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Looking for great residential golf? Why not Georgia?
Looking to buy golf course real estate in Georgia? We rank the top golfing communities, including Sea Island on St. Simon's, Reynolds Plantation in Greensboro, Hawks Ridge and TPC at Sugarloaf near Atlanta, and Ford Plantation, south of Savannah.
... full article »Georgia mountain golf on your mind? Try these elevated courses
Southern Georgia does have the Okeefenokee, and tons of red clay. But this state has extremely varied terrain, from the south's wetlands to the foothills and mountains of the north. That diversity extends to its golf courses.
... full article »Georgia golf courses: Wrong kind of long drive? Make a rest stop on I-75
The busy Interstate 75 corridor funnels cargo, tourists and a ton of golfers from Atlanta to Florida. You can make the drive in five hours or less, but if time isn't an issue there are plenty of courses close to the highway for a golf rest stop.
... full article »Masters week at Augusta: Your guide for celeb watching, golf fishing and carousing
OK, so you scored a ticket to the 2006 Masters, and you're headed for Augusta, Ga. for a week at probably the most prestigious golf tournament in the world. You're salivating over seeing the best players in the world tee it up on American golf's most sacred grounds, reveling in the rarified atmosphere. But, you can only watch the superstars hit 300-yard drives on the driving range and on the course for so long. Here are some other things to do during Masters week in Augusta.
... full article »Big stripers, black bass and more golf are close to hallowed grounds of Augusta
If you're looking to blend in a little fishing with golf, Augusta, home of revered Augusta National, is a fine place to do it. Aside from the big lake, the Savannah River has big stripers, too, as well as bass and the usual freshwater species. There are numerous small lakes and ponds that give up some big fish. The area has some other fine courses, prompting Golf Digest to rank it as one of the top metro areas in the country.
... full article »The best of golf at Georgia's state parks, away from urban hustle
Feel like getting away from the hustle and bustle of some of Georgia's big cities like Atlanta, but want to still get in a round? You're in luck, as the Georgia state park system operates eight golf courses around the state, offering golfers the great outdoors on some great courses. Tracks like Arrowhead Pointe Golf Course give golfers their favorite diversion while giving them scenery and landscape you can't find in the city.
... full article »Fabulous foliage and weather make northern Georgia a fall paradise
The leaves are doing their part to usher in fall in northern Georgia, now they await to be viewed in their multi-colored splendor by tourists seeking the perfect autumn setting. Northen Georgia in the fall is a grand experience for the senses, but doesn't have to be for the wallet. With package deals, lower green-fee rates and even a top resort that offers free golf for women, northern Georgia is a destination only missing you.
... full article »Atlanta never stops rising when it comes to great Southern golf
In town or deep into the suburbs, Atlanta presents a golfing scene for the South to envy. Designers such as Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio and Davis Love have put their touches on some of Atlanta's courses, giving golfers a tough decision for where they want to play next. With full-scale resorts beckoning and a city scene to rival other U.S. metropolises, Atlanta's combination of big-city style and Southern charm make it a can't-miss destination.
... full article »Savannah offers courses to appeal to golfers of all levels
Called the "Hostess City of the South," Savannah brings with it the image of lovely girls in white dresses having a sweet iced tea. Face it, you can't even say the name "Savannah" without adding in a slight Southern drawl. Try it. And like most key cities in the South, Savannah’s a place to golf, with nearly 20 courses in a city of just 130,000. Courses range from the mammoth and extravagant to smaller and more discrete.
... full article »'Hotlanta' golf gets lost in the mix
Georgia parks offer decent golf, affordable prices
