NORTHEAST
Credit: The Lodge at Spruce PeakA premier Northeast destination for meetings, retreats, tournaments and incentive travel, the 312-room Lodge at Spruce Peak in Stowe, Vt., offers a distinct golf resort experience centered on 36 championship mountain holes. Set within Vermont’s Green Mountains, the destination combines dramatic alpine golf with curated clinics, personalized tournaments and customized group programming. The region’s only ski-in/ski-out luxury hotel, the Lodge anchors a pedestrian-friendly alpine village with restaurants, retail, wellness amenities, a performing arts center, an outdoor skating rink and more.
The property’s 56,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space includes the 5,959-square foot Tamarack Ballroom and outdoor areas such as the Spruce Peak Village Green and mountainside terraces overlooking Mount Mansfield. Dining options include Spruce Peak and Alpine Hall, both celebrating the farm-fresh culinary scene of Stowe.
Set on 429 acres of Cape Cod coastline, the Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club comprises a historic AAA Four Diamond mansion — a collection of comfortable, multi-bedroom villas — and a boutique collection of 20 adult-only guest rooms, ideal for a group buyout. The resort’s Jack Nicklaus-designed 18-hole Troon Privé course offers tree-lined fairways and dramatic elevation changes for players of all skill levels. Amenities include a private beach, five pools, tennis, pickleball, a spa, year-round wellness experiences and multiple restaurants. A total of 21,000 square feet of meeting space can host groups of up to 400 people.
A historic 2,200-acre spa and golf resort tucked into the Allegheny Mountains of Bedford, Pa., the AAA Four Diamond Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa features 216 guest rooms, multiple dining options and the legendary 18-hole championship Old Course. Indoor and outdoor pools and a world-class mineral spring spa help round out the picture, along with 20,000 square feet of indoor meeting space across 22 rooms, and 36,000 square feet of outdoor space throughout the property. Guests also enjoy afternoon tea services and historic tours of the surrounding area.
Carved into 3,500 acres of pristine Rhode Island wilderness, the Mountain Course at the Preserve Sporting Club & Resort offers an 18-hole executive golf course that blends dramatic natural terrain with strategic play, creating a layout that is both challenging for seasoned golfers and approachable for newcomers. The resort is also ideal for myriad types of meetings, conferences and retreats, with well-appointed venues accommodating groups of up to 400 people. In addition, more intimate spaces are available for breakout sessions or smaller board meetings.
SOUTHEAST
Credit: Waldorf Astoria OrlandoNestled within the 482-acre Bonnet Creek nature preserve, the Waldorf Astoria Golf Club, part of the Waldorf Astoria Orlando, has recently been redesigned by original architect Rees Jones. Shaped by the land’s original contours, the par-72, 8-hole championship layout has features appealing to players of all skill levels, including the visual beauty of cypress trees lining the fairways and natural wetlands framing many holes.
Near Walt Disney World, the resort recently underwent a top-down refresh and has 502 guest rooms and suites including Italian Frette bed linens and marble bathrooms. After a day on the fairway, guests can relax and rejuvenate in the full-service Waldorf Astoria Spa, enjoy two outdoor swimming pool, and experience fine dining at the signature steakhouse Bull & Bear. For meetings, more than 120,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor space includes the 8,436-square-foot Central Park Ballroom and, for receptions, the 10,167-square-foot Promenade with pool and golf views.
A historic club and resort in one of Florida’s premier golf communities, the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club pioneered the sport in the region upon opening in 1928. Today, the club’s par-71 Ocean Course (one of two 18-hole layouts onsite) incorporates seaside design with expansive fairways, strategically placed bunkers and lagoons with newly designed green complexes. With 262 guest rooms, the property offers golf and curated resort experiences for association events and extended group programs. Other features include a full-service, luxury spa and more than 25,000 square feet of versatile indoor-outdoor function and meeting space
Surrounded by 255 acres of lush Florida landscape, the 1,501-room Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando welcomes guests with an Arnold Palmer-designed championship golf course. Players of all skill levels enjoy an array of elevated greens, intricate green complexes, and strategically placed bunkers and water features. The hotel’s Mediterranean Revival architecture features soft arches, exposed wooden beams and expansive windows with stunning views of the golf course, lakes and pools. Also onsite are 15 unique dining options, a full-service spa and over 524,000 square feet of versatile event space, perfect for corporate retreats and team-building events.
On the Gulf Coast in Southwest Florida, the 276-room Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, is celebrating its 25th anniversary, which is exactly as long as the resort has been a favorite with golfers. At the heart of the property’s offerings is the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Sarasota, an 18-hole Tom Fazio-designed championship course set across 315 acres of natural landscape featuring 12 lakes and preserved views. Guests also can enjoy private lessons and state-of-the-art practice facilities. The resort has 276 spacious guest rooms and 60,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space, including a 26,000-square-foot conference center.
MIDWEST
Credit: Grand Geneva Resort & SpaSet on 1,300 acres in scenic Lake Geneva, Wis., the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is home to two award-winning championship courses: The Brute is known for its demanding play with 68 bunkers, expansive rolling greens and sculpted water hazards, making it a favorite among serious golfers. The Highlands offers scenic hills, creeks and lush foliage with a mix of short par 4s and varying tee options, evoking the feel of golf in Scotland without leaving the Midwest.
New this year is Wee Nip, an 11-hole short course that offers a more relaxed and social golf experience. An onsite golf practice facility features multiple putting, chipping, pitching and bunker practice greens. Beyond golf, the resort is a 358-room, AAA Four Diamond destination just 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee. Features include the WELL Spa + Salon, the Mountain Top ski and snowboard facility, 62,000 square feet of meeting and event space, and three restaurants.
In Plymouth, Mich., Saint John’s Resort is justly proud of its public championship golf course, The Cardinal. A par-72 layout shaped by rolling terrain, mature trees and strategic bunkering, the course already has been appearing on “10 best" lists after just two years of operation. The resort also has The Little Cardinal, a 7-hole short course for beginners, families and incentive groups. Across the historic 200-acre estate of a former seminary, Saint John’s pairs its golf offerings with 124 guest rooms, three restaurants and more than 100,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space.
On Chicago’s North Shore, The Lincolnshire Marriott Resort is a scenic 175-acre property with 390 modern guest rooms, the live Marriott Theatre, multiple dining venues and full spa amenities. Located across 110 acres of preserved woodlands alongside the Des Plaines River Trail, the resort’s 18-hole Crane’s Landing Golf Course is a par-70 layout with gently rolling terrain, mature trees and water features that add up to a most rewarding play. Also onsite are over 45,000 square feet of total event and meeting space, which includes 26 event rooms, 22 flexible breakout spaces and three spacious outdoor pavilions.
SOUTHWEST
Credit: JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & SpaIn Southern Arizona, with the completion of a comprehensive 27-hole golf course and clubhouse renovation this year, the 575-room JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa and its Club at Starr Pass Golf are undergoing a renaissance. Guests now enjoy three refreshed 9-hole Arnold Palmer-designed layouts overlooking saguaro-lined ridges dotted with wildlife. The property previously hosted the PGA TOUR’s Tucson Open from 1987 through 1996, welcoming golf legends like Arnold Palmer, Phil Mickelson and Payne Stewart.
A new clubhouse, restaurant and a redesigned golf shop add to the experience. For dining away from the fairway, the Signature Grill is a modern Italian trattoria blending Sonoran Desert ingredients with classic Mediterranean dishes. Salud is an outdoor lounge area ideal for evening cocktail and light bites, and plunge-poolside dining provides a casual spot for light fare and takeout items. The resort has 115,182 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space.
A luxury 600-acre Texas resort, the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa is home to a world-class golf experience at TPC San Antonio, featuring two eco-friendly PGA TOUR Championship golf layouts, a cutting-edge Learning Center and exciting variations like an illuminated 9-hole putting course. The resort itself features 1,002 guest rooms (including 85 luxury suites), an expansive water park, a full-service spa, multiple dining options and more than 268,000 square feet of event space.
The Wildfire Golf Club at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa features two award-winning 18-hole championship courses. The Nick Faldo-designed, 6,846-yard Faldo Championship Course offers generous fairways, large greens and 108 sand bunkers, while the Arnold Palmer-designed 7,145-yard Palmer Signature Course has steep bunkering and putting greens with plenty of undulation for unique challenges. The 950-room resort also includes the Revive Spa, 17 pickleball courts, a water park with a lazy river and 240,000 square feet of meeting space.
FAR WEST
Credit: Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & SpaLocated on 50 beautifully landscaped acres in Hawaii overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Keoneloa Bay, the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa features the adjacent Poipu Bay Golf Course. Perched above a dramatic oceanfront setting, the layout spans 210 acres of coastal terrain with 18 championship holes. Groups can enjoy training sessions with one of the resort’s golf pros as well as play in a variety of team-building competitions.
The resort’s open-air lobby overlooks the ocean, and there are several lush courtyards and breezeways connecting each area of the property. Guests can enjoy an onsite cultural center, a weekly luau, island inspired dining at several award-winning restaurants and premier wellness experiences at the Anara Spa, a massive 45,000-square-foot sanctuary. Each of the 605 guest rooms has its own private lanai, and groups can use more than 65,000 square feet of total function space, including the 14,268-square-foot Grand Ballroom.
Guests at the 810-room Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa have access to the nearby Ka’anapali Golf Course, home to two championship 18-hole layouts set between the Pacific Ocean and the West Maui Mountains. The views are as memorable as the play, and the courses strike that rare balance of being challenging for experienced golfers while still welcoming for casual players. The resort also offers 100,000 square feet of indoor-outdoor event space, a half-acre free-form pool with a 150-foot tube water slide, a full-service spa, a 24-hour fitness center, a rooftop astronomy program and wildlife tours.
A Five Star luxury Mediterranean-style resort in San Diego, the 249-room Fairmont Grand Del Mar sits on 400 acres near the Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve. The resort features more than 20,000 square feet of indoor and 50,000 square feet of outdoor event space for groups of up to 600, plus a luxury spa, multiple pools and the award-winning Addison restaurant. For fairway-inclined groups, The Grand Golf Club is a private Tom Fazio-designed 18-hole championship course — complete with PGA-caliber instructors, a top practice facility and custom branding — that pairs beautifully with executive retreats, incentives and more.
A historic 265-acre resort in San Diego, the Rancho Bernardo Inn features a championship 18-hole golf course designed by William Bell that has hosted past PGA and LPGA events. With its scenic fairways and challenging play, golfers at every skill level can expect a fantastic day of golf made better by a warm, friendly staff. Opened in 1963, the property also has a full-service spa with private saline pools, and multiple dining options like the Veranda restaurant. The inn’s function space includes 40,000 square feet indoors and 100,000 square feet outdoors.
INTERNATIONAL AND U.S. TERRITORIES
Credit: Atlantis Paradise IslandEverything about the Atlantis Paradise Island in the Bahamas is distinctive, and that goes for its stellar golf offerings as well. The 18-hole, par-72 championship Ocean Club Golf Course was crafted by legendary champion Tom Weiskopf and winds across a peninsula with sparkling views of the Atlantic Ocean and harbor. Golfers of all skill levels can utilize a fully equipped pro shop, a clubhouse, practice facilities and professional instruction.
Away from the greens, the resort has up to 3,786 guest rooms, depending on the configurations, and over 500,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space. Gathering spots include 200,000 square feet of convention and ballroom areas, some 300,000 square feet of open-air function spots including beaches and lawns, and up to 37 specialized breakout rooms and 72 meeting rooms.
In Puerto Rico, set across 607 acres between the Atlantic Ocean, the Mameyes River and El Yunque National Forest, the 400-room Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Rainforest Beach & Golf Resort offers two championship 18-hole golf courses designed by Greg Norman and Tom & George Fazio, one celebrating its oceanfront perch and the other winding through lush tropical landscapes. The recently renovated resort also sports 100,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space, 11 food and beverage venues, the new El Yunque Spa and more.
Set at the lush foothills of El Yunque rainforest, the 579-room Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico is the proud home of the annual PGA Puerto Rico Open. With two Tom Kite-designed 18-hole championship courses, the resort delivers one of the best golf experiences available anywhere without a U.S. passport and is ideal for executive retreats, incentive programs and networking events. Other onsite features include three pools, 16 food and beverage outlets, and more than 40,000 square feet of indoor-outdoor meeting space.