When you visit Myrtle Beach to take that golf vacation you have always dreamed of, you will certainly want to consider Carolina National Golf Course.  It is a splendid course, in a great location that will provide you with a complete golfing experience filled with both fun and challenging holes.

Carolina National is a magnificent 4.5 star rated, 27 hole golf course that was designed by Fred Couples.  With 27 holes, you will have approximately 135 tee placements to play from, giving you countless variations.  Each of the nines are named after native waterbirds:  Egret, Heron, and Ibis.   For you bird lovers out there, the course is actually recognized and certified as an Audubon Sanctuary.  Not only will you have the chance to play some great golf, but also witness some majestic scenery and remarkable wildlife.  The course also boasts some 300 to 400 year old oak trees that are truly amazing.  Each of the nines are fairly on par with one another in terms of difficulty.  Make sure you make an entire day of it on the course, and play the full 27 holes, because you won’t regret it!

Here is a description of the course from their website:

Carolina National Golf Club is a 27-hole Fred Couples signature golf facility set along the Lockwood Folly River.  Winding through rich low country terrain, the course offers an endless variety of playing experiences.  It has been recognized by Golf Digest as one of the finest courses on the eastern seaboard, and is conveniently located in Brunswick County, between Myrtle Beach, SC and Wilmington, NC.

Carolina National Golf Club is also an Audubon-Certified Sanctuary Golf Course.  This honor comes with the responsibility to uphold the principles of environmental stewardship such as maintaining a refuge for wildlife and a healthy environment.

The course was designed to accommodate all skill levels through its innovative design and multiple tee placements.  Just over 7,000 yards from the tips, the course will challenge the accomplished golfer, yet five sets of strategically placed tees offer an equally challenging test to golfers of all abilities.

Carolina National Golf Club has three distinctive nines; Egret, Heron and IBIS, which play in a trio of 18-hole combinations. The course was designated to accommodate all skill levels through its innovative design and multiple tee placements. Just over 7,000 yards from the tips, the course will challenge the accomplished golfer, yet five sets of strategically placed tees offer an equally challenging test to golfers abilities.

Book your next Myrtle Beach golf vacation today, and play Carolina National!

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Wicked Stick in Myrtle Beach, SC is a great golf course to keep in mind when you are booking your next golf package or vacation.  This is John Daly’s first ever signature golf course located in Myrtle Beach.  He teamed up with architect Clyde Johnston to help design and develop the course, resulting in a links course with forgiving, wide fairways and “Daly” tee positions that will challenge you long ball hitters.  Here are there revised rates for the upcoming season!

Effective January 16th, ALL packages booked at Wicked Stick are eligible for a GUARANTEED FREE REPLAY after 130 PM.  Replays can be booked when you make your reservation.  Please inquire for more information.

36 Holes of golf for the price of 18… can’t beat that!

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If you have booked a golf package or golf trip to Myrtle Beach in the past, you will know that there are plenty of quality courses to chose from in the area.  It can be overwhelming at times to select your courses.  Here is a quick review and description of one course that you are sure to enjoy:

The Willard Byrd Course of the Sea Trail

This course is located in Sunset Beach, North Carolina (279 Clubhoue Road, Sunset Beach, NC 28468), and it is truly a great course to play.  The course is a par of the Sea Trail, which is a  beautiful collection of courses in Sunset Beach, which is only 15 minutes from Myrtle Beach.  The trail provides 3 award-winning signature golf courses, including the Willard Byrd Course.   Here are some basic facts on the course, and what you should expect when you play:

The Willard Byrd Course requires a distinctively different approach thanks to a constricting tree line, challenging greenside bunkering system, and lakes ranging from 14-20 acres. Strategically placed tee shots are essential for successful play on Byrd’s newly renovated undulating greens of Champions Bermuda. A picturesque and scenic 18th hole between two beautiful ponds finishes the course at the Jones-Byrd Clubhouse. The course measures 6750 yards from the blue tees; 6,251 yards from the white tees; 5,561 yards from the gold tees; and 4,697 yards from the red tees.

Year Opened: 1990

Holes: 18, Par: 72

Walking Allowed: No

Sunday Alcohol: After Noon

Coolers: Only small, 6-pack size coolers allowed

Spikes: Soft

Greens: Champions Bermuda

When you consider the Willard Byrd course, remember that they are truly known for their playability.  They are not overly difficult or challenging, but always fun.  You should expect wide fairways, some sand scattered throughout, and your typical dogleg holes.   This course is always in great condition, and you can play all three Sea Trail courses at a very special rate.  They have a great clubhouse and excellent practice facilities available.  Book your next Myrtle Beach golf vacation today, and play the Willard Byrd Course!

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Kings North at Myrtle Beach National is located at 4900 National Drive, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Arnold Palmer redesigned this extraordinary course in 1996.  The course was originally opened in 1973, but was redesigned and reconstructed under Arnold Palmer’s vision in 1996.  The goal has been to transform it into one of the Grand Strand’s best upscale courses.    It has earned much acclaim over the years, and in 2004 it made its way into the prestigious Golf Digest list of “America’s 100 greatest public courses.”  So if you are booking a Myrtle Beach golf vacation or package, it is a course you should definitely have on your list.

The Palmer design has given this course a variety of unique and interesting holes.  Most of the course is fairly wide open, depending on your playing ability, and the hazards are made less dangerous by the placement of generous landing areas for drives.  This structure gives golfers great opportunity to be well positioned off the tee.  As with any course, a player’s level of play and general preferences for course construction make it hard to pinpoint an honest interpretation of why the course is great.  However, here are the facts:

The par 3’s on the course measure between 140 and 190 yards from the tips, and 129 and 178 yards from the gold tees.  The par 3’s on the course are gorgeous in design, but some of them are distinctly challenging and intimidating.  For example, the green on the fourth hole, a par 3 measuring approximately 168 yards from the gold tees, is fronted by water giving it a natural slope in that direction.   The water forces you to focus on your placement and ball striking.

King’s North also has 3 large par 4’s that are spread around the course. They are longer than 460 yards when playing from the tips.  However, it should be noted that the course has a good variety of par 4’s with doglegs and which require plenty of variation in your approaches to the tee.

The Par 5s on the course can truly go either way for most players. If you are strong off the tee, most are reachable in two, but the hazards still make it a gamble.  If you are moderate to shorter off the tee, you will most likely be there in 3.  Hopefully you can two putt it from there!

Overall, the course is in immaculate shape and a great option for you to play a Palmer designed course in Myrtle Beach, SC.  If you are interested in booking a trip in the near future, don’t hesitate to c contact us and we’ll get your tee times booked and your vacation scheduled.

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With all the new courses that have re-opened, and many options to choose from in and around Myrtle Beach, it is always helpful to have a brief course review.   The course we will be discussing today is Crow Creek Golf Club, which is located in Calabash, North Carolina.  It is a great option for the golfer that enjoys wide-open fairways as well as fantastic scenery.

The location of Crow Creek Golf Club in Calabash, gives golfers an opportunity to get away from it all and experience a country feel.  The conditions and maintenance on the course are always two important factors when evaluating a course.  For Crow Creek, they do a great job of taking care of their greens, traps, and fairways.  They provide a good quality experience from start to finish.  It is also fairly inexpensive compared to most courses in the area, and provides a great short get away.

Additionally, the course is a fun course for most golfers.  The open space, and the fairly low amount of hazards make it a great option for the average golfer who is looking for a good time.  Here are a few more details regarding the course:  the greens are made up of L93 Bent grass, the course is 7,100 yards from the back tees, and it has hosted many tournaments including the Hooters Tour Summer/Winter events as well as The World Am.

The course is going on its eleventh year, and opened in 2000.  The course was designed by Rick Robbins, who made hole number 8 a memorable hole, as it features an old hunting cabin that has been there long before the course opened.  Another feature of the course is the Caw-Caw River that runs through certain areas of play.  Hole 18 is a shorter par 5, that is also a great hole on the course, and it gives most players the opportunity to finish strong.

If you are planning a Myrtle Beach golf outing or vacation in the near future be sure to call on us.  No matter the course or your level of play, we are here to help make your Myrtle Beach golf outing a success.  We can provide you with packages, additional information, and recommendations for you and your group. We will help you plan and book a great Myrtle Beach Golf vacation. It is a fabulous time to enjoy Myrtle Beach Golf, and we are available to help make that happen for you.

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The weather has changed, and so have the courses in Myrtle Beach!  The recent fall weather has brought with it opportunities to play courses that have been closed for periods of the summer or over the past year.  Don’t miss a great opportunity to play a newly restored course.  If you are booking an outing or a Myrtle Beach Golf Package in the near future, you should definitely be aware of some of the changes and re-openings that are taking place in the community.

Many of the courses that were closed for periods during the summer or over the past year have reopened or are set to reopen shortly.  Brick Landing in Ocean Isle Beach, NC is set to reopen at the end of October after having a 22 month closing, and Quail Creek Golf Club of Coastal Carolina University reopened Monday, October 3 just to name a few.  These openings create two great opportunities to hit the links on some well-known courses that have been out of commission for some time.

The renovations to Quail Creek Golf Club provide a unique opportunity for you to enjoy a Myrtle Beach golf course that has just replaced all 18 greens with the popular “Mini Verde.”   Much of the summer heat has forced course managers and maintenance personnel to reevaluate their strategies when it comes to maintaining courses throughout the year.    You can find out more about “Mini Verde” by visiting the following site: http://www.miniverdegreens.com/.  This grass is meant to have an excellent feel, and require minimal maintenance in comparison to its counterparts.  It also has a good reputation form retaining its color throughout the cooler seasons.   A recent column in the Sun News highlights many of the updates and re-openings taking place in Myrtle Beach.   You can follow the link below to read more:

http://www.thesunnews.com/2011/10/03/2424279/renovations-wrapping-up-on-strand.html – storylink=misearch

So, if you are planning a Myrtle Beach golf outing in the near future be sure to check out the above article and try a newly renovated course!  If you are seeking additional information on Myrtle Beach Golf, and trying to find just the right course then contact us.  We will help you plan and book a great Myrtle Beach Golf vacation. It is a fabulous time to enjoy Myrtle Beach Golf, and we are available to find you places to stay, build your itenerary, and book your tee times so all you have to worry about is your swing.

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The Pearl, also known as “The Gem of the Carolina’s” is tucked quietly on the banks of the Brunswick coastal marshland in the heart of Calabash, North Carolina, and just a short drive from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Dan Maples masterfully designed The Pearl’s two Championship golf courses – The Pearl East and The Pearl West, to challenge golfers at all skill levels while showcasing the spectacular 900-acre marsh surroundings. The Pearl is open year round and we’ve been booking our guests there for over 20 years! 

We recently posted a blog discussing the difference in grasses used for putting greens on golf courses. The Pearl has closed the East Course from now until October 1, 2011 to install new Mini Verde Bermuda Greens and do routine maintenance. 

If you’re interested in following The Pearl’s new renovations, you can do so by following their progress on Facebook.  If you’re interested in playing the East or West Course, make sure to get in touch with us today.  With over 1 million rounds booked, we’ve sent many people to The Pearl.  It is truly a gem, and we have no doubt you’ll love it

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The majority of golf courses, including those in Myrtle Beach, have traditionally had bentgrass greens because of their carpet like turf and root system that allows the grass to come in thick and deep green in color.  Check out Augusta National’s greens for a prime example! Another reason for bentrgrass’ popularity is the low level of maintenance required for upkeep.

Despite the many benefits of bentgrass greens, one problem remains; they don’t do well in hot summers.  It’s no surprise that many of Myrtle Beach’s golf courses have moved to Bermuda grass greens.  Bermuda grass is more fit for areas with mild winters and hot summers.  While they do require more maintenance, they tend to maintain their color and texture all year long, giving you perfect greens throughout the fall and winter here in Myrtle Beach.

In fact, just this year, we’ve seen six of our most popular courses make the move to Bermuda.  Barefoot Resort’s Norman Course opened Sept. 3 after a renovation changed its greens from A1 bentgrass to Champion Bermuda. The resort’s Fazio Course made the same move earlier this summer, opening in July.

Myrtle Beach National Co. installed new Champion Bermuda greens at the River Club, while the Myrtle Beach National West Course and on the Avocet Course at Wild Wing Resort recently made the switch to MiniVerde Bermuda.  All three reopened in August.

The Lion’s Paw Golf Links, the oldest of the courses at Ocean Ridge Plantation, switched to MiniVerde greens after the success renovation at Panther’s Run in 2010.

Finally, the Quail Creek Golf Club at Coastal Carolina University is currently closed as the course is reportedly changing over from TifDwarf Bermuda to MiniVerde.

So what does this mean for you?  If you’ve booked your Myrtle Beach Golf package for this fall or winter, you’re going to have beautiful, smooth rolling greens to play on.  If you’re considering booking your Myrtle Beach Golf package, you could be playing on those same greens, so make a move and book yours today.

For information on Myrtle Beach Golf, contact us right away.  We know everything you’ll need to know to book a great Myrtle Beach Golf vacation.  We can set you up with places to stay, handle your travel itinerary, and book your golf.  Don’t hesitate.  We’ll talk with you soon!

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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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