Three Great Winter Golf Destinations
Just because your hometown golf course is buried under a layer of snow, that doesn’t mean you can’t break out your clubs for a few more rounds this winter. Golf courses in warmer climes offer more than just a reprieve from the chill; they can also provide challenges you may not find closer to home. If that sounds good to you, consider these destinations for this year’s golf trip.
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
South Carolina’s gentle subtropical climate, numerous lakes, and expansive pine forests, makes the state a great winter get-away spot. Add to that the three 18-hole courses at the world-famous Myrtle Beach National Golf Course and you’ve got one of America’s hottest spots for golfers. Myrtle Beach isn’t just for pros, though. Beginners can start out on the easier South Creek course. While you’re in the area, you might also want to take a trip up to North Carolina’s Pinehurst Golf Resort.
Orlando, Florida
The sun-warmed beaches, turquoise waters, and swaying palms of this vibrant city draw snowbirds from around the country. Here you can hit popular courses like the Eaglewood Golf Club, Orange Tree Golf Club, and Hawk’s Landing. Trying to perfect your game? Then head over to the Faldo Golf Institute where you can take part in courses, clinics, and weekend schools aimed at working out the kinks in your golf game.
Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale’s 30 golf courses make this unassuming dessert city a perfect destination for a winter golf vacation. Test your skill on the Continental Golf Course’s unusual hills or opt for a more relaxing game at the Silverado Golf club, set against the backdrop of the Camelback Mountains. If you’re taking an extended vacation, head on over to Phoenix, where you’ll find another 20-plus courses. The arid climate of both these cities also means less chance of rain than in the Carolinas or Florida.
Whether you’re dreaming of escaping to somewhere warm this winter or you just can’t wait for spring to get your hands on those clubs again, setting out for a little winter golf in milder climate can make the darker months of the year a lot brighter.
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