For Immediate Release Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Kiawah Island Golf Resort Announces fall & winter Special Event
calendar for 2012-2013
KIAWAH ISLAND, S.C. — Kiawah Island Golf Resort today announced its diverse special events calendar for 2012/2013. The series includes golf and tennis weekends, a women’s retreat, an antique school, and a murder-mystery whodunit. Guest accommodation choices include private villas, private homes or The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, the resort’s AAA Five Diamond/Forbes Five Star-rated oceanfront hotel and spa.
For complete itineraries and pricing, or to request a special events brochure, please visit http://www.kiawahresort.com/special-events/ or call 800-654-2924.
All events offer single or double occupancy options for guests at The Sanctuary and many more options in our privately owned villa and home collection. Significant others and families are encouraged to join attendees and participate in the many other amenities Kiawah Island Golf Resort has to offer.
2012-2013 Special Events
Earl Klugh’s Weekend of Jazz
November 15 - 17, 2012
GRAMMY®-winning guitarist Earl Klugh returns with his renowned ‘Weekend of Jazz’ to Kiawah Island Golf Resort! The 3rd annual Weekend of Jazz at Kiawah Island will be held November 15-17, 2012 and features 3 incredible nights of entertainment from multi-platinum selling trumpeter CHRIS BOTTI: one of the important and innovative figures of the contemporary music world, 2-Time GRAMMY®-winning vocalist PEABO BRYSON, GRAMMY®-winning saxophonist KIRK WHALUM and vocalist KEVIN WHALUM, versatile jazz/crossover saxophonist ERIC MARIENTHAL, PGA Tour Champion & Golf Commentator JOHN MAHAFFEY, award-winning director and producer RICK BIEBER, contemporary jazz/R&B trumpeter JOEY SOMMERVILLE, Your Host and GRAMMY®- Winning Guitarist EARL KLUGH, and more!
Women's Tennis Instructional Weekends
January 18-20, 2013 January 25-27, 2013 February 1-3, 2013
For tennis lovers across the nation, friends and team members gather for an unforgettable experience in a beautiful setting for a weekend of instruction, leisure and fun. “Who Done It?” – A Crime in Carolina
Featuring Keith & Margo’s Murder Mystery Weekend Company
January 18-20, 2013
The Ultimate Game of Clue - a weekend full of mystery and mayhem at Kiawah. Enjoy The Sanctuary's array of luxurious amenities and exquisite dining, as well as a host of other activities, as several "crimes" take place around the resort.
Cenegenics Carolinas Weight Loss Retreat
January 18-21, 2013
Enjoy a healthy weekend retreat with Cenegenics Carolina Naturopathic Doctor and Nutritionist, Tiffany Jackson to learn how to lose weight, increase energy and prevent disease. Be inspired, educated and pampered.
The Antique School of the South
The Sanctuary’s “Hands On” Antique School
February 8-10
The history & culture of Charleston and the "Lowcountry" will be displayed with a fascinating review of art, silver, jewelry, porcelain and furniture from one of the most magnificent, rare and renowned private collections in the country.
Gourmet & Grapes
A Weekend of Fine Food & Wine February 8-10, 2013
An unparalleled event combining local and national culinary talent coupled with award winning wineries. The event raises funds and awareness that will support the cancer research and patient programs at the Hollings Cancer Center at the Medical University of South Carolina.
“Your Possible Life” – A Facilitated Journey for Women
How to Build the Life of Your Dreams
February 8-10
Participants spend three life-inspiring days at The Sanctuary and learn how to build the life of their dreams, feeling more connected with themselves, getting in touch with their deepest values and dreams for life and getting in touch with their soul's voice.
Women’s Golf Getaway
“Golfing Gals Bootcamp”
February 21-24, 2013 Enjoy instruction from some of the best female teaching pros in the country, plus golf rounds and relaxation on Kiawah Island. With different options for experienced golfers and beginners, each participant receives valuable golf knowledge and takes home new skills to improve their game.
7th Annual Friendship Cup
“Golf’s Fifth Major”
February 28-March 3, 2013
A two-man tournament for male amateur players is contested on the world-famous Ocean Course, site of the 2012 PGA Championship, and Nicklaus’ Turtle Point. Enjoy lavish receptions and a nightly hospitality suite, as well as an array of fantastic prizes during this three- day event. Non playing spouses or significant others will love the Forbes Five Star Spa at The Sanctuary.
14th Annual National Pro Am
“Serious Golf…Serious Competition”
March 10-14, 2013
PGA club professionals from all across the U.S., along with three of their members, will tee it up during the 14th Annual Kiawah Island Golf Resort National Pro-Am. The 72-hole stroke play event, sponsored by Club Car, will be held on four of Kiawah Island Golf Resort's championship courses: Pete Dye's world-famous Ocean Course, Jack Nicklaus' Turtle Point, Gary Player's Cougar Point and Tom Fazio's Osprey Point.
Special Event Weekend Reservations: 800-654-2924
To request additional information for all events and view updated agendas with times and locations, photos and information about speakers and partners, please visit http://www.kiawahresort.com/special-events/ or contact [email protected] or 843-768-2882
Located along 10 miles of pristine beach just south of Charleston, South Carolina, Kiawah Island Golf Resort was recently named the No. 1 golf resort on the U.S. Mainland by readers of the prestigious Conde Nast Traveler magazine. The publication also named Kiawah as the No. 3 overall resort on the U.S. Mainland. TennisResortsOnline.com named it the No. 1 tennis resort in the world for six of the last seven years. Kiawah Island is also known as one of the top eco- friendly resorts in the U.S., and its beach was named one of the 10 best beaches in America by famed “beachologist,” Dr. Stephen Leatherman, aka Dr. Beach. In addition to Forbes Five Star/AAA Five Diamond Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, the resort’s 255-room oceanfront hotel and spa, the resort manages over 500 private villas and luxury homes, nine restaurants, two tennis centers, a renowned recreation and nature program and has five championship golf courses, including The Ocean Course, host of the 1991 Ryder Cup and the 2012 PGA Championship.
For more information on the resort, visit www.kiawahresort.com or call 800-654-2924. Visit www.kiawahgreen.com to learn more about Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s environmental commitment.
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Contact: Michael Vegis, PR Director Phone: 843-768-2749 Email: [email protected]