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625 Audubon Boulevard, Naples, FL 34110Audubon Country ClubAudubon Country Club is a private, 18-hole course in North Naples set among lakes and natural preserves. The Joe Lee-designed layout measures about 6,575 yards and is known for putting water in play, demanding accuracy, and offering a polished club experience. It is primarily a member and guest venue rather than a publAn Son Hamlet, Ba Na Commune, Da Nang City, VietnamBa Na Hills Golf ClubBa Na Hills Golf Club is a scenic 18-hole mountain course about 25–30 minutes from central Da Nang. Designed by Luke Donald and managed by IMG, it combines dramatic forest views, undulating greens and a rare full-course floodlighting system for selected night-golf sessions.Ballybunion, County Kerry, IrelandBallybunion Golf Club — Old CourseBallybunion’s Old Course offers Atlantic-side links golf among the dunes of County Kerry. It is one of two distinct courses at Ballybunion Golf Club; this profile does not describe the neighbouring Watson Cashen Course.Bandon, OregonBandon Dunes Golf ResortBandon Dunes is a walking-only golf resort on Oregon’s rugged southern coast, with seven distinct courses: Bandon Dunes, Pacific Dunes, Bandon Trails, Old Macdonald, Sheep Ranch, Bandon Preserve and Shorty’s. The ideal visit is a 3–4 night stay with three to five rounds, a caddie, and enough recovery time between walksNear Bridport, north-east Tasmania, AustraliaBarnbougle DunesBarnbougle Dunes is the Tom Doak and Mike Clayton course near Bridport, Tasmania. Coastal dunes, wide fairways and contoured greens define this individual course, separate from nearby Lost Farm.North-east Tasmania, AustraliaBarnbougle Lost FarmBarnbougle Lost Farm is the distinct 20-hole Coore & Crenshaw course near Bridport, Tasmania. Its routing moves through coastal and inland dunes; it is not another name for Barnbougle Dunes.Bethpage State Park, Bethpage, New YorkBethpage BlackBethpage Black is one of America’s most demanding public courses: long, hilly, narrow and heavily bunkered. Plan around an early tee time, a patient strategy and extra recovery time after the round. New York City makes it easy to build a two- or three-night golf trip around the course.446 Clifton Road, Te Awanga, Hawke’s Bay, New ZealandCape Kidnappers Golf CourseCape Kidnappers Golf Course combines Tom Doak’s design with dramatic coastal terrain in Hawke’s Bay. The golf course is the subject here, not a general guide to Rosewood Cape Kidnappers or the wider estate.Carnoustie, Angus, ScotlandCarnoustie Championship CourseCarnoustie Championship is one of golf’s toughest and most historic links courses, shaped by wind, firm turf, narrow targets and penal bunkering. In 2026, the adult Championship green fee is £360 from May 1 through October 31, with caddies available for £80 per bag. A four- to six-night trip based around Carnoustie, DuNaples, Florida 34105CAVU Golf Club, formerly Naples Grande Golf ClubNaples Grande Golf Club is the former name of what is now CAVU Golf Club, a private 18-hole course in Naples. The original Rees Jones design opened around 2000 and was reworked by Beau Welling in 2025. It is no longer a typical resort/public tee-time option, so access should be confirmed directly with the club.6320 Grandview Drive West, University Place, Washington 98467, United StatesChambers BayChambers Bay is an individual public course in University Place, Washington, with expansive terrain overlooking Puget Sound. Its walking-focused round and reclaimed industrial landscape are central to the experience.Naples, FloridaClub Pelican BayClub Pelican Bay is a private, member-owned club in Naples with 27 holes arranged as three par-36 nines: Club, Pelican and Bay. The original Arthur Hills design was renovated by Ron Forse in 2019. It is as much a lifestyle club as a golf club, with dining, fitness, spa and social amenities.Erin, Wisconsin, United StatesErin HillsErin Hills is a public golf course in Wisconsin, shaped by rolling glacial terrain. Its broad landscape, contours and walking-oriented experience reward thoughtful planning both on the course and before a visit.1030 Kings Way, Naples, FL 34104Foxfire Golf & Country ClubFoxfire is a private, bundled golf community in East Naples built around a 27-hole Arthur Hills-designed course. It is best known for approachable golf, an active member lifestyle, and convenient access to downtown Naples and the Gulf beaches. Membership is generally tied to purchasing a residence in the community.24400 Trilogy Parkway, Corona, CA 92883Glen Ivy Golf ClubGlen Ivy usually refers to Glen Ivy Hot Springs, a day-use wellness resort in Temescal Valley near Corona. It is known for mineral pools, mud baths, spa treatments, dining, and a relaxed outdoor setting. Nearby, Glen Ivy Golf Club offers a separate 18-hole golf experience.2400 Grey Oaks Drive North, Naples, FloridaGrey Oaks Country ClubGrey Oaks is a highly private country club in Naples, Florida, offering 54 holes across three distinct courses: Pine, Palm and Estuary. It is built around a full club lifestyle, with golf, wellness, dining, tennis, pickleball and social amenities. This is a membership-driven club rather than a public tee-time destinatiNaples, FloridaHibiscus Golf ClubAt Hibiscus Golf Club in Naples, the driving range opens at 7:00 a.m. and stays open until dusk. On Wednesday and Sunday, it closes at 5:00 p.m. for clean-pick and mowing.Hirono, Miki, Hyogo, JapanHirono Golf ClubHirono is one of Japan’s essential golf experiences: a 1932 C. H. Alison design in Miki, Hyogo, known for strategic bunkering, expressive landforms and a wonderfully secluded woodland setting. It is a private club, so overseas visitors should arrange access well in advance through a Japanese golf specialist, club conneDuy Hải, Quảng Nam, VietnamHoiana Shores Golf ClubYes—Hoiana Shores is a challenging but playable course for an average golfer. The fairways are generally generous, but coastal wind, sandy waste areas, bunkers and heavily undulating greens can quickly add strokes. It is demanding rather than brutally difficult.Queenstown/Wakatipu Basin, South Island, New ZealandJack's PointJack’s Point is John Darby’s 18-hole course near Queenstown, New Zealand. Lake Wakatipu, the Remarkables and natural tussock and schist terrain frame a landscape-led golf experience.2700 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, FL 34109Kensington Golf & Country ClubKensington is a member-owned private country club centered on an 18-hole, par-71 Robert Trent Jones Jr. course. It is one of the few notably walkable golf courses in Naples, with a strategic layout through a cypress preserve, sandy waste areas, bunkers and Florida water hazards. The club is equally focused on golf, dinCheltenham, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaKingston HeathKingston Heath is a Sandbelt course at Cheltenham, Melbourne. Dan Soutar’s routing, strategic bunkering and subtle ground contours define the main course, distinct from The Furrows short course.Lahinch, County Clare, IrelandLahinch Old CourseLahinch Old Course is a classic links experience on Ireland’s west coast, shaped by dunes, wind and firm-running turf. Play it for strategy rather than brute force, then build a relaxed trip around Lahinch, the Cliffs of Moher and nearby County Clare links.Naples, FloridaLaPlaya Golf ClubLaPlaya Golf Club is a private, Bob Cupp-designed 18-hole course in North Naples. It plays to 6,902 yards from the back tees, with rolling fairways, tropical landscaping, water hazards and notably strong practice facilities. Access is primarily through membership, club relationships or select resort arrangements, so adGuyancourt, FranceLe Golf National AlbatrosLe Golf National’s Albatros Course is a demanding championship layout in Guyancourt, southwest of Paris. It hosted the 2018 Ryder Cup and 2024 Olympic golf, and is best enjoyed with a thoughtful course-management plan rather than aggressive target golf.8004 Lely Resort Boulevard, Naples, Florida 34113Lely Resort Golf & Country ClubLely Resort is a 54-hole golf destination in south Naples, with two public courses—Flamingo and Mustang—and the private Classics course. The layouts come from Robert Trent Jones Sr., Lee Trevino and Gary Player, giving the resort a polished country-club feel with public tee-time access on the first two courses.10401 Warner Ave, Fountain Valley, CA 92708Mile Square Golf CourseMile Square Golf Course is a long-running public golf destination in Fountain Valley, California, located just off the 405 Freeway. Established in 1969, it is known for its traditional parkland setting, mature trees, strong putting surfaces and convenient location. It is a practical choice for local golfers who want a Monte Rei Golf & Country Club, Eastern Algarve, PortugalMonte Rei North CourseMonte Rei North is a premium Jack Nicklaus Signature course in Portugal’s Eastern Algarve, set between the Serra do Caldeirão mountains and the Atlantic. It is a strategic, scenic course rather than a simple resort layout: wide-looking holes, demanding approach shots, significant elevation changes and water hazards rewGullane, East Lothian, ScotlandMuirfieldMuirfield is the historic links at Gullane in East Lothian, Scotland. Its contrasting loops expose golfers to changing wind directions, while visitor play is restricted to the club’s designated arrangements.Pecatu Indah Resort, Pecatu, Bali, IndonesiaNew Kuta GolfNew Kuta Golf is an 18-hole, par-72 links-style course on Bali’s Bukit Peninsula, overlooking Dreamland and Balangan beaches. The course is exposed, strategic and wind-affected, with five tee sets ranging from 4,917 to 6,713 meters. It is roughly 20 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport, making it an excellent La Perouse, Sydney, New South Wales, AustraliaNew South Wales Golf ClubNew South Wales Golf Club occupies a rugged coastal setting at La Perouse, Sydney. Its MacKenzie routing and later design work frame a strategic course above Botany Bay, with private-club guest restrictions.St Andrews, Fife, ScotlandOld Course at St AndrewsThe Old Course is a historic, public links course played across shared fairways and enormous double greens. The challenge is less about forced carries and more about angles, wind, imagination and avoiding famous hazards such as Hell Bunker and the Road Hole. Build your trip around multiple St Andrews courses, then add Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, Bandon, OregonPacific DunesPacific Dunes is the course to prioritize if you want the purest combination of strategic links golf, dramatic dunes and firm, windy conditions at Bandon. Plan to walk, use a caddie, and play more than one round so you can learn its angles rather than simply survive it. A four-night, five-round trip is the ideal first 20 Clubhouse Road, Santa Cruz, California 95060, United StatesPasatiempo Golf ClubPasatiempo is Alister MacKenzie golf in Santa Cruz: a historic individual course whose contours and green complexes are part of its appeal. It is semi-private, with designated public tee times—not unrestricted public access.Pebble Beach, CaliforniaPebble Beach Golf LinksFor a first trip, base yourself on the Monterey Peninsula and add Half Moon Bay on the way down from San Francisco. You’ll get dramatic Pacific views, excellent public golf, Carmel dining, and manageable driving. In fall 2026, avoid Half Moon Bay maintenance dates from October 27–29 and November 2–4.22701 Pelican Hill Road South, Newport Coast, CA 92657Pelican Hill Golf ClubPelican Hill is a premium 36-hole Tom Fazio resort experience, not just a quick round. The Ocean North Course is the better all-around golf test, while Ocean South is often the more dramatic choice for ocean views. Plan carefully: public access is limited, reservations are required, and pricing is substantial.Village of Pinehurst, North CarolinaPinehurst No. 2Pinehurst No. 2 is Donald Ross’s landmark design, opened in 1907 and restored by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw in 2011. It is a strategic, walking-friendly course built around wide fairways, native sandscape, wiregrass and famously crowned “turtleback” greens. For most visitors, the best plan is a three-night stay with N1 Forest Lakes Blvd, Naples, FL 34105Quail Run Golf ClubAssuming you mean Quail Run Golf Club in Naples, Florida: it is a member-owned, private 18-hole course built in 1972. The short, sporty layout rewards accuracy and smart club selection more than raw distance, with five tee sets and a walk-friendly design.Irvine, CaliforniaRancho San Joaquin Golf CourseRancho San Joaquin is Irvine’s first public golf course, a classic William F. Bell design opened in 1964. Its broad fairways welcome newer golfers, while water, uneven greens and strategic approach shots give experienced players plenty to manage. The best next step is to combine a round with focused practice and a look36 Golf Links Road, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0AN, Northern IrelandRoyal County Down — Championship LinksRoyal County Down’s Championship Links is a coastal golf experience shaped by dunes, demanding approaches and the Mountains of Mourne backdrop. This guide concerns that course specifically—not the separate Annesley Links or a general overview of the club.Dornoch, Scottish Highlands, ScotlandRoyal Dornoch ChampionshipRoyal Dornoch Championship is the links course beside the Dornoch Firth in the Scottish Highlands. Its tiered landscape and raised greens reward thoughtful approaches; this guide excludes the separate Struie Course.Black Rock, Victoria, AustraliaRoyal Melbourne Golf Club West CourseRoyal Melbourne West is Alister MacKenzie’s 1931 masterpiece: a walking course built around strategic angles, sweeping landforms, bold bunkers and some of the world’s finest greens. Access is private and must be arranged in advance, usually through a member, reciprocal connection or experienced golf tour operator. PlanLonggunzhen, Wanning, Hainan, ChinaShanqin Bay Golf ClubShanqin Bay is a spectacular, highly private coastal course by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, routed through cliffs, dunes, jungle and valleys. The key planning issue is access: it is not a normal public tee-time course, so secure a member invitation or trusted hosted introduction before booking flights. Build the trip a2100 Winding Oaks Way, Naples, FL 34109Stonebridge Country ClubStonebridge is a gated, bundled-golf community in North Naples with an 18-hole, par-71 course redesigned by Kip Schulties in 2023. The layout is scenic and playable, but water comes into play on 15 holes, so accuracy matters. It is primarily a member-oriented club rather than a typical public-access course.Streamsong Resort, FloridaStreamsong RedStreamsong Red is a strategic, walking-friendly resort course designed by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw. Its wide sandy landscapes reward thoughtful angles, confident putting and careful club selection more than maximum power. The easiest trip is to stay at Streamsong Resort and play Red alongside Blue or Black.Sunningdale, Berkshire, EnglandSunningdale OldSunningdale Old is Willie Park Junior’s heathland course in Berkshire, with later changes by Harry Colt. Heather, pines and undulating greens shape the test; it is distinct from Sunningdale New and Sunningdale Heath.No. 256, Yangsheng Road, Yangmei District, Taoyuan City, TaiwanSunrise Golf & Country ClubSunrise Golf & Country Club, also known as 揚昇高爾夫鄉村俱樂部, is in Yangmei District, Taoyuan, southwest of Taipei. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., it is an 18-hole, 7,200-yard championship layout known for rolling terrain, fast greens, strong conditioning and full resort facilities. It suits golfers looking for a seriousTurnberry, Ayrshire, ScotlandThe Ailsa Course at TurnberryTurnberry Ailsa is one of Scotland’s great seaside links: a four-time Open Championship venue with dramatic views toward Ailsa Craig, the Isle of Arran and the Firth of Clyde. It rewards disciplined targets, creative short-game shots and respect for changing wind. The best trip combines Ailsa with King Robert the Bruce15755 Corso Mediterra Circle, Naples, FL 34110The Club at MediterraMediterra is a luxury, gated golf community in North Naples built around two Tom Fazio-designed 18-hole courses. Its appeal goes well beyond golf: members also have access to a private Gulf beach club, clubhouse dining, tennis, fitness, pickleball, bocce and walking trails. The club is private, and golf memberships areKiawah Island, South CarolinaThe Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Golf ResortThe Ocean Course is a Pete Dye seaside test famous for wind, exposed dunes, strategic angles and spectacular views. It hosted the 1991 Ryder Cup and the 2012 and 2021 PGA Championships. The best experience is to stay at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, walk with a caddie, and build in at least two additional rounds.Ponte Vedra Beach, FloridaTHE PLAYERS Stadium Course at TPC SawgrassTHE PLAYERS Stadium Course is Pete Dye’s demanding, spectator-friendly home of THE PLAYERS Championship, best known for its island-green 17th. It is public, but advance planning matters: resort guests can book up to 12 months ahead, while non-resort players generally book within 14 days. The easiest trip is a 3-night s1984 Kashiwabara, Sayama, Saitama, JapanTokyo Golf ClubTokyo Golf Club’s current course is in Sayama, Saitama. Komei Otani’s design and Gil Hanse’s redesign belong to this individual course; guest access is arranged through members, not public booking.La Jolla, CaliforniaTorrey Pines South CourseTorrey Pines South rewards patience, solid tee shots and smart targets more than aggressive shot-making. Favor the fairway, accept longer approaches and avoid short-siding yourself around the greens.400 Vineyards Boulevard, Naples, FL 34119Vineyards Country ClubVineyards Country Club is a private, family-owned, non-equity club in North Naples with 36 holes across its North and South courses. It combines renovated golf with an unusually broad resort-style offering, including racquet sports, wellness, dining, swimming and social activities. Membership is available to both VineyNaples, FloridaWyndemere Country ClubYes—Wyndemere Country Club in Naples, Florida looks like a very enjoyable private-club course, especially if you value variety, conditioning, and a relaxed Florida setting. It has 27 Arthur Hills-designed holes, three nine-hole layouts, seven tee options, and water, tree-lined fairways, and coquina waste areas. The mai