Golf is a popular sport in the USA and as a result of that fact this country offers a great variety of not only golf courses but also many different options when it comes to golfing holidays. The USA has something to offer for any tourist when it comes to landscapes and climates. Whether you enjoy playing golf in the desert heat or in a chillier climate, you can find a quality resort in any part of this country. Do you prefer spending time around the coast? Attend the famous Innsbrook in Florida for a great game of golf, or head over to Kiawah Island situated on the east coast where you will find the venue of the world famous Ryder Cup. The west coast offers the La Costa golf course as well as Torrey Pines. If these venues are not in use for competitions you will usually be able to play a game here yourself. If you want to see the game on a bigger scale visit Pinehurst in North Carolina for the best in stadium golf games. Golfing in the USA is becoming a popular choice for a holiday because the suns shines all year round; there are great beaches; fantastic venues like Miami Beach, Disney Orlando, the World Golf Village in Jacksonville, PGA Tour golf courses at Sawgrass, Doral, and Innisbrook in Tampa Bay - it's no wonder Florida is the top golf vacation destination in the US.

Golf destinations

One of the best-known historical places in the USA when it comes to golf is a village called Pinehurst. This village is situated in the state of North Carolina; a 60-mile drive southwest to Raleigh and 75 miles eastbound from Charlotte. The village was rewarded with the National Landmark award for its important part in American golf history in the year 1996. Pinehurst in North Carolina is a landmark of historic buildings and historical sites dating back to the American Civil War.

Climate

Most golf games and tournaments take place between September and May when the temperature varies between 15 and 30C. This long golf season attracts golfing fanatics from all over the world. Travelling to the USA with a family or group of people who don