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Hilton
Head Island is Golf Heaven - and the Ocean Too
by: Mark Ridgway
Imagine, 42 square miles
of golf and surf
Hilton Head Island is
appropriately called Golf Island. Located just off the coast of
South Carolina, the semi- tropical 12-mile barrier island is devoted
to providing world-class golf, tennis or water-recreation activities
to the 2.5 million visitors who arrive annually. The majority are
seniors, who faithfully return each year during the balmy winter
months.
Hilton Head Island was
the first eco-planned destination in the United States, in the
mid-1950s. Those early efforts to protect the unique, scenic
ecosystem have served as historic models for contemporary land-use
planning. Any visitor today encounters the same fertile salt
marshes, forests of moss- draped oaks, and pristine beaches enjoyed
by the island’s early settlers.
Golf Island’s total
devotion to pleasing travelers didn’t just happen on its own. It was
painstakingly designed to create a first-class resort and
recreational mecca. The island is warmed by the Gulf Stream (how
about the golf stream?), which keeps average temperatures about 70
degrees. That assures a year-round golf season, with a million
rounds of golf played annually in Hilton Head, SC.
Let’s Talk some Serious
Golf
There are 24 golf
courses on the Hilton Head Island (10 of them private). Some of
these are world-class championship courses (hosting major
tournaments like the Heritage and the Celebrity Golf Tournament).
And if that’s not enough choices for you, there’s easy access to
another 40 courses conveniently reached off the island, in the
Hilton Head, SC area.
But don’t feel like
you’ve got to be an outstanding golfer to get the most enjoyment out
of the available courses. Facilities exist for every skill level.
And the Golf Coordinator at Hilton Head Rentals & Golf can match
your own personal style and skills to the best courses for you.
The range of packages
offered keeps golfing holidays affordable. There’s no such thing as
a charge for a golf cart. They’re always included, along with
guaranteed tee times and green fees.
Tennis also provides
another major attraction for tourists. Tennis lovers can enjoy over
300 tennis courts, along with an abundance of tennis training
professionals and tournaments.
No Interest in Golf or
Tennis? There’s still the Ocean
Start with twelve miles
of sandy, year-around beaches that overlook the Atlantic Ocean. Add
eight marinas. You’re ready for fishing and water sports. For a
person hankering for something more strenuous than sightseeing,
waterskiing, windsurfing, scuba diving, and crabbing beckon. Or just
try stretching out on the sand. There’s a lot to be said for doing
nothing but soaking up the sun and sand - as much as you can.
Capturing Memorable
Experiences
A person can’t play golf
or tennis (or even fish) all the time - no matter how pleasant. So
relaxation-seeking visitors are enticed by a huge selection of
enjoyable amusements or cultural events. Start with the island’s 250
plus restaurants that cater to every taste, ethnic cuisine, and
price range. And don’t overlook the array of freshly caught seafood.
You’re looking for a
total experience, much like a symphony. All the parts (lodging,
recreation, quality of service, dining) merge harmoniously together
- without a single sour note. That’s what every visitor stores up
and takes back home, once the vacation is over.
Enjoy a Symphony of
Pleasures
If you’re expecting the
finest "symphony" of experiences, where you choose to stay needs to
be just as unforgettable as the island’s first-rate recreational
offerings. Accommodations can be found to match every taste and
price range.
Choose from:
But if you really want
to pamper yourself, start at Hilton Head Rentals & Golf, with over
250 premier Hilton Head condos, villas and homes for rent on the
island.
Picture this. You’re
waking up with your sweetie beside you, languidly looking forward to
a day on the golf course. And not just any golf course - a legendary
one. You can smell the ocean, without even seeing it. You’ll do that
later, after your leisurely breakfast on the verandah. There’s not a
thing that needs doing, except figuring out what amusement takes
your fancy - and where you want to dine. No need to rush. Remember
you’re on holiday. One you won’t soon forget.
Come join us at
Hilton Head Rentals & Golf for an island vacation you’ll never
forget! Visit us at
http://www.hiltonheadvacation.com
or call us toll free at 800-445-8664 for exciting golf packages and
more.
© Mark Ridgway, 2004
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