With Irene behind many of us, and little damage to report in South Carolina, the golf season is revving up in Myrtle Beach for a fantastic end to the summer and fall season.  Myrtle Beach and much of the surrounding area was fortunate enough to avoid a direct impact from the storm, and received little overall damage to the more than 100 courses that comprise the Myrtle Beach Golf Courses community.  The weather we did receive, gave many of us a nice respite and glimpse of the cooler weather we will experience this fall and early winter.

The conditions during this time of the year, and well into the fall season, are ideal for the golfer who enjoys the sunshine, but not the scorching heat that is to be experienced in many of the summer months.  As we get deeper into the fall season, the climate provides golfers relatively lower temperatures and humidity in comparison to those experienced in the middle of the year.   Golfers can expect to enjoy the local courses without having to bare the scorching heat.

Also, this time of year gives those of you who missed the opportunity to enjoy an outing in the spring time and early summer a second chance to enjoy a milder climate.  In short, you will find the opportunity to enjoy relaxing rounds in the morning or late afternoon with temperatures steering clear of the triple digits.  The increased rainfall in the late part of the summer season also softens many areas of the course, and improves the overall condition of the greens on many of the courses.

If you are wondering where to play, Golf Digest just recently published a Myrtle Beach trip report that will provide you a quick snapshot of some of the courses to choose from.  The report provides you a good idea of how the courses played in August as well as credible comparisons of some of the best courses available.  This resource will help you navigate through the many options available to you.    Follow the link: http://www.golfdigest.com/golf-courses/blogs/wheres-matty-g/2011/08/trip-reports-myrtle-beach.html, if you are interested in hearing more about some of the premier courses and how they stood up in the trip review.

Whether you are planning a quick nine or a 36 hole tournament with friends, do not miss the opportunity to enjoy a round on the Grand Strand during this great time of year!  Remember, our GolfMasters are always available by phone 800 394 3764, email or Facebook to answer all your questions or book your rounds!

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The best season for Myrtle Beach Golf is rapidly approaching, and we have great news for anyone who has already booked or might soon book their Myrtle Beach Golf package.  Five Myrtle Beach golf courses are about to re-open following summer renovation projects.  River Club, Myrtle Beach National’s West Course, Barefoot’s Norman Course, and Lion’s Paw Golf Links are reopening this August, and Quail Creek Golf Club at Coastal Carolina is scheduled to reopen on Oct. 1.

The Fazio Course reopened in mid-July with new Champion Bermuda greens.

River Club, a 26-year-old Tom Jackson design, just reopened to the public with Champion Bermuda greens. While the course was shut down, some tee boxes were redone and a few bunkers were reshaped to make them less penal.

Myrtle Beach National’s West Course, a 37-year-old Frank Duane and Arnold Palmer design, is reopening Wednesday August 24 with Mini-Verde greens and replenished bunker sand.

The 11-year-old Greg Norman design at Barefoot and Lion’s Paw, a 20-year-old Willard Byrd and Tim Cate design at Ocean Ridge Plantation, will open in time to host Golf.com World Amateur Handicap Championship rounds.

Quail Creek, 43-year-old Gene Hamm design, is undergoing the summer’s largest renovation project in the area.  All greens and bunkers are being redone among many other modifications.

For more detailed information regarding these courses and their changes, you can read this article.

If you’re interested in booking your Myrtle Beach Golf Package, but want to do some research on Myrtle Beach courses first, make sure to visit our Golf Course Guide.  You can find course descriptions, pricing, and information on how you can book your golf trip.  If you don’t find the information you need, get in touch with us and we’ll answer any questions you might have.  We’ve booked over 1 million rounds on these courses since 1979!  We can help you with whatever you’re looking for.  We’re looking forward to hearing from you soon!

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Myrtle Beach is absolutely crazy this time of year.  We’ve got people coming in town from all over the country for family vacation, great food, and of course, Myrtle Beach golf.  If you haven’t booked your Myrtle Beach Golf Package yet this year, there’s no need to worry.  While this is quite the busy season for Myrtle Beach, the best time to go on your Myrtle Beach golf vacation is October – March.  That’s right, winter time!  Now is the time to book! 

Winter is our peak season for multiple reasons.  First, the summer here on the coast is extremely hot!  Golf in the middle of the day is going to be a little on the scorching side of sunburn.  However, our mild winters here in South Carolina are perfect for hitting the links.  

Along those same lines, if you live up north, golfing in the winter is next to impossible.  Sure, a nice day might surface here and there, but winter usually means cobwebs and a back corner garage spot for your clubs.  If you’re like most of us, 4 months without taking a swing does some serious damage for your handicap come April.  If nothing else, booking a trip down south is worth saving your swing. 

Finally, winter in Myrtle Beach is the slow season for vacationers.  If you book your Myrtle Beach golf package now for this winter, you’ll have a great opportunity to experience all the fine dining, shopping, and recreation Myrtle Beach has to offer without the traffic and waiting in lines.  

No matter where you are, you’re probably playing some consistent golf this time of year.  If you’re not one that enjoys hanging up your clubs for the winter, consider booking your Myrtle Beach golf package for the best time to golf in Myrtle Beach….winter time!  You can visit our website today for information on available packages or to contact us directly to speak with our Myrtle Beach golf experts.

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