Golf vacation questions..... - The Orange Mane

PaintballCLE · 03-30-2010, 07:38 PM

I am thinking about taking a little vacation by myself for the SOLE purpose of hitting the links the entire time.

It will probably be for about 5 days (wed-sun) and am looking in the SC, FLA region.

here are a few questions for anyone who has taken golf vacations.

1. anny recommendations to where? Just going down for a few days.........not trying to break the bank......but i would like to be in a good area that has many different public courses nearby. Ive played the worlds best (firestone CC, Pebble beach, etc...) so i dont need it to be lavish since ive already done that.

2. Since ill be by myself.......I am assuing they are going to stick me with someone. which kinda sucks. But i know around here after the frist tee you can split up again and no one cares, but are courses in the prime locations like SC or FLA more strict?

3. And my most important one.......i used to be on the golf team in high school, and my fresh year in college......we used to play so many rounds it wasn't even funny. During the summer it was 45 holes every day during the week, and about 2000 range balls every day on the weekends. It was cool and it really did help me improve my game, but at the same time it started to take the fun out of it. So my question is this: Would you recommend getting as many rounds in as possible (maybe 54/day) though ihave done 72 in a day.........or just playing 18 and enjoying it a little more. I am kinda torn...part of me thinks i should make the most of my time down there, the other half says relax and enjoy it more. I haven't played a round in 18 months because of shoulder surgery and no golf in cleveland for 5 months outta the year. So i need all the practice i can get to get back into it before my outings start back up.

Just curious what you guys did, where, and how much golf.

Thanks

Dukes · 03-30-2010, 07:47 PM

Not sure how far west you'll be in FL, but Lost Key near Pensacola is a nice course. Not that expensive either, at least when I was there a few years ago.

GreatBronco16 · 03-30-2010, 08:22 PM

If you come through Alabama, you can try out Silver Lakes. It's a Robert Trent Jones course which has three, nine holes courses. Heartbreaker, Backbreaker and the Mindbender. It is one of the more fancy courses here in Bama, so I only play it about twice a year. But it is a very nice and competitive course.

Oh yeah, Silver lakes is located on U.S Highway 431 North/South(depending on which way you're coming from) in between Anniston and Gasden.

Bronco Boy · 03-30-2010, 08:33 PM

New Town, North Dakota

Blueflame · 03-31-2010, 01:41 AM

I recommend Christina Lake.... British Columbia. (not exactly the SC/FLA area though

)

Man-Goblin · 03-31-2010, 06:29 AM

Charleston, SC has awesome links in close proximity to the city, great food, weather, and a great atmosphere.

Garcia Bronco · 03-31-2010, 07:09 AM

Palm Springs and Myrtle Beach are good as well.

CEH · 03-31-2010, 07:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Garcia Bronco

Palm Springs and Myrtle Beach are good as well.

Myrtle is great for pure golf. You can choose courses from $40 to $150 depending on how much you are willing to pay

90 courses all within 45 minutes of downtown Myrtle

Irish Stout · 03-31-2010, 07:55 AM

My dad's friend did this last year:

http://www.omnihotels.com/FindAHotel...mitedGolf.aspx

He said it was a blast and great for the price. Said it was easy enough to be flexible in the afternoon that you could either play or not play your call. Said the par three course at night was real fun.

Not a bad deal, but I'm always skeptical until I've heard reports from more than one person.

PaintballCLE · 03-31-2010, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Irish McStout

My dad's friend did this last year:

http://www.omnihotels.com/FindAHotel...mitedGolf.aspx

He said it was a blast and great for the price. Said it was easy enough to be flexible in the afternoon that you could either play or not play your call. Said the par three course at night was real fun.

Not a bad deal, but I'm always skeptical until I've heard reports from more than one person.

wow for $139/night that seems like a cool deal........ill have to see if i can find someone else to go along. thanks!

Irish Stout · 03-31-2010, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by McBleed Orange and Blue

wow for $139/night that seems like a cool deal........ill have to see if i can find someone else to go along. thanks!

I'll go if you cover the $139/night!

rbackfactory80 · 03-31-2010, 02:16 PM

Hilton Head is great for golf. Many great courses and you should be able to split up if you chose. Oh and enjoy it, that means 36 a day. lol

Pony Boy · 03-31-2010, 03:37 PM

Baytowne Golf Club, Burnt Pine Golf Club, Raven Golf Club and The Links Course at SanDestin Resort in Destin Fl. Lot's of other courses in Destrin but I have always been able to get a get deal on a golf package online.
http://www.sandestin.com/Golfers.aspx

dsmoot · 03-31-2010, 06:21 PM

I have no desire to go anywhere else - world class golf - a fourth new course which will open soon and be the best yet - Bandon Dunes

It is true links golf, not some imitation that loosely uses the description. Much like playing in Scotland/Ireland without having to travel. It is all about golf. No carts, walking only. You are not rushed. Located right on the ocean amidst sand dunes.

azbroncfan · 03-31-2010, 09:58 PM

Arizona is hard to beat for golf. Price, options of courses, travel options and nightlife afterwards are probably as good as anywhere.

HAT · 03-31-2010, 11:21 PM

Never played in the Carolinas or Florida and I'm from the WC so I know this is biased....but:

Oregon Coast
Coachella Valley (Palm Springs)
Scottsdale
Vegas

Derger_Louis · 03-31-2010, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Great McBronco16

If you come through Alabama, you can try out Silver Lakes. It's a Robert Trent Jones course which has three, nine holes courses. Heartbreaker, Backbreaker and the Mindbender. It is one of the more fancy courses here in Bama, so I only play it about twice a year. But it is a very nice and competitive course.

Oh yeah, Silver lakes is located on U.S Highway 431 North/South(depending on which way you're coming from) in between Anniston and Gasden.

Very nice course! Do you ever play any of the other courses on the trail?

watermock · 04-01-2010, 01:28 AM

03-30-2010, 07:38 PM	#1
PaintballCLE INFLITRATE ENEMY LINES Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Cleveland, Oh Posts: 3,236	Golf vacation questions..... I am thinking about taking a little vacation by myself for the SOLE purpose of hitting the links the entire time. It will probably be for about 5 days (wed-sun) and am looking in the SC, FLA region. here are a few questions for anyone who has taken golf vacations. 1. anny recommendations to where? Just going down for a few days.........not trying to break the bank......but i would like to be in a good area that has many different public courses nearby. Ive played the worlds best (firestone CC, Pebble beach, etc...) so i dont need it to be lavish since ive already done that. 2. Since ill be by myself.......I am assuing they are going to stick me with someone. which kinda sucks. But i know around here after the frist tee you can split up again and no one cares, but are courses in the prime locations like SC or FLA more strict? 3. And my most important one.......i used to be on the golf team in high school, and my fresh year in college......we used to play so many rounds it wasn't even funny. During the summer it was 45 holes every day during the week, and about 2000 range balls every day on the weekends. It was cool and it really did help me improve my game, but at the same time it started to take the fun out of it. So my question is this: Would you recommend getting as many rounds in as possible (maybe 54/day) though ihave done 72 in a day.........or just playing 18 and enjoying it a little more. I am kinda torn...part of me thinks i should make the most of my time down there, the other half says relax and enjoy it more. I haven't played a round in 18 months because of shoulder surgery and no golf in cleveland for 5 months outta the year. So i need all the practice i can get to get back into it before my outings start back up. Just curious what you guys did, where, and how much golf. Thanks

03-31-2010, 06:21 PM	#14
dsmoot Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 1,608	I have no desire to go anywhere else - world class golf - a fourth new course which will open soon and be the best yet - Bandon Dunes It is true links golf, not some imitation that loosely uses the description. Much like playing in Scotland/Ireland without having to travel. It is all about golf. No carts, walking only. You are not rushed. Located right on the ocean amidst sand dunes. Last edited by dsmoot; 03-31-2010 at 06:23 PM..

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03-30-2010, 07:47 PM	#2
Dukes Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 6,317	Not sure how far west you'll be in FL, but Lost Key near Pensacola is a nice course. Not that expensive either, at least when I was there a few years ago.

03-30-2010, 08:22 PM	#3
GreatBronco16 !!!TEAM!!! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Bama Baby Posts: 5,847 Adopt-a-Bronco: The Defense	If you come through Alabama, you can try out Silver Lakes. It's a Robert Trent Jones course which has three, nine holes courses. Heartbreaker, Backbreaker and the Mindbender. It is one of the more fancy courses here in Bama, so I only play it about twice a year. But it is a very nice and competitive course. Oh yeah, Silver lakes is located on U.S Highway 431 North/South(depending on which way you're coming from) in between Anniston and Gasden.

03-30-2010, 08:33 PM	#4
Bronco Boy Avid Ambien Abuser It all makes so much sense! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Queens, NY Posts: 1,901 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eric Decker	New Town, North Dakota

03-31-2010, 01:41 AM	#5
Blueflame Miss Congeniality Welcome to Peyton's Place Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: in my cups... lol Posts: 33,038 Adopt-a-Bronco: Randy Gradishar	I recommend Christina Lake.... British Columbia. (not exactly the SC/FLA area though )

03-31-2010, 06:29 AM	#6
Man-Goblin Giving You The Business Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Huntersville, NC Posts: 5,589 Adopt-a-Bronco: Woodyard	Charleston, SC has awesome links in close proximity to the city, great food, weather, and a great atmosphere.

03-31-2010, 07:09 AM	#7
Garcia Bronco Hokie since 1993 Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 45,991 Adopt-a-Bronco: Tom Jackson	Palm Springs and Myrtle Beach are good as well.

03-31-2010, 07:55 AM	#9
Irish Stout Ring of Famer Run for it Marty! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 2,804 Adopt-a-Bronco: Wesley Woodyard	My dad's friend did this last year: http://www.omnihotels.com/FindAHotel...mitedGolf.aspx He said it was a blast and great for the price. Said it was easy enough to be flexible in the afternoon that you could either play or not play your call. Said the par three course at night was real fun. Not a bad deal, but I'm always skeptical until I've heard reports from more than one person.

03-31-2010, 02:16 PM	#12
rbackfactory80 Ring of Famer Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: New York Posts: 4,614	Hilton Head is great for golf. Many great courses and you should be able to split up if you chose. Oh and enjoy it, that means 36 a day. lol

03-31-2010, 03:37 PM	#13
Pony Boy "Whoa Nellie" Rub some dirt on it Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 6,311 Adopt-a-Bronco: mellon head	Baytowne Golf Club, Burnt Pine Golf Club, Raven Golf Club and The Links Course at SanDestin Resort in Destin Fl. Lot's of other courses in Destrin but I have always been able to get a get deal on a golf package online. http://www.sandestin.com/Golfers.aspx

03-31-2010, 09:58 PM	#15
azbroncfan Ring of Famer Angry guntoting,meateating AMERICAN Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Scottsdale Posts: 8,669 Adopt-a-Bronco: TEBOW	Arizona is hard to beat for golf. Price, options of courses, travel options and nightlife afterwards are probably as good as anywhere.

03-31-2010, 11:21 PM	#16
HAT I think, therefore I ham. Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 5,718 Adopt-a-Bronco: Adam Weber	Never played in the Carolinas or Florida and I'm from the WC so I know this is biased....but: Oregon Coast Coachella Valley (Palm Springs) Scottsdale Vegas

04-01-2010, 01:28 AM	#18
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