Nov 19 2008
Vacation In Vegas, The New Golfer’s Paradise
Las Vegas is rapidly becoming the premier location for a top class golf vacations. With 40 top quality golf courses to choose from and all the exciting things on offer in Las Vegas, any serious golfer must consider Las Vegas for their next golf vacation.
Consider, for example, the 7,000 yard Bali Hai course. Palm trees line the fairways of this tropical themed course and golfers also enjoy a fantastic view of the Las Vegas strip from the course. Being the only golf course along the strip, this course is often graced by many celebrities and big wigs.
Consider also Bear's Best golf club, designed by the one and only Jack Nicklaus. This course features holes modeled after the very best holes from the 200 golf courses Nicklaus has designed all around the world, including many PGA courses. Offering a variety of tee placements, this course will bring a fun challenge to both the golfing novice and expert. Bear's Best is often the first stop on a Las Vegas golfer's itinerary.
Angel Park golf club in Las Vegas is self described as the "World's most complete golf experience". With two 18 hole championship courses and a par 3 course, it's hard to argue with them. Designed by Arnold Palmer, this complex also features a golfing academy allowing novice players the opportunity to hone their skills before they hit the courses.
If you'd like something a little out of the ordinary, the Royal Links club will probably be of interest to you. From its castle clubhouse to its 18 holes taken from the British Open courses, this course will allow you to get a taste of what the sport was like back in the days of its beginning. You will even have the opportunity to play the world famous Road Hole, among other famous holes from St. Andrews.
If it's a visual treat you're hungry for, look to the Reflection Bay golf club. This top class course is situated right on Lake Las Vegas and is truly a necessity on your Las Vegas trip. This pristine and picturesque course designed around the contours of the lake and even offers a handful of waters for your viewing pleasure.
Of course, your trip wouldn't be the same without a real challenge, and the Arroyo Golf Club at Red Rock is sure to give you one. This reputable location is known as one of the premier luxury courses in Vegas and combines a challenging course with breathtaking scenery.
For those wishing to experience the heart of Las Vegas need look no further than the Badlands Golf Club. Created in the Red Rock canyons, this course will give you a sight of the Nevada landscape alongside a challenging game of golf. With the sweeping Nevada terrain, this course will test your golfing skills and will make full use of every golf shot there is.
