Top 5 Golf Trip Destinations You Can't Miss

From rugged Oregon coasts to tropical Maui, discover these top 5 destinations for your next golf trip.
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Suzie Palma
Let's Jetty Co-Founder

Need a new golf destination for your next group trip or bach party? Let's talk about where your golf trip should be teeing off next. We've rounded up five exceptional golf resorts that provide the perfect blend of beautiful scenery, challenging terrain, and a touch of luxury. These destinations are sure to make your next golf vacation one for the books:

1. Bandon Dunes - Bandon, Oregon, USA

Picture this: wild Oregon coast, stunning ocean views, and some of the best-designed courses around. Bandon Dunes Golf Resort is where it's at. With expertly designed courses by David McLay Kidd and Tom Doak, Bandon Dunes offers a variety of layouts to challenge every skill level. Yeah, it might cost you a bit, but trust me, the experience is worth every penny.

Bandon Dunes Oregon golf trip
Bandon Dunes Golf Resort in Oregon

2. Kapalua Resort - Maui, Hawaii, USA

For those craving a tropical golfing paradise, Kapalua in Maui, Hawaii, delivers in spades. Home to the prestigious Plantation Course, Kapalua offers breathtaking ocean vistas and lush landscapes at every turn. Designed by Ben Crenshaw and Bill Coore, the Plantation Course challenges even the most seasoned golfers with its undulating fairways and trade winds. Sure, it's a splurge, but hey, it's Hawaii!

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Plantation Course in Maui

3. Pinehurst - North Carolina, USA

If you're into golf history and classic vibes, Pinehurst Resort in North Carolina is the spot. Home to the iconic Pinehurst No. 2, designed by the renowned Donald Ross, this historic venue has played host to numerous U.S. Open Championships. Plus, it won't break the bank like some other places.

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Pinehurst Resort in North Carolina

4. Royal Dornoch - Dornoch, Scotland, UK

Fancy a trip across the pond? Royal Dornoch Golf Club in Scotland is a must-visit. It's like stepping back in time with its historic charm situated amidst dramatic sand dunes and sweeping vistas of the North Sea. Plus, playing on Scottish soil? This destination promises an authentic Scottish golfing adventure that will leave a lasting impression.

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Royal Dornoch in Scotland

5. Troon North - Scottsdale, Arizona, USA

If desert golf is your jam, Troon North Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona, has got you covered. With two award-winning courses, Monument and Pinnacle, designed by Tom Weiskopf and Jay Morrish, Troon North promises exhilarating rounds among the desert landscape. While not as steeply priced as some destination courses, Troon North delivers a premier golfing experience that epitomizes the beauty of the Arizona desert.

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Troon North in Scottsdale, Arizona

Whether you're after coastal vibes, tropical paradise, classic charm, Scottish heritage, or desert adventures, these five courses have it all. So grab your clubs, book your flights, and get ready for the golf trip of a lifetime!

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