Whether an amateur, pro, or simply a lover of the sport, there is no limit to the possibilities of courses available to play in every corner of the world. From Pebble Beach to St. Andrews, every course is unique and requires its own style of play. While it can be hard to narrow down the best choices, there are five destinations that stand out far above the rest.
Jacksonville, Florida
Located on the northern coast of the Atlantic, Jacksonville is a sprawling city that hosts TPC Sawgrass every year. Sporting the ever sunny, always beautiful weather that Florida is famous for, Jacksonville also boasts 10 must-play courses, including Amelia Island, Raven at Sandestin, and Ponte Vedra Inn & Club. Though relatively quiet, Jacksonville is a true find when planning a golf vacation.
Pebble Beach, California
On the other side of the country along California's Pacific coast lies the best known golf course found in the entire United States. Pebble Beach sports five courses with the more famous located right along the Pacific coast. To the east is a view of the Rocky Mountains unequaled anywhere else in the state. Its incredible landscape is hard to resist.
St. Andrews, Scotland
The first golf course that comes to mind when asked to think of one, the Old Course at St. Andrews was established in 1552 and is one of the oldest courses still in existence. Often referred to as the home of golf, every golfer dreams of spending at least one day playing a course in the heart of where the sport was first played.
Augusta, Georgia
The official home of the Masters Tournament and green jackets, Augusta is world-renowned for its collection of the three hardest and most famous holes in the sport (otherwise known as the “Amen Corner”). With a wide array of both public and private courses along sloping hills, Augusta is perfect for every experience level.
Melbourne, Australia
The oldest golf club in Australia, The Royal Melbourne Golf Club was founded in 1891 and was the first golf club to successfully bring the sport this corner of the continent. The perfect winter retreat for those living in the northern hemisphere, Melbourne is comprised of two courses located to the West and the East (ranked 1 and 6 respectively in Australia) and was the location of the 1959 World Cup.
Myrtle Beach
Located on the South Carolina coast, Myrtle Beach offers beach escapes along with some of the largest concentrations of golf courses in the nation. Courses range from family affairs to exclusive private clubs. Some of the top golf courses include MB National King's North, TPC of Myrtle Beach, Caledonia, Dunes Golf and Beach Club, and Blackmoor.
