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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We all  know how expensive, and sometimes frustrating it can be to purchase your airfare.  We at Golf Trek want to make your golf vacation as enjoyable as possible, and we will help you throughout the entire process.  Contact us today for more information on booking your next golf package.  Meanwhile, here is a great special for an airline that flies into Myrtle Beach, South Carolina quite a bit!

In This Email: $35 Off* Coupon $24 Off* Coupon Travel Deals

Your $35 Off* Coupon! Use Promo Code “35OFF” To Save On Your Next Flight! To receive $35 off* your next roundtrip purchase, just enter 35OFF in the promotion code box when booking a qualifying flight. All flights must be booked by 11:59 PM ET on November 18, 2011 for travel starting from November 17, 2011 through February 14, 2012. Coupon usage excludes travel into or out of the following markets: Armenia, Colombia; Bogota, Colombia; Medellín, Colombia; Cartagena, Colombia To save $35 off* your roundtrip purchase, you must enter 35OFF (all caps, no spaces) in the promotion code box on the homepage when booking your flight. Once the promotional code is entered, fares displayed will automatically reflect a promotional discount of $17.50 off each way for a total discount of $35* when purchasing a roundtrip reservation.Additional terms, conditions, taxes and fees apply. Baggage charges may apply.

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On October 11, 2011, Veterans Day, Mark Chapman completed 11 rounds of golf in one day.  Chapman, a 42 year old veteran, served in the United States Air Force, and he is currently a student at the Golf Academy of America in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.  He developed the 11 rounds in a day concept, as a way to support and benefit the Wounded Warrior Project and Salute Military Golf Association.

The Wounded Warrior Project is committed to helping injured military personnel when they return from combat.  They offer various programs to help the wounded soldiers and their families adapt and cope with the return to civilian life.

The Salute Military Golf Association provides various forms of golf experiences to wounded veterans as a part of rehabilitation.   This includes providing lessons and specialized equipment for the veterans as they enter a program.

After accepting the challenge and negotiating with the association to organize the event, he started a disciplined regimen that began with 300 balls on the driving range, then a round of 18 holes, followed up with another 100 balls on the range.  This regimen was built around improving his consistency and endurance for the 11 round challenge.

Chapman is originally from Elba New York, and he retired from the Air Force in 2010 as an E7 Master Sergeant, who received the Defense Meritorious Service Medal.  Specifically, he worked on national intelligence, and he served in Iraq from 2007 to 2008 and was involved in the US and NATO intervention in Kosovo in 1999.  During his service, he traveled all over the world and was stationed in England, Germany, Japan, Korea, and Alaska.

After his retirement, he considered various options but ultimately decided to attend the Golf Academy of America in Myrtle Beach.  The Golf Academy of America was founded in San Diego in 1974, that offers students a two year management degree that combines golf instruction and business management.  The Golf Academy of America has locations in San Diego, Myrtle Beach, Phoenix, Orlando, and Dallas.

For Chapman to complete the 198 holes by sunset, he had to play the 18 holes at a pace of approximately 58 minutes per round.  To accomplish this he only used a driver, 3-wood, 7-iron, two wedges, and a putter.  He was also driving an E-Z-Go golf cart that can reach up to 28 miles per hour.  He played on Waterway Hill’s Oaks Nine course.  What a way to honor Veterans Day and support two great organizations!

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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 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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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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Calling all golfers in Canada. Book your next Myrtle Beach Golf Vacation and fly Porter Air.

“This is the ideal time for Canadians to take advantage of the warmer winter golf season and the peak of spring weather. The return of Porter Air truly benefits the area by bringing in much needed seasonal business with a direct flight from Toronto in plenty of time for the 50th Annual Can-Am Days Festival March 12-20,” Director of Airports Michael La Pier said in a press release.

For the full article click here

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Greetings Golfers,

Week 3 of our nine week giveaway begins today.

The correct answer to our week 2 giveaway was The Pearl. The winner of a free round for 4 goes to MARK GIESE. Congratulations to Mark. To claim your free round all you need to do is contact a Golfmaster at 800-394-3764 AND mention your win on your Facebook page.

Week Three’s first clues for a free round for 4 are:

• Extensive renovations were done to this 27 hole facility. Over 2 million was spent to restore / upgrade the golf course.
• Removed over 200 trees to make it more playable

To be eligible for this weeks random drawing simply comment on our Facebook page with your guess as to which course it is. Let us know your best score, favorite hole or whatever fun fact you have.

More clues will be released on our Facebook page on Wednesday and Friday with the winner announced on Monday, along with a new giveaway……

To book the perfect Myrtle Beach Golf Vacation Click Here

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