Golf is a popular and well-loved sport as it combines physical skill, mental strategy and social interaction in a way few sports do. It’s also deeply tied to tradition, stunning outdoor settings and professional tournaments that attract global attention.
But imagine, if you could combine golf and travel in a way to ‘play the game and see the world.’
Golf lovers have many options for unforgettable experiences that include customized and curated Small Group Tours and Golf Cruises from experts such as PerryGolf to
designing their own itineraries and checking off their dream bucket list greens and fairways from around the globe.
PerryGolf offers year-round golf and travel experiences by land and sea to more than 40 countries across six continents.
Custom tours include destinations like:
Scottish Highlands & AberdeenSt. Andrews & AyrshireThe Open Venues of Northwest EnglandThe Best of New ZealandThe Best of South Africa
Small group featured tours include:
Vietnam UnveiledSignature South AfricaPassions of Argentina
A sampling of golf cruises:
Australia & BaliFrance IntensiveJapan IntensiveIrish LinksBritish Isles & The 154th Open
Golfers looking to play some of the best spots in the U.S. have plenty of incredible courses to choose from that include picturesque
destinations from the desert to the sea.
Top Hot Spots in the U.S.
Pebble Beach Golf Links in Pebble Beach, California (Photo Credit: Pebble Beach Golf Links)
Scottsdale: Known for its year-round sunshine and over 200 courses in the Arizona region offering a blend of scenic backdrops and top-tier resort play with historic fairways and desert layouts.Pebble Beach: One of the most iconic golf locations in the world boasts stunning Pacific Ocean views and a historic championship layout and home to the world-renowned Pebble Beach Golf Links, host of numerous major championships.Bandon Dunes: A must-play for links golf fans, this location on the Southern Oregon coast is totally about golf. Set on the rugged Pacific coastline with massive sand dunes and large undulating greens, Bandon is an old-school with walking-only
courses that are ranked among the top 10 public courses in the U.S.Pinehurst: Long considered one of the best places for a golf trip in the U.S., the “Home of American Golf” as its often called is a small village in the Sandhills region of central North Carolina. With pine forests, rolling terrain and sandy
soil great for year-round golf, Pinehurst’s cluster of nine courses include the legendary Pinehurst No. 2.
Hilton Head: Home to Harbour Town Golf Links (a PGA tour stop) and about 40 courses woven through Lowcountry scenery, this popular South Carolina town offers great golf and coastal charm, along with beautiful beaches, kayaking and incredible
seafood.Palm Springs: The Greater Palm Springs area has over 120 golf courses, one of the highest concentrations ever. Its warm, dry climate with very little rain means reliable playing conditions and while most of the country is cold, Palm Springs
offers a longer peak playing season.
Underrated Courses
Casa de Campo Teeth of the Dog No. 15. (Photo Credit: Leslie K. Hughes)
El Camaleón, Mayakoba: Set in the Riviera Maya region of Mexico, this PGA tour host still flies under many golfers’ radars, highlighting three eco-systems in one round — jungle, mangroves and ocean.Teeth of the Dog, Dominican
Republic: Highly ranked yet still underrated despite being one of the most iconic and magnificent courses in the Caribbean, the greens are famous for their dramatic routing along with Caribbean Sea with seven holes right on the water.
Highland Links, Nova Scotia: This Stanley Thompson masterpiece nestled within Cape Breton Highlands National Park offers mountains, forests, rivers and ocean converging in a spectacular way. Golfers can enjoy dramatic Atlantic views, rugged
coastlines and vast wilderness on a course designed by Canada’s most celebrated golf architect.Castle Stuart, Scotland: This course is often missed by golfers heading to more famous destinations, yet it is regularly rated among the top courses in the world. The views are spectacular — on a rugged stretch of the Moray Firth shoreline
with panoramic vistas of both sea and sky. Waves, coastal breezes, and ever‑changing light contribute to its dramatic feel.
Dream Golf Destinations
Every golfer will tell you that they have a dream destination- a special and unique place to tee off in the world’s best golfing spots and have a story to tell about it. But these destinations are not just about the game; they offer a blend of history,
culture and breathtaking landscapes that make every round a memorable experience. These are courses you plan a trip around, not just a weekend tee time. And some even offer public play.
Pebble Beach, California: Perched precariously over the Pacific on the Monterey Peninsula, the “Crown Jewel of American golf” opened in 1919 and is renowned for its dramatic stunning views and its hosting of six U.S. Opens and other championships.St. Andrews, Scotland: The birthplace of golf, St. Andrews is a place where the game’s history, tradition and world-class courses all converge. Overlooking the North Sea, the town has been central to golf since the 15th century,
with its iconic Old Course dating back to 1552.Royal County Down and Royal Portrush,
Northern Ireland: These two courses are consistently ranked among the top courses in the world. Not only do these greens on the North Atlantic coast offer incredible views with dramatic cliffs and exposed dunes, but the links are challenging due to
severe elevation changes and other natural undulations. Golfers can’t just blind shot here, as every hit must be well-thought out and executed — a true test to skill.New Zealand: With dramatic scenery, long stretches of awe-inspiring picturesque coast and soaring mountain ranges, New Zealand is a natural golfers’ playground with over 400 courses dotting the country. Kauri Cliffs offers sweeping views of
the Pacific Ocean and is ranked as one of the best courses in the world. Cape Kidnappers featuring eighteen holes of golf designed by Tom Doak and must-play Millbrook Resort has been voted the country’s Best Golf Resort in New Zealand for several
years.
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