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Central West Central OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF 4 Northwest THE FLORIDA GOLF ALLIANCE Panama City Beach Central East THE CHIEF MARKETING ORGANIZATION 6 FOR FLORIDA GOLF TOURISM WINTER/SPRING 2021 10 North Central PUBLISHED BY 12 Plantation On Southwest Destination Media, Inc. Crystal River PO Box 897, Melrose, FL 32666 Southeast 352.475.2200 16 On Top Of The World Gary A. Jones - President/CEO [email protected] Deborah J. Green - Executive Vice President 18 Northeast PARTNER DEVELOPMENT 20 Hammock Beach Tom Perlozzo - [email protected] Golf Resort & Spa Greg Wise - [email protected] 50 Southwest DESIGNED BY 24 Central West 52 Punta Gorda/ SVK Multimedia & Publishing Englewood Beach svkmp.com 26 St. Pete/Clearwater Christopher H. Pastotnik - Creative 56 Paradise Coast 30 Spring Training Every effort has been made to ensure the ac- Naples, Marco Island curacy of the information published in this Guide. However, the Publisher or Destination 32 Central and the Everglades. Media, Inc. is not responsible for any errors or omissions which might occur. Appearance in 34 Central Florida 61 Heritage Landing the Guide does not necessarily reflect endorse- ment of the product or service by the Publisher 36 Lake County 63 Hilton Naples or Destination Media, nor are either responsible for the contents of the individual advertise- 64 Babcock National ments or editorial. All contents are fully pro- 42 Central East tected by Copyright 2021. Contents may not be reproduced without written permission of the 44 Space Coast 66 Southeast Publisher. 48 Daytona Beach 68 Martin County

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4 \\ FLORIDAGOLFINFO.COM FLORIDAGOLFINFO.COM // 5 Tee Off In Panama City Beach The Gulf Coast has long been known as a but beautiful courses and endless sunshine,” the championship tees. Located only minutes golfer’s paradise, given that the weather is shares President and CEO of Visit Panama City from the beach, the celebrated course has conducive to playing year-round. Home to Beach Dan Rowe. “With greens and fairways hosted numerous regional and local events three championship courses, 320 days of that never disappoint, visitors always come back including the USGA U.S. Open Qualifier in sunshine a year and an average temperature of for an unparalleled golf vacation at the Real. 2016. In the summer of 2018, the Nicklaus 74 degrees, Panama City Beach is no exception. FUN. Beach.” Course underwent a greens conversion Whether a beginner, an amateur or a seasoned Take a look below for more information on which involved a full-till process. This major professional, there is a course to fit all skill levels Panama City Beach’s golf scene and discover renovation included upgrading the original when golfers come to Florida to hit the links. why this coastal destination has been named specs of the greens sprigged with ultra-dwarf “Golfers from all over the country continue one of the nation’s top three golf towns by Golf grass to improve course playability, green to visit to Panama City Beach for its challenging Digest. speeds and green receptiveness year-round. The renovation also included new green-side SHERATON BAY POINT GOLF CLUB bunkers on all the holes throughout the course. AT SHERATON PANAMA CITY BEACH Whether an amateur, professional or GOLF & SPA RESORT beginner golf enthusiast, there is something for The Nicklaus Course at the Sheraton Panama guests of all skill levels and interests. For those City Beach Golf & Spa Resort is the first and looking to learn tips and tricks from the pros, only Nicklaus Design course in Northwest the resort offers Dewsweepers Golf Instruction, Florida. Recognized for its premium providing state-of-the-art lessons that include conditioning and risk reward opportunities, the video analysis. The Resort Golf Club also Nicklaus Course is situated in a nature preserve includes a full-service practice facility as well and set against the backdrop of St. Andrews as Bar 72 Pub & Eatery to enjoy a hearty lunch Bay with scenic coastal vistas throughout. In and refreshing cocktail after a round. The fact, the signature fifth hole offers a spectacular Sheraton Bay Point Golf Club is located at tee shot to an island fairway in the middle of 4701 Bay Point Road in Panama City Beach. the Grand Lagoon, with a second shot to a For more information or to book tee times, call peninsula green overlooking St. Andrews Bay. 850-235-6950 or visit www.baypointgolf.com The par-72 championship layout has a challenging course rating of 74.3 and slope of HOLIDAY GOLF CLUB 143 as it stretches more than 7,000 yards from Centrally located in the heart of Panama City

6 \\ FLORIDAGOLFINFO.COM Beach is the one and only Holiday Golf Club. Designed by Jim Dunkerley in 1964, the 6,859- yard, 18-hole championship course features forgiving fairways and TifEagle Turf, ideal for speed and consistency and a favorite among both locals and visitors. For junior golfers and beginners, the Holiday Golf Club offers the area’s only lighted par-3 course. Open into the night, this course allows golfers to play a quick 60-minute game on its 1,003 yards. With PGA Professional Class A pros available for private, 60-minute lessons, the practice facilities also provide the perfect setting for every golfer to work on his or her game, from pitching to putting. The Holiday Golf Club also features a pro shop and Mulligans Bar City’s Beach closest golf course to the beach, with over 16,000 accommodations options & Grill, offering breakfast, lunch and a fully featuring relatively flat but masterful holes available, including convenient and luxurious stocked bar. Holiday Golf Club is located at that are both challenging and laid back. With rooms at the Sheraton Panama City Beach 100 Fairway Boulevard in Panama City. For a pro shop and snack bar on property, Signal Golf & Spa Resort and ocean-front vacation more information or to book tee times, call Hill has all the amenities golfers need for an rental homes and condos just steps from the 850-234-1800 or visit www.holidaygolfclub. afternoon on the course. Designed by John white-sand beaches and emerald-green waves. com Sherman and now owned by his daughter In addition to offering a collection Beth Langford, the course is still a local of courses for novice, leisure and serious SIGNAL HILL GOLF COURSE family affair. Langford’s son is also a course golfers, Panama City Beach provides ample Signal Hill Golf Course opened in 1962, manager and her grandson works in the pro entertainment off the course as well. From making it the oldest course in Panama City shop. Signal Hill Golf Course is located at offshore fishing charters, kayak tours, Beach. Rich in history and natural splendor, it 9615 Thomas Drive in Panama City. For standup paddleboard adventures and sunset has delighted guests with reasonable rates and more information about the facility, or to book dolphin tours to pristine beaches, premier a kind, attentive staff for decades. With 5,617 a tee time, call 850-234-5051 or visit www. shopping, live music venues and the best yards of golf from the longest tees, challenging signalhillgolfcourse.com. seafood restaurants on the Gulf, there is truly greens and precise fairways, golfers quickly Whether seeking a relaxed afternoon on something for everyone in the destination find out why the 18-hole course is the perfect the links, perfecting a swing, or making a once known for some of the “world’s most beautiful golf experience for families, the beginner in a lifetime shot, the right course is waiting beaches.” Book your trip today and see why golfer or an old pro who wants to enjoy a for you in Panama City Beach. Planning the most come for the golf but stick around for the relaxing round. Signal Hill is also Panama perfect golf getaway has never been easier, memories.

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Bluewater Bay Resort (850) 897-3241 bwbresort.com Emerald Bay Golf Club (850) 837-5197 emeraldbaygolfclub.com Fort Walton Beach Golf Course (850) 833-9664 fwb.org Indian Bayou Golf & Country Club (850) 837-6191 indianbayougolf.com Kelly Plantation Golf Club (850) 650-7600 kellyplantationgolf.com Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club (850) 337-8080 regattabay.com Shalimar Pointe Golf and Country Club (850) 651-1416 shalimarpointe.com

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St. James Bay (850) 697-9606 stjamesbay.com St. Josephs Bay Golf Club (850) 227-1751 stjoebaygolf.com

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A. C. Read Golf Club (850) 452-2454 navymwrpensacola.com Club At Hidden Creek (850) 939-4604 theclubathiddencreek.com Cypress Lakes Golf Club (850) 937-3820 cypresslakesgolfclub.net Lost Key Golf Club (850) 492-1300 lostkey.com Marcus Pointe Golf Club (850) 484-9770 marcuspointegc.com Osceola Municipal Golf Course (850) 453-7599 osceolagolf.com Perdido Bay Golf Club (850) 492-1223 perdidobaygolf.com Scenic Hills Country Club (850) 476-0611 scenichills.com Stonebrook Golf Club (850) 994-7171 stonebrook-golf.com Tanglewood Golf Club (850) 623-6176 tanglewood-golf.com Tiger Point Golf and Country Club (850) 932-1333 tigerpointgolf.com

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Holiday Golf Club (850) 234-1800 holidaygolfclub.com Sheraton Bay Point (850) 235-6950 baypointgolf.com Signal Hill Golf Course, Inc. (850) 234-5051 signalhillgolfcourse.com Sunny Hills Golf & Country Club (850) 773-3619 sunnyhillsgolfandcountryclub.com

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Blackstone Golf Course (850) 520-4670 blackstonemossyhead.com Camp Creek Golf Club (850) 231-7600 campcreekgolfclub.com Eagle Springs Golf Club (850) 892-3812 Sandestin Golf Resort (850) 267-8155 sandestin.com Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club (850) 267-2229 santarosaclub.com Seascape Resort (850) 654-7888 seascape-resort.com Windswept Dunes Golf Club (850) 835-1847 windsweptdunes.com

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Hilaman Park Golf Course (850) 891-3935 hilamangolfclub.com Seminole Golf Course (850) 644-2582 seminolegolfcourse.com Southwood Golf Club (850) 942-4653 southwoodgolf.com The Golf Club At Summerbrooke (850) 894-4653 summerbrookegolf.com The Golf Club of Quincy (850) 627-8386 golfclubofquincy.com

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The Plantation on Crystal River is a beau- tional “Florida” style with variety of water tiful 50-year-old, 232 acre eco-friendly golf and bunker obstacles, along with challenging resort offering comfortable accommodations, fairways lined by mature emerald pine and oak 27-holes of great golf, award winning dining trees native to the region. If it’s a short course and a full service spa. Surrounded by the natu- you prefer, “The Lagoons” is a great option ral springs of Kings Bay, one of the largest aqui- to sharpen your short game. If you’re into hit- fers in the state, Crystal River is home to more ting monster drives, try our “Championship than 400 West Indian manatees that migrate Course” which consists of 18 holes of world- each year to the warmth of the springs. Our class golf. All of our links are beautifully man- onsite activities range from golf to boating and icured and well-groomed, and they provide a fishing with so much in-between and we offer traditional mix of the best golf Florida has to several specials and packages to help sculpt offer. your perfect vacation! There’s always something fun to do at Plantation on Crystal River! RELAX IN TOTAL COMFORT IN OUR CRYSTAL RIVER ROOMS TRADITIONAL FLORIDA-STYLE GOLF Packed with all the comforts of home, our Our exclusive Central Florida golf resort fea- Crystal River resort suites and guestrooms tures 27 holes of competitive and challenging have everything you need for a perfect stay. golf. Our course was designed in the tradi- Choose from our patio rooms, with unique out-

12 \\ FLORIDAGOLFINFO.COM door lounging areas, or our rooms with views opportunities include grouper, a variety of THE PLACE TO STAY & PLAY of the garden or water. No matter what room snapper, smoker kingfish, and cobia. If fresh- ON THE NATURE COAST you choose, you won’t be disappointed because water fishing is more your interest, our area Our #1 concern is your safety and wellbeing. we fill them all with excellent amenities for you has multiple lakes and reservoirs with excellent Our resort adheres to all mandated CDC and your family. Our Golf Villas provide the fishing for largemouth bass, crappie, bream, guidelines and State COVID provisions. perfect accommodations for your group. catfish, and more. We can also arrange a char- Bring your friends or your family and let them ter with one of our area’s fishing guides that enjoy our full-service spa, manatee tours, fish- FISHING AT ITS FINEST will pick you up from our own dock for char- ing, and diving while you hit the links. There’s Few places compare to Crystal River when it ters. And make sure to bring your catch back to never been a better time to head to our resort comes to salt or freshwater sport fishing. There our resort so the chef of our West 82º Grill can and discover how Plantation on Crystal River really isn’t a better place for an inshore slam cook it for you! helps make Florida one of the top golf destina- of tarpon, redfish, and speckled trout. Offshore tions in the world.

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Chiefland Golf & Country Club (352) 493-2375 chieflandgcc.com Country Club At Lake City (386) 752-2266 thecountryclubatlakecity.com Ironwood Golf Course (352) 334-3120 cityofgainesville.org Meadowbrook Golf Club (352) 332-0577 playmeadowbrook.com Quail Heights Country Club (386) 752-3339 quailheightscc.com

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Candler Hills Golf and Country Club (352) 861-9712 candlerhillsgolfclub.com Continental Country Club (352) 748-3293 continentalcountryclub.com Country Club At Silver Springs Shores (352) 687-2828 silverspringsgolfcc.com Eagle Ridge At Spruce Creek (352) 307-1668 playeagleridgegolf.com Huntington Golf Club (352) 347-3333 huntingtongolfclub.com Juliette Falls Golf and Spa Club (352) 522-0309 juliettefalls.com Lake Diamond Golf & Country Club (352) 687-1000 lakediamond.com Links of Spruce Creek (352) 347-6172 linksatsprucecreek.com Miona Lake Golf Club (352) 748-4200 mionalakegolfclub.com Ocala Golf Club (352) 401-6917 ocalagolfcourses.com Ocala National Golf Club (352) 629-7980 ocalanational.com Ocala Palms Golf & Country Club (352) 732-4653 ocalapalms.com Preserve Golf Club At Spruce Creek (352) 861-3131 playthepreserve.com Royal Oaks Golf Club (352) 861-1818 royaloaksgolfclub.com PLANTATION ON CRYSTAL RIVER Stone Creek Golf Club (352) 854-1272 delwebb.com/stonecreek ______(800) 632-6262 plantationoncrystalriver.com Stonecrest Golf Club (352) 245-0565 stonecrestgolfclub.com SummerGlen Country Club (352) 307-1766 summerglen.com Inverness Golf & Country Club (352) 637-2526 golfinverness.com LakeSide Country Club (352) 726-1461 lakesideccgolf.com CRYSTAL RIVER / HERNANDO Pine Ridge Community GCC (352) 746-6177 pineridgeassn.com COURSE/FACILITY NAME TEE TIME PHONE WEBSITE Skyview At Terra Vista (352) 746-3664 citrushills.com Plantation on Crystal River (800) 632-6262 plantationoncrystalriver.com Southern Woods Golf Club (352) 382-1200 southernwoodsgc.com Black Diamond Ranch (352) 746-3446 blackdiamondranch.com Sugarmill Woods Country Club (352) 382-2663 sugarmillwoodscc.com Citrus Hills Golf Club (352) 746-4425 citrushillsgolfandcountryclub.com Twisted Oaks Golf Club (352) 746-6257 twistedoaksgc.com Citrus Springs Country Club (352) 489-5045 citrusspringsgolf.com

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SITUATED JUST MINUTES SOUTH OF ST. home and more with 325 beautifully ornate AUGUSTINE IN SEEMINGLY UNDISCOV- and spacious villas, suites and luxury ERED PALM COAST, HAMMOCK BEACH condominiums ranging from one-, two-, and GOLF RESORT & SPA IS AN UNSPOILED three-bedroom options, each with private HAVEN OVERLOOKING TWO MILES balconies and sweeping ocean views. OF PRISTINE ATLANTIC SHORELINE. Offering the ultimate in oceanfront Presenting true luxury nestled among nature, luxury and personalized service, the Lodge the resort offers an upscale escape surrounded at Hammock Beach is a pet friendly, intimate by scenes of old Florida, featuring premier accommodation option featuring 20 guest accommodations, amenities and dining outlets, rooms with unobstructed ocean views, direct including two Signature championship golf beach access and oceanfront dining at the courses, spa & fitness center, a multi-level pool award-winning Atlantic Grille. complex and miles of coquina- laden coastline. Hammock Beach is home to two world- The resort offers all the comforts of class golf courses, the Jack Nicklaus Signature

20 \\ FLORIDAGOLFINFO.COM Design Ocean Course and the Tom Watson Signature Design Conservatory Course. The Ocean Course is famed for its six Atlantic Ocean-hugging holes and thrilling closing stretch named “The Bear Claw,” and is one of the Top 10 Courses You Can Play in Florida. The Conservatory Course offers a distinctive style of play surrounded by spectacular views of the natural landscape. Spanning across 140-acres, the oversized course’s signature hole is a picturesque island green on hole #8. Additionally, The Conservatory Course features a gorgeous, domed glass clubhouse with a nature conservatory, pro shop and restaurant. Aside from championship golf, the amenity- rich resort offers storybook experiences with a 6.5-acre multi-level pool complex with a lazy river, twisting water slide, sandy beach pool, adult experience pool, zero entry kids pool, group spa, indoor lap pool and two outdoor hot tubs. Walk in the footsteps of the world’s greatest explorers and discover that youth is not in a fountain, but in a lifestyle. The rejuvenating viewing the game or watching major sporting ocean-inspired 10,000 square-foot full-service events. spa and salon offers indoor treatments and The Ocean Bar Café allows you the ability draws from the bountiful resources of its or order food and beverages from the comfort unspoiled beaches, rich history and unique of your chaise lounge chair. Light pool fare setting. The Spa at Hammock Beach offers and refreshing libations are available to enjoy serenity and luxury with relaxing massages, surrounded by our multilevel pool complex. cleansing facials, hair treatments, nail services Our gourmet Sushi Bar will awaken your and more. Relax and unwind with unique and taste buds and leaving you wanting more. highly effective treatments that use products Serving the finest sushi grade fish and freshly rich with minerals from the sea to deliver prepared varieties or uramaki, sashimi and restorative benefits for the skin, hair, body and futomake paired with your favorite sake. mind. Men’s and women’s locker rooms feature Rounding out the amenities, the resort additional relaxation without an appointment boasts a 200-slip marina, tennis center with in the form of an inhalation room, sauna and eight lit Hydro-Grid clay tennis courts, 9-hole steam room. professionally manicured putting course, bike Take a culinary adventure and experience fleet, over 55,000 square-feet of indoor and the delight of the resort’s multiple restaurants outdoor flexible meeting and event space, and and bars including the aforementioned one of the most relaxing, unspoiled, coquina- Loggerheads, Delfinos, The Sushi Bar, laden beaches in the state. Ocean Bar Café Cigar Bar, and its signature Hammock Beach also has an array of restaurant, Atlantic Grille, which is Palm outstanding amenities near the resort including Coast’s only public oceanfront restaurant. swimming with the dolphins at Marineland, Offering a great epicurean experience, the horseback riding on the beach, kayak tours, Atlantic Grille’s spectacular, and sweeping, fishing guides, jet ski rentals and more. ocean views paired with an elegant South The award-winning Hammock Beach Florida design, make this award-winning has been recognized as one of the premium oceanfront restaurant the place to be for oceanfront golf resorts on the east coast, breakfast, lunch and dinner. With an emphasis and provides the ideal setting for corporate on freshly caught seafood and an extensive incentives, meetings, retreats and conferences, beverage offering, the Atlantic Grille’s “Shore- and even offers couples in search of a storybook to-Table” experience is a must. Indulge in great setting to tie the knot the perfect backdrop food and a fantastic atmosphere at Atlantic for their dream wedding to become a reality. Grille where you can, sit indoors or out on the Life at Hammock Beach is more than just a patio to enjoy ocean and golf course views. vacation getaway, it is something that becomes Loggerheads Lounge is a comfortable and a part of you. We invite you to begin exploring well-appointed sports bar, featuring multiple with us today! HD TV’s making it the perfect setting for

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Hammock Beach Resort Conservatory (386) 246-6710 hammockbeach.com Hammock Beach Resort - Ocean (386) 447-4611 hammockbeach.com Grand Reserve Golf Course (386) 313-2966 grandreserve.com Palatka Golf Club (386) 329-0141 palatkagolfclub.com Palm Harbor Golf Club (386) 986-4653 palmharborgolfclub.com The Grand Club (386) 437-5807 thegrandclub.com The Oaks Golf Club (386) 467-2512 the-oaks-golf.com

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St. Pete/Clearwater is more than just America’s Best Beaches. It’s If you’re looking to play on a gorgeous island (who isn’t?), the also home to some of America’s best golf courses and proud home Vinoy Golf Course, located on Snell Island, was re-designed by re- to PGA and LPGA tour stops. Whether you’re looking for a modern nowned course architect, Ron Garl, and put back into play in 1992. course or a classic, you can have your pick from St. Pete/Clearwater’s Conditions for play are ideal year-round, with cool Gulf breezes in 22 public or semi-private golf courses. There’s something for every- summertime and a perfect, warm escape in the winter. one—a mix of new and traditional, stunning landscapes, and demand- Take it up a notch and try a round at Dunedin Golf Club. Former ing courses shaped by some of the top designers in the world. Plus, golf home of the PGA of America, this 18-hole course was designed by provides a safe way to get outside and stay socially distanced. world renowned golf course architect Donald Ross. The facility went Once you step onto The Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club’s breath- through a major restoration with the rebuilding of greens, tees and bun- taking resort and manicured grounds, you will never want to leave. kers in 2006 through 2007, which has restored the course to nearly the The resort’s fi ve golf courses—The Copperhead, Island, North, South same as when Ross originally brought it to life. and Fox Squirrel—offer challenging, surprising and rewarding courses After a day on the golf course, head over to the all-new St. Pete veterans and novices alike will appreciate. Pier, a beautiful 26-acre waterfront oasis surrounded by the sparkling From a day blue waters of Tampa Bay. Grab a tasty bite and an ice-cold drink at Doc Ford’s Rum Bar and Grill, serving up authentic Florida cuisine. Pe- of golf to an evening ruse shops and artist galleries or take a relaxing walk along the 3,000 relaxin feet of walkways. Kick back in a colorful Adirondack chair as you watch the people go by or opt for a rooftop view at Pier Teaki. on the Gulf. Come discover the newly expanded Clearwater Marine Aquari- um offering adventure for the whole family. From Winter the dolphin’s brand-new home with an underwater viewing area to a specially designated area for rescue animals, you’ll feel totally immersed in a new, Welcome to golf heaven, where our 22 distinctive courses are The Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club fascinating world. With fi ve times more space for guests, you can stay waiting for you. And after a day of avoiding sand traps, dig your safe as you explore. Plus, 35 miles of sugar white sand beaches are here for you to toes into white sand beaches, grab an ice-cold drink and watch enjoy. Unwind in the warm sun, stick your toes in the soft sand, and as the sky turns into a fi ery orange sunset, or dine al fresco at the take in a fi ery sunset to top off your day. Whether you plan to visit for all-new St. Pete Pier. However you plan to spend your time, there’s one night or a few days, there are endless hotels, vacation rentals and something waiting for everyone in St. Pete/Clearwater. renovated timeless landmarks to make your home away from home. From world-renowned golf courses to world class beaches, VisitStPeteClearwater.com unbeatable dining to delicious craft cocktails, you can’t go wrong in The Copperhead 15th Hole St. Pete/Clearwater. Discover it all at VisitStPeteClearwater.com.

The Copperhead’s elevation tests the best players in the world Clearwater Marine Aquarium each year. The 7,340-yard, par-71 brute, designed by the imaginative architect Lawrence Packard, is one of the PGA Tour’s favorite stops. Paul Azinger, a 12-time PGA Tour winner, called it the best course the PGA Tour plays. The Copperhead meanders through beautiful trees and landscaping with water strategically placed to test golfers of all levels. Innisbrook’s other courses offer an enjoyable challenge as well. The 7,310-yard, par-72 Island Course, in particular, can prove every bit as tough as the Copperhead.

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By Nick Gandy ered the far reaches of the ballpark, fans can Red Sox at Jet Blue Park in Fort Myers. now spread out blankets on the grass, site in All 13 of the Florida Spring Training ball- Beginning in 1923, Florida Spring Training cabana chairs, sip on drinks and enjoy a variety parks have their own unique aspects, whether it stadiums were constructed in Bradenton, of concession foods, all while watching a Major be the team’s history, the host community his- Clearwater, Orlando, St. Petersburg, Fort Myers League Baseball game. tory or a nod to the culture of the team’s regular and West Palm Beach. In 2020, two Florida communities, Dunedin, season home. Four of those communities are hosting home of the Toronto Blue Jays and North Port, Once the month of March passes, nine Florida Spring Training in the 20s of the 21st home of the Atlanta Braves, were the latest to Florida Spring Training sites host Florida State century. offer fans a 21st Century view of Florida Spring League Class A Minor League teams, with By 1928, the State of Florida was prosper- Training. schedules that run through August. ing with a booming population, arriving by Blue Jays fans can get a bird’s eye view of For over 100 years, Florida Spring Training automobiles, to live in newly welcomes back fans to America’s built homes. Baseball was Pastime, after a long winter’s America’s pastime and 10 of nap. They flock to the ballparks the 16 Major League teams wearing the colors of their favor- held their spring training in ite teams. They take their seats, Florida. It was a prosperous with scorecard in hand, to see time for the growth of Florida new players who have made their Spring Training Baseball, way through the Minor League even during the Great system, or who joined the team Depression years, only to be over the winter through a trade interrupted by the World War or a free-agent signing. II years of 1942-45. But what really brings base- Since 2010, nine of the ball fans together in March at 12 Florida communities have Florida Grapefruit League loca- made significant investments tions is to hear that familiar in a spring training facility, crack of the bat and the sound of giving fans top-notch ameni- 90 mile an hour fastball hitting ties found in the much larger the leather of the catcher’s mitt. stadiums and arenas around Play Ball! the country. When the Philadelphia 2021 Season Update Phillies opened their new Due to the Covid-19 global pan- spring training home, in demic, Major League Baseball Clearwater, in 2004, the now Spectrum Field Toronto pitchers warming up in the bullpen in is following the same safety protocols and stan- featured the first 360 degree walkway around right field while sitting in an outdoor bar area. dards as other professional sports leagues for the the park. Fans could now view the game from If they grow tired of that view, they can stroll 2021 season. These standards may be different, every angle of the field while soaking up the across the outfield boardwalk to an ari-condi- in accordance with local guidelines in the State Florida sunshine on a March afternoon. tioned indoor food and drink area. of Florida. Over time, Charlotte County Stadium, Spring training ballparks are also tapping Seating capacity will be limited at Florida’s LECOM Park, Hammond Stadium at the into the team’s history. At CoolToday Park, the 13 locations. The 2021 season, which is sched- CenturyLink Complex, Jet Blue Park, Publix Atlanta Braves have numeric monuments ded- uled to run between February 27 and March 28, Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, the Ballpark icated to the 11 retired numbers from Warren is subject to change. Visit www.floridagrape- of the Palm Beaches, Clover Park and the TD Spahn to Chipper Jones. The Braves followed fruitleague.com for the latest schedules for each Ballpark have completed the same feature. the examples set by the New York Yankees at of the 15 teams holding their spring training in In those once areas, that were once consid- Steinbrenner Field in Tampa and the Boston Florida.

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Golfers who live in Central Florida already Southern Dunes Golf & Country Club the finest cuts of dry aged meat and daily know, and more visitors are beginning to learn, stretches out to more than 7,200 yards from the delivered fresh fish. Also in Winter Haven, with some truly fantastic golf opportunities abound championship tees and this demanding layout its neighborhood restaurant feel and its location throughout Central Florida’s Polk County. With features high ornamental grasses and decorative on the shores of Lake Ned, no place epitomizes more than 40 public access courses offering 612 plantings, paired with 180 distinctively colored casual lakefront dining more than Harry’s Old holes of golf, Central Florida’s Polk County bunkers that provide spectacular visual appeal Place. Situated on the shores of scenic Lake boasts one of the top collections of golf courses throughout your round of golf. Pierce. in the United States. Golf groups traveling to the The Club at Eaglebrooke provides a Lakeland’s Lake Mirror is best known for its area will find a wide range of course options and challenging, but fair test of golf for players of large events and being a perfect place to catch a unforgettable off-course activities that will make all ability levels. Oak trees, numerous lakes and spectacular sunset over downtown Lakeland, the your Central Florida trip one to remember. strategically placed mounding define the lush lake also serves as the backdrop for Texas Cattle rolling fairways, and visually frame each hole as Company, the place for those that have a craving UNIQUE COURSE OFFERINGS from the tee. for a nice juicy steak cooked over a specially built With so many course offerings it is very difficult open-pit mesquite wood fire. to pick our favorites, but when it comes to BREWS, BLUES AND BARBEQUE A trip to Florida wouldn’t be complete distinctive course design, one has to begin Once the golf clubs have been put away, and the without fresh seafood. Gary’s Oyster Bar & the conversation with Streamsong Resort. side bets settled, your group can then explore Seafood House in Lake Alfred is known for its Streamsong Resort’s Red Course, designed by some of the great local dining and entertainment eclectic décor, friendly service and fresh seafood. Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, the Blue Course offerings that are available throughout Central Crazy Fish Bar and Grill is well worth the drive designed by Tom Doak and the Black Course Florida’s Polk County. to Lake Wales. For a little taste of Louisiana, designed by Gil Hanse, utilize the natural With more than 550 lakes dotting Polk Harry’s Seafood Bar & Grille in Lakeland, serves contours, sand dunes and native grasses to offer County, locals and visitors alike all have their up some good ‘ole down home Cajun favorites. a golf experience that is reminiscent of the favorite lakeside dining spot. In Winter Haven, Mojo Federal Swine and Spirits has links-style courses of the British Isles. Built upon with full length windows and a lakeside patio, transformed Lakeland’s Federal Building reclaimed phosphate mining land, Streamsong’s Harborside Restaurant is a modern American into the newest culinary and entertainment courses are atypical of most Florida golf courses. steakhouse, seafood and oyster bar featuring experience. Mojo Federal is a premier barbecue,

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Recognized as one of the top golfing time and time again to try their swings. The try downtown Mount Dora or the Ruby Brick destinations in the state by experienced Las Colinas course, also at Mission Inn Resort Road in Tavares. Both are located on Lake golfers and beginners alike, Lake County has & Club, is another championship-level course Dora, with the latter just a few hundred yards more than two dozen golf courses that offer that challenges golfers with large fairways and from a seaplane base that offers chartered tours. challenging play in addition to spectacular expansive greens. These courses often play host The towns of Leesburg, Tavares, Clermont views. And while golf is a beloved part of to events like NCAA championships, PGA and and Eustis each boast waterfront parks with the lifestyle here, it’s the allure of small-town LPGA events, and the U.S. Open, but all are stunning views, perfect for a post-lunch stroll charm paired with vibrant communities and a welcome to request a tee time when courses are or family play time. Rent a boat, take a boat wide array of eclectic restaurants and boutique available. tour, charter a fishing guide or launch your shopping that keep this golfing destination at A wide range of other golf experiences are own boat to explore the many lakes of Lake the top of the list. available in the area, including the luxurious, County – with more than 1,000 to choose from, Visitors can tee off at a range of public semi-private Bella Collina Golf Club in it’s no wonder why this is both a premier fishing and semi-private courses in the area, and Montverde where golfers can tee off among destination and a gem for nature lovers and two of the most distinguished courses are vineyards and beautiful estate homes. The wildlife enthusiasts. There are many natural found at Mission Inn Resort & Club, located casual golfer might enjoy the public Green locales, including state parks, natural preserves, in Howey-in-the-Hills. The El Campeón Valley Country Club in Clermont, with an trailheads and other conservation areas, that course, known for its 85-foot elevation changes 18-hole course designed by Golf-Course are ideal for kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking that are uncharacteristic to Florida courses, Architect Lloyd Clifton. or exploring trails on horseback. is one of the best in the nation, coming in at With stunning courses in every corner of These exceptional experiences, paired with Golf Advisor’s national No. 2 spot in 2015, Lake County, golfers and their families are some of the best golfing the state has to offer, and taking the top spot in the state. This never more than a stone’s throw away from epitomize the Real Florida lifestyle. Whether championship course was built in 1917 and quaint downtown shopping, exquisite one-of-a- near or far, start planning your trip and book features water on 13 of its 18 holes. The 17th kind restaurants, art galleries, sparkling lakes, a stay at an area resort to experience the hole is a par 5 with a double dogleg and more manicured waterfront parks and countless hospitality, charm and appeal that make Lake obstacles than some entire courses, sure to both ways to connect with nature through trails County a loved destination for golfers and their challenge and captivate golfers as they return and blueways. For shopping and restaurants, families.

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ocated in Central Florida, the Space find unique features and challenges at each Coast is home to Kennedy Space course. L Center, Port Canaveral and Cocoa The Majors Golf Club at Bayside Lakes Beach. For avid golfers, it also features some is an award-winning, par-72, Arnold Palmer of the best championship courses in the Signature golf course located in Palm Bay. state. Golf year round on over 20 courses, Known as being one of the most pristine several that are part of the Florida Space golf courses in Central Florida, The Majors Coast Golf Association including the Duran features over 240-acres of gorgeous greens, Golf Club in Viera and the Cocoa Beach lakes, preservation areas and natural Country Club, which has three nine- wetlands, perfect scenery for a day of golf. hole courses that are almost completely With sprawling greens set among surrounded by the Banana River. beautiful surroundings, to exciting wildlife Three additional golf courses in Brevard and weather conditions that are near- County include two par 72 championship picture perfect, the Space Coast is a golfer's golf courses — The Savannahs at Merritt paradise. So, grab your clubs and book a Island and The Habitat at Valkaria, and a tee time at one of these great courses. Golf par 67 stretched executive course—Spessard vacation packages are available. Holland at Melbourne Beach. Golfers will www.visit spacecoast.com/golf

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Florida is home to more than 1,000 courses, The 36-hole property, home to the Jones months are perfect for golfers throughout the including some of America’s most popular and Hills courses, is one of Florida’s finest, rest of the year. resorts, and Daytona Beach has emerged from including a premier practice facility that fea- Multiple bedroom suites, complete with the crowd as a destination of choice for golfers tures six practice putting greens, a dedicated kitchens and comfortable spaces, many of in the Sunshine State. short game area, and a three-hole practice them overlooking Daytona’s famed beach, The reason for the growing appeal of an academy, among other offerings. The Hills and provide idyllic housing. Golfers can gather and area long known as the home of America’s Jones courses are both 4-star layouts, according continue the banter and camaraderie that lies most iconic race - the Daytona 500 - and the to Golf Digest, but they at the heart of so many “World’s Most Famous Beach,” is easy to iden- are hardly alone in luring trips long into the night. tify. players to the area. Best of all, what helps Daytona Beach is a golf destination, deliv- Golfweek Magazine Daytona Beach deliver ering quality, value and good times, on and off ranks Victoria Hills Golf value is the area’s ability to the course, that allow the area to appeal to a Club, a Ron Garl design package golf and accom- broader cross-section of players than any that wows players with a modations into one deal. other part of the state. Daytona Beach also creative layout that plays Daytona Beach provides enjoys the benefit of being home to nearly 20 through expansive oak a number of golf package courses, including LPGA International, a pair trees and Augusta pines, offerings, which maximize of Donald Ross designs, and one of the state’s among Florida’s top 15 value and convenience, top 15 public layouts, just to name a few. public courses. allowing players to custom- The appeal of the area’s idyllic winter Donald Ross designed ize trips to fit their budget weather also can’t be overstated. New Smyrna Beach and preferences. Daytona Beach is home to a climate that is Golf Club and the South as golf-trip friendly as any in America during Course at Daytona Beach Golf Club, a draw THE FUN NEVER STOPS the first five months of the year, with average for fans of the game’s most revered architect. The area’s surplus of off-course attractions high temperatures that range from 71 degrees Spruce Creek Country Club is built around begin with Daytona International Speedway, F in January to 85 in May. With the combina- one of the world’s largest private airports, giv- where a tour of the track and a visit to the tion of great golf courses, perfect weather and ing new meaning to the term “flyer” on a lay- Motorsports Hall of Fame of America are abundant off-course offerings, it’s no surprise out that places a premium on playability and a must. The truly ambitious may also want players are flocking to the area faster than a quality conditioning. to enjoy the NASCAR Racing Experience, race car on the track at Daytona International which offers the opportunity to get in a stock Speedway STAY-AND-PLAY car and race around the famed 2.5-mile trioval, Make no mistake, Daytona Beach delivers 31-degree banked track. GREAT GOLF, VARIETY AWAIT great golf but where a group stays matters, too. After an exhilarating trip to the Speedway, LPGA International comes immediately to Daytona Beach welcomes many visitors each a visit to ONE DAYTONA, the area’s newest mind when talk turns to Daytona Beach’s year and the rooms – ranging from oceanfront dining, shopping and entertainment complex golf offerings, and that’s an understandable to riverfront and everything in between – that located directly across the street is not to be impulse. host family beach vacations during the summer missed.

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Fairways for miles Known for action-packed racing and world-famous beaches, Daytona Beach also offers savvy golfers challenging courses at exceptional value. Come and play where the pros play, at LPGA International and other unique courses. Savor local seafood along scenic waterways. Explore historical and cultural sites. And pair your golf outing with a range of coastal accommodations to create a perfect package.

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The Charlotte Harbor Gulf Island Coast, a charming, laid-back destination nestled between Sarasota and Fort Myers on the gulf coast, features an array of quality courses allowing any golf aficionado to experience some of the best golf Florida has to offer. Golf Digest has ranked the area as “3rd Best Place in the Country to Live and Play Golf.” Although Florida’s terrain is relatively flat, Southwest Florida is home to many different types of ecosystems providing the aesthetic appeal and natural obstacles necessary to enhance and challenge a player’s experience. One can choose an itinerary of courses to include heavily wooded terrain, salt marshes, and wetlands, as well as Audubon certified courses teeming with a variety of native wildlife. This diverse pool of courses also features two 4 ½ star courses, including Riverwood Golf Club, which was recently ranked by Golf Advisor as the #26 course in the United States and the #4 course in the state of Florida. And more courses are added all the time, with Babcock National and Heritage Landing Golf & Country Club recently joining the party. Whether taking a golf vacation with the guys or gals or simply playing a couple

rounds during a family vacation, this is a safe, BUREAU CONVENTION AND VISITORS BEACH GORDA/ENGLEWOOD PUNTA THE BY PHOTOS

52 \\ FLORIDAGOLFINFO.COM healthy activity that enables small groups to avoid large crowds of people. And it doesn’t need to be stressful or cost a fortune. In fact, the area was named the U.S. Best Value Destination in 2014 by Trivago. According to the world’s largest online hotel search site, the destination offers “the biggest bang for your buck on vacation.” Adding to the value, virtually every course in Punta Gorda/ Englewood Beach is open to the public year- round and greens fees (with a cart) in peak season average approximately $55 per round with summer and fall rates even lower. Plus, find adventure off the greens with nearly 200 miles of Blueway Trails ideal for kayaking, canoeing and standup paddle boarding. Charlotte Harbor has been named one of the top 10 places to sail by SAIL Magazine and the area is known for its world-class fishing with offshore and back bay angling opportunities. For a true adrenaline rush, fish for silver king in the Tarpon Capital of the World. routes, which range from 17 to 31 miles, dining districts include downtown Punta Speaking of water, soak up the sun and or ride the 18-mile Punta Gorda Pathways Gorda, Fishermen’s Village, Manasota Key beachcomb on some of the 12 miles of Gulf which circles the city and includes a ride and Englewood’s Dearborn Street. Familiar of Mexico beaches, or, island hop without a along the tranquil Peace River. chain restaurants are bountiful, too. passport. Five barrier islands hug the coast The dining scene in Charlotte Harbor & Whatever the craving and occasion, there’s with some only accessible by boat offering a the Gulf Islands is an eclectic mix of seafood a restaurant satisfying every taste bud. true natural Florida adventure. shacks, sidewalk cafés, waterfront eateries, On land, take advantage of the City of fine dining and sweet spots, and in 2020 was Plan your Southwest Florida golf vacation Punta Gorda’s free bicycle loaner program. ranked #2 in the USA Today Best Small by visiting PureFlorida.com. Pedal away on either one of the four bicycle Town Food Scenes 10Best list. Primary

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54 \\ FLORIDAGOLFINFO.COM Florida’s Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach gives you more than 20 courses offering great year-round play, with two ranked at 4 ½ stars by Golf Digest. Plus, new courses are added all the time, like the recently opened Babcock National and Heritage Landing Golf & Country Club . Take in scenic, natural backdrops, with three area courses Audubon-certiﬁ ed.

As a safe, healthy outside activity for individuals or small groups looking to avoid crowds, there’s no excuse to miss a day of golf on the Charlotte Harbor Gulf Island Coast. And players also appreciate the value. You’ll ﬁ nd great courses, accommodations, dining and more at great prices all year round. It’s no wonder the area was ranked the “3rd Best Place in the Country to Live and Play Golf” by Golf Digest.

Plan your golf getaway now at: PureFlorida.com/Golf

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OnlyWill Paradise Do. on and the hotels you’ll be staying in are Blue skies. Wide-open fairways. Fresh air. still operating with your health and safety in mind. Fortunately, you can rest assured that They’re as much a part of golf’s appeal as the handicap can appreciate: Player, Palmer, you’re in good hands on Florida’s Paradise game itself. And they’re exactly what makes Norman, and Nicklaus, just to name a few. Coast. golf the perfect way to get outside and engage The courses, playing conditions, and weather Let’s start with the golf courses. Most in some healthy fun. are so good, the area’s an annual stop for the courses still offer a variety of safety protocols, In fact, the best way to put the pandemic LPGA and PGA Tours. such as touchless green fees payments via behind you while still staying safe just might But incredible courses are just part of phone or online, outdoor check-ins and be an unforgettable golf getaway. And when what anyone is looking for in a golf getaway more. They remain committed to following “unforgettable golf” is on your wish list, these days. True, concerns about the recommended CDC and state protocols for there’s no better place to find it than Florida’s pandemic may have diminished. However, masks, social distancing, and group size until Paradise Coast: Naples, Marco Island and if you’re like most people, you’ll appreciate instructed otherwise. the Everglades. knowing that the courses you’ll be playing Hotels, restaurants and other local

UNFORGETTABLE GOLF WITH AN UNPARALLELED COMMITMENT TO YOUR SAFETY. In Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades, the only thing more memorable than the beauty of the destination is the golf that awaits you. It has a well-earned reputation as a golfer’s dream, with the International Association of Golf Travel Operators (IAGTO) actually naming it the “Number 1 Golf Destination in North America.” It offers more than 90 public and private courses designed by names that golfers of every COURTSEY FLORIDA’S PARADISE COAST PARADISE FLORIDA’S COURTSEY

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Babcock National is the NEWEST gated of standard features already included in the turned into home for hundreds of residents. community in Babcock Ranch and price of the homes. Features include granite This growing community focuses on healthy, the FIRST and ONLY to offer golf. countertops, stainless steel appliances, designer- sustainable living and offers something for This stunning new bundled golf and country style cabinetry and more! everyone. Babcock Ranch is just miles from Fort club community is situated on the northeast side Babcock Ranch is a new town in Southwest Myers and some of the Southwest Florida’s best of Founders Square across Lake Babcock. The Florida and is the first solar-powered town in beaches, shopping, dining and entertainment. new Babcock National boasts a breathtaking the country. A decade of careful planning that’s For more information, please call location combined with a wide array of home turned into a seamless melding of modern 877-45-LENNAR or visit BabcockNational. designs. Residents will enjoy luxurious amenities technology and timeless hometown charm has com. including 18 holes of golf designed by Gordon B. Lewis with aqua range, chipping area, putting green and pro shop; a state-of-the-art fitness center with aerobics/yoga studio, resort-style pool with lap lanes, spa and poolside café/ bar, beauty salon and spa, tennis center with Har-Tru courts, pickleball and bocce ball; and main clubhouse with casual and formal dining. The golf course opened in February 2020 and the designer-furnished single-family and multi- family model homes are open Monday through Saturday 9am to 6pm and Sunday 10am to 6pm. Babcock National offers a variety of new home floorplans to suit any lifestyle, including Terrace and Veranda condominiums, Coach Homes, plus Executive and Estate single-family homes. Prices start in the upper $100s. All the floor plans will incorporate innovative design details and Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program which provides a high level

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Avid golfers have long flocked to Florida and will feature tee boxes that can accommodate pristine 18-hole Ocean Hole Golf Course, where to experience some of the best golf courses in golfers of any skill level. It will also offer a players can soak in the views while swinging by America. But with the pandemic still looming, 13-acre driving range with low level lights for the sea. more travelers are opting for less crowded, more evening play and interactive LED targets. The There’s a reason why more than 100 under-the-radar escapes. Enter Martin County. reimagined space will also remain a stop along professional golfers call Martin County home, The charming destination can be found the Florida Historic Golf Trail. making it a favorite for pro athletes and amateurs along South Florida’s Treasure Coast region, For the full experience, stay and play at the alike. So, the next time you’re searching for a conveniently situated between Orlando to Marriott Hutchinson Island Beach Resort, Golf laid-back, golf-themed getaway, set your sights on the northwest and Miami to the south. What & Marina. Situated on 200 acres overlooking Martin County – you’re bound to be impressed. sets Martin County apart from its well-known the Atlantic Ocean, the relaxing retreat offers a neighbors is its hidden gem appeal, marked by more than 22 miles of uncrowded beaches and over 100,000 sprawling acres of parks and conservation lands. This beloved stretch of the Sunshine State is blessed with a natural sand ridge that stands out alongside the Treasure Coast’s typically flat terrain, resulting in amazing golf courses set against picturesque coastal landscapes. Martin County is already known as a golfer’s dream destination, home to more than 35 world-class courses and 15 private courses, boasting an impressive collection of affordable options created by notable designers like Jack Nicklaus, Chi Chi Rodriguez, Arnold Palmer, and both Tom and Jim Fazio. Stuart’s highly-anticipated Sailfish Sands Golf Course will debut in 2021. The new attraction will replace the former Martin County Golf Course and promises to bring a new golfing experience to the lovers of this traditional sport. With a championship 18-hole course and one of the few reversible courses in the United States, Sailfish Sands is definitely out of the ordinary. The course will be able to be played clockwise or counterclockwise on specific days

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Martin County, Florida is home to over 35 world-class golf courses—all within 15 minutes of each other. For a unique golf experience, grab your clubs and take a scenic drive down to Sailﬁsh Sands Golf Course, where you’ll find a reversible 9-hole course, a traditional 18-hole course, and a 13-acre driving range. Stay and play at the meticulously maintained and intelligently designed Ocean Club Golf Course at the Marriott Hutchinson Island Beach Resort, Golf & Marina, designed by Charles Ankrom and ranked as one of the best executive courses in the U.S. With courses for every skill level, affordable day rates, and breathtaking views, the grass is certainly greener on this side of South Florida. Plan your trip at DiscoverMartin.com

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Davie Golf Club (954) 797-4653 daviegolf.net Trump National Doral (305) 592-2000 trumphotelcollection.com Bonaventure Country Club (954) 389-2100 golfbonaventure.com Biltmore Golf Course (305) 460-5364 biltmorehotel.com Club at Emerald Hills (954) 961-4000 theclubatemeraldhills.com Costa Del Sol Golf Club (305) 592-3300 cdsgolfclub.com Colony West Golf Club (954) 721-7710 colonywestgolfclub.com Country Club of Miami (305) 829-8456 golfccmiami.com Country Club of Coral Springs (954) 752-4500 ccofcs.com Crandon Golf At Key Biscayne (305) 361-9129 crandongolfclub.com Davie Golf and Country Club (954) 797-4653 golfdavie.com Florida Keys CC (305) 743-2551 Floridakeyscc.com Deer Creek Golf Club (954) 421-5550 deercreekflorida.com International Links Miami (305) 633-4583 internationallinksgolfclub.com Flamingo Lakes Country Club (954) 435-6110 flamingolakescc.com Key West CC (305)294-5232 keywestgolf.com Grand Palms Hotel & Golf Resort (954) 431-8800 grandpalmsresort.com Killian Greens Golf Club (305) 271-0917 killiangreensgolfclub.com Heron Bay Golf Club (954) 796-2000 heronbaygolfclub.net Miami Beach Golf Club (305) 532-3350 miamibeachgolfclub.com Hollywood Beach Golf Club (954) 927-1751 hollywoodbeachgolf.com Miami Shores Country Club (305) 795-2366 miamishoresgolf.com Jacaranda Golf Club (954) 472-5836 jacarandagolfclub.com Miami Springs Golf & Country Club (305) 805-5180 miamispringsgolfcourse.com Orangebrook Golf & Country Club (954) 967-4653 orangebrook.com Miccosukee Golf and Country Club (305) 382-3931 miccosukeegolf.com Oriole Golf & Tennis Club (954) 972-8140 oriolegolfclub.com Normandy Shores Golf Course (305) 868-6502 normandyshoresgolfclub.com Palm-Aire Country Club & Resort (954) 975-6225 palmairegolf.com Palmetto Golf Course (305) 235-1069 golfpalmetto.com Pembroke Lakes Golf Club (954) 431-4144 pcmgolf.com Redland Golf & Country Club (305) 247-8503 redlandgolf.com Plantation Preserve Golf Course (954) 585-5020 plantationpreserve.org Shula’s Golf Club (305) 820-8088 donshulahotel.com Pompano Beach Golf Course (954) 781-0426 mypompanobeach.org Turnberry Isle JW Marriott (305) 932-6200 turnberryislemiami.com

TRUMP NATIONAL DORAL (305) 592-2000 trumphotelcollection.com ______Blue Monster, Golden Palm, Red Tiger, Silver Fox

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The premier waterfront country club on Florida’s Treasure Coast—Harbour Ridge. As an established community that showcases a wide selection of move-in ready residences, it is built into the scenic landscape overlooking waterways, fairways, or natural wooded areas. Featuring three marinas, two championship golf courses, a world-class tennis program, and a state-of-the-art fitness center, it’s easy to stay active with a wide variety of amenities. This is a true escape without ever having to leave home.

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PGA National Resort (561) 627-1800 pgaresort.com Abacoa Golf Club (561) 622-0036 abacoagolfclub.com Atlantic National Golf Club (561) 969-6600 atlanticnationalgolfclub.com Atlantis Country Club (561) 965-7700 atlantiscountryclub.com Boca Dunes Golf and Country Club (561) 451-1600 bocadunes.com Boca Greens Country Club (561) 852-8800 bocagreenscountryclub.com Boca Raton Resort & Club (561) 447-3099 bocaresort.com Club at Winston Trails (561) 439-3700 winstontrailsgolfclub.com Delray Beach Golf Club (561) 243-7380 affordablegolf.com Forest Oaks Golf Club (561) 967-6810 forestoaksgc.com Golf Club of Jupiter (561) 747-6262 golfclubofjupiter.com Lake Worth Municipal Golf Course (561) 582-9713 lakeworth.org Links At Boynton Beach (561) 742-6502 boynton-beach.org Madison Green Country Club (561) 784-5225 madisongreengolf.com North Palm Beach Country Club (561) 691-3433 village-npb.org Okeeheelee Golf Course (561) 964-4653 pbcgolf.com Osprey Point Golf Course (561) 482-2868 pbcgolf.com Palm Beach National Golf & Country Club (561) 965-3381 palmbeachnational.com Park Ridge Golf Course (561) 966-7044 pbcgolf.com Sandhill Crane Golf Club (561) 630-1175 gardensgolf.com Southwinds Golf Course (561) 483-1305 pbcgolf.com The Breakers (561) 655-6611 thebreakers.com The Club at IBIS (561) 625-8500 clubatibis.com Village Golf Club (561) 793-1400 thevillagegolfclub.com

Westchester Golf & Country Club (561) 734-6300 westchestercc.com ______PGA National

STUART/PALM CITY Indianwood Golf & Country Club (772) 597-3794 indianwoodgolfclub.com COURSE/FACILITY NAME TEE TIME PHONE WEBSITE Jensen Beach Golf Club (772) 692-3322 eaglemarsh.com Champions Club At Summerfield (772) 283-1500 thechampionsgolfclub.com Lost Lake Golf Club (772) 220-6666 lostlakegolfclub.com Florida Club (772) 287-3680 floridaclubgolf.com Martin County G&CC (772) 287-3747 martincountygolfcourse.com Hammock Creek Golf Club (772) 220-2599 hammockcreekgolfclub.com Palm Cove Golf and Yacht Club (772) 287-5605 palmcovegolf.com Heritage Ridge Golf Club (772) 546-2800 heritageridgegolf.com

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