Golf Trip Guides

Travel-specific guides for planning where to go, where to stay and how to organise the golf. For swing, etiquette and playing advice, see Golf Tips & Guides.

• Golf Resorts for Groups: How to Choose OneBooking for a group is a different exercise than booking for a couple or a solo trip. Here's the checklist that actually matters.2 min read
• Golf Resorts in IrelandIreland pairs dramatic Atlantic links with sheltered parkland courses, often within the same day's drive. Here's how the regions and seasons break down.3 min read
• Golf Resorts in PortugalThe Algarve anchors Portugal's golf scene, but Lisbon's coast and Madeira's cliffside courses round out a country built for near year-round play.3 min read
• Golf Resorts in SpainSpain's 'Costa del Golf' is only the start — Costa Brava, the Canaries, and Valencia each offer a different golf climate and course character.3 min read
• Golf Resorts in South AfricaSouth Africa combines championship golf with wildlife and wine country in a way few destinations can match — here's how to structure the trip.3 min read
• Golf Resorts in Dubai and the UAEDesert golf in the UAE runs on a tight seasonal window and a lot of floodlights. Here's how to plan around both.3 min read
• Golf Resorts in ThailandThailand pairs affordable, caddie-included golf with a real monsoon calendar to plan around.3 min read
• Golf Resorts in JapanJapanese golf runs on its own customs — a lunch break mid-round, strict club culture, and real regional seasons.3 min read
• Golf Resorts in CanadaCanada's golf season is short but its range is wide — mountain golf in Alberta, coastal links in Nova Scotia, lake country in Ontario.3 min read
• What Is Included in a Golf Vacation?Package listings rarely spell out every line item. Here's what's usually bundled in a golf vacation, and what almost always costs extra.2 min read
• How Many Rounds Should You Play on a Golf Trip?More rounds isn't automatically a better trip. Here's how to right-size your golf schedule to the group, the legs, and the length of the stay.2 min read
• How to Plan a Luxury Golf VacationLuxury golf travel isn't just a bigger budget. It's what that budget buys: access, time, and fewer logistics to manage yourself.2 min read
• How to Plan an International Golf TripInternational golf trips add a layer of logistics domestic trips don't have. Here's the checklist that keeps them from tripping you up.2 min read
• Golf Resorts in Punta CanaPunta Cana pairs all-inclusive beach resorts with a handful of genuinely strong golf courses, making it one of the easiest warm-weather golf trips to plan from North America.3 min read
• Golf Resorts in the Dominican RepublicThe Dominican Republic offers two distinct golf trips within one country — the resort-dense east coast around Punta Cana, and the more golf-focused La Romana area.2 min read
• Golf Resorts in MexicoMexico's golf resort scene is concentrated on two Pacific coasts — the desert-meets-ocean courses of Los Cabos and the jungle-and-beach layouts of Riviera Nayarit.2 min read
• Golf Resorts in Los CabosLos Cabos packs a dense cluster of desert-and-ocean courses into a compact stretch of Baja California Sur, making it one of the easiest multi-course golf trips in North America.2 min read
• Golf Resorts in the Riviera MayaThe Riviera Maya's golf scene sits inside its all-inclusive Caribbean coast resorts, offering a lower-key, beach-first alternative to Mexico's Pacific golf destinations.2 min read
• Golf Resorts in ScottsdaleScottsdale pairs desert scenery with resort golf and a long dry season. Here's how to think about timing, course styles, and where to base yourself.3 min read
• Golf Resorts in Myrtle BeachMyrtle Beach is built around volume golf and stay-and-play packages rather than single marquee resorts. Here's how the market actually works.2 min read
• Golf Resorts in HawaiiHawaii golf means dramatic lava-field and oceanfront courses at a premium price. Here's how the Kohala Coast fits into a realistic trip plan.2 min read
• Golf Resorts in FloridaFlorida isn't one golf destination but several, each with a different character. Here's how Orlando, Naples, Palm Beach, and Tampa compare.3 min read
• Golf Resorts in CaliforniaCalifornia's golf resorts split into three distinct regions with very different climates and course styles. Here's how to pick between them.3 min read
• Golf Resorts in ScotlandFrom the Old Course to Turnberry's cliffs, Scotland's resorts pair historic links golf with modern comfort. Here's how to plan a trip that actually works.3 min read
• How Much Does a Golf Trip Cost?A look at the main cost categories in a golf trip and how they interact, without made-up price figures.2 min read
• How to Choose a Golf ResortA practical checklist for comparing golf resorts based on what matters for your group and goals.2 min read
• Golf Trips for BeginnersAdvice for newer golfers planning their first golf trip, focused on enjoying the experience rather than the score.2 min read
• Golf Trips with FriendsPractical tips for organizing a golf trip with friends, covering planning, costs, and group dynamics.2 min read
• Affordable Golf VacationsPractical strategies for keeping golf vacation costs down while still playing courses you will enjoy.2 min read
• Golf Weekend GetawaysTips for planning an efficient, enjoyable golf weekend when you only have two or three days to work with.2 min read
• What Luxury Golf Resorts Actually OfferAn honest overview of the features that typically distinguish higher-end golf resorts from standard properties.2 min read
• All-Inclusive Golf Resorts ExplainedA plain explanation of how all-inclusive golf resort pricing generally works and what to check before you book.2 min read
• Stay-and-Play Golf Packages ExplainedA clear explanation of how stay-and-play golf packages work and what to look for when comparing them.2 min read
• Best Time of Year for a Golf TripGeneral guidance on how season affects golf trip conditions, pricing, and crowds across different types of destinations.2 min read
• Golf Trips for CouplesIdeas for balancing golf and shared time on a couples trip, whether one or both partners play.2 min read
• How to Plan a Golf TripA clear framework for turning a vague idea of a golf trip into a real, booked itinerary.2 min read