August is National Golf Month, a perfect time to plan a getaway to destinations that combine stunning scenery with exceptional golf. Below are standout resorts and courses around the world that offer memorable playing conditions, top amenities, and opportunities to relax after a round.
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Cabot Bordeaux
In France’s celebrated Bordeaux region, Cabot Bordeaux pairs rolling vineyard scenery with two 18‑hole championship courses designed by Bill Coore and Rod Whitman. The layout and natural contours create a classic links-style experience amid the French countryside. After your round, consider a restorative treatment like the Le Birdie golf massage at the hotel spa to ease sore muscles and enhance recovery.
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PGA West
Located in Palm Springs, California, PGA West completed a multimillion-dollar revitalization and now offers nine distinctive courses that challenge players of every level. The resort is expanding its facilities with a high-performance center featuring simulator bays and custom club fittings, making it an excellent choice for golfers who want to combine practice technology with on-course play.
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Sand Valley
Set across 12,000 acres in central Wisconsin, Sand Valley brings a variety of terrain and five distinct courses that cater to different skill levels and playing preferences. The region’s natural sand-ridge landscape produces firm, fast conditions and sweeping vistas—ideal for players who enjoy strategic golf amid open prairie and dunes.
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Te Arai Links
In New Zealand, Te Arai Links offers two world-class 18‑hole courses set along coastal dunes with dramatic ocean views. The resort also features the Playground, a two‑acre putting green that holds the distinction of being the world’s largest. Te Arai’s layouts reward thoughtful strategy and provide a memorable links-style experience in a breathtaking natural setting.
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Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto
On Mexico’s Sea of Cortez coast, Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto is home to the TPC Danzante Bay course, an 18‑hole layout designed by Rees Jones. The course features seaside holes and dramatic elevation changes that test shot-making and course management. Look for package offers that combine unlimited golf with spa options to get the most from your stay.
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Zafiro Palace Andratx
This all‑suite resort in Mallorca, Spain, sits adjacent to Andratx Golf Course, known for having the longest hole in the country. The resort’s Golf and Stay packages often include priority tee times and special rates, making it easy to pair luxury accommodations with a day—or several—on the links. Mallorca’s mild climate and scenic coastlines add to the appeal for golfers seeking a European escape.
Whether you prefer coastal links, desert resort layouts, or courses set among vineyards and dunes, these destinations offer excellent options for National Golf Month or any time you want to combine travel with golf. Each property provides unique course characteristics, quality amenities, and opportunities to relax off the course for a well-rounded golf vacation.