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Greg Norman Set To Open Champions Golf Academy In North Myrtle Beach08/20/2010
First it was a pair of golf courses, then a fine-dining restaurant, and now Greg Norman has come back to North Myrtle Beach to launch a golf academy.
Glen Dornoch Named By Golf Magazine Top 20 In South Carolina08/10/2010
Golf Magazine unveiled its biennial ranking of America’s best public courses and the best each state has to offer in its September issue, and Glen Dornoch was included in the top courses in South Carolina.
Glens Golf Vacations Now Offering Reduced Summer Tee Time Only Rates08/03/2010
Glens Golf Vacations is now offering reduced summer tee time golf only specials for all Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach area courses. The lowest prices to be found for any course you are looking for.
3rd Annual Know Your Score Celebrity Tournament Set To Tee It Up08/02/2010
The 3rd annual Know Your Score Links & Laughs Golf Tournament and Gala is scheduled for August 28 at the Jack Nicklaus-designed Long Bay Club in North Myrtle Beach. Proceeds from the event will benefit ZERO – The Project to End Prostate Cancer.
Title Sponser Sports Illustrated Announces Editorial Coverage For Myrtle Beach08/02/2010
When Sports Illustrated Golf Group signed on as the title sponsor of the World Amateur Handicap Championship, it brought the name recognition of golf’s most influential media conglomerate – Sports Illustrated, Golf Magazine and Golf.com – to the event.
Hot List: Top 5 Sushi Restaurants In Myrtle Beach08/02/2010
Sushi comes with enough options to satisfy most any palette, and with choice has come popularity. The Japanese dish is available throughout the Grand Strand, but we are here to help you narrow the list. If you are looking for sushi, here are five restaurants that will please.
Hot List: Top 5 Big-Hitting Myrtle Beach Golf Courses07/30/2010
For those free-swinging big hitters who never saw a fairway their driver didn't like, we present five Myrtle Beach golf courses where, from the back tees, you'll have plenty of opportunities to hit the big stick, and the phrase "iron off the tee" isn't in the vocabulary.
Brunswick Trail Member Bald Head Island Club-New And Improved07/28/2010
In today’s difficult economic climate and with fewer rounds of golf being played annually, many golf courses across America are cutting their golf course maintenance budgets, just to stay open. The Bald Head Island Club did something different by taking advantage of the poor economy to revitalize its 18 hole, 35 year old golf course.
Sandpiper Bay Named "2010 Myrtle Beach Course Of The Year"07/27/2010
Sandpiper Bay has been voted the 2010 "Myrtle Beach Golf Course of the Year" by the Myrtle Beach Golf Course Owners Association.
Golf Group Of The Week: Who Is The King Of Myrtle Beach07/27/2010
So you want to be crowned the King of Myrtle Beach? If you are hanging with the VB Golf Crew, it’s going to require a superlative effort, on and off the course.
Glens Group Joins Myrtle Beach Campaign To Fight Prostate Cancer07/26/2010
This spring the "Know Your Score" campaign raised the money with “Closest to the Pin” contests at more than 25 Myrtle Beach area golf courses, including Heather Glen and Glen Dornoch.
North Myrtle Beach Event Spotlight: Music On Main07/22/2010
Journey to downtown North Myrtle Beach to get to know the area merchants in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Delight in the sounds of a live band on Main Street from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Families are encouraged to come downtown after work or after a long day on the beach to taste the flavors of Main Street North Myrtle Beach, listen to live music, shop and dance 'til you drop. Kick back and unwind with us and your beach chair on Main Street.
Glens Offer New Romantic Weekend Getaway Package07/19/2010
The Village at the Glens is now offering couples a “Romantic Weekend” package. This unique package includes a 3-day/2-night stay at the Village at the Glens; a sunset cruise along the coast of North Myrtle Beach for three hours with heavy hors d'oeurves; a welcoming basket with wine, cheese, and coupons; plus a discount on golf greens fees and carts.
What To Do In Myrtle Beach And North Myrtle Beach In July07/12/2010
Sure more than 100 Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach golf courses provide ample entertainment, but the fun along the Grand Strand doesn’t end with the final putt. The Myrtle Beach area is chocked full of good times and here are five of the best off course activities to enjoy throughout the remainder of July.
Golfweek Magazine Rankings Hold Myrtle Beach Golf In High Esteem07/11/2010
Golfweek’s 2010 rankings reaffirmed what most already knew: a Myrtle Beach golf trip offers unparalleled quality.
Detroit Piston Chris Wilcox To Host Charity Golf Tourney In Myrtle Beach07/07/2010
On Saturday, July 10, Myrtle Beach National will host the 2nd annual Chris Wilcox Charity Golf Outing. The shotgun scramble tournament will begin at 10:00 a.m. on MBN’s South Creek Course. The charity golf event is an effort to raise money to find a cure for Lupus, a debilitating disease that hampers and attacks the immune system.
Sandpiper Bay and Panthers Run Install New Greens07/01/2010
Millions of people make a summer pilgrimage to Myrtle Beach, most of them to enjoy sun, sand and a taste of life on the coast. While area beaches are teeming with people, Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach golf courses often use the “down time” for improvement projects, and this summer is no different.
Golf Group Of The Week: Cold Beer Open06/25/2010
They’ve got a logo, custom apparel, create risqué bag tags and charge entry fees. They play a lot of golf and talk even more.
Entries Pour In For Golf.com World Am Tournament06/24/2010
What happens when you combine a new sponsor with world-wide name recognition, a great course lineup, and a slowly improving economy? A surge in interest in the Golf.com World Amateur Handicap Championship. The tournament is still two months away, but entries and interest in amateur golf’s coolest event are on the upswing.
Carolina National Joins Brunswick Isles Golf Trail06/23/2010
The Brunswick Isles Golf Trail, which stretches out along the coast of southern North Carolina and northern South Carolina, now offers 477 memorable holes of championship golf with the addition of Carolina National Golf Club.
Possum Trot Reopens06/18/2010
Possum Trot Golf Club set to reopen for play on June 18, 2010. The course has undergone upgrades on eight of the holes, and the work has paid off.
Kids Play Free Summer Programs06/15/2010
Summer in Myrtle Beach means outstanding free golf programs for junior golfers. Myrle Beach offers outstanding junior golf opportunities.
June 14 Heather Glen Course Review06/14/2010
The Average Joe visited Heather Glen on June 14, to review the course. Here is what he thought of his day on the links.
Hot List: Top 5 Father's Day Golf Gift Ideas06/13/2010
Scrambling for a late Father’s Day present? If you can’t enjoy the ultimate gift – entry into the Father-Son Team Classic – there are plenty of other options available. Whether you are looking for simplicity or high tech, a quick trip to Martin’s PGA Tour Superstore helped create a list with at least one item that should make every golf playing Dad happy.
Father-Son Team Classic To Be Held In Myrtle Beach July 22-2406/10/2010
The 13th annual Father-Son Team Classic takes full swing in Myrtle Beach on July 22nd. The three day tournament features 54 holes of golf, and some great memories for many father/son duos.
Myrtle Beach Golf Hall Of Fame Welcomes 2 Inductees06/03/2010
Two golf industry leaders became the newest members of the Myrtle Beach Golf Hall of Fame in a ceremony held at Pine Lakes today.
Charlie's Corner: Looking Forward To The World Am06/02/2010
It’s getting close to World Am time. And I can't wait to get to the World's Largest 19th Hole.
Texas Resident Wins Glens Facebook Challenge And A Free Trip To Myrtle Beach05/24/2010
The Glens Golf Group recently concluded its first ever Glens Golf Group giveaway contest through Facebook. On May 14, 2010, Ed Bohnemann from Plano, Texas was named the winner of the free 3-night/3-round golf vacation for a foursome to the Glens Golf Group.
2010 FDNY 9-11 Golf Tourny A Success05/21/2010
The FDNY 9-11 Memorial Golf Outing prides itself on being a good-time gathering for firefighters from across the nation, providing America’s first responders with the opportunity to celebrate the bond that links them.
Golf Group Of The Week: JJ Elliott Memorial Tournament05/21/2010
Participants in the 59-man J.J. Elliott Memorial Golf Tournament filled the deck at World Tour, heckling their friends as they played the final shots of a 126-hole golf outing on a sun-drenched afternoon in Myrtle Beach.
Charlie's Corner: Monday After The Masters Continues To Get Better05/10/2010
I've been very fortunate to be a part of nearly every Hootie and the Blowfish Monday after the Masters Celebrity Pro-am going back to the 2nd year. The event has a large title and from here on out I'll refer to it as MAM.
Golf Channel To Televise Monday After The Masters Special05/10/2010
The Hootie & The Blowfish Monday After the Masters Celebrity Pro-Am attracted a star-studded field of athletes, celebrities and musicians to Myrtle Beach, and the Golf Channel is going to share the fun. The “Hootie & The Blowfish Monday After the Masters,” a one-hour special, will air on Tuesday, May 11 at 8 p.m. on Golf Channel.
Local's Corner: Top 5 Italian Restaurants05/10/2010
The Grand Strand is chocked full of restaurants and some of the best are Italian. If you are looking for a good meal from the Old Country, we surveyed a group of hard-eating locals and have produced a list of the area’s five best Italian restaurants.
Goofy Golf Group Of The Week: Carolinians And Californians05/04/2010
Strolling through a clubhouse parking lot dressed in blue and green plaid shorts, daring green tube socks (yes, they reached the knee cap) and a pink shirt, Russ McConnell turned more heads than a rush hour traffic accident and raised more questions than a politician explaining a vote.
Allegiant Air Begins Non-Stop Service From Fort Wayne To Myrtle Beach04/30/2010
Low-cost airline, Allegiant Air, LLC,a subsidiary of Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT), today inaugurates low-cost, nonstop service from Fort Wayne, Ind. to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the Golf Capital of the World. To celebrate, the company is offering a special $49.99* one-way fare and a FREE** night hotel stay at Allegiant preferred hotels in the premier golf and beach destination.
On The Green Magazine Tee Times Now Open In Golf Dimensions Superstore04/29/2010
Myrtle Beach's trusted golf authority for the last 35 years, On The Green Magazine, has recently opened a golf kiosk in Golf Dimensions in North Myrtle Beach.
Local's Corner: Top 5 Happy Hour Spots In Myrtle Beach04/27/2010
Post-round happy hour is an unwritten part of the itinerary for many Myrtle Beach golf groups. It’s an opportunity to exchanges stories, make excuses, and enjoy a cold drink. So where are the best spots in Myrtle Beach to enjoy happy hour?
David Feherty Coming To Myrtle Beach For Golf.Com World Am04/26/2010
One of golf’s biggest personalities is coming to one of the game’s biggest parties. CBS analyst, Golf Magazine columnist and renowned funnyman David Feherty will be headlining the entertainment at the Golf.com World Amateur Handicap Championship’s renowned 19th Hole on Thursday, September 2.
Course Spotlight: Glen Dornoch Is Easy On The Eyes04/24/2010
As players bring clubs to the bag drop, their eyes are naturally drawn to the Intracoastal Waterway, which meanders by Glen Dornoch on its way to the nearby Atlantic Ocean. When players check in, it’s almost impossible not to look out over the double-green the ninth and 18th holes share and admire the backdrop the water provides.
5 Things You Need To Know About Glen Dornoch04/23/2010
Glen Dornoch is one of the most challenging and scenic courses on the Myrtle Beach golf market, wowing players with views of the Intracoastal Waterway while forcing them to think their way around the course. It’s the type of layout where a little local knowledge is beneficial, and we are here to help. Here are five things that will help you enjoy your experience at Glen Dornoch.
3 Best Holes At Glen Dornoch04/22/2010
Glen Dornoch has provided some of Myrtle Beach golf’s best visuals since it opened in 1996. Five holes play along the Intracoastal Waterway and designer Clyde Johnston maximized the available land, creating a layout that is near the top of many play lists.
April Glen Dornoch Photo Gallery04/21/2010
Playing along the edge of the Intracoastal Waterway, Glen Dornoch is in any discussion regarding Myrtle Beach's most scenic golf courses. The North Strand layout has numerouis holes golfers will remember long after they leave the area, including the 16th, 17th and 18th. Enjoy a photo Gallery of Glen Dornoch.
Charlie's Corner: Putting The Masters Into Perspective04/20/2010
Now that I’ve had a week to let this year’s Masters breath I can appreciate it even more. For me personally, it was my second favorite all time.
Golf.Com World Amateur Unveils Strongest Course Lineup In Tourney History04/20/2010
Competition, camaraderie and the opportunity to play under PGA Tour-like conditions are just a few of the reasons more than 3,000 people from across the globe flock to Myrtle Beach every year to compete in the Golf.com World Amateur Handicap Championship.
D.J. Trahan And Steve Azar Win Hootie & The Blowfish Monday After The Masters04/12/2010
The sun was shining, the stars were out, and the 16th annual Hootie & the Blowfish Monday After the Masters Celebrity Pro-Am enjoyed one the best days in tournament history.
Moday After The Masters Ready To Tee Off In Myrtle Beach04/06/2010
Most of the nation eagerly anticipates The Masters. In Myrtle Beach, it’s the end of golf’s most famed event the people look forward to, because that is when the fun begins.
Charlie's Corner: Sizing Up The Masters Field04/05/2010
It’s that time of the year. My eyes are watery, my nose is itchy, and the azaleas are popping. And I’m craving pimento cheese sandwiches. If you have ever attended The Masters, you know just what I mean about all of the above.
Restaurant Review: Hooters Offer More Than A Nice View04/04/2010
Hooters reputation has long been secure. Attractive waitresses in tiny neon orange shorts, tight white tank tops, and the chain’s suggestive name successfully established the brand years ago.
La Quinta Wins Palmetto In Sudden Death Playoff04/03/2010
La Quinta (Calif.) High School seniors Alfred Castro, Mark Hicks, Tad Murray, Joey Simonds and Tyler Henry have been friends since grade school. They attended junior golf clinics and have been competing together since they started playing the game, which made their sudden death victory in the 13th annual Palmetto High School Golf Championship Saturday at Ocean Ridge Plantation all the sweeter.
Myrtle Beach To Host Annual Palmetto High School Championship03/31/2010
From North Myrtle Beach to the Big Easy to La Quinta, Calif., high school golf teams from across the United States are gathering in Myrtle Beach for the 13th annual Palmetto High School Golf Championship, April 1-3. The largest boys’ high school tournament in the nation, the 2010 Palmetto has attracted 60 teams from 13 states.
Charlie's Corner: Happy To See The LPGA Return Home03/30/2010
Welcome to Charlie's Corner, the blog home for Golf Channel analyst Charlie Rymer. A lifelong Myrtle Beach golfer, Rymer, with his charectaristic whit and unique perspective, will be weighing in on all things golf.
Brunswick Isles Golf Trail Has 5 Courses Named To North Carolina's Top 100 Courses03/25/2010
The North Carolina Golf Panel has ranked five Brunswick Isles Golf Trail courses among N.C.'s top 100 golf courses. Leopard’s Chase, Tiger’s Eye Golf Links, Bald Head Island Club, Rivers Edge Golf Club, and Sea Trail (Jones) have all been named to this prestigious list. The list of top 100 golf courses was published in Business North Carolina's March 2010 issue.
Hot List: Top 5 Sports Bars In The North Strand03/17/2010
The North Strand has grown into a golf and entertainment powerhouse in recent years, earning its spot as a good time destination. For the sake of comparison, think of the North Strand might be analogous to the Big East, a conference that didn’t exist three decades but is now, unquestionably, one of college basketball’s best. Which destination’s are the Syracuse and Villanova of North Strand sports bars? Wonder no more:
Hot List: Top 5 Sports Bars In The South Strand03/17/2010
NCAA Tournament viewing on the South Strand is like rooting for the mid-majors in the Big Dance. The choices offered are good, but they don’t receive quite the acclaim. The South Strand is known for its casual pace and upscale golf and dining options, but there are still a host of establishments that offer an inviting atmosphere to watch a game.
Hot List: Top 5 Sports Bars In Central Myrtle Beach03/17/2010
Myrtle Beach is at the heart of the Grand Strand’s entertainment scene. In March Madness parlance, it’s a traditional power that offers an abundance of options, and here are the top five seeds (the best places to watch a game) in Central Strand Region.
Hot List: Myrtle Beach's 5 Shortest Par Fours03/04/2010
Lining up an eagle putt is one of golf’s most enviable positions. It’s also a rarity for most players, particularly on a par 4, but a Myrtle Beach golf trip does afford a few opportunities.
Charlie's Corner: Rymer Gets Robbed, Reminded Of His Good Fortune03/04/2010
I just realized how incredibly spoiled I am when it comes to golf.
Charlie's Corner: An Hour With The King03/03/2010
Working for the Golf Channel really has been a dream come true. I’ve been here for a year now and I have had some amazing days and none more fun than this past Thursday.
Furyk, Esiason Among New Players At 2010 Monday After The Masters02/25/2010
Hootie & the Blowfish Monday After the Masters Celebrity Pro-Am Golf Tournament organizers announced today that PGA TOUR player Jim Furyk and former NFL quarterback Boomer Esiason will make their first appearances in this year’s event to be held April 12 at The Dye Club at Barefoot Resort & Golf in North Myrtle Beach.
Allegiant Air Announces Non-Stop Service From Ft. Wayne To Myrtle Beach02/23/2010
Fort Wayne, Ind. scores a hole-in-one with Allegiant Air as the low-cost airline announces new, nonstop flights to Myrtle Beach, S.C. from Fort Wayne beginning April 30. The low-fare carrier will celebrate the convenient new service to the premier golf and beach destination with introductory fares as low as $49.99* each way.
Charlie's Corner: Covering The Tiger Woods Saga02/17/2010
Welcome to Charlie's Corner, the blog home for Golf Channel analyst Charlie Rymer. A lifelong Myrtle Beach golfer, Rymer, with his charectaristic whit and unique perspective, will be weighing in on all things golf.
Hot List: Myrtle Beach's Top Five Seafood Restaurants02/17/2010
Sure golf is the main attraction on a trip to Myrtle Beach, but the bounty offered by the nearby Atlantic Ocean is hard to resist, especially at dinner time.
Glen Dornoch Named By Travel Golf As Top 5 Scenic Saltwater Marsh Courses In Myrtle Beach02/03/2010
There may not be a ton of ocean golf courses in Myrtle Beach, but with popular plays such as Tidewater Golf Club and Oyster Bay Golf Links - both marsh courses - there's plenty of water to be had in the Grand Strand.
Low-Cost Carrier Allegiant Air Announces New Non-Stop Service To Myrtle Beach02/02/2010
Low-cost carrier Allegiant Air, a subsidiary of Allegiant Travel Company, announced it will establish a new base at Gerald R. Ford International Airport, and will start low-cost, nonstop service from Grand Rapids to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the Golf Capital of the World.
American Eagle Airlines Announces Direct Flight From Dallas/Ft Worth To Myrtle Beach01/26/2010
American Eagle Airlines, the regional affiliate of American Airlines, will begin nonstop seasonal jet service between Myrtle Beach (S.C.) International Airport (MYR) and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), beginning April 6. Eagle will operate the service through October 31, with 44-seat Embraer ERJ-140 jets.
Hot List: 7 Myrtle Beach Golf Courses On The Intracoastal Waterway01/24/2010
The construction of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway was authorized by Congress in 1919, and the 1,900-mile waterway spanning the East Coast has done much good, providing safe passage to commercial and civilian boats in times of trouble.
Myrtle Beach Golf Holiday Launches New Website01/05/2010
Myrtle Beach is home to more than 100 courses and now golf’s most popular road trip has an online home to better showcase everything the area has to offer.
Glens Golf Group In Myrtle Beach Announces New Four Course Membership Option For Locals In North And South Carolina For 201012/24/2009
With discounted green fees starting at $26 per round, this membership makes the perfect gift for the Myrtle Beach golfer.
Spirit Air Announces New Atlanta To Myrtle Beach Route12/17/2009
Atlanta is home to the largest concentration of avid golfers in the South. Myrtle Beach is the Golf Capital of the World. The new direct flight offered by Spirit Airlines will connect the dots.
Sports Illustrated Golf Group Named New World Am Title Sponser12/16/2009
For the Sports Illustrated Golf Group it is a homecoming and an opportunity to broaden its appeal to amateur golfers. For Myrtle Beach Golf Holiday and the World Amateur Handicap Championship it is an opportunity to partner with one of golf and sports leading brands.
Top 5: Myrtle Beach's Best Putt-Putt Golf Courses12/10/2009
Sure Myrtle Beach is home to the nation’s largest selection of golf courses, but the fun doesn’t stop there for those you who can’t put the putter down. The Grand Strand is also home to 50 putt-putt golf courses, including some of the world’s best.
Shaftesbury Glen Named By WorldGolf.Com As Top 5 Toughest Greens In Myrtle Beach12/10/2009
Some Grand Strand greens require a little more savvy than the rest. If you're looking for a golf course that will put your group's flat sticks to the test, try out one of these five courses that boast some of the area's best, and most challenging greens.
Cape Fear National Joins The Brunswick Isles Golf Trail11/18/2009
Cape Fear National has joined the Brunswick Isles Golf Trail, the addition of the newest course brings the trail to 450 exciting holes of golf near the popular golf destination of Myrtle Beach.
Hot List: The Best Wings In Myrtle Beach11/03/2009
In the not-so-distant past chicken wings were a blue collar bar food, a delicacy that lacked broad appeal. But chicken (or buffalo) wings have emerged from the culinary shadows.
The Longest Hole In One In Myrtle Beach Golf History11/02/2009
When Jay McAllister saw the group in front of him driving back towards the tee, his first thought was, “I must have hit somebody.”
Myrtle Beach Event Calendar: 11/3-11/1011/01/2009
Preview local events happening all around the Myrtle Beach area. Concerts, exhibits, festivals....everything that is taking place, you will find information on here.
Myrtle Beach Event Calendar: 10/28-11/310/28/2009
Preview local events happening all around the Myrtle Beach area. Concerts, exhibits, festivals....everything that is taking place, you will find information on here.
5 Must Have Items For Your Myrtle Beach Golf Package10/28/2009
When it comes to a golf vacation, you’ve got to think about more than just tossing the clubs in the car or plane. You’ve got to plan for an adventure. Here’s a list of five must have items for your trip.
Heather Glen And Glen Dornoch Honored By Golf World10/23/2009
Golf World readers rank Myrtle Beach's Heather Glen and Glen Dornoch among the nation's best. Prestigious "Readers' Poll" says Glens courses are also among the best in South Carolina.
Hot List: 5 Reasons To Take A Myrtle Beach Golf Trip10/22/2009
After a summer that featured less than ideal weather in many parts of the nation, fall and winter are beginning to creep up on the horizon, a prospect that sends shivers down the spine of golfers not fortunate enough to live in a temperate location. But there is still plenty of golf to be played in Myrtle Beach this year and here are the top five reasons to take a trip to the Grand Strand this fall.
Hot List: Myrtle Beach's Longest Par 3s10/14/2009
Par 3s are often about finesse and distance control, but not always. Myrtle Beach golf’s five longest par 3s require as much, if not more, brute strength than the longest of drives.
Brunswick Isles Golf Trail Extends Fall Special Promotion Through Februay10/08/2009
Popular demand drives extension, so golfers can enjoy free rooms, lunches and towels into the New Year.
40 Years, 40 Myrtle Beach Golf Trips10/07/2009
It was 1970 and Ron Bingeman, Larry Spangler, Everett Cassel and Bob Hayes had just concluded their first Myrtle Beach golf trip. The group stayed at the Caravelle, played the Dunes Club, Pine Lakes and Litchfield Country Club, but when the trip ended, disappointment was the prevailing emotion.
Linda Fuller Wins World Championship Playoff09/04/2009
Linda Fuller of Richmond, Texas, shot a net 66 to win the World Championship Playoff at the Dunes Golf & Beach Club Friday afternoon. Fuller’s victory capped the 26th annual PGA TOUR Superstore World Amateur Handicap Championship, an event that began with 3,060 people on Monday morning.
Celebrities Prepare To Descend On Grand Strand To Fight Cancer08/05/2009
Celebrities of all types have long visited Myrtle Beach for the same reason most everyone else does – a great trip. On August 29, actors, athletes and musicians will flock to the area in hopes of using their fame to fight a disease that has affected nearly everyone: cancer.
Hot List: Myrtle Beach's 5 Longest Holes08/04/2009
Space space-age design technology has revolutionized the club business and new golf balls fly further than your old balata could have even with the benefit of a canon. The technological advancements have placed a premium on length and golf course architects have answered the bell, crafting courses that routinely measure more than 7,000 yards.
Ultimate Road Trip To Myrtle Beach Winner Selected08/03/2009
Bill Sturm, a Douglasville, Ga. native, won the “Ultimate Road Trip to Myrtle Beach,” a four-night, four-round golf extravaganza that includes travel, accommodations, golf on four of America’s Top 100 courses, new clubs , a half-day at one of America’s Top 25 golf schools, dinner with Golf Channel star Charlie Rymer and more. Sturm gets to bring three playing partners with him and they all receive the same VIP treatment.
Shaftesbury Glen Named 2009 Myrtle Beach Golf Course Of The Year07/24/2009
The Myrtle Beach Area Golf Course Owner’s Association has named Shaftesbury Glen Golf & Fish Club the 2009 Myrtle Beach Golf Course of the Year.
New Fall Special Offered By The Brunwick Isles Golf Trail07/23/2009
The Brunswick Isles Golf Trail, located along the northern coast of South Carolina and the southern coast of North Carolina, is offering Fall golf packages. Packages start at $182 per person, based on quad occupancy and include a free night's accommodations with two or more paid nights; a free Brunswick Isles Golf Trail souvenir golf towel, and a free lunch each day of play. Golfers can also enjoy same course/same day replays for cart fee only at the 22 Trail courses.
Glens Group To Host World Amateur Golf Tournament07/05/2009
What offers 72 holes of competitive golf on Myrtle Beach’s best courses, free beer and food, and the opportunity to win a Rolex? The PGA TOUR Superstore World Amateur Handicap Championship.
Golf Dimensions Superstore Opens New Location In North Myrtle Beach07/01/2009
Golf Dimensions Superstore has opened a third location. The newest is at the Barefoot Golf Resort in North Myrtle Beach. This is not your typical golf retail operation. It is located right on a deluxe golf practice facility featuring a 35 acre lighted driving range, putting green, and chipping area.
Direct Flights To Myrtle Beach06/29/2009
Several airlines offer direct flights to and from Myrtle Beach. Officials say Myrtle Beach's affordability makes it a likely candidate to do well as travelers search for bargains.
Hot List: 5 Gift Ideas For Dad06/09/2009
Scrambling to find a last minute gift for Dad or looking to purchase your own? We ventured into golf’s ultimate playground and consulted with store management and shoppers to find this year’s hottest gift ideas.
Five Golf Courses of Myrtle Beach
06/08/2009
Myrtle Beach has a lot of offer visiting golfers! There are world class resorts and golf courses to meet different skill levels. Myrtle Beach golf courses offer packages in conjunction with area resorts and motels to accommodate travelers with any budget. Golfers just need to find a course that fits their skill level, and they’re set for a fun and relaxing vacation. The Arcadian Shores Golf Club offers a modern golf layout. There are lakes and tree-lined fairways with 64 sand bunkers and natural lakes.
06/08/2009
Myrtle Beach has a lot of offer visiting golfers! There are world class resorts and golf courses to meet different skill levels. Myrtle Beach golf courses offer packages in conjunction with area resorts and motels to accommodate travelers with any budget. Golfers just need to find a course that fits their skill level, and they’re set for a fun and relaxing vacation. The Arcadian Shores Golf Club offers a modern golf layout. There are lakes and tree-lined fairways with 64 sand bunkers and natural lakes.
Top 5 Summer Golf Tips In Myrtle Beach05/29/2009
The mercury is rising and the beaches are filling, but Myrtle Beach remains the Golf Capital of the World in the summer months as well. If you are making a family beach trip, don’t forget to pack your clubs because summer is as good a time as any to play.
New Packages From The Brunswick Isles Golf Trail05/27/2009
The Brunswick Isles Golf Trail, located along the northern coast of South Carolina and the southern coast of North Carolina, is offering two special golf packages. Now through September 9, 2009 golfers can choose from The Majestic Trails package or The Magnificent Trails package. Both packages include golf, carts, and a two bedroom/two bathroom villa for just $99 a day, per person, based on quad occupancy.
Myrtle Beach Golf Vacations Are Some Of The Best In The World
05/27/2009
Myrtle Beach South Carolina is quickly becoming one of the most popular vacation destinations on the east coast and is especially attractive to golf enthusiasts of all levels. Planning your trip to take advantage of available world class facilities is easy and will guarantee a memorable trip. Legends Golf Resort offers a full immersion experience with its three onsite professional style courses and classy accommodations. Heathland, Moorland, and Parkland courses offer a range of challenging situations to even the most experienced golfers.
05/27/2009
Myrtle Beach South Carolina is quickly becoming one of the most popular vacation destinations on the east coast and is especially attractive to golf enthusiasts of all levels. Planning your trip to take advantage of available world class facilities is easy and will guarantee a memorable trip. Legends Golf Resort offers a full immersion experience with its three onsite professional style courses and classy accommodations. Heathland, Moorland, and Parkland courses offer a range of challenging situations to even the most experienced golfers.
Simply Great Golf Academy To Offer Junior Golf Camps This Summer At Possum Trot05/21/2009
Don't miss out on this great opportunity to provide your junior with the best golf lessons available anywhere. Learn from PGA Professional Mike Passmore this summer at the Simply Great Golf Academy at Possum Trot Golf Course.
Things you need to know about Myrtle Beach golf accommodations
05/11/2009
Myrtle Beach resorts offers you not only just space for playing golf but you can spend your time there in theater watching cinemas, there is a museum where you can find interesting artifacts about golf. There are also wildlife parks and zoos nearby where you can spend your leisure time. There is actually lot of variety of golf courses available in Myrtle Beach which makes you go crazy. And also the quality offered here is mind blowing.
05/11/2009
Myrtle Beach resorts offers you not only just space for playing golf but you can spend your time there in theater watching cinemas, there is a museum where you can find interesting artifacts about golf. There are also wildlife parks and zoos nearby where you can spend your leisure time. There is actually lot of variety of golf courses available in Myrtle Beach which makes you go crazy. And also the quality offered here is mind blowing.
Golf and Golf Packages in Myrtle Beach
05/11/2009
The sport of golf has come a long since its questionable inception in Scotland during the 12th century. Golf is a slport that is enjoyed by millions of people worldwide and many people who reside in the Myrtle Beach area are living testimony to this truth. Playing golf in Myrtle Beach is a huge pastime for many of the residents and tourist who visit the courses there. Here is some usefu information about golf and golfing packages in this area. Golf is played by all kinds of people at Myrtle Beach.
05/11/2009
The sport of golf has come a long since its questionable inception in Scotland during the 12th century. Golf is a slport that is enjoyed by millions of people worldwide and many people who reside in the Myrtle Beach area are living testimony to this truth. Playing golf in Myrtle Beach is a huge pastime for many of the residents and tourist who visit the courses there. Here is some usefu information about golf and golfing packages in this area. Golf is played by all kinds of people at Myrtle Beach.
Possum Trot Course Review: Myrtle Beach Golf Holiday Website05/06/2009
Possum Trot opened in 1968 and has been providing a quality Myrtle Beach golf experience ever since. Impeccable conditioning and an emphasis on customer service are two of the North Myrtle Beach course's primary benefits but ultimately, it's the course people care about and Possum Trot delivers on that count as well.
Glen Dornoch Named One Of The Top 30 Golf Courses In South Carolina By State's Golf Course Ratings Panel05/01/2009
Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links, located in Little River, S.C. has been named one of the 30 best courses in South Carolina according to the prestigious South Carolina Golf Course Ratings Panel. The list of the best public and private courses within the state can be found in the just released spring 2009 issue of Palmetto Golfer.
Zagat Survey Says Glens Group Golf Courses Among The Top In The US04/13/2009
Glen Dornoch and Heather Glen of the Glens Golf Group have been ranked among America's best golf courses in the 2009/2010 edition of the Zagat's America's Top Golf Courses, 6th Edition.
Possum Trot Featured On WorldGolf.Com03/31/2009
Nearly everyone today is budget-conscious, so it's no surprise to learn that winter-weary golfers are already searching the Southeast for the best deals in spring golf getaways. Many are finding that the most reasonably-priced are in Myrtle Beach, S.C. where The Glens Golf Group is offering great prices for those who want to stay and play.
5 Ways To Save On Your Golf Vacation03/24/2009
Golf can get expensive, but your golf vacation doesn't have to cost you an arm and a leg. Just follow a few simple tips and you can save hundreds off your trip and won't even notice the difference. Here's how....
Local Advice: Top 5 Happy Hour Spots In Myrtle Beach03/13/2009
Post-round happy hour is an unwritten part of the itinerary for many Myrtle Beach golf groups. It’s an opportunity to exchanges stories, make excuses, and enjoy a cold drink. So where are the best spots in Myrtle Beach to enjoy happy hour?
Local Advice: Top 5 Myrtle Beach Steakhouses02/17/2009
Whether you liked it broiled, blackened or grilled, a steak is the perfect way to end a day. Whatever your preference, Myrtle Beach has nearly as many places to eat a quality steak as it does golf courses.
Toronto Residents Enjoy Direct Air Service, Myrtle Beach Golf At The Glens01/09/2009
Canadian Jack Youngberg stood on a tee at Heather Glen Golf Links, playing a layout once named “Best New Public Course in America” by Golf Digest for the second time that day, and hammered his drive into a piece of wood yards in front of him. The ball bounded backwards into the air and continued to travel – eventually landing behind Youngberg and his cohorts.
Spirit Airlines Announces Direct Service From Chicago To Myrtle Beach12/18/2008
Snow is falling and temperatures are plummeting, but the sun was shining on Chicago area golfers this week as Spirit announced plans for seasonal service between Chicago and Myrtle Beach.
Meet Road Trip: Myrtle Beach Star Perry Swenson12/08/2008
Perry Swenson arrived for the filming of the first episode of Road Trip: Myrtle Beach with more bags than she could carry and little idea of what to expect. Swenson was the final member to join the Road Trip cast and she did so just days before the show started filming.
Myrtle Beach Named Top Golf Destination Of The Year12/07/2008
The International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) announced that Coastal South Carolina was selected as the “2009 Established Golf Destination of the Year – North America” during the organization’s annual conference which was held in Marbella, Spain in November.
The Golf Channel Features Glen Dornoch12/03/2008
The Golf Channel reality show "Road Trip Myrtle Beach" showcased Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links in its December 2nd Epidsode.
Thurman Relives Guest Star Giveaway Experience At Glen Dornoch12/01/2008
Kelly Thurman, decked out in shorts that were neon orange and a couple shades of pink, stepped onto the first tee at Glen Dornoch and was jawing with his playing partners, like he has countless times in the past.
You've Discovered The Brunswick Isles Golf Trail11/01/2008
The Carolinas' newest golf trail straddles the border of North and South Carolina with 396 holes of pure fun. If you're looking to be challenged by the best, this is where you'll find them. Over the years, award after award has been heaped upon the Trail's courses, from "Best New Course in America" to four-star ratings in "Places To Play." Three of Golf Magazine's "Top 20 Courses In South Carolina" are part of the new Trail, as are five of Golf Magazine's "Top 20 Courses In North Carolina." And, Golf Digest's list of "America's Top 100 Greatest Public Courses" includes three of the Trail's courses.
Yahoo! News Highlights The Glens Golf Group10/30/2008
Yahoo! News recently put the spotlight on the Glens Golf Group in their October 30th story which focused on "bargains out there for the wise shopper in need of destressing."
Golf World Magazine Readers Say Shaftesbury Glen Golf & Fish Club Is One Of The Nation's Top 50 Golf Resort Courses In US10/30/2008
Shaftesbury Glen Golf & Fish Club, located on the banks of South Carolina’s beautiful Waccamaw River in Conway S.C., has been voted one of the Top 50 Golf Resort Courses in the United States in Golf World's first-ever ranking of the best public, private and resort facilities in the country. The rankings were published in the Oct. 17 edition of the magazine.
Possum Trot Honored By Local Newspaper The Sun News10/26/2008
Possum Trot Golf Club was recently named by a locals readers' poll as to having one of the top 3 driving ranges in the Myrtle Beach area.
Glens Group Hosts Closet To The Pin Contests To Raise Money For Know Your Score Campaign10/13/2008
Glen Dornoch, Heather Glen, and Shaftesbury Glen will participate in closest-to-the-pin contests to be held along the Grand Strand on four consecutive Saturdays, starting October 18th. All proceeds will be donated to Zero – the Project to End Prostate Cancer, formerly known as the National Prostate Cancer Coalition. The fall closest-to-the-pin contests follow the contests held earlier in April that raised $40,000 for prostate cancer education and research.
Local Advice: 5 Restaurants Close To Village At The Glens09/10/2008
There are many quality restaurants along the North Strand, and here are five establishments we know you will enjoy.
Summer Golf Soars09/05/2008
The beaches are packed, sunscreen and flotation devices are the most popular items at Wal-Mart, and the family is ready for the annual trip to Myrtle Beach.
Golf Magazine Names Glen Dornoch Among Top 20 Courses In South Carolina09/01/2008
Glen Dornoch Waterway Links, located in Little River, SC, has been named one of the best courses in South Carolina according to Golf Magazine's "first ever" rankings of the best courses in each state. The list appears in the September issue of Golf Magazine.
Glen Dornoch Course Review On WorldGolf.Com11/12/2007
"Taking its name from the legendary Royal Dornoch in the Highlands of Scotland, Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links is arguably the finest of all the Myrtle Beach golf courses along the Intracoastal Waterway."
Heather Glen Course Review On WorldGolf.Com03/19/2007
"Heather Glen couldn't sound more Scottish, with its soft, lyrical syllables conjuring images of dewy mist rolling off the Irish Sea."
Possum Trot Course Review On WorldGolf.Com09/14/2006
"Myrtle Beach golf's Possum Trot: Pickup truck name, '68 Mustang course."
Shaftesbury Glen Course Review on WorldGolf.Com06/25/2002
"Shaftesbury Glen Golf and Fish Club Opens Minds to Tillinghast's Design Principles."
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