Golf Travel Blog

The long and short of it, YES, The Cradle Course is a must play for all golfers venturing to Pinehurst Resort. In fact, it's also a great spot for golfers heading to the area yet not staying at the resort itself - tee times can be booked 24-hours in advance for non-guests. Although I have not personally played it, the pictures tell me everything I need to know, and quite honestly, I can't think of a better way of finishing off a day of golf with your buddies than having some fun on the short course.

We are asked all the time what the perfect buddies golf vacation would be for larger groups, and as a result, we have created several - this one in particular being at Pinehurst Resort. Simply put, our Pinehurst Ultimate Buddies golf vacation is a must and will be the talk of your group for years to come.

After having the pleasure of playing Pinehurst No. 2 a couple of weeks ago, albeit a less than stellar round of golf on my part, I have a few simple tips that will make the experience that much better for golfers of any skill level.

It's that time of year again. The freshly-cut grass smell is back, golf greens are being aerated, and your clubs are ready to hit some golf balls. Not only is it that time of year at your local golf course, but it's also that time of year in Scotland.

Anytime a golf course is associated with the design team of Coore & Crenshaw golfers know they are likely in for something very special.

"You're a golf addicted idiot!" Says the wife of a customer of ours, that will remain nameless, but I can say his name does start with a "Jay" . . . I mean "J" . . . Anyway, allow me to get back to teeing this one up before getting to the destination ideas . . . "You're a golf addicted idiot!"

Unfortunately, the cold winter months are fast approaching. So it's a perfect time to start brainstorming some ideas for you and your buddies for the perfect "Get the Heck out of the Cold & Snow" winter golf package.

The Saguaro Course at We-Ko-Pa - a Coore & Crenshaw design - opened for play December 2006, and has not looked back as the top golf course the public can play in the state of Arizona (Golfweek Magazine).