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Tee Off at the World’s Best Golf Resorts
by Tiffany TangIf the winning combination of world-class courses and accommodations, sound like a hole-in-one, we’ve got you covered with a roundup of the world’s best golf resorts. We’ll see you on the green.
Tee Off at the World’s Best Golf Resorts
Laid out so that you make the most of those stunning ocean views, the par 72 championship course at The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs is on most golfers’ bucket list for good reason. In addition to one of the best golf courses in the world, this North Island wonder boasts a heated outdoor infinity pool, tennis courts and panoramic views of the golf course from every room.
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Considered one of the finest golf resorts in the Caribbean, Casa de Campo’s three championship courses are the work of designer Pete Dye. The best part? This first-class golfing destination is also one of the world’s most well-rounded, meaning this luxury retreat is perfect for families looking for something for everyone.
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Jack Nicklaus’s first design in Hawaii does not disappoint with many considering the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka’upulehu one of the most beautiful and challenging courses in the world. Due to its unique location on Hawaii’s Big Island, this 18-hole course weaves through different landscapes including volcanic terrain, dramatic ocean views and finally a private beach.
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Set along the peerless backdrop of the Pacific Ocean, this Orange County favorite offers world-class golf and friendly service. Legendary designer Robert Trent Jones Jr. modeled this award-winning golf course after traditional Scottish links and ensured a variety of terrain to entice all skill levels. Afterward, book a treatment at the Miraval Life in Balance Spa—it’s one of the best on the continent.
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One of the highest-rated getaways south of the U.S. border, One&Only Palmilla is legendary with 27 Jack Nicklaus-designed holes weaving in and around cacti and overlooking the Sea of Cortez. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, enjoy authentic Mexican farm-to-table cuisine or chow down on Michelin-starred chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s newest creations at his refined steak and seafood restaurant.
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Home to Florida’s oldest course, this grand dame recently saw a full-scale renovation by Rees Jones in late 2018, meaning the iconic Ocean Course is back and better than ever. Also notable, the on-site John Webster Golf Academy boasts a world-class team, two championship courses and a golf curriculum that’s guaranteed to bring your game to the next level.
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Set deep in the Canadian Rockies, this mountain golf course in the spectacular Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge opened in 1925 and has been one of Canada’s premiere golf courses since then. With a rugged design by Canadian master Stanley Thompson, this 18-hole course is considered one of the most wildly beautiful courses in the world. When coming through Alberta, this is a must-play course in the True North.
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Set in the rolling pastures and woodland of Ireland’s sunny South East, the Jack Nicklaus-designed course at Mount Juliet has been praised by golfing legend Tiger Woods as “one of the best greens we’ve putted on all year”. Try it out for yourself and if you’re not too tired after the game, there’s an on-site equestrian center, health club, archery and falconry.
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With views this stunning, you’ll need to remind yourself to keep your eye on the ball at the beautiful Resort at Pelican Hill. Players of every skill level will have fun on both world-class courses. A team of seasoned PGA professionals are on hand at the golf academy for anyone looking to take their game to new heights. Post-game, relax in one of the Coliseum Pool’s luxurious cabanas and fuel up with delicious Californian fare straight from the grill.
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With an abundance of East Coast charm, the elegant Fox Harb’r Resort is a Nova Scotian landmark for good reason. A true golf resort, golf here is more than just a pastime, it’s a way of life. A Graham Cooke-designed championship course continually wins awards as one of the top-rated courses in North America. A no-less-daunting Par-3 short course is available for when time is limited.
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Laid out so that you make the most of those stunning ocean views, the par 72 championship course at The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs is on most golfers’ bucket list for good reason. In addition to one of the best golf courses in the world, this North Island wonder boasts a heated outdoor infinity pool, tennis courts and panoramic views of the golf course from every room.
VIEW HOTELConsidered one of the finest golf resorts in the Caribbean, Casa de Campo’s three championship courses are the work of designer Pete Dye. The best part? This first-class golfing destination is also one of the world’s most well-rounded, meaning this luxury retreat is perfect for families looking for something for everyone.
VIEW HOTELJack Nicklaus’s first design in Hawaii does not disappoint with many considering the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka’upulehu one of the most beautiful and challenging courses in the world. Due to its unique location on Hawaii’s Big Island, this 18-hole course weaves through different landscapes including volcanic terrain, dramatic ocean views and finally a private beach.
VIEW HOTELSet along the peerless backdrop of the Pacific Ocean, this Orange County favorite offers world-class golf and friendly service. Legendary designer Robert Trent Jones Jr. modeled this award-winning golf course after traditional Scottish links and ensured a variety of terrain to entice all skill levels. Afterward, book a treatment at the Miraval Life in Balance Spa—it’s one of the best on the continent.
VIEW HOTELOne of the highest-rated getaways south of the U.S. border, One&Only Palmilla is legendary with 27 Jack Nicklaus-designed holes weaving in and around cacti and overlooking the Sea of Cortez. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, enjoy authentic Mexican farm-to-table cuisine or chow down on Michelin-starred chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s newest creations at his refined steak and seafood restaurant.
VIEW HOTELHome to Florida’s oldest course, this grand dame recently saw a full-scale renovation by Rees Jones in late 2018, meaning the iconic Ocean Course is back and better than ever. Also notable, the on-site John Webster Golf Academy boasts a world-class team, two championship courses and a golf curriculum that’s guaranteed to bring your game to the next level.
VIEW HOTELSet deep in the Canadian Rockies, this mountain golf course in the spectacular Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge opened in 1925 and has been one of Canada’s premiere golf courses since then. With a rugged design by Canadian master Stanley Thompson, this 18-hole course is considered one of the most wildly beautiful courses in the world. When coming through Alberta, this is a must-play course in the True North.
VIEW HOTELSet in the rolling pastures and woodland of Ireland’s sunny South East, the Jack Nicklaus-designed course at Mount Juliet has been praised by golfing legend Tiger Woods as “one of the best greens we’ve putted on all year”. Try it out for yourself and if you’re not too tired after the game, there’s an on-site equestrian center, health club, archery and falconry.
VIEW HOTELWith views this stunning, you’ll need to remind yourself to keep your eye on the ball at the beautiful Resort at Pelican Hill. Players of every skill level will have fun on both world-class courses. A team of seasoned PGA professionals are on hand at the golf academy for anyone looking to take their game to new heights. Post-game, relax in one of the Coliseum Pool’s luxurious cabanas and fuel up with delicious Californian fare straight from the grill.
VIEW HOTELWith an abundance of East Coast charm, the elegant Fox Harb’r Resort is a Nova Scotian landmark for good reason. A true golf resort, golf here is more than just a pastime, it’s a way of life. A Graham Cooke-designed championship course continually wins awards as one of the top-rated courses in North America. A no-less-daunting Par-3 short course is available for when time is limited.
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