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Find your island and find an open tee time on a golf

course designed by a legend. Find plenty of sand and water.

Find that playing here is a pleasure on and off the course.

Visit FortMyers-Sanibel.com to find your island today or call

888-856-1875 for a free Lonely Planet guidebook.

play where it’s impossible to avoid the water.

surround yourself with the thingsthat matter most.

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Greetings fellow Golfer,

Welcome to the new and improved 2013 Ultimate Golf VaCatioNS magazine, featuring a handpicked collection of our favourite golf resorts, courses and destinations.

once again we have brought out the best, whether you’re travelling with a group of buddies, combining a business trip with a little swing time or short jaunt with your spouse. Be it florida, arizona or South Carolina we’re ready to tailor a golf vacation to suit your taste, time and budget. Perhaps you’re ready for something more adventurous like ireland, Wales or Portugal? thinking golf and wine might suit your taste? California and oregon are yours to discover. We’ve even included all-inclusive options for those wanting to mix sun and surf with long drives and true rolling greens.

let’s chat! our golf travel professionals look forward to speaking with you. or simply go online at UltimateGolf.ca and check out the up-to-date packages, prices and exclusive deals! either way, when you contact Ultimate Golf Vacations you’re dealing with Canada’s most recognized golf vacation provider.

i hope you enjoy this season’s collection. We look forward to serving you on your next Ultimate Golf Vacation!

See you on links,

Doug PatersonNational Director, Merit Golf & Ski Vacations

Omni Amelia Island Plantation

WhY Ultimate Golf VaCatioNS?

Find your island and find an open tee time on a golf

course designed by a legend. Find plenty of sand and water.

Find that playing here is a pleasure on and off the course.

Visit FortMyers-Sanibel.com to find your island today or call

888-856-1875 for a free Lonely Planet guidebook.

play where it’s impossible to avoid the water.

surround yourself with the thingsthat matter most.

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florida 4

South Carolina 10

arizona 12

oregon 16

California 18

Hawaii 23

all inclusive 24

Southern Sun & Beach 25

Scotland 26

ireland 27

Wales 29

the azores and Portugal 30

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Two Award Winning Championship Golf Courses

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Marina Boating

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For Golf Lovers:1. over 30 courses to choose from2. Stay & Play Resort Packages3. Rental homes & condos4. Golf around Packages5. Highly rated for affordability and nightlife

After Golf:1. Walt Disney World! Universal Studios! Sea World!2. malls, outlet centres, trendy boutiques3. 11 different destination spas4. more than 4,000 restaurants5. florida’s ‘Space Coast’ is an hour away

orlaNDoWelcome to florida’s entertainment & Golf Capital and one of the world’s most popular destinations. for golfers, orlando has it all, with a vast selection of courses, destination golf resorts and great training facilities. for the rest of the gang, and après-golf, the choices never end, from theme parks to fine dining, full-service spas to world-class shopping. find all the details and pricing at UltimateGolf.ca/orlando.

MISSIOn Inn ReSORt & CLuB Rated 3 PLUS• located in central florida, just 35 minutes from

orlando• Home to 2 championship golf courses• Spanish influenced architecture and select from

deluxe hotel rooms, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom suites• Varied award-winning restaurants and dining options• Spa marbella provides luxury spa treatments

LAke BuenA VIStA ReSORt VILLAGe & SPA Rated 3 PLUS• located in lake Buena Vista just off international

Drive• luxury 2, 3 and 4 bedroom suites• fully equipped kitchens and private balconies• Jacuzzi bath in all master bedrooms• themed free form “Galleon Ship“ Pool

ReGAL PALMS ReSORt & SPA Rated 3 PLUS• Next to Highland Reserves Golf Club• townhomes & private homes with pool• located close to shopping, restaurants and many

of Kissimmee’s best golf courses• 2-acre swimming complex, spa & fitness centre• Convenient to Walt Disney World

BAHAMA BAy ReSORt Rated 3 PLUS• 2 & 3 bedroom villas• lake & beach with sun loungers• 3 heated swimming pools with whirlpools• Spa & salon, tennis, fitness centre• 8 courses within 15 minutes• Short drive to the entertainment of orlando

ORLAnDO VACAtIOn HOMeS Rated 3 PLUS• only 30 minutes west from orlando international

airport• Select from 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 bedroom homes• Private screened-in pools• BBQ’s available at most homes• Some homes with high-speed internet• Your home away from home• Great for groups of 4 to 12

VILLAS OF GRAnD CyPReSS Rated 4 PLUS• 45 holes of Jack Nicklaus Signature-designed golf• minutes from major theme parks and attractions• Choose from Club Suites, 1, 2, 3, and 4 bedroom

Villas• 9-hole Pitch 'n' Putt Course• High-speed wireless internet service in all rooms

ReunIOn ReSORt Rated 4 PLUS• 2,300 acre private destination resort• Private club amenities, luxuries & hospitality• 1-3 bedroom villas, 3-8 bedroom private residences• 3 Championship courses• 5-acre water park & minutes from Walt Disney World• Short drive to orlando nightlife• annika academy on site

OMnI ORLAnDO ReSORt At CHAMPIOnSGAte Rated 4 PLUS• 2 Greg Norman Championship courses• Well-appointed accommodations• full-service spa & health club• family activity pool, slides, lazy river• 7 restaurants & lounges• Short drive to the nightlife of orlando

CARIBe COVe VILLAS Rated 3 PLUS• Set in a lush, wooded conservation preserve• minutes from orlando’s attractions• fully equipped 2 & 3 bedroom villas• 8 courses within 15 minutes• outdoor pool, hot tub, fitness centre• minutes from orange County National and orange

lake CC

COuRtyARD InteRnAtIOnAL DRIVe Rated 3 PLUS• in the heart of international Drive• free Wi-fi in guest rooms, and lobby• a Bistro serving a variety of breakfast and dinner

options• Complimentary on-site parking• 10 miles from orlando international airport• located a leisurely walk from restaurants and shops

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A Championship, 4 diamond luxury experienceon and off the Course

Renowned. Renewed. Remarkable.


For Golf Lovers:1. tPC Blue monster, Great White, the Champion, tPC Sawgrass, etc.2. PGa Village, Hammock Beach Resort, World Golf Village3. the World Golf Hall of fame4. the Honda Classic, World Golf Championship & the Players

Championship5. Common PGa pro sightings

After Golf:1. Beaches stretching from Jacksonville to miami Beach2. Cape Canaveral and the Space Coast3. Deep Sea fishing and Scuba diving4. electric nightlife of South Beach5. Countless dining options from local to exotic gourmet fare

floriDa eaSt CoaStthe city of miami and greater region – including North miami Beach and fort lauderdale is home to some of america’s most challenging and celebrated golf courses. the region offers great nightlife and beaches, all easily accessible from both miami and fort lauderdale airports. Slightly further north is West Palm Beach offering a wide range of exciting attractions, natural wonders and ocean going excursions. from charter fishing and polo to nightclubs, museums and the internationally renowned shopping mecca of Worth avenue, there’s something for everyone.

PGA nAtIOnAL ReSORt & SPA Rated 4 PLUS• Perfect for the ideal florida golf resort vacation• minutes from high end shopping, attractions &

beaches• 5 championship courses• 40,000 square foot european Spa• Newly renovated guestrooms, 1 & 2 bedroom

cottages• Home of the PGa toUR's Honda Classic

tHe BILtMORe Rated 4 PLUS• Just minutes from South Beach and downtown miami• 18-hole, 6,800 yard, par 71 course designed by

Donald Ross• 275 guest rooms, including 130 spacious suites• enjoy fantastic meals at three signature restaurants• Relaxing afternoon high tea in the Grand lobby• Conde Nast traveler's 2012 “top Resort Spa in miami"

BOnAVentuRe ReSORt & SPA Rated 3 PLUS• two PGa Championship courses within 1 mile of

the hotel• only 20 minutes from fort lauderdale airport and

40 minutes from miami airport• three pools and 48,000 square foot Red Door

lifestyle Spa• five restaurants and lounges

PeRFeCt DRIVe GOLF VILLAS At PGA VILLAGe Rated 3 PLUS• three award winning Dye & fazio courses nearby• two bedroom villas with four separate beds• PGa Historical Centre in nearby Port St. lucie• Short drive to the beaches and nightlife• free access to the 9 hole short course

DORAL GOLF ReSORt & SPA Rated 4• an oasis of luxury on 650 tropical acres• 10 minutes from miami airport and 20 minutes to

South Beach• 5 championship golf courses including the famed

Blue monster• a regular PGa tour stop since 1962• Newly renovated guest rooms and suites.

tuRnBeRRy ISLe ReSORt & CLuB Rated 5• two world class golf courses on property• five luxury restaurants and lounges• 25,000 sq. ft award winning Willow Stream Spa• Private “ocean Club” access to all guests• Short walk to miami aventura mall and other

exciting shopping opportunities

SAWGRASS MARRIOtt Rated 4• Home of the famed island green 17th hole• award winning Ponte Vedra Beach restaurants• 25,000 square foot Zen inspired spa• Private beach club access with free shuttle• 5 Championship golf courses nearby• elegant Ponte Vedra hotel rooms, suites and Villas• Home of tHe PlaYeRS Championship

HAMMOCk BeACH ReSORt Rated 4 PLUS• Golf Digest top 75 Golf Resort (2011)• two oceanside championship courses • luxurious suite accommodations• full service spa featuring an 80 minute golfers

massage• Restaurants ranging from fine dining to pool-side

casual• Beach access and aquatic pavilion on your doorstep

miami & ft. lauderdale

florida's first Coast of Golf

West Palm Beach Port St. lucie

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For Golf Lovers:1. two Palmer designs at Saddlebrook Resort2. the Copperhead course at the innisbrook Golf Resort3. tPC tampa Bay4. affordable golf front vacation homes in inverness and Port

Charlotte5. World class golf teaching facilities

After Golf:1. Baseball spring training2. award winning beaches3. Deep sea fishing and sponging4. fresh seafood daily5. Glorious gulf coast sunsets

floriDa WeSt CoaStGreat golf is everywhere in florida. at inverness, an inland golf destination 90 minutes from tampa or orlando, you’ll find challenging courses and comfortable, affordable accommodations. to the west, the tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater area is surrounded by great tracks, offering affordable golf getaways, beautiful beaches and lots of diversions for non-golfers. tampa is an all-round sports town too, so you can add some major league excitement to your trip. a little further south, Port Charlotte offers easy access to the beautiful Gulf beaches and deep-sea fishing expeditions. the area features more than 20 courses ranging from executive level to championship.

InnISBROOk ReSORt & GOLF CLuB Rated 4• located just 25 minutes from tampa airport and

only 5 miles from the beaches of the Gulf Coast• 4 great golf courses right on the property• Set amidst 900 wooded acres of rolling hills and

70 acres of lakes• Complete resort facilities• Home of the PGa toUR’s transitions

Championship

VAn DeR VALk LAkeSIDe GOLF & COuntRy CLuB Rated 3 PLUS• one and a half hour drive from tampa or orlando

airports• Unlimited green fees• large 3 & 4 bedroom homes• Van Der Valk restaurant on property• Beautifully furnished homes with screened in pools• Nearby to World Woods and el Diablo GC

unIVeRSAL VACAtIOn HOMeS Rated 3 PLUS• Select from 3 and 4 bedroom private homes• Private screened in pools• BBQs available at most homes• located in proximity to great golf and fantastic

shops• Your home away from home

COuRtyARD By MARRIOtt Rated 3 PLUS• located just 5 minutes from the fort myers

international airport• access to over 30 restaurants and bars within

walking distance• Complimentary breakfast buffet• free wireless access throughout entire property• Courtyard heated pool and hot tub

HyAtt COCOnut POInt Rated 4 PLUS• 454 guestrooms with views of the Bay and gardens• 18 holes championship Raptor Bay golf course• multiple pools, hot tubs and tennis courts• World Class Stillwater Spa and Salon• Short drive to miles of beach• Complimentary resort shuttle

CROWne PLAzA FORt MyeRS Rated 4• Conveniently located to many top Championship

golf courses• Walking distance to the Bell tower Shops and

restaurants• Complimentary shuttle to and from the RSW airport• Home of Shoeless Joe’s Sports Café • Short drive to fort myers Beach and Sanibel• Complimentary Wi-fi

SADDLeBROOk ReSORt Rated 4• located 35 minutes north of tampa airport• located on 480 acres of lush florida countryside in

Wesley Chapel• 2 arnold Palmer designed courses on-site• Bannlynch Golf academy on-site• Deluxe guest rooms, 2 & 3 bedroom suites

GReen LInkS GOLF ReSORt Rated 3 PLUS• 25 minutes from Southwest Regional airport

(ft. myers)• two 18-hole championship golf courses onsite• 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units with full kitchen and

screened lanai• Resort exercise room, heated pool, tennis• BBQ grills available, restaurant at clubhouse

tampa Bay area

inverness Naples

the Beaches of fort myers & Sanibel


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For Golf Lovers:1. Designs by Jack Nicklaus, tom fazio, Rt Jones, Reece Jones,

arthur Hills2. Pilgrimage to the most famous lighthouse in golf3. the PGa toUR’s Verizon Heritage Classic4. the Harbour town Golf links by Pete Dye

After Golf:1. Beaches that go on forever2. excellent selection of restaurants & nightspots3. extensive jogging, walking & biking trails4. annual PGa toUR event at Sea Pines

hiltoN heaDa beautiful little island off the southernmost tip of South Carolina, Hilton Head and the nearby low Country are home to over 25 courses, some ranking among the world’s top 100 courses and others rated within america’s top 100 resort or public courses. Great beaches, excellent year-round weather and fine resort and hotel accommodations add to the appeal. there’s simply something special about Hilton Head. Hilton Head is also the host of the Verizon Heritage Golf Classic, held at Sea Pines Resort’s Harbour town Golf links. Ultimate Golf guests can stay and play where the pros play!

OMnI HILtOn HeAD Rated 4• 300+ elegantly appointed rooms and suites, all

with mini kitchens• oceanfront with private beach• minutes to a dozen Hilton Head island golf courses• a variety of casual and fine dining restaurants• onsite tennis, “the ocean tides Spa”, fitness

centre and meeting space

SeA PIneS ReSORt Rated 4• located approximately 20 minutes from Hilton

Head airport or 1 hour from Savannah airport• inn at Harbour town overlooks the Sea Pines

Racquet Club or Harbour town Golf links• 1 & 2 bedroom fully equipped villas• 3 championship courses on property including

Harbour town Golf links - host of the PGa toUR’s Verizon Heritage Classic

WILD DuneS Rated 4• located on the isle of Palms, 30 mile drive from

Charleston airport• oceanview 1, 2 & 3 bedroom units at Port o’ Call

or golf course and lagoon view units at Racquet Club, fairway Dunes and lagoon Villas

• Boardwalk inn offers deluxe guest rooms• Championship courses on site - Harbor Course &

links Course

WAteRSIDe By SPInnAkeR Rated 3 PLUS• Centrally located in Shipyard Plantation• Within walking distance to restaurants and the

beach• large, well appointed 1, 2 & 3 bedroom villas• large outdoor pool, hot tub and barbecue area• Relaxing private balconies

CAROLInA CLuB By SPInnAkeR Rated 3 PLUS• Residential setting providing quiet seclusion amid

azaleas and magnolias• Next to the Galleon Golf Course in Shipyard

Plantation• fully equipped, spacious 2 & 3 bedroom villas• large pool, hot tub and barbecue area• a short walk or bike ride from 12 miles of sandy

beaches

kIAWAH ISLAnD GOLF ReSORt Rated 4 PLUS• approximately 45 minutes from Charleston

international airport• Kiawah island has 10 miles of immaculate beaches• the Sanctuary Hotel is a 5 star seaside mansion• the fully equipped Resort Villas offer 1 & 2

bedroom accommodation• Choose from 5 championship golf courses• Home of the PGa toUR’s 2012 PGa Championship

hilton head

Charleston

Kiawah Island Golf Resort

10 South Carolina

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For Golf Lovers:1. over 50 recommended UltimateGolf.ca courses2. Diverse course designs and levels of challenge3. Golf view villas, beachside resorts & condos4. amazing value!5. a million annual golf visitors can’t be wrong

After Golf:1. Sizzling nightlife2. 1,800 restaurants – great seafood3. Broadway on the Beach4. endless shopping opportunities5. a warm Carolina welcome

mYrtle BeaChthe myrtle Beach area is known by many as “the Golf Capital of the World.” a 100-kilometre stretch of coastline known as “the Grand Strand” is home to over 100 public access courses, including 9 of the top 100 public courses in the U.S. there are a wide range of challenges, from Scottish links-style tracks to traditional plantation courses, to modern designs. the “Beach” is a great family destination, but it’s equally attractive for a guys or gals getaway. one thing’s for sure: you’ll find some of the best golf value for money in myrtle Beach

AVIStA ReSORt Rated 3 PLUS• one of North myrtle’s newest• 1, 2 & 3 bedroom condo suites• fully appointed kitchens • 9 courses within 15 minutes• Pools, hot tubs, lazy rivers• Conveniently located to the top courses of North

myrtle Beach

LeGenDS ReSORt Rated 4• 30 acre practice facility• 2 & 3 bedroom upscale villas• Close to nightlife• 10 minutes from the airport• 5 legends golf courses to enjoy - 3 on-site• Scottish tavern atmosphere at the ailsa Pub• minutes from myrtle Beach National GC

MyRtLeWOOD GOLF VILLAS Rated 3 PLUS• 36 hole myrtlewood GC on-site• one mile to Broadway on the Beach• 1, 2 & 3 bedroom villas• 9 courses within 15 minutes• 10 minutes to airport• Walk to nightlife• Highly affordable option for those on a budget

BAReFOOt GOLF ReSORt Rated 4• Near Barefoot landing entertainment, dining and

shopping area• 1, 2 & 3 bedroom villas and condos • four famous Barefoot courses on-site• Holistic resort spa• located on the intercostal waterway close to

dozens of myrtle Beach’s best golf courses

VILLAS & COnDOS At kInGStOn PLAntAtIOn Rated 3 PLUS• Surrounded by 100+ myrtle Beach golf courses• a variety of dining options and thirst quenching

bars and lounges on property • 1, 2, 3 & 4 bedroom private villas and condos• Short walk to the beach, ocean and plantation views• Close to Broadway on Beach entertainment complex

MARInA Inn At GRAnDe DuneS Rated 4• 2,200 acres, two championship courses• on the intracoastal Waterway• Choice of casual to gourmet restaurants• Wide range of accommodation choices• award-winning tennis facility• 8 courses within 15 minutes• Upscale yet affordable accommodations

HILtOn MyRtLe BeACH ReSORt Rated 4• modernly appointed rooms with a king or two

double beds, private balconies and ocean view options

• Conveniently located near 100+ myrtle Beach Golf Courses

• Walking distance to miles of sandy beach• Short drive to the tanger outlet mall• fare ranging from Starbucks to casual fine dinning

tRue BLue VILLAS Rated 3 PLUS• Quiet escape 40 minutes south of airport• Set between the ocean and the intracoastal

Waterway• 2 & 3 bedroom condos• Pristine lakes for fishing• Centrally located to 7 of the best courses myrtle

Beach has to offer

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For Golf Lovers:1. Consistantly ranked among the top golf destinations in the U.S.2. Great mix of traditional, tree-lined, desert and target-style courses

to choose from3. Home to some of the top instructors and golf academies

After Golf:1. 330 days of sunshine2. Some of the country’s best resorts and spas3. amazing restaurants, arts and nightlife4. many college and pro sports teams to take in

PhoeNixif you’ve ever teed off over the tops of tall cacti or searched for a ball among towering boulders and mesquite, you know a little bit about arizona golf. if you haven’t, you need to try it. With hundreds of challenging courses across the state and a diverse range of natural settings – from desert to alpine to links courses – it’s a golf experience like nowhere else. 330 days of sunshine per year doesn’t hurt either! Phoenix offers a world-class golf experience with accommodations and entertainment to match.

ARIzOnA GRAnD ReSORt Rated 3 PLUS• luxurious 2 room suites• 18 hole arizona Grand golf course on-site• Rejuvenating full service spa• 740 non-smoking suites• massive seven acre water park• Seven unique dining venues

POInte HILtOn At tAPAtIO CLIFF Rated 4• located 20 km from Phoenix airport• 1 bedroom suites with a Spanish mediterranean feel• 4 superb dining experiences and 7 pools including

the falls Water Village• lookout mountain Golf Course on-site• Hilton Golf academy packages available

ARIzOnA VACAtIOn RentALS Rated 3 PLUS• 1 to 5 bedroom villas and private homes• Various locations across Phoenix/Scottsdale• Private rentals with all the comforts of home• Short drive to numerous golf courses• Your arizona “home away from home”• Hassle free check-in services• Great option for groups of 4 to 10 golfers

SHeRAtOn WILD HORSe PASS ReSORt & SPA Rated 4• two 18 hole championship golf courses on-site• 40 minutes from the Phoenix airport• five Diamond award winning restaurant Kai• forbes four Star aji Spa• tennis courts, outdoor pools, driving range• over 180,000 square feet of meeting space

JW MARRIOtt DeSeRt RIDGe ReSORt Rated 4• two 18 hole championship golf courses on-site• Spa with 41 elegantly appointed treatment rooms• 950 luxurious guests rooms and 81 suites• Signature Revive Collection bedding• four unique pools and a lazy river• Casual to four-diamond dining

GOLD CAnyOn GOLF ReSORt Rated 3 PLUS• located in apache Junction 45 minutes from

Phoenix Sky Harbor airport • 36 holes of championship golf at Dinosaur

mountain• 2 restaurants/lounges• Swimming pool, Jacuzzi, 2 tennis courts, and hiking

and biking trails

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For Golf Lovers:1. more than 200 area courses to choose from, ranging from

traditional tree-lined layouts to desert target-style designs2. Home to renowned golf instructors and academies3. Consistently ranked among the top golf destinations in the U.S.

After Golf:1. 330 days of sunshine and abundant outdoor adventures2. award-winning resorts and spas3. a vibrant arts, dining and nightlife scene4. outstanding college and professional sports teams and events

SCottSDaleWith its lush Sonoran Desert setting, year-round sunshine and superb course offerings, it’s no wonder Scottsdale is considered one of the world’s finest golf destinations. the area’s championship golf courses offer outstanding playing conditions year-round and are just minutes from Scottsdale’s acclaimed resorts, world-class dining and shopping, and thrilling outdoor adventures - all the amenities you need for an exciting weekend getaway or a leisurely holiday with friends and family.

MILLennIuM ReSORt SCOttSDALe At MCCORMICk RAnCH Rated 3 PLUS• overlooking Camelback lake and the mcDowell

mountains• Just 20 minutes from Phoenix airport• Spacious and fully equipped 2 & 3 bedroom villas• two 18 hole championship golf courses

HyAtt HOuSe SCOttSDALe Rated 3 PLUS• Centrally located in the heart of old town

Scottsdale within walking distance of world class shopping, unique dining experiences and the best nightlife in town

• 1 & 2 bedroom fully equipped spacious units• Daily hot buffet breakfast included• many courses within 15 minutes

FAIRMOnt SCOttSDALe PRInCeSS Rated 4 PLUS• Boasting the Willow Stream Spa, one of the best

Spas in North america• two 18-hole championship golf courses on-site.• aaa five-Diamond resort offers 649 richly

appointed guest rooms• 5 swimming pools, 7 tennis courts, several fine

dining options• Home to the PGa toUR’s Phoenix open

SOnORAn SuIteS OF SCOttSDALe Rated 3 PLUS• Centrally located and surrounded by the

Scottsdale Kierland Golf Course • Walking distance to an abundance of gourmet

restaurants, nightlife and stylish shopping• Premier 1, 2 and 3 bedroom spacious fully

equipped vacation condos• large heated pool, spa, fitness centre, tennis

courts and gas BBQ grills

WeStIn kIeRLAnD ReSORt & SPA Rated 4 PLUS• tucked away among the mcDowell mountains and

the Sonora Desert, 20 miles from the Sky Harbor airport

• 27 holes of exceptional golf on three 9 hole courses• traditional and deluxe guest rooms and 1 & 2

bedroom casitas featuring the Heavenly Bed®

zOnA HOteL & SuIteS SCOttSDALe Rated 3 PLUS• it blends all of the amenities and comforts of

a luxury hotel with the intimacy of a bed and breakfast

• minutes from arizona’s finest golf courses and the diverse attractions of Scottsdale

• offering 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom suites – all upgraded with new furnishings, art work, and flat-screen televisions

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The links arejusT The beginningFrom Myrtle beach to Phoenix, hawaii to Puerto rico and everywhere in between, hilton resorts are your home for a perfect golf vacation. Challenging courses with stunning views, world-class spas and impeccable dining combine to make your stay amazing. start planning your hilton resorts golf getaway today!

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For Golf Lovers:1. absolutely magnificent golf2. outstanding golf courses at world class resorts3. ideal year-round golf weather4. High desert and mountains provide stunning scenery5. You will not want to leave but know you will be back

After Golf:1. tucson is one of americas top spa destinations2. outdoor adventures from rock climbing to bird watching3. Known for its fabulous mexican and Southwestern cuisine4. authentic Wild West experience5. Cultural centre of arizona with museums and art galleries

tUCSoNthe mild climate and outstanding courses make tucson a favorite golf destination. experience designs by Robert trent Jones Jr., tom fazio, tom Weiskopf and Jack Nicklaus. With incredible attractions for the whole family, 350 days of sunshine for outdoor adventures and golf, an extensive arts and culture background, world-class accommodations and spas, tucson will keep you entertained and wanting to come back for more.

HILtOn eL COnquIStADOR GOLF & tennIS ReSORt Rated 4• Deluxe resort on 500 acres of desert terrain in the

foothills of the Santa Catalina mountains• 30 minutes from tucson airport• 45 holes of championship golf on-site• Hilton Golf academy packages available• a variety of dining options • Short drive to shopping and sightseeing

opportunities

LOeWS VentAnA CAnyOn Rated 4• 2 tom fazio designed PGa golf courses• each guest room features a private viewing

balcony with breathtaking views of the desert mountains on-site

• two signature pools with Jacuzzis• Wide variety of recreational activities including

hiking and biking• award-winning Blues, Brews & BBQ Sunday Brunch

VIStOSO ReSORt & GOLF CASItAS Rated 3 PLUS• located in oro Valley, tucson surrounded by the

Catalina and tortalita mountains• Just steps from the Vistoso Golf Club and in

proximity to great tucson area courses• fully furnished 2 and 3 Bedroom condo’s with fully

equipped kitchens and private patio or balcony• the clubhouse is equipped with internet access,

heated pool, Jacuzzi with a barbeque area

tHe LODGe At VentAnA CAnyOn Rated 4• 30 minutes from tucson airport • 50 suites that sit against a backdrop of the Santa

Catalina mountains. • two tom fazio 18 hole championship courses on-site• Newly expanded fitness centre and a junior olympic

size pool

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How many places can you play the world’s top-rated courses, in some of the most stunning settings, and still have enough left over for a bottle of world-class Pinot?

Eagles (and Birdies) Soar in Oregon

CROSSWATER AT SUNRIVER RESORTA short drive away is Sunriver Resort, aka golf nirvana. With three courses overlooking the spectacular Cascade range, including the revered Crosswater, you can lose yourself on the links here. If you have a hard time packing your clubs on family outings, remind the rest of the gang about Sunriver’s aquatic center, miles of bike trails, spa and shopping. They’ll get the picture.

If coastal golf is your calling, head west to Salishan Spa & Golf Resort. The recently renovated 18-holes links course winds through wind-swept brush before opening onto the Pacifi c Ocean.

Need more enticing? Visit www.ultimategolf.ca or call 1-800-465-3034 and plan your getaway.

BRASADA CANYONS GOLF COURSEAT BRASADA RANCHOn the other side of the mountains, Central Oregon’s high desert enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year. Carved out of lava and sagebrush and staring at the snow-capped Cascades, the Brasada Canyons Golf Course at Brasada Ranch near Bend will test your shot making and your ability to keep the camera in the bag.

PUMPKIN RIDGE GOLF CLUBYou know what it feels like to visualize drawing a 190-yard fi ve iron over water to eight feet, and then actually pulling it o� ? That’s Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club in a nutshell. All of the superlatives lauded on the two Bob Cupp-designed courses here are well deserved. The public Ghost Creek side can eat your lunch if you’re not careful, but with fairways that feel like carpet and views like these, you won’t spend a lot of time fretting over bogeys.

Crosswater Golf Club, photo courtesy Sunriver Resort

Brasada Ranch, photo courtesy: Central Oregon Visitors Association

Salishan Spa & Golf Resort

That’s what we thought. And that’s why we get downright giddy when it comes to Oregon’s public

golf courses—all nearly 200 of them. Which makes the toughest part of planning an Oregon golf vacation deciding what tracks you’ll have to wait to play next time. Here’s a few for your scorecard:

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oreGoNWhen you think of oregon, many think of their famous Pinot Noir wines. oregon has so much else to offer that a vacation here is sure to create a lasting memory of a lifetime. there is so much to do in oregon, combining more than one of the vacation experiences below is definitely a wise idea! Plenty of Championship golf, combined with breathtaking mountain vistas, one of the most scenic coastlines in the world. oh yeah, don’t forget that oregon is a tax free State!

For Golf Lovers:1. Choose from a Portland (city based) golf around to a luxury resort

with great golf on site2. Play desert golf, seaside golf and Sunriver golf all in the same

vacation3. Play Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club – Home of the lPGa toUR’s

Safeway Classic 4. enjoy taX fRee shopping (need a new set of clubs?)

After Golf:1. take a brewery tour at one of oregon’s hundreds of microbreweries2. experience oregon’s famous Pinot Noir wines3. extensive shopping and nightlife possibilities4. Drive the spectacular coastline5. take in an NCaa (oregon Ducks or oregon State Beavers) football

or basketball game

SunRIVeR ReSORt Rated 4 PLUS• Central oregon, 45 minutes south of Bend• three 18 hole championship golf courses • full service Sage Springs Club & Spa• Choose from lodge rooms, suites or 1-6 bedroom

luxury homes & cabins• tennis, horseback riding, whitewater rafting,

mountain biking, fly fishing

SALISHAn SPA & GOLF ReSORt Rated 4• 18 hole, Peter Jacobson redesign, championship

golf course• Rejuvenating spa overlooking the Siletz Bay• 5 restaurants offering causal to gourmet fare • 205 guest rooms striking an artful balance between

comfort and nature• Swimming pool, fitness centre, tennis, 18 hole

putting course

BRASADA RAnCH ReSORt Rated 5• located 14 miles southeast of Bend• 18 hole “desert style” golf course on site with

mountain backdrops on every hole• full service Spa and 2 restaurants• two seasonal outdoor swimming pools with “lazy

river” & 5 year-round hot tubs• Horseback riding, fitness centre, fly fishing,

whitewater rafting & more

HILtOn PORtLAnD Rated 4• located in the heart of Portland, 430 minutes from

Portland int’l airport• Short drive to Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club and the

Reserve Vineyards & Golf Club• 2 restaurants & 2 bars on site• Walking distance to Portland’s renowned

restaurants & vibrant nightlife• fitness center and swimming pool

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For Golf Lovers:1. Challenging courses with un-equaled views2. mild climate that encourages year-round play3. ocean Course with true links layout and authentic Scottish soul4. fantastic off-the-fairway diversions

After Golf:1. award winning local wineries2. Unique shopping from high end outlets to small boutiques3. endless dining options featuring gourmet local cuisine4. Picturesque hiking and biking trails

SaN DieGo there's just something about being in San Diego that makes it hard to stop smiling no matter what your scorecard says. Why are golfers so happy here? maybe it's because San Diego is home to more than 90 golf courses in every conceivable setting - from oceanfront to desert to mountains. or that golf is a year-round pursuit with more playable days than anywhere else in the United States. Hailed by Golf Digest as "one of the top 50 golf destinations in the world," host to the 2008 U.S. open at torrey Pines, and home to the annual farmers insurance invitational, San Diego is a favorite destination for golf-lovers.

RAnCHO BeRnARDO Inn GOLF ReSORt AnD SPA Rated 4 PLUS• Just 30 min from San Diego international airport• Deluxe guest rooms and suites with garden,

courtyard and golf course views• award winning dining and state-of-the-art Spa• minutes away from San Diego’s top attractions• 18 hole Championship course on-site

LA COStA ReSORt AnD SPA Rated 4• two PGa Championship 18-hole golf courses• extensive practice facilities and golf academy on-site• award-winning dining• Close to world class shopping and beaches• the relaxing and therapeutic Spa at la Costa• Numerous accommodations to choose from• Casual yet luxurious atmosphere

teMeCuLA CReek Inn GOLF ReSORt Rated 4• about 50 minutes from San Diego international

airport• Secluded in Southern California’s Wine Country,

with 18 wineries nearby• Spacious deluxe rooms• Short drive to numerous attractions• 27 hole championship golf on property

SOnORAn SuIteS OF SAn DIeGO Rated 3 PLUS• located just 5 minutes from the Pacific ocean in

beautiful, quaint Carlsbad• Short drive to local restaurants, nightlife, stylish

shopping and world class golf courses• Premier 1, 2 and 3 bedroom spacious fully


courts, billiard room and gas BBQ grills

San Diego

San francisco area

RItz-CARLtOn HALF MOOn BAy Rated 4• 23 miles southwest of San francisco international

airport • two championship golf courses, the ocean and

old Course • Spa featuring 16 treatment rooms, whirlpool and

co-ed Roman mineral bath• innovative cuisine in our ocean-view restaurants

Navio & the Conservatory• activities: hiking, biking, Segway tours, coastal

trails, kayaking, tennis and more.

tHe FAIRMOnt SOnOMA MISSIOn Inn & SPA Rated 4• located less than an hour north of San francisco• 18-hole championship golf course on-site• award-winning 40,000 square-foot. spa and

healing mineral springs. • Gourmet cuisine at Santé, Sonoma Valley’s only

michelin-Star restaurant. • the resort’s 60 suites boast Jacuzzis, private

balconies or patios, and wood-burning fireplaces.

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You know the taste ofS W E E T , S W E E T

SUCCESS?San Diego feels a lot like that.


Palm SPriNGS California is home to some of the greatest courses and golf resorts in the world, so it is tough to know where to start your California adventure. the Palm Springs and San Diego areas feature some of the finest desert and resort style layouts anywhere. from world class PGa tournament sites, to resort courses in private gated communities, to easily accessible public courses, each offering quality design, conditioning and service. World class shopping and dining make this playground of the rich and famous a perfect fit for your next getaway with family and or friends.

LA quIntA GOLF ReSORt & SPA Rated 5• tucked away in the Santa Rosa mountains on lush

landscaped grounds and citrus groves• 30 minutes from Palm Springs airport• Spa la Quinta is one of the top spas in the country• 5 on-site championship courses designed by Dye,

Nicklaus and Norman and home of the Bob Hope Classic

eMBASSy SuIteS LA quIntA Rated 3 PLUS• Spacious la Quinta hotel suites• Daily breakfast• Close to exciting shopping and restaurants• minutes from all of the Palm Springs golf courses• meeting space up to 5,000 square foot• Sun drenched outdoor pool

JW MARRIOtt DeSeRt SPRInGS Rated 4• two 18 hole championship golf courses on-site• 4,000+ square foot fitness facility• award-winning wine list• minutes from all of the Palm Springs golf courses• the Spa at Desert Springs• 20 tennis courts (hard, grass and clay)

SOnORAn SuIteS OF PALM DeSeRt Rated 3 PLUS• Centrally located in the heart of Palm Desert with

endless scenic mountain vistas• Short drive to local restaurants, nightlife, stylish

shopping and world class golf courses• Premier 1, 2 and 3 bedroom spacious fully


courts, putting green and gas BBQ grills

Palm Springs area

For Golf Lovers:1. Play a world renowned seaside links course one day and a

mountain or desert course the next.2. Plenty of options to stay in high-end resorts or affordable golf

around hotels

After Golf:1. indulge in healthy west-coast cuisine2. Visit the world famous San Diego Zoo3. many professional sports teams are located thought the State4. Visit some of the most famous wineries in the US

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A Legendary Golf Destination

The Western Home of Golf in America

For Golf Lovers:1. Courses with countless views of the ocean and island scenery2. Play the same fairways that tour professionals have won and

lost on.3. Have fun on courses that are designed for all skill levels4. Home to world renowned golf resorts

After Golf:1. Stand toe-deep in the sun-warmed sand of Hawaii2. indulge in the array of water sports3. Go whale-watching or visit a volcano4. take in some local shopping and cuisine

haWaiitee off at a championship golf course, watch a humpback whale breach the turquoise waters, admire the sunset from the white sand beach, and breathe in the fresh island air. Hawaii’s spectacular natural landscape, endless array of activities, and sunny local charm make it a place unlike anywhere else on earth. Whether you’re looking to excite your senses, soothe your cultural curiosity, awaken your adventurous spirit, or indulge in tropical luxury, you’ll be happy you chose Hawaii for your dream vacation.

HOnuA kAI ReSORt & SPA Rated 4 PLUS• located on maui’s beautiful Kaanapali North Beach• Close to world class shopping of Kaanapali Beach• luxury resort with spectacular amenities• Studios, 1 & 2 bedroom suites with fully equipped

kitchens• Championship golf courses nearby

MAkenA BeACH & GOLF ReSORt Rated 4• 18 Hole Robert trent Jones course• 310 guest rooms and suites• makena Kai Day Spa• two pools and two hot tubs• multiple restaurants & Bars• Set along quiet stretches of sandy beaches• full service concierge desk

MAunA keA BeACH HOteL Rated 4• Newly renovated 18 hole course with world class

facilities• located on the gorgeous white sand of Kauna’oa

Beach• luxurious guest rooms• Six dining options to suit your mood• award-winning spa, salon and fitness centre on site

kAPALuA VILLAS By OutRIGGeR Rated 4• located on maui’s West coast near the village of

lahania• Guests of Kapalua Villas have charging privileges at

resort shops and restaurants• 2 championship golf courses on-site• one to 5 bedroom luxury homes available• State-of-the-art golf school and practice facility

tuRtLe BAy ReSORt Rated 4• Guestrooms, cottages and villas• almost five miles of beachfront• only 45 minutes from Honolulu• two 18 hole championship golf courses• Six delicious dinning options• the luxurious Spa luana

tHe HAWAII PRInCe HOteL Rated 4• 27-hole course designed by arnold Palmer and ed

Seay• elegant guestrooms with floor-to-ceiling ocean views• Six fantastic dining options, serving fresh local cuisine• Just minutes from ala moana Shopping Centre,

Hawaii’s largest shopping mall

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For Golf Lovers:1. Great value packages including airfare, meals, drinks and more.2. Sit and relax on vacation, without moving around.3. Golf included as much or as little as you desire!4. one price and one call does it all.5. Ultimate Golf looks after your advance tee times, free of charge!

All Packages Include:•RoundtripairfarefromselectedCanadiancities•Roundtripresorttransfers•Allmealsandsnacks•Somealacartedining•Unlimiteddomesticandselectedinternationaldrinks•Dailyactivitiesprogram•Non-motorizedwatersports

After Golf:1. Relax with the included entertainment at the all inclusive Resorts2. Casual meals or Haute Cuisine, which ever you decide3. Nightclubs and après dinner activities without leaving the property.4. most resorts are close enough to go ‘out on the town’, if so desired.5. the best beaches, pools and watersports await

all iNClUSiVe DomiNiCaN rePUBliC aside from being the biggest golf tour operator in Canada, Ultimate Golf Vacations is a full service travel agency and has teamed up with the best tour operators to bring you these same high value all inclusive packages that you might see being offered by other Canadian travel companies. the difference with Ultimate Golf Vacations is we will take care of all your golfing needs. travel to your destination with the peace of mind that all your golf arrangements have been taken care of and tee times are guaranteed before you even arrive!

IBeROStAR PuntA CAnA Rated 4 • fantastic Undiscovered PB Dye designed Course • UGV Special - free Golf with paid cart fee • european flair – tripadvisor ®award winner • Great Restaurants, wonderful beach, and tons of

action• freshly renovated rooms

PuntA CAnA ReSORt & CLuB Rated 4• minutes from Corales GC & la Cana GC• oceanfront Holes - waves crashing in front of you• UGV Special - free Room Upgrade at time of

reservation• excellent Service & New inclusive experience

Packages• Practice facilities second to none

HARD ROCk GOLF ReSORt & CASInO Rated 5• on Site Jack Nicklaus Cana Bay Golf Course• UGV Special - Unlimited free Golf and Cart with

pre-booked tee times• Vegas in the Caribbean - largest casino in the

country• modern hotel with music theme throughout

IBeROStAR BAVARO SuIteS Rated 4 PLUS• PB Dye Course is on site• UGV Special - free Golf with paid cart fee• low rise buildings – all rooms are Junior Suites• access to many restaurants - Casino on property • annually one of the top 10 hotels on tripadvisor®

MeLIA CARIBe/tROPICALe Rated 4• a perennial favorite offering included Golf at

Cocotal with paid cart & booking fees• two resorts in one – choice of many restaurants• Beautiful long Walking Beach• Good location in Bavaro area with local shopping

CASA De CAMPO Rated 5• three world renown courses including “bucket list”

caliber teeth of the Dog• all inclusive meal and drink option • Jim mclean golf academy • Hotel rooms and luxury villas with private pools and

touring carts• extensive dining options to suite all tastes• Beaches, equestrian, shooting range and water sports

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For Golf Lovers:1. Year round fun filled fairways and greens2. Quality golf courses by world renown designers3. Golf view villas and suites4. ocean view courses with breathtaking views

After Golf:1. Unlimited Sun, surf and sand2. award winning resort and restaurants3. Vibrant cultures with character and personality4. Spas, shopping and day long exclusions

SoUtherN SUN & BeaChlocated only a short flight away from the cool Canadian climate and the hustle and bustle of big cities are a set of island which we like to call the “Great Golf islands”. offering unquestionable quality of golf courses, many from legendary designers such as fazio, Norman, Robert trent Jones and venues which have hosted numerous PGa and lPa tour events, golfers of any caliber or refined tastes will undoubtedly find a test to suite their mood. after golf the sky is the limit with amazing food and drink, colourful entertainment, casinos and tours are available to enhance your Great Golf island experience.

HILtOn ROSe HALL ReSORt & SPA Rated 4• on site 18 hole Cinnamon Hill GC• access to the White Witch and Half moon GC• Spacious redesigned rooms with balconies• three terraced pools, lagoons and waterfalls• lazy river and 280 foot waterslide• Pristine beaches of montego Bay• multiple dining options serving international and

Jamaican flavours

RItz CARLtOn GOLF & SPA ReSORt Rated 5• located on the picturesque North Coast only 20

minutes from montego Bay• 427 spacious guestrooms and lavish suites, each

with a private balcony or terrace• the White Witch Golf Course is recognized as one

of the Caribbean’s top course• World-class restaurants, spa and service await you

at this luxury Rosa Hall resort

FAIRMOnt MAyAkOBA Rated 5• ocean view 18 hole Greg Norman design on

property • free replay rounds for Ultimate Golf Vacations

clients• located a few minutes south of Cancun • 400 rooms with private furnished balconies and spa

like bathrooms• multiple dining options to tempt your fancies

PALACe ReSORt Rated 5• all inclusive meals and drinks• 27 holes on property and more options nearby at

Riviera GC and Playacar GC• Unlimited Golf option• Unequaled choice of dining & activities• a variety of casual and fine dining restaurants• Choose from moon Palace near Cancun or Upscale

Playacar Palace near Playa del Carmen

FOuR SeASOnS COStA RICA Rated 5• Certified audubon Sanctuary Golf Course filled

with exotic birds, monkeys and native trees of Costa Rica

• four restaurants with local dishes of Costa Rica• the award-winning Spa featuring the Costa Rican

coffee scrub • located less than 40 minutes from liberia

international airport• accommodations ranging from canopy suites,

villas, residence estates and standard rooms.

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ROyAL WeStMOReLAnD VILLAS Rated 5• incredible and spacious 3 bedroom Royal Villas

offered• full kitchen/living/dining room and patio• open air clubhouse with dining room, lounge and

patio• 18 hole championship golf course on-site • Shuttle service to private Beach Club and Spa• Welcoming island luxury


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For Golf Lovers:1. St. andrews the Home of Golf2. Charming and charismatic caddies3. links courses ready to the world’s best4. fescue, pot bunkers, double greens, wind...

After Golf:1. michelin Star restaurants and eateries2. Single malt distillery tours and sampling3. Castles, fortresses and towers tours4. ancestral and historical sojourns

SCotlaNDScotland is both the birthplace of golf and also home to some of the world’s greatest and most renowned golf courses. With each step down the fairways of St. andrews, turnberry, Prestwick and Carnoustie, you cannot help but feel the ghosts of golf’s greatest champions walking beside you. Playing in Scotland is a dream for many golfers. Knowing this, we ensure each Scottish golf experience is fully customized for you, drawing upon a vast array of golf course and accommodation options to allow your dream to become a reality.

GOLF VIeW HOteL (nARIn) Rated 4• full daily Scottish breakfast• located right beside Narin Golf Club• Spa facilities available• Close to Castle Stuart Golf Club home of the

Scottish open 2011\12• 15 minutes away from inverness airport• Close to inverness Castle

OLD COuRSe HOteL Rated 5• full daily Scottish breakfast• overlooks the famous 17th hole on the St andrews

old Course• Spa facilities• 3 championship courses within walking distance• Great city with rich history and many different

restaurants • Carnoustie (open Championship in 1999 & 2005)

only 1 hour away

MCDOnALD MARIne HOteL (nORtH BeRWICk) Rated 4• full daily Scottish breakfast• Walking distance to North Berwick Golf Club• 15 minute drive to 5 Championship Courses• Spa facilities • one hour away for edinburgh airport• on-site option for both causal & fine dining

ROyAL HOteL DORnOCH Rated 4• full daily Scottish breakfast• 5o yards from first tee at Royal Dornoch

Championship Course (and Struie Course)• Close to Glenmorangie Distillery• 15 minute drive to tain Golf Club & Brora Golf Club• Close to Dunrobin Castle• Home of lorne Rubinstein’s ‘a season in Dornoch'

PIeRSLAnD HOuSe HOteL Rated 4• full daily Scottish breakfast• located right beside Royal troon Golf Club (and

their second course Portland)• Within 1 hour drive you have 5 Championship Golf

Courses• on-site option for both casual and fine dining• 40 mins away from Glasgow airport• Very good seafood restaurants

BALMORAL HOteL eDInBuRGH Rated 5• full daily Scottish breakfast• Great location for shopping• looks on to the edinburgh Castle• 30 minutes from edinburgh international airport• 40 minutes to east lothian home of 4 championship

Courses (Gullane, North Berwick, muirfield & Dunbar)• Spa & fitness centre• many great dining options

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For Golf Lovers:1. World class links layouts in each region of ireland2. Hidden Gems of the North and West waiting to be ‘discovered’3. Great value for the green fee price, especially this season!4. Historic Resort properties, with amazing golf courses on site

After Golf:1. local Pubs, Guinness and live irish music2. friendly locals make it a pleasure to tour around3. museums, Galleries and historic Dublin4. Great history throughout the country

irelaNDireland has deservedly gained the reputation as one of the best golfing destinations in the world. With famous courses like Portmarnock, lahinch, Ballybunion, the K-Club, Royal Portrush, old Head and Doonbeg, you are spoiled with choices. add in their delicious food, spectacular scenery, varied history and a good craic at a pub, and you have a golfing holiday of a lifetime.

DOOnBeG LODGe Rated 5• full irish breakfast included• 40 minutes from Shannon airport• Sea front hotel with 1.5 miles of beach front• 18 hole Championship Course designed by two

time British open Champion Greg Norman• Cottage style accommodations• on-site option for both casual and fine dining

kILLARney PLAzA HOteL Rated 4 PLUS• Perfectly located in the city of Killarney• 5 Championship courses within 1 hour drive,

Ballybunion tralee, Waterville, Dooks & Killarney Golf & fishing lodge

• Spa facilities located on ground, with indoor pool, sauna & steam

• Beautiful walking gardens near by• Near the Killarney mountains great hiking

PORtMARnOCk HOteL AnD LInkS Rated 4• 18 hole Championship course on location design by

Bernhard langer • full irish breakfast included• Spa & fitness facilities • 10 minutes from Dublin international airport• the island Golf Club & Portmarnock Golf Club with

in 10 minute drive• Great pubs & shopping in village of malahide

MOunt FALCOn eStAteS & ReSORt Rated 4• 3 Championship courses within 1 hour drive: Carne

Golf link, Sligo Golf Club & enniscrone Golf Club• full irish breakfast included• Spa facilities located on grounds, with indoor pool

& sauna• fly fishing for salmon on moy River• New driving range • Self-catering suite available

BuSHMILLS Inn Rated 4• oldest inn as a Distillery in the world (400 years old)• full irish breakfast included• Within 10 minutes to Portstewart GC and Royal

Portrush (home of the 2012 irish open)• 2 miles away from the Giant’s Causeway• Walking distance to New Bushmills distillery• on site option for both causal and fine dining

tHe FItzWILLIAM HOteL Rated 5• full irish breakfast included • Walking distance to temple bar area great shopping• located right across from St Stephen Green Park• Walking distance to Guinness Warehouse • Great location to many pubs & restaurants• With 30 minutes to Dublin international airport

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Ultimate Golf Vacations lets you follow your passion wherever you want to go. from budget conscious escapes to fly-in, tee-off private plane luxury, we’ve got something for everyone.our knowledgeable, enthusiastic and experienced staff, along with our strong relationships with industry leading suppliers

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For Golf Lovers:1. Host nation of the 2010 Ryder Cup tournament2. 100 year old links layouts3. World class links courses steeped in history4. an un-crowded, unrushed and unstuffy golf experience5. the UK’s hidden jewel of golf

After Golf:1. Visit 641 castles2. explore 1,200 km of coastline and pretty harbour towns3. Relax and unwind at 3,100 “19th holes”4. Discover six World Heritage locations5. experience classic Welsh hospitality and cuisine

WaleSChoose one of six distinctive hotels, all within a 45 minute drive from great links courses, well-groomed parkland courses and exciting activities off the green. Stay in North Wales to see the rugged mountains of the Snowdonia National Park and the medieval castles of King edward i’s iron Ring. in South Wales, tour the windswept coast and the rolling hills of the Brecon Beacons National Park.

MAeS-y-neuADD HOteL, HARLeCH Rated 4• minutes from Royal St. David’s Golf Club• mansion-style fine dining rooms• located on eight acres of landscaped lawns and

gardens• Near the Snowdonia mountains and historic

Harlech Castle• only 2.5 hour drive from manchester

PORtMeIRIOn HOteL, PORtHMADOG Rated 4• Short drive to Royal St. David’s & Porthmadog

golf clubs• Seafront hotel with 42 charming rooms• Hotel-style rooms and suites with tea service• outdoor pool and extensive walking grounds• Close to town and fine dining opportunities

tHe CAStLe HOteL, COnWy Rated 3 PLUS• Short drive to Conwy Golf Club and North Wales

Golf Club• Historic 28 room hotel• onsite brasserie-style restaurant• located next to the medieval Conwy Castle• Walking distance to pubs, dinning and shopping

CeLtIC MAnOR ReSORt AnD SPA, neWPORt Rated 5• Home of the 2010 Ryder Cup twenty-ten Course• full golf practice facility with teaching academy• Deluxe 300 room regal hotel resort• five options for fine and casual dining• indoor and outdoor pool area

MARRIOtt St.PIeRRe HOteL AnD GC, CHePStOW Rated 4• 18-hole championship course; past host to the

lPGa Solheim cup• Built around a 14th century manor house• indoor pool area, fitness rooms, sauna and steam

room• less than 2 hours from london Heathrow

MORGAnS HOteL, SWAnSeA Rated 4• Short drive to the Welsh National Golf Club and

Pyle and Kenfig Golf Club• Situated in the center of Swansea• 42-room boutique hotel• located near the waterfront with dining, pubs,

shopping and museums• on-site options for both casual and fine dining

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For Golf Lovers:1. Choose from two championship golf courses2. Choice to walk or ride power carts3. Relaxed, uncrowned courses with ocean views4. Clubhouse dinning and full locker room facilities

After Golf:1. Whale watching or fishing excursions2. Science coastline drives3. incredible variety of fresh caught seafood 4. Shopping and sightseeing in Ponta Delgada5. Sunny beaches and causal cafes

the azoreS less than a 6 hour flight from North america, the 9 islands that make up the azores archipelago, are rich in history and are amongst the true hidden treasures left in europe. the islands offer a multitude of scenic coastlines, extinct volcanoes with hot springs, lakes and lush, rain forest like, foliage throughout. enjoy whale watching excursions, scuba diving and protected National Parks and gardens. the azorean islands are just a 2 hour flight from lisbon, and have their own feel for the visitor. offering plenty of shopping, attractions, fine and casual dining, nightlife, scenic drives and plenty of friendly locals.

CALOuRA HOteL Rated 3 PLUS• Quaint family run hotel resort situated along the

south coast• 20 minutes from Ponta Delgada city centre• Scenic cliff top setting offers great sea views from

every room• onsite restaurant serving local flavours and fresh

seafood• Scenic drives to two quality golf courses

ROyAL GARDen HOteL Rated 4• 2 blocks from downtown Ponta Delgada• minutes from the Ponta Delgada airport• Spacious modern and comfortable rooms• Small onsite spa and indoor pool• 2 restaurants/lounges, short walk to a dozen other

dinning opportunities• the perfect location to explore the island and

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PortUGalPortugal is a golfer’s paradise. Not only because it boasts more than 60 courses, but because the mild climate makes it possible to play all year round. Close to the sea and with excellent weather, Portugal attracts some of the most discerning golfers in the world, who come to enjoy courses that vary in both design and difficulty. many of the courses are designed by famous architects such as Henry Cotton, Rocky Roquemore and arnold Palmer. and all of them combine great natural beauty with challenging course designs.

For Golf Lovers:1. Great golf weather year round2. easy access with flights to lisbon and faro3. World Class golf and golf resorts4. Well groomed courses with plenty of challenge5. Championship layouts by renown designers

After Golf:1. the shops, waterfront, culture and dining of Portugal2. miles of sandy beach in the algarve3. Historic towns to explore and marvel at the architecture4. Scenic costal drives with lookout points5. adventure sports such as surfing, diving, hiking and fishing

PeStAnA VILA SOL GOLF & ReSORt Rated 4• located 20 minutes from faro international airport• Hotel rooms, suites, 2 and 3 bedroom condo’s• 27 hole championship golf course on-site • 4 restaurants and lounges • full service spa, 2 swimming pools• 10 minutes to casino, restaurants & shopping

PRAIA DeL Rey Rated 4• Perfect location for the best golf the algarve has

to offer• Breathtaking ocean and golf views• 2 & 3 bedroom villas• Spa, indoor/outdoor pools• multiple restaurants and lounges to choose from• Short stroll to pristine beach and surf• Warm welcome and tranquil environment

quIntA DA MARInHA HOteL AnD VILLAS Rated 4• located just 40 minutes from the excitement of

lisbon• Short drive to the coast and scenic views and

walking trails• Choice of large first class hotel or quaint low rise

villas to choose from• 18 hole parkland course onsite• Nearby to 5 more championship golf courses

PeStAnA ALVOR PRAIA Rated 4 PLUS• one of the top hotels in a the algarve• 5 km from Portimão and 74 km from faro

international airport.• Close to top area golf courses• 195 luxurious rooms and suites• located cliff-top overlooking the três irmãos beach

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