places to play good quality golf and still catch all the action on the hardcourt. It's the time of year when those who chase the little white ball turn their attention to the roundballers. But one doesn't have to live in isolation from the other. Here's where to find the hottest places to get the best of both worlds.

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