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Golf enthusiasts planning a vacation to the Caribbean and Bahamas will be thrilled with the number of courses in the region. Whether you are a novice or advanced golfer, there is a course that caters to your needs. And to encourage golfers to tee off in the Caribbean, several properties feature golf packages with substantial savings. The following is a sampling of the many courses in the region, as well as some golf packages offered by hotels. Arrange your Caribbean Golf Travel with our Caribbean Golf Specialists! Golf News -
Radisson Cable Beach & Golf Resort GOLF NEWS -
RADISSON CABLE BEACH & GOLF RESORT - NASSAU, BAHAMAS NEWLY REDESIGNED GOLF COURSE IN NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The much-anticipated transformation of Nassau's first public golf course into a challenging, multi-faceted course has been unveiled and all 18 holes are now open for play at the RADISSON CABLE BEACH & GOLF RESORT. The redesign features a reshaping of the course's fairways, repositioning of greens and the creation of new hazards and water-lined holes through two-thirds of the course. Better year-round playing conditions are insured by the addition of a salt-tolerant grass called paspalum, that is greener, firmer and more upright, withstanding the salty breezes and tropical climate, while offering a premium putting surface. The course's transformation was overseen by veteran designer and consultant Fred M. Settle, Jr. of International Golf Design, Inc. The redesign from this esteemed expert promises to propel the course's stature from one of local notoriety to being regarded as one of the finest resort courses in the world. DESIGNED FOR THE RESORT PLAYER, BUT CHALLENGING ENOUGH FOR LOW HANDICAPPER - The philosophy behind the new design was to re-create a spectacular course with a choice of tees to accommodate golfer of all skill levels - particularly the resort golfer. With four tees to play from, the par 71 course offers 6,453 yards from the blue tees; 6,001 yards from the white; 5,412 yards from the gold tees; and 4,755 yards from the red tees. Low handicappers looking for length, long carries, and a challenging round can play from the blue tees, while the beginner golfer hitting from the red tees will avoid all carries and find wide open fairways, large greens guarded by mounds, and few sand bunkers. The greens are large and receptive with a minimum of undulation, and are fun to putt. Approach shots to the greens provide the feel of hitting down to them, with an element of containment to keep balls from running astray. ALL-INCLUSIVE GREENS FEES - The Radisson Cable Beach & Golf Resort is the only resort in the Islands of the Bahamas to offer free golf as a part of its all-inclusive program. Greens fees are incorporated into the resort's all-inclusive vacation plan. This is just one of the many great incentives provided to guests of the resort. (A nominal cart fee per round is additional). Enticing greens fees are also available for the resort's room-only guests.
GOLF RESORTS IN THE CARIBBEAN JOLLY
HARBOUR BEACH RESORT, MARINA AND GOLF CLUB Guests staying at one of the Antigua Resorts properties - including the St. James' Club, Galley Bay, Royal Antiguan Tennis & Beach Resort, and Jolly Harbour - can enjoy unlimited play on the 18-hole course at the JOLLY HARBOUR BEACH RESORT, MARINA AND GOLF CLUB. BACK TO 'GOLF RESORTS IN THE CARIBBEAN' TIERRA
DEL SOL The 18-hole, par-71 TIERRA DEL SOL course designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. is located on the island's northwestern tip. A pool and clubhouse are located on the premises, along with a pro shop, locker rooms, and a restaurant. BACK TO 'GOLF RESORTS IN THE CARIBBEAN' ARUBA
GOLF CLUB Another option for golfers is the ARUBA GOLF CLUB, which features nine holes near San Nicklaus. A clubhouse offers a bar, storage rooms, a workshop, showers, and lockers. BACK TO 'GOLF RESORTS IN THE CARIBBEAN' TREASURE
CAY HOTEL RESORT & MARINA TREASURE CAY HOTEL RESORT & MARINA, a 95-unit property on Abaco, features a golf package with play at its par 72, 18-hole golf course, designed by Dick Wilson,which was rated as a four-star course by 'Golf Digest' magazine last year. Available for 3-to 7-night stays, the plan covers accommodations, unlimited golf, shared use of a golf cart, airport taxi transfers, a welcome drink, taxes, and a housekeeping gratuity. BACK TO 'GOLF RESORTS IN THE CARIBBEAN' ALMOND
BEACH CLUB RESORT GOLF COURSE This island has five courses from which to choose. The ALMOND BEACH CLUB RESORT GOLF COURSE offers a nine-hole layout. BARBADOS
GOLF CLUB Another option for golfers is the BARBADOS GOLF CLUB, which opened in late August last year. Designed by Ron Kirby, the 18-hole, par-72 course is the first public course on the island, and it has a club house, bar, and restaurant onsite. Club rentals, shoes, pull trolleys, and cart rentals are available. ROCKLEY
GOLF CLUB The ROCKLEY GOLF CLUB is located at the all-inclusive CLUB ROCKLEY RESORT, on the south coast. The simple, nine-hole, 18-tee layout allows guests to play from various tee positions. Clubs and trolleys are available for rent. ROYAL
WESTMORELAND GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB A Robert Trent Jones Jr.-designed course, the ROYAL WESTMORELAND GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB, features 18 holes. The club is part of a $400 million residential and tourism resort development that includes 350 condos, a clubhouse, restaurant, pool, fitness center, and racquet club. SANDY
LANE GOLF CLUB Also, visitors to Barbados will have the opportunity to play at the SANDY LANE GOLF CLUB, which will have two new 18-hole courses this year designed by Tom Fazio. (The original nine-hole course is currently open.) COLONY
CLUB, TAMARIND COVE & TURTLE BEACH ELEGANT HOTELS, a group of five Barbados hotels, offers a golf package at three of its properties, COLONY CLUB, TAMARIND COVE, and TURTLE BEACH. With a 7-night minimum stay, the plan includes four rounds of golf for one person at all three properties. For each additional two nights booked, guests receive one extra round of golf. BACK TO 'GOLF RESORTS IN THE CARIBBEAN' LINKS AT
SAFE-HAVEN Golfers traveling to the Cayman Islands can swing into action at the LINKS AT SAFE-HAVEN course, which is five miles from George Town. This 18-hole course will challenge both professionals and amateurs. The Clubhouse features a restaurant, an open-air bar, a shop, and lockers room facilities. Putting greens, chipping, and bunker practice areas, and an aqua driving range are also onsite. BACK TO 'GOLF RESORTS IN THE CARIBBEAN' CASA DE
CAMPO The Dominican Republic is home to 23 golf courses. Golfers can choose from such links as those at CASA DE CAMPO or the Robert Trent Jones-designed courses of PLAYA DORADA and PLAYA GRANDE. Other options are the PUNTA CANA GOLF COURSE, the COCOTAL GOLD & COUNTRY CLUB, GOLF DE BAVARO, LOS MARLINS, and SANTO DOMINGO COUNTRY CLUB in the southern region of the country. Another option is LAS AROMAS, a tree-lined course in Santiago. Several nine-hole courses are also located on the island. BACK TO 'GOLF RESORTS IN THE CARIBBEAN' WHITE
WITCH GOLF COURSE The RITZ-CARLTON ROSE HALL, JAMAICA, opened its doors in August of last year in Montego Bay. At the property's 18-hole WHITE WITCH GOLF COURSE, which winds through the mountains, most holes offer views of the Caribbean Sea. Designed by Robert von Hagge and Rick Baril. TRYALL
CLUB Golfers can also play at the TRYALL CLUB, located 12 miles west of Montego Bay. The 6,22-yard par-72 golf course was designed by Ralph Plummer. The Tryall Club in Montego Bay is offering a range of unusual golf packages designed as add-ons to accommodation costs. Tryall's 6,221-yard, par 72 track has attracted prestigious international events like the Jonnie Walker World Championships, Mazda Champions, Jamaica Classic, and Shell's Wonderful World of Golf. TRYALL's 'Introduction to Golf' for beginners only offers instruction with a half hour on the course, followed by three custom-designed 75-minute clinics. Cost is $105 for the course, or $35 per clinic and includes all necessary equipment except golf glove and golf attire. Within TRYALL'S 2,200-acre former plantation are 56 private homes, fully staffed and available for rent through the CLUB. In the 200-year-old plantation house, 13 one and two-bedroom serviced Great House Villa Suites offer the same luxury for less. BACK TO 'GOLF RESORTS IN THE CARIBBEAN' FREGATE
BLEUE INN FREGATE BLEUE INN, a seven-room hilltop inn, offers antique-bedecked rooms with air conditioning, Persian rugs, and four-poster beds. Tennis, golf, and a beach are located nearby, and a swimming pool is located on the property. Guests can also play tennis on four lighted championship courts, and use onsite exercise facilities and putting greens. BACK TO 'GOLF RESORTS IN THE CARIBBEAN' AGUIRRE
GOLF CLUB This island destination has a variety of golf courses for visitors, including the AGUIRRE GOLF CLUB and PALMAS DEL MAR. Some hotels also have golf courses or can arrange tee times at area courses; these include the BAHIA BEACH PLANTATION, WYNDHAM EL CONQUISTADOR RESORT, HYATT DORADO BEACH RESORT, HYATT CERROMAR, and WESTIN RIO MAR GOLF CLUB. BACK TO 'GOLF RESORTS IN THE CARIBBEAN' SANDALS
GOLF CLUB SANDALS GOLF CLUB has a nine-hole, par-33 course that over looks the ocean. Guests of SANDALS ST. LUCIA GOLF RESORT & SPA will receive complimentary greens fees, which otherwise cost $45 for 18 holes and $30 for nine. BACK TO 'GOLF RESORTS IN THE CARIBBEAN' CARENAGE
BAY BEACH & GOLF CLUB CARENAGE BAY BEACH & GOLF CLUB, a glamorous, new $200 million resort in the Grenadines that opened last year on the island of Canouan. Managed by Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, the property offers an 18-hole golf course, a first for the island! St. Croix BUCCANEER The BUCCANEER offers golfers another option with a 5,810-yard, par-70, 18-hole course. Lessons can be arranged with golf pro Tim Johnston. REEF GOLF
COURSE The REEF GOLF COURSE on Teague Bay features nine holes, covers more than 3,100 yards and is ideal for beginners. Daily greens fees start at $10. Another 18-hole course is a Robert Trent Jones Jr.-designed course located at the CARMBOLA GOLF CLUB. St. Thomas MAHOGANY
RUN MAHOGANY RUN's 18-hole course was designed by George and Tom Fazio. The 6,022-yard, par-70 course is located 20 minutes north of Charlotte Amalie. Rental clubs and carts are available. BACK TO 'GOLF RESORTS IN THE CARIBBEAN' CARIBBEAN GOLF SPECIALS The ACCRA BEACH HOTEL & RESORT is offering a golf package that includes hotel accommodations based on double occupancy, welcome tropical cocktail, daily buffet breakfast, roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, all applicable taxes and gratuities, a three-day unlimited golf pass with three nights' accommodation, seven-day unlimited golf pass with seven nights' accommodation, one free ball with the Barbados Golf Club logo, 10 percent off Barbados Golf Club merchandise. The package is available throughout the year. July 16 through Oct. 15, 2006, three nights go for $475, seven nights $1,035; Oct. 16 through Dec. 14, 2006, three nights cost $475, seven nights $1,042. BACK TO CARIBBEAN GOLF SPECIALS SANDY LANE is offering a golf and spa package valid Oct. 31, 2006. The package includes eight rounds of golf at the Country Club per person on a 14-night stay including cart; six rounds of golf at the Country Club per person on a 10-night stay including cart; six rounds of golf at the Country Club per person on a 10-night stay including cart; four rounds of golf at the Country Club per person on a seven-night stay including cart; and two rounds of golf at the Country Club per person on a five-night stay including cart and two rounds of golf at the Country Club per person on a five-night stay including cart. It also features a personal fitness assessment for two, non-motorized watersports and full English breakfast daily. Each round of golf can be substituted for a spa voucher worth $50. Rates start at $3,400 for a five-night stay in an Orchid Room or $4,300 for a five-night stay in a Luxury Ocean Room (10 percent service charge). BACK TO CARIBBEAN GOLF SPECIALS Thanks
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