There used to be a time – not too long ago – when par-three and short courses barely garnered more respect than miniature courses with dragon mouths and mammoth turf covered ant hills. Not anymore. That was then, this is now. A proliferation of superb short courses like The Cradle at Pinehurst, Top of...
On Location: Omni Amelia Island Resort
For more than 25 years, I’ve traveled the highways, byways and waterways of Florida. I’ve devoured conch fritters in America’s southernmost city, Key West, and feasted on fresh smoked grouper in the panhandle, so the Guru knows a thing or two about the good life in the Sunshine State. One of my favorite places...
On Location: Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island in Florida
For golf vacationers, the Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island is a logistical godsend. The golf course and pro shop are about 50 yards from the front door of the hotel. The pool, spa, restaurants, shops and other amenities are steps from the main elevator and the beach and Atlantic Ocean frame the back of the hotel....