Trolling over the archives I realized that we hadn’t done much lately for the golfers in the audience, and with the temperatures warming up quickly over the next couple of months, not to mention Spring Break just around the corner, the time seemed right.
Since the temperature likes to hover above one hundred degrees in the summer, right now is an especially good time to be thinking about a Phoenix, Arizona golf vacation. It’s no secret: Phoenix is the golf capital of the southwest, and it’s with good reason. The low humidity and limited, reasonably predictable precipitation leaves the maintenance of the many, many Phoenix golf courses in the hands of the experts, in other words, the owners.
The architects have taken this freedom and gone buck wild. Phoenix is an excellent destination for golfers who like a long game. The wide open spaces of the Sonoran Desert, an elevated desert as beautiful as it is unique, allow for larger, longer courses than you find in the more compact golf destinations of Florida, Virginia and Southern California. If you’re used to playing on a 6,000-yard course, you’ll want to start your morning with some stretches because many Phoenix, Arizona golf courses top 7,000 yards easy.
Like any top golf destination, the highest-rated courses are resort courses and they’ve got the price tag to match the prestige. If money’s no issue, check out the Troon North Golf Club, the Phoenician Golf Club, or The Boulders. This celebrated trio gets a lot of play from tour professionals, and indeed they are stunners, but they can also run over $200 a round, which is a little much for us professional bloggers.
Don’t fret, however. One of the great things about Phoenix is that by sheer saturation (there are over 200 Phoenix area golf courses) you can find a top-notch course that’s also competitively priced. These aren’t “budget” courses, but you can typically play them for well under $100. Here’s a few of our favorites:
Golf rates in Phoenix dip in the summer, but you’ll want to keep the temperatures in mind. Once it tops out at 105 to 110, it’s gone past the point of discomfort and can even be dangerous. We recommend playing in the fall, winter or spring, but should you play in the summer, be sure to wear sunscreen, drink plenty of water and for goodness’ sake don’t dilly-dally.
Two recommendations today, both located in the beautiful North Phoenix area near Paradise Valley and both quite new.
Expected to make a pretty big mark among Phoenix area hotels is the Courtyard Phoenix North/Happy Valley. Take advantage of the new hotel shine: state-of-the-art amenities, resort-style pool, free Internet – the works!
For business trips or longer Phoenix golf vacations, the Residence Inn Phoenix North/Happy Valley boasts itself one of the best extended stay hotels in Phoenix, Arizona. The suites feature full kitchens, stove, dishwasher and all, so if you don’t mind feeding yourself, you can save that much more for your course selection.
Get out there and get golfing!
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Phoenix has some of the best year round golfing available. I traveled down there a few weeks ago and it was beautiful! Plus, the deals that are currently posted make the deal even sweeter (and more affordable)!
The golf ball really can be a very important piece of golf equipment. Depending on what you are looking for, you can find balls that will improve your distance, your spin, or your performance. Look for balls that are a bit softer – like a balata. Also find a ball with lower compression – especially if you are a beginner
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