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Daytona Beach Florida is a Golfer’s Paradise
If you say the words
Daytona Beach to a person with even a minimal amount golf knowledge, more
than likely their mind's eye will draw up images of unending, gorgeous
golf courses and fantasies of some of the best golfing that can be found
anywhere in the world. And there is a good reason why that is so.
Daytona Beach is fast becoming recognized, not for its beaches and
unsurpassed nightlife, but for the fun that it offers on the green. In
fact, Daytona Beach is so interconnected with this sport, that it is
rapidly becoming known as Florida's golf capital and is the new home of
the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA), which recently moved
their headquarters to Daytona from Texas.
Boasting of more than 30 golf courses including 20 championship golf
courses, one could view Daytona as a sea of green and a golfer's paradise.
From beginner courses to advanced courses, Daytona's golfing scene has an
attraction for every golfing enthusiast no matter what his or her
experience level.
Daytona's championship golf courses line the 23-mile expanse of the
Daytona Beach coastline. With temperatures averaging little more than 70
degrees, Daytona's golf courses are ideal for spending an entire day on
the green. And with great restaurants, resorts and area attractions
nearby, a golfing vacation to Daytona is one that the whole family can
enjoy.
One of the most popular golfing spots of the Daytona Beach area is Pelican
Bay. This 18-hole champion golf course, designed by Lloyd Clifton, winds
through a wilderness area complete with a series of water canals and
lakes. This course is also visited often by area wildlife so you may just
find yourself enjoying more than a relaxing round of golf under the
Florida sun.
Another popular course among golfers is the Spruce Creek Country Club.
Consisting of nearly 7,000 yards of fairways, lakes and greens, the Spruce
Creek Country Club's course, designed by Bill Amick, sports 18 holes and
perfectly manicured grounds.
And golfing at one of the more than 30 golf courses in the Daytona Beach
is very affordable when it's not free. That's right, free. During the
months of May through October, Daytona hosts a free golfing program where
you can golf for free on many of the premier courses in the Daytona Beach
area. This program is sponsored by the Golf Daytona Beach organization and
is a favorite among die-hard golfers because greens fees can really add up
if you golf everyday. The program works like this: If you stay at a
participating hotel for two or more consecutive nights, you'll get a free
round of golf for each day of your stay. You must play after noon, and
cart fees are extra, but with greens fees averaging $30 per day, the free
golf program is an exceptional deal.
While golfing for free everyday would be nice, it's not always possible.
Some actually have to pay to play a round of golf. But when you have to
pay in Daytona, it is more affordable than what you might think. With more
than 20 champion golf courses designed by pros such as Arnold Palmer, Gary
Player, Arthur Hills, Rees Jones and Lloyd Clifton, you might expect to
pay an arm and a leg to golf these exceptional courses. But in fact, many
offer very affordable rates, and when combined with accommodations
packages, you can save an unbelievable amount of money.
You can even golf one of two premier courses of the LPGA for a reasonable
price. One of those courses is known as The Champions Course and is the
site of the prestigious LPGA Mercury Titleholders event. The second
course, The Legends, just opened for public play last October. The LPGA
facility also features a teaching academy with practice holes, greens and
a driving range.
In addition to all of the great golfing to be had in the Daytona, Florida
area, there are beaches, shops, fine restaurants, museums, attractions and
entertainment galore. And who could forget that Disney World is less than
an hour away. So, if you are looking for a dream vacation getaway for your
family and a relaxing week of golf for yourself, Daytona may be just the
spot to make all of your vacation dreams come true.
By Rose Lenk
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By Rose Lenk
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