Columnist: Z Golf Travel
Three Must-Play Myrtle Beach Courses
By Len Ziehm Myrtle Beach has been South Carolina’s golf hotbed for many years. We have visited several times over the past 13 years, but our latest visit was a bit different. Our travel writing itinerary called for stops at three courses, Caledonia Golf & Fish Club, World Tour Golf Links and the Love […]
Pinehurst ‘The Home of American Golf’ Continues to Expand
By Brad King Calling these “the best of times” around the Pinehurst, Southern Pines and Aberdeen area of North Carolina might seem like it’s saying a lot, but sometimes the shoe simply fits. Just take a look at everything that is currently happening around the ‘Home of American Golf.’ Pine Needles Lodge […]
A-Ga-Ming Stakes Its Claim As A Top Michigan Golf Destination
By Len Ziehm Located just east of Grand Traverse Bay, along the shores of Torch Lake, the A-Ga-Ming Resort features four courses, Sundance, Charlevoix, Antrim Dells and the Torch. Each with its own history. It has grown to become a very popular Michigan golfing destination. As young Central Michigan alumni, Mike Brown and Larry […]
Golf’s Beloved & Beautiful Badlands of Birmingham
By Mike May One of the must-play venues on Alabama’s Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail (RTJ), is the Ridge Course at Oxmoor Valley, just outside Birmingham. It will provide a fair and thorough examination of your entire golf game and physical fitness. The Ridge was designed based on what Mother Nature provided and […]
Treetops Is One of the Premier Resorts in Northern Michigan
Treetops Resort has a rich history that began in 1983 when Harry Melling, the owner of a successful automotive parts manufacturing business in Jackson, purchased the property, called Sylvan Knob. He loved northern Michigan and had a vision to turn the small ski hill, with modest beginnings, into a grand ski resort. Winter skiing in […]
BOYNE GOLF: WHERE GOLFERS GATHER FOR GREAT GOLF & MORE
By Mike May Golfers dream about playing Pebble Beach, hope to play St. Andrews, and pray for the chance to play Augusta National. Those dreams, hopes, and prayers may never come true, but every golfer who craves a classic golf getaway should visit northern Michigan to play all Magnificent 10 courses at BOYNE Resort. Located […]
Mississippi Gulf Coast Offers Something For Everyone
By Fred Altvater I can safely report that golf opportunities in Mississippi are abundant and enjoyable. On a recent trip to the Magnolia State, we were able to visit several top golf courses and resorts that would make any buddies trip, girls golf getaway, or family vacation the best ever. This was not my first […]
Pearl River Resort & Jackson Mississippi Offer Great Travel Adventures
By Tim Corser, 517.Golf Pearl River Resort and Dancing Rabbit What if I told you that you could play Augusta National, without actually being in Augusta? In the heart of Mississippi awaits a legendary experience with two beautiful eighteen-hole golf courses designed by Tom Fazio and Jerry Pate. Commonly referred to as […]
Wisconsin’s Sand Valley Continues to Grow & Impress
By Len Ziehm Sand Valley’s two 18-hole championship courses, Sand Valley and Mammoth Dunes, are lauded by every golfer making the trek to the middle of Wisconsin. However, when we asked some of the locals to pick their favorite course they didn’t hesitate to go in another direction. The Sandbox was the overwhelming favorite. The […]
You Really Need to Visit Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, Alabama
By Fred Altvater If you haven’t been to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach lately, you are missing one of the premier vacation destinations in the country. Beautiful white sandy beaches, a fantastic collection of affordable golf and the best dining experiences you will ever sink your teeth into. We have made several trips to the […]