Site Update - Golf Courses on Maui, Hawaii
We just added two golf course profiles for a couple of golf courses on Maui, Hawaii.
The Kaanapali Golf Course - North Course is the first 18-hole course constructed on Maui. The Tournament North Course, opened its lush fairways in 1962 and is one of only two Hawaii golf courses designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr.
Arnold Palmer called the 449-yard par-4 18th at this Maui golf course one of the best and most challenging finishing holes he'd ever played.
The Kaanapali Golf Course - South Course is a shot-makers course, the tight fairways and smaller greens of Kaanapali's Resort South Course demand accuracy off the tee and on approach shots.
When you plan your next Hawaii golf vacation, make sure to play these two golf courses on Maui, Hawaii.
Don't forget about your chance to tee it up with Fuzzy Zoeller and take a shot at one million dollars. Qualifying for the first contest ends August 1, 2005.
Get ten free chances on us.
Hit 'em long and straight,
Evans Putman, Owner
www.PerfectGolfVacations.com
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Play a Round of Golf with Fuzzy Zoeller
Yesterday we told you we would pass along more news regarding this great promotion.
Here's the skinny.
Golfers compete in an online "closest to the pin" contest. The initial qualifying stages for this contest end within the next month. Those who qualify will move into a finals round where they have a chance to become a Grand Finalist.
Grand Finalists will play a round of golf with Fuzzy, play in Fuzzy's charity golf tournament and take a shot at a $1 million prize with coaching help from Fuzzy, John Daly, Kenny Perry and Hank Kuehne.
The first (that's right I said first - more below) Grand Finals are going to be held August 11-15 at Fuzzy's charity golf event, The Wolf Challenge, at Sellersburg, IN.
PerfectGolfVacations.com is excited to provide all of our visitors with ten free chances to qualify for these finals.
Qualifying for the first event ends soon. Read more and get your ten free shots.
Here's even more great news. This online contest will continue throughout the year. If you don't win this time, you will have chances to compete during the year for more opportunities to play a round of golf with Fuzzy Zoeller, win a million dollars, and enjoy an all-expenses paid trip to the event.
The key is to get your ten free shots, hit the practice area, and get involved in the qualifying rounds.
Go straight to the website and claim your ten free shots when you register with code 1103.
CLAIM YOUR FREE SHOTS NOW
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Hit 'em long and straight,
Evans Putman, Owner
www.PerfectGolfVacations.com
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Win One Million Dollars - Interested?
Callaway - To Sell or Not To Sell
Callaway Golf Co. might have new ownership according to the company in a statement released Thursday.
There have been rumors of a purchase along with an increase in stock prices in the past few months.
Now it looks like the rumors are true.
According to a release from the AP and Ronald Beard the lead independent director, "We feel that this is an opportune time to explore a full range of strategic alternatives that could enhance shareholder value."
Callaway reps also state that it has, "has received unsolicited indications of interest from various parties from time to time" and "no firm offers have been made, no substantive discussions are currently under way, and neither the board nor the senior management team has reached any decisions regarding the preferred strategic direction for the company."
One thing is for sure. Callaway Golf is searching for a new CEO to help right the ship after this past year's bad business mistakes.
Enjoy your weekend.
Hit 'em long and straight,
Evans Putman, Owner
www.PerfectGolfVacations.com
Blog - Perfect Golf Vacations News and Notes
New Greens for Myrtle Beach Golf Courses
Golfers coming to Myrtle Beach late summer and early fall will get a chance to play brand new greens at Caledonia Golf & Fish Club and Long Bay Club.
Both golf courses are closed now through late August for renovations. These renovations include changing the greens over to ultradwarf Champions Bermudagrass.
This type of grass is more shade tolerant, heals quickly, is dormant in the winter and has to be overseeded.
When Caledonia reopens, golfers will also notice upgrades to the cart paths and bag drops.
Long Bay will also make improvements to its bunkers and irrigation systems.
Get more information on golf in Myrtle Beach.
Hit 'em long and straight,
Evans Putman, Owner
www.PerfectGolfVacations.com
Blog - Perfect Golf Vacations News and Notes
Hawaii Travel and Golf Resorts Hot This Summer
According to AAA, travelers are making Hawaii one of the hottest U.S. travel destinations this summer.
According to Pacific Business News,"Travel agency managers cited Hawaii as having one of the most attractive discounts or values for summer travel this year, along with Orlando, Seattle, Las Vegas, and California generally. Hawaii did not make the top five last summer; New York did."
Also in a recent list of "Top 100 Golf Resorts" by Conde' Nast Traveler, Hawaiian golf resorts took five of the top five places.
Here are the top five.
- Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
- Manale Bay Hotel
- Lodge at Koele
- Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
- Ritz-Carlton Kapalua
Get the full list of top golf resorts.
Start your search for the best golf course in Hawaii.
Hit 'em long and straight,
Evans Putman, Owner
www.PerfectGolfVacations.com
Blog - Perfect Golf Vacations News and Notes
Site Update - Buy Golf Tickets at PGA Golf Tournament Schedule Page
We just updated the website and added a page devoted to the 2005 PGA golf tournament schedule. You'll find the page located in our new Golf Resources section.
Not only can you find out when and where tournaments are being held; you can also purchase tickets to golf tournaments.
We partnered with TicketsNow.com to provide you an easy way to get tickets to golf events. Tickets Now provides the best selection, outstanding customer service, and the highest security available for online ticket purchases.
You can find tickets to sporting events, concerts, Las Vegas shows and other events quickly and easily using the search box on our PGA golf tournament schedule page in the new Golf Resources section.
Why not plan your next golf vacation around a golf tournament?
Congratulations to the 2005 U.S. Open champion - Michael Campbell. With all that Campbell has been through during his career, we know this victory is extra sweet for the native of New Zealand.
Tickets are still available for the U.S. Women's Open. Get yours today.
Hit 'em long and straight,
Evans Putman, Owner
www.PerfectGolfVacations.com
Blog - Perfect Golf Vacations News and Notes
What's Your Handicap? Free Internet-based Tool.
We just ran across a news release introducing a free internet-based golf handicap calculator.
According to the press release on PRWeb, "Digital Divot is an Internet based Golf Handicap Calculator, offering highly accurate (USGA Methodology) handicap calculation and a suite of personal game analysis tools. This new Âmust have application for the dedicated golfer is a free service available to anyone with access to an internet connection."
This new product is very easy to use.
Add your scores from each round of golf and the product does the rest.
You can also track other statistics like fairways hit, greens in regulation, sand saves and putts.
Check it out for yourself.
Enjoy your weekend!
Hit 'em long and straight,
Evans Putman, Owner
www.PerfectGolfVacations.com
Blog - Perfect Golf Vacations News and Notes
A Tribute to Payne Stewart and U.S. Open Notes
Just read a nice piece on SI.com about Payne Stewart and this week's U.S. Open. Pay attention to this Sunday's final round as the USGA will honor Stewart's memory with a flag bearing his resemblance on the 18th hole.
Here's a quote from the article.
"Payne Stewart, in his own, unique way, represented all that is best about this game, about its spirits and its traditions," USGA president Fred Ridley said Tuesday at a ceremony in Stewart's memory. "And we will forever remember how his victory renewed our passion for this wonderful game."
You can read the full article here.
Some quick facts about Pinehurst, NC.
Location - The Sandhills of North Carolina - 60 miles from Raleigh and 75 miles from Charlotte.
Golf - 43 golf courses within a 15-mile radius.
Accomodations - Plenty of choices. hotels, condos, resorts, B & Bs, and villas.
Restaurants - Just about anything your taste buds and wallet desires from subs to steaks.
Want to really get a feel for the area? Visit the Convention and Visitors Bureau website.
Hit 'em long and straight,
Evans Putman, Owner
www.PerfectGolfVacations.com
Blog - Perfect Golf Vacations News and Notes
Hawaii Golf Courses - Site Update
Longer Drives and Straighter Shots - Secrets of Top Touring Golf Pros
We are very excited to announce our new affiliation with what we feel is the top online golf fitness business - Fitness for Golf. Make sure to drop by and check out their website only if you want to play better than you have ever played before.
At Fitness for Golf you will find a team of experts including "Golf Fitness Expert" - Susan Hill and "Mental Golf Expert" - Jeff Troesh.
Susan is a CHEK-Certified Golf Biomechanic, a contributing writer for Golf Illustrated, and has a resume that includes training amateurs, collegiate, and touring pros.
Jeff served as Director of Mental Training for David Leadbetter's Golf Academies, works with several touring professionals and has consulted many professional and collegiate sports organizations.
At Fitness for Golf you'll receive 24/7 access to exercise, nutrition, and mental strategies guaranteed to improve your game and your health.
Plus, you'll receive access to information from Annika Sorenstam's trainer as well as other top industry leaders and trainers of PGA and LPGA players.
Get over there now and learn how you will soon be hitting the ball farther and more accurately than ever before.
Read the testimonials. Check out the free articles. Visit the "Learn about Fitness for Golf" section.
I guarantee you won't find another website that delivers this kind of cutting-edge golf training.
Most others are based on bad exercise science and weight training. That only hurt your golf game.
These guys base their training on golf biomechanics and science. You will play better golf.
Visit Fitness for Golf today.
Now for our news. Keep an eye out for the new Hawaii Golf Directory coming this week. We'll post the site update right here to let you know when it's up.
Hit 'em long and straight,
Evans Putman, Owner
www.PerfectGolfVacations.com
Blog - Perfect Golf Vacations News and Notes
Awards for Myrtle Beach Golf Courses and New Golf Bag Lines
The weekend is almost here. Get out and golf!
In the latest issue of Carolina Living, the "Official Guide To Relocation & Retirement" for North Carolina and South Carolina, the magazine praised a couple of Myrtle Beach area golf courses and communities.
We recently told you about the new Nick Price designed members -only course at Grande Dunes in Myrtle Beach. Now, the public course at Grande Dunes is once again winning an award.
Carolina Living just named the 449-yard, Par 4, tenth hole at Grande Dunes Golf Club as one of the most spectacular holes in the Carolinas.
Find out more about the 7618, Par 72, Grande Dunes Golf Club.
Another award went to Ocean Ridge Plantation in Sunset Beach, North Carolina. The magazine named Ocean Ridge one of North Carolina's best communities.
Why?
A big factor has to be the community's three award-winning golf courses; Tiger's Eye, Lion's Paw and Panther's Run. A fourth course is on the way as well.
Get contact, rate, and address information on all Grand Strand area golf courses at our Myrtle Beach golf listings page.
We also wanted to let you know that our preferred partner GolfTravelBags.com just added product lines from Sun Mountain, OGIO and Burton Golf.
Here's a quote from a recent press release.
"We're hoping to raise the bar even higher with these additions," said Jeff Wedren, Director of Sales. "We only wish to continue serving our customers by providing them with the great support they've come to expect from GolfTravelBags.com. This includes knowledgeable and personalized one-on-one service from actual golfers over the phone, through e-mails, or via live chat. With all of that, plus product reviews, fast shipping, and a fantastic return policy, we will continue to set ourselves apart from our competitors."
A new golf travel bag sure would make a nice Father's Day gift. Check out the GolfTravelBags.com line of products.
Hit 'em long and straight,
Evans Putman, Owner
www.PerfectGolfVacations.com
Blog - Perfect Golf Vacations News and Notes
Hooters Air - Reaching Myrtle Beach Easier for Pennsylvania Golfers
Golfers in the Allentown, Pennsylvania area have a new option when it comes to flying to Myrtle Beach SC for a golf vacation.
Here's the scoop straight from the Hooter's Air website.
"Hooters Air will expand its flight service from Allentown, Pennsylvania when it begins service on routes formerly served by Lehigh Valley Air effective May 8th. In addition to the current service to St. Petersburg and Ft. Lauderdale, Hooters Air will add flights to Myrtle Beach beginning June 11th."
Find out more about Hooter's Air.
A quick note about the website and blog. You can now add our blog to your favorite RSS news reader.
Here on our blog and on our blog page at PerfectGolfvacations.com, you will see some new buttons for feedburner, myYahoo, etc.
Just click the button, copy the URL into your reader, and you'll get golf news and updates sent right to your desktop.
I ran across a quick, easy, guide for RSS readers and how to set them up at this page.
We've also added an easy way for you to pick up U.S. Open tickets. You'll find the button to get more info on each page at PerfectGolfVacations.com.
Want to get them now. No Problem. Just click here.
Also, don't forget about Father's Day golf gifts. You can find great golf products and pick up a FREE $50 GIFT CARD
at Golfsmith.
Hit 'em long and straight,
Evans Putman, Owner
www.PerfectGolfVacations.com
Blog - Perfect Golf Vacations News and Notes
Nick Price Design Opens in Myrtle Beach
Visit www.GrandeDunes.com before its too late.
"Too late for what?" you ask.
Before all memberships to this new private Myrtle Beach golf course sell out.
The new course, designed by Nick Price and Craig Schreiner, and the first-class 27,000 square-foot clubhouse opened on June 4th.
This is the only Nick Price-designed golf course along the North Carolina and South Carolina Coast.
"Nick Price and Craig Schreiner have created a true members club golf course," said Mike Buccerone, General Manager at the Members Club at Grande Dunes. "The course is skillfully crafted to provide an interesting variety of challenges while, at the same time, allowing it to reward members who play it frequently and can learn how to best manage its rolling fairways and subtle, sloping greens."
Members will find many distinctive features added to the new, Par 71, golf course.
The sand traps contain the same sand found at Augusta National.
The wide, TifSport Bermuda, fairways on the front nine are lined with cross-cut trees and resembles a classic, parkland style, course design.
The back nine combines both links and parkland styles and blends nicely into the natural surroundings.
Members also enjoy the option of playing with their own full-service caddies.
Both memberships and home sites are limited at the new Grande Dunes membership-only golf course and club. The even-more limited sites along the Intercoastal Waterway are sure to sell out at an even faster pace.
Read more about this new Myrlte Beach members-only luxury development and the origonal first-class resort course at www.GrandeDunes.com.
Still looking for a Father's Day gift idea?
Here's one that will make everyone happy. Just make sure to get at least a pair.
Get your US Open Golf Tickets at Pinehurst Country Club today.
Hit 'em long and straight,
Evans Putman, Owner
www.PerfectGolfVacations.com
Blog - Perfect Golf Vacations News and Notes
Trump Comes Up Short
Just read an entertaining article about the booming luxury residential high-rise condo market in Las Vegas.
It seems Ivana Trump, Donald's ex, is putting her name on what was once The Summit Las Vegas. This luxury condo building will now be called The Ivana.
Here's what's got to really get under Donald Trump's skin. The Ivana is the tallest residential condo building in Las Vegas standing 73 stories high.
On the other hand, Donald Trump's new Las Vegas project, Trump International Hotel and Tower, will only stand 64 stories high.
Wonder if the Vegas line-setters have set an over/under on how soon Donald Trump makes a change to his building's design. We wouldn't put it past him to add 10 more stories to his new project.
Don't forget Father's Day is just around the corner. Why not pick up Dad some new golf gear.
Our preferred partner, GolfSmith, has tons of great golf equipment and offers free shipping. Plus, you can now pick yourself up a FREE $50 GIFT CARD when you get Dad some new gear.
Don't procrastinate any longer. Get your Father's Day gift online at GolfSmith today and you can spend the time you save on the golf course.
Hit 'em long and straight,
Evans Putman, Owner
www.PerfectGolfVacations.com
Blog - Perfect Golf Vacations News and Notes
Site Update - Hilton Head Golf Maps
We've added a new page to PerfectGolfVacations.com. If you are looking for maps, directions, and a great page to plan your Hilton Head golf vacation itinerary, start with our Hilton Head golf maps page.
You will find links to Google Maps' Hilton Head Island pages and a MapQuest search box. Plus, you have easy access to golf courses and addresses at our Hilton Head golf courses directory page.
Want to see something interesting? Try the Google Maps Aerial View link. You can see just how much of Hilton Head Island is covered by golf courses.
Hit 'em long and straight,
Evans Putman, Owner
www.PerfectGolfVacations.com
Blog - Perfect Golf Vacations News and Notes
Golfers - Tips for Surviving the Busy Summer Travel Months
Most experts believe this will be the busiest summer for travel in the past six years. Here are four quick tips to help ensure you make it to your golf destination a little easier.
1) Book Early Morning Flights - You'll find smaller crowds at the airports and your flight will not be delayed by late-afternoon thunderstorms.
2) Use Your Cell Phone - If your flight is delayed, call the airline's 800 number while waiting in line at the ticket counter. You might reach an agent faster on the phone than in person.
3) Make Your Luggage Stand Out - Set your luggage apart from others with bright tags or by writing, "You Da Man" with bright markers on your bag. You'll differentiate your bags from others and speed up your departure from the airport luggage areas.
4) Keep Your Property Safe - Lock all checked bags to keep them from opening during transport. Visit www.tsa.gov for a list of Transportation Security Administration-approved locks.
Prepare yourself for stressful travels. Try to relax. Just remember the perfect golf vacation waits for your at your final destination.
Don't forget to protect your golf clugs during your travels. GolfTravelBags.com provides the best selection, services, and prices on all your golf travel bag needs.
Hit 'em long and straight,
Evans Putman, Owner
www.PerfectGolfVacations.com
Blog - Perfect Golf Vacations News and Notes
