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After Ocean Course beats you up, head for Kiawah Resort's more peaceful Osprey Point
Once you've experienced Kiawah Island Golf Resort's famed and daunting Ocean Course, you'll probably be in need of a friendlier kind of golf course, and Osprey Point just down the road is your haven. Shielded from the fierce, ocean winds and playing through a scenic and wild maritime forest filled with oaks and magnolias on Kiawah Island, Tom Fazio built a course that is easy on the eyes - and scorecard.

Arthur Hills' golf course at Palmetto Dunes on Hilton Head: The brain outweighs the driver
The Arthur Hills course at Palmetto Dunes isn't one of Hilton Head Island's monsters at only 6,652 yards from the back tees, but it has traditionally been a favorite of both island regulars and newcomers.

From the ashes of Sea Marsh comes Pete Dye's Heron Point golf course at Sea Pines Resort
Now called Heron Point, the old Sea Marsh course at the Sea Pines Resort on Hilton Head has been completely made over by renowned golf course architect Pete Dye. It's an excellent compliment to the other two golf courses at Sea Pines Resort: Harbour Town Golf Links and the Ocean course.

The short game makes Long Bay Club one of Myrtle Beach's most difficult golf courses
It's the green complexes architect Jack Nicklaus drew up that makes the Long Bay Club so difficult. Nicklaus has always been known for his cozy relationship with his bulldozer, and they definitely had a hot affair here, out in the hinterlands north of Myrtle Beach.

New Leopard's Chase golf course takes on Tiger's Eye at Ocean Ridge Plantation
Leopard's Chase is the fourth and newest golf course at the sprawling Ocean Ridge Plantation, and some say it's even better than Tiger's Eye, the plantation's other marquee layout. However, those who swear Tiger's Eye is better, Leopard's Chase officials whisper, are only saying that because the older course is easier.

Kiawah resort's Ocean Course at the center of a perfect long golf weekend in Charleston
On a three-day golf trip to Charleston, S.C., play courses like the Ocean at Kiawah Island resort, Wild Dunes and Patriots Point, and eat at great restaurants like Jestine's Kitchen and Magnolia's.

Landscape, price and playability make Legacy Golf Links a tasty Pinehurst-area cocktail
Legacy Golf Links, near Pinehurst, N.C., is one of those golf courses that mixes playability, conditioning and aesthetics into a nearly perfect cocktail. It beckons to the average golfer, whispers in your ear, tells you it's okay if you're a little erratic today. Don't worry about it. Come on in. It's warm inside. "This is one of the most popular courses around here because it's the friendliest," said member Peter Munster.

Osprey Point at Kiawah Island Golf Resort: Playability and perfect scenery
Scenery rules at Osprey Point Golf Club, perhaps the prettiest and most playable of Kiawah Island Golf Resort's five excellent golf courses.

New owner has improvements planned for Legend Oaks Golf Club near Charleston, S.C.
The drive to Legend Oaks Golf Club takes quite a while out of Charleston, down lonesome country roads kept cool and shady by overhanging oaks. The course benefits from the change in contours, though it could hardly be called hilly. Still, there's enough there to set it apart from coastal courses.

Golfers take it easy, watch others go to work while at Shem Creek Inn near Charleston
One of the reasons Shem Creek Inn is one of the more popular places to stay in the Charleston area is its location. The inn overlooks the creek of the same name, but its street address - on Shrimpboat Lane - tells the real story. Guests can watch the shrimp boats heading out to Charleston Harbor, while lounging around with a cup of still-steaming coffee on the pool deck.

Play some golf, learn some history at The Links Stono Ferry in Charleston, S.C.
The Links at Stono Ferry isn't so much a day on the golf course as it is a history lesson, though the golf is pretty good. This is the sort of history you expect to find when golfing in Charleston, S.C. and you get it at Stono Ferry.

Fine dining in Myrtle Beach? It's a surprise, but no joke
Vacation mecca Myrtle Beach may have a reputation for great golf courses and uber-casual dining. But aficionados of fine dining will fine a number of stellar restaurants, including Aspen Grill, Kelly Graham's Sea Blue, and Capt. Dave's Dockside Restaurant.

Best Western King Charles Inn a favorite for Charleston golfers
Charleston's Best Western King Charles Inn isn't a fancy golf resort, nor is it particularly near the area's golf courses in geographic terms. What the inn has going for it, as far as golfers are concerned, are its location and its interest in golfers themselves.

Golf real estate options still booming at South Carolina's Woodside Plantation
More than two decades after the founding of Woodside Plantation in Aiken, S.C., the upscale retirement and golf community continues to boom, with new homes and a fourth championship golf course on the way.

Little Coosaw Creek Country Club in Charleston is a heavy hitter for golfers
Coosaw Creek Country Club in Charleston, South Carolina, is only 6,593 yards from the back tees but sports a slope of 140 - that's getting pretty close to he-man status, especially for a small golf course.

P.B. Dye's fun design saves Legends' Moorland Course in Myrtle Beach
Legends' Moorland is a golf course where the fun outweighs the flaws. And there are flaws - But this course is a great way to spend an afternoon. P.B. Dye gets in his jabs, but he's also forgiving to ordinary golfers in several spots.

Great golf in the present complements Charleston's living past
Resorts like Kiawah Island and Wild Dunes packed with designer-name courses plus historic downtown architecture and great Lowcountry cuisine make Charleston one of the South's top golf-trip destinations.

Caledonia Golf & Fish Club: 'Gone with the Wind' in Myrtle Beach
Of all the "plantation golf" in the Carolinas, Caledonia Golf and Fish Club may be the finest, at least among those clubs the non-aristocrats can get into.To me, it's 'Gone with the Wind' with golf," said John Springs, general manager of Caledonia and the nearby True Blue Plantation.

Pinehurst-area golf courses in fine fettle after great growing season
Those planning a visit to Pinehurst this fall are in for a treat. Most of the golf courses in and around this hallowed ground are already in good shape, ready and waiting, thanks to cooperative weather.

Heather Glen Golf Links: Scottish delight near Myrtle Beach
Heather Glen couldn't sound more Scottish, with its soft, lyrical syllables conjuring images of dewy mist rolling off the Irish Sea. Add to that the complete name, Heather Glen Golf Links, and you think there's a Scottish theme here? Of course there is, though it's hardly the only one in Myrtle Beach to look to the home of golf for inspiration.

Sun Mountain congratulates Jenny Shin on win at The International

"I birdied the 18th hole in Saturday's round, so I felt like I could birdie that hole again," said Shin, who won the 2006 U.S. Girls' Junior Championship almost exactly four years earlier in North Carolina. read more

Mark Hubbard leads group through U.S. Amateur qualifier at Pasatiempo Golf Club

Mark Hubbard, of Denver, Colorado, led a group of four individuals in securing spots to the 110th US Amateur in a sectional qualifier at Pasatiempo Golf Club Monday. Hubbard earned medalist honors at the famous Dr. Alister MacKenzie designed course with a 36-hole total of 142. read more

Fourteen Golf equipment captures victory at LPGA's Evian Masters

"Top-10 finishes are credited with playing a mixture of Fourteen Golf equipment; the TC-550 Forged Irons, our Tour Utility Irons, and the highly popular MT-28 V5," said Fourteen Golf COO Marcy Kamoda. read more

International Club Suppliers, Private Club Marketing team up

"Partnering with ICS and its impressive roster of courses and resorts was an easy decision," said Zack Bates, Chief Executive Officer and Creative Director of Private Club Marketing. read more

AboutGolf announces release of the PGA Tour Compact SimSurround

"The new Compact SimSurround offers all the wow factor of the original SimSurround in a smaller package," said Chuck Faust, aboutGolf's President and Chief Operating Officer. read more

U.S. Kids Golf World Championship and Teen Championship begins

"The memories children experience walking the links with friends and family are invaluable. That's what delights us," said Dan Van Horn, president and founder of U.S. Kids Golf. read more

Titleist basks in performances of pro golfers playing it balls

Every week, on every shot, in every corner of the globe, more players trust the consistent performance of Titleist. This week followed a familiar script as Bernhard Langer trusted Pro V1 in claiming his first senior major title, as he edged fellow Pro V1 loyalist Corey Pavin at famed Carnoustie to capture the Senior Open Championship. read more

Katharine Dyson: Teeing it up along New York's Erie Canal

Summer is in full swing in the Finger Lakes region which lies smack in Central New York, an area with more than 11 glacial-cut lakes and dramatic gorges. But there is another piece of water of great importance here, the Erie Canal. So pack up your golf clubs and take a road trip following the general route of the Canal taking in some Erie Canal experiences along the way. read more

ProForce V2 LD returns to Re/Max World Long Drive Championship

"I designed the shaft so the average weekend golfer with a swing speed of 90-105mph could use the shaft as well," said Patrick Dempsey, owner of Horsepower Golf of Sunland, Calif. read more

Golfsmith offers guarantee of greater distance with custom fit

"Golfsmith's custom fit sales are up significantly since we launched our Custom Fit Play Better Guarantee," said Marty Hanaka, Golfsmith President and Chief Executive Officer. read more

Brandon Tucker: Bangkok voted World's Best City for travel, and golf in Thailand is just that good too

No matter where you go in Thailand, expect Perfect 10 service at the golf courses and hotels. Every country has culture and attractions to explore. But I'm guessing Bangkok and Thailand scored so highly because of their service, food and value: a combination that is unmatched from what I've seen thus far in my travels. read more

First ever pop-up golf course tees off in Adelboden, Switzerland

With a full 18 holes including a par 3 and a par 5, the pop-up course, 'Golf Mountain', is sure to provide even the most skilled of golfers with a serious challenge, as well as lots of golfing fun. read more

Graphite Design shafts capture wins on four professional tours

"These impressive victories and top finishes on four Tours in one week continue to showcase the exceptional performance benefits of Graphite Design shafts," said Tak Yamada, VP of Sales & Marketing, Graphite Design. read more

Nike driver helps Carl Pettersson to RBC Canadian Open victory

"I changed my driver a month and a half ago to the VR," said Pettersson after he secured his fourth PGA Tour victory of his career. "Yeah, the key to winning here was driving -- putting it in play." read more

Evolve Golf's Epoch Tee helps win the LPGA Tour's Evian Masters

"The best players in the world have discovered that putting the Epoch in play is the quickest and easiest way to improve distance and accuracy off the tee," said Evolve Golf Founder and CEO, B.J. Maloy. read more

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