One of North America’s most prominent golf destinations earns high praise from golfers.
Boyne Golf has been recognized by USA Today as No. 1 among USA Today’s 10 BEST Golf Destinations in the U.S. for a golf getaway. In addition, The Highlands was ranked No. 2 in USA Today’s 10 BEST Golf Resort category.
“It’s an honor to be recognized by USA Today 10BEST, alongside some of the best golf destinations in the country,” said Josh Richter, PGA, Senior Vice President of Golf Operations for BOYNE Golf. “To be ranked No. 1 among these great destinations is a testament to our BOYNE Golf teams from golf professionals, agronomy, lodging, and food and beverage who ensure that our guests have the best golf experience when visiting BOYNE Golf.”
For almost 60 years, BOYNE Golf has been a leader in destination golf. With the addition this summer of the new Doon Brae, it now encompasses 11 courses at three resort properties. Complementing the award-winning golf product are its premier lodging, the Inn at Bay Harbor, located along the scenic shores of Lake Michigan, the beautiful Mountain Grand Lodge and Chalet Edelweiss at Boyne Mountain, and the Main Lodge at The Highlands, which has been transformed into a high-end boutique hotel reminiscent of an English country estate with Scottish Highlands charm.
“Having The Highlands ranked No.2 among all the great golf resorts in the survey is a credit to the combination of luxury lodging, great championship golf, and service,” said Mike Chumbler, President and General Manager at The Highlands. “The resort’s significant investment into the Main Lodge renovations, combined with our ongoing golf course renovations, has elevated the guest experience, which contributed greatly to the overall No.1 ranking for BOYNE Golf.”
With five courses, The Highlands offers a perfect golf experience. In June the new short course, Doon Brae, located behind The Highlands Main Lodge at the base of the ski hill, will open for play.
In Scottish, Doon means going down into a valley, and Brae means steep bank or hillside, thus Doon Brae is a fitting name for the new par-3 course. Other courses at The Highlands include The Heather, The Arthur Hills course, The Moor, and the Donald Ross Memorial.
The USA Today 10 BEST Golf Destinations and Resorts were carefully curated by a panel of subject matter experts and USA TODAY 10 Best editors before being voted on by the public.
According to USA Today,
“Golfers are always ready, if not eager, to check their bags and hop aboard a plane for a round in a beautiful place. And the U.S. is filled with course-rich destinations that beckon golfers to enjoy the sport while surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, such as these 20 spots that have been nominated by an expert panel as the best golf destinations in the country, Beyond the greens, these locales are brimming with luxurious accommodations, gourmet dining spots, and other outdoor recreation opportunities, making them well-rounded getaway spots.”
USA Today also said about the top resorts,
“Golf resorts provide the perfect blend of luxury, relaxation, and sport — all wrapped up in one stunning and convenient spot. These 10 resorts — nominated by an expert panel and voted by readers as the best in the U.S. — have at least one standout 18-hole course, provide top-notch accommodations and amenities, and offer delicious dining options. They also offer a range of other activities so that the non-golfers along for the getaway have plenty to enjoy, as well.”
To check this award-winning golf destination and resort for yourself visit BOYNEGolf.com.
