The newly opened Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain outside Tucson, Ariz., is offering an unlimited golf vacation package.
Given that it’s the time of year when many of you are thinking about, or actively planning, golf vacations (and you likely have a long weekend coming up to devote to it), today I thought I’d simply let you know about some of the better golf vacation packages and special offers that I’ve come across.
As you’ll see, there’s something unique or compelling about each of these golf vacation packages and offers, whether it’s reduced prices, unlimited golf, ultra-convenience, private course access…or a combination of all of the above.
You might not see all of these golf packages listed on their respective websites, but trust me, they’re available.
Tucson, Arizona (unlimited golf)
The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain, which opened four days ago, is offering unlimited golf on its three, nine-hole, Jack Nicklaus Signature golf courses: Wild Burro, Saguaro, and Tortolita. The latter two host the WGC – Accenture Match Play Championship on February 15, 2010. The package also includes the use of the practice facilities, overnight valet parking, and a golf cart. Prices start at $399 per night for one player, $519 for two players (plus tax). Valid through June 1, 2010.
For more info: ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/DoveMountain
Seaside, Florida (private course access)
The WaterColor Inn, located in the panhandle between Pensacola and Panama City, is offering a “Tee-riffic Golf Getaway” that includes one night’s lodging, continental breakfast, and a round of golf at the private Camp Creek or Shark’s Tooth golf courses for $245 per room on weekdays and $295 on weekends.
For more info: watercolorresort.com
The WaterColor Inn's golf package provides access to top private golf courses.
Kinsale, Ireland (breathtaking links golf at a reduced price)
Old Head Golf Links is reducing next year’s green fee by €95 to €200 per round. Golf package rates have also been reduced. They now start at €350 per golfer for one night’s lodging in Old Head’s luxury suites, breakfast, and two rounds of golf.
For more info: oldhead.com
Prices have been reduced on golf packages at Old Head Golf Links.
Kohler, Wisconsin (reduced price at Midwestern mecca)
The American Club is temporarily discounting its 2010 Summer Golf package. Golfers receive one night’s B & B at the American Club, one round at the Straits, Irish, or Blackwolf Run courses, and cart or caddie (caddie gratuity is extra) for $299 per person per night (double occupancy) for Blackwolf Run, $331 for the Irish Course, and $467 for the Straits on the weekends. Golfers also are entitled to complimentary replay rounds on the Irish or Blackwolf Run courses based on availability.
For more info: destinationkohler.com
Golf Packages at the American Club/Kohler have been reduced for 2010 (Whistling Straits' Irish Course pictured).
Tampa, Florida (the ultimate in convenience)
Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club’s “No Issues” offer includes an afternoon round of golf on any of Innisbrook’s four layouts (including Copperhead, a PGA Tour venue), complimentary club rental and golf shoes, and two sleeves of golf balls. Green fees range from $75 to $125 depending on the course and the season.
For more info: innisbrookgolfresort.com
Clubs, shoes, and balls are provided as part of Innisbrook Resort's ultra-convenient, "No Issues" golf package.
By the way, if you want to read full, unbiased reviews and expert recommendations about visiting any of the golf courses and resorts above, you’ll find them in Golf Odyssey’s easily searchable online archive (Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain is coming up). If you’re not already a subscriber, you can still gain limited-time access to these reviews by taking a free trial here.
Have you come across any other particularly good golf vacation packages? Leave a comment below and I’ll share the best of the best in an upcoming post.
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Love your website.
Thank you, Roy. Love your efficient use of the English language. Made my day.
Great photo of Old Head Golf Course. Old Head is one of the premier golfing destinations for our clients. We would be glad to assist any of your readers with preferred tee times or other Irish Golfing arrangements. Old head Golf course is one that should be on all golfers’ bucket lists. Rick at irishgolfvacations.net
I have two deals to mention to you. 1) At Pinehurst Resort now til mid Feb. 2010 I think, you can stay at the Carolina Hotel, get a great buffet breakfast and a round of golf on Course # 2 for $222. Now that’s a deal, I think it is with double occpancy. 2) the “Glens Package” includes play on Heather Glen, Shaftsberry Glen and Glen Dornach all in the North Mrytle Beach area. With package price (which of course varies depending on the season) you get a free 18 hole replay each day on the course you are playing with advanced booked 2nd round tee times. We are going in Jan. 2010 and while we will not get in 36 holes per day it is still a great deal for $262 which includes condos at the Heather Glens course. I booked mine with golfdog.com.
Thanks, JC! I think we wrote about both of these packages in the past, although at the time, the Pinehurst package was $252, not $222. Our opinion of the “Glens Package” in Myrtle Beach is here.
If you only have one golf course to play the rest of your life, OLD HEAD in Kinsale Ireland, is the one. Every hole has some view of the ocean….unbelievable. Ya gotta play it at least once…
Played Dove Mountain in late November. Very nice, however, you may want to check and see if ALL THREE courses will be available. The staff told us that they were letting the fairways on Wild Burro grow without any greenkeeping/care for a few months due to extremely low frequency of play. They will continue usual care of the greens. Wonderful setting, beautiful views and sunsets, and typical “Ritz-style” comfort and service. I do plan to go back……….
Hi, just discovered your site and loving it so far! Question: Have you guys ever done a piece on Australian golfing holidays? I’m thinking specifically around the Melbourne, Aus region.
Cheers!
Thank you! Yes, we’ve covered Australia (Tazmania!) and New Zealand in the past and there’s more to come. You can find these posts here.
Great site! Have been searching resorts near Austin , San Antonio and although I’m not cheap my wife is. Alright she’s “frugal”, Is there a resort in the area that won’t make my wife grab her purse? Looking at a 3-5 day stay and play. We are there a week ahead of a group golfers coming to Texas from Winnipeg for another golf package. Would love to try a resort once. Thanks.
Have you considered the Hyatt Lost Pines and its Wolfdancer Golf Club? Search our site for “wolfdancer” and you’ll find sources of info and advice.
I played Old Head last May. The published rate was something way over 200 Euros, but we had heard they were discounting and folks were paying 75 Euros. We arrived at the course negotiated with the concierage and we DID play for 75 Euros. This is a must play course!!!!!!!