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Date: 04 Dec 2006 19:33:32
From: Hackie
Subject: Golf trip suggestions

My brother and I want to take my dad on a golf trip for his 75th
birthday. He is an insanely avid golfer who typically plays his local
muni. This is a money no object trip to fulfill his wildest golf
dreams. Any suggestions with a couple of caveats - he is in good shape
but carts are probably necessary vs walking; we are of grossly varied
handicaps - 9; 16(dad); 25 (unfortunately, me) and want a challenging
but not devastating experience for all; and NO RAIN (or the most
minimal chance possible). Multiple courses in single location is an
asset as the old man will likely want to do 36 a day. Timeframe is
probably the fall.

Thanks

Date: 04 Dec 2006 22:54:49
From: Birdie Bill
Subject: Re: Golf trip suggestions

On Dec 4, 9:33 pm, "Hackie" <daf999...@yahoo.com > wrote:
> My brother and I want to take my dad on a golf trip for his 75th
> birthday. He is an insanely avid golfer who typically plays his local
> muni. This is a money no object trip to fulfill his wildest golf
> dreams. Any suggestions with a couple of caveats - he is in good shape
> but carts are probably necessary vs walking; we are of grossly varied
> handicaps - 9; 16(dad); 25 (unfortunately, me) and want a challenging
> but not devastating experience for all; and NO RAIN (or the most
> minimal chance possible). Multiple courses in single location is an
> asset as the old man will likely want to do 36 a day. Timeframe is
> probably the fall.

"No rain" probably rules out Bandon, Scotland, and Ireland.

How about Palm Springs (PGA West, etc)?

Monterrey also usually has pretty good weather in the fall
(Pebble, Spyglass, Pasatiempo...).

Date: 04 Dec 2006 20:29:57
From: Hackie
Subject: Re: Golf trip suggestions

Thanks but he'd rather play with us on a great course than play with
somebody famous.

> What would it cost to get a famous person to do a twosome with him if the
> money was going to charity? Like a twosome with President Ford or something
> wild like that?

Date: 04 Dec 2006 23:36:04
From: Head Shot
Subject: Re: Golf trip suggestions

Hackie wrote:
> Thanks but he'd rather play with us on a great course than play with
> somebody famous.

Just trying to think outside of the box. I'm new to golf so any course is
fun for me. There are lots of interesting countries - maybe start at that
level and then drill down from there. I just spent some time in Belize and
Honduras recently and it was wonderful. Is he religious? Maybe some golf
in Jerusalem?

Date: 04 Dec 2006 22:47:41
From: Head Shot
Subject: Re: Golf trip suggestions

Date: 05 Dec 2006 18:14:19
From: greenkeeper
Subject: Re: Golf trip suggestions

In message <1165289612.173566.118030@l12g2000cwl.googlegroups.com >,
Hackie <daf999999@yahoo.com > writes
>My brother and I want to take my dad on a golf trip for his 75th
>birthday. He is an insanely avid golfer who typically plays his local
>muni. This is a money no object trip to fulfill his wildest golf
>dreams. Any suggestions with a couple of caveats - he is in good shape
>but carts are probably necessary vs walking; we are of grossly varied
>handicaps - 9; 16(dad); 25 (unfortunately, me) and want a challenging
>but not devastating experience for all; and NO RAIN (or the most
>minimal chance possible). Multiple courses in single location is an
>asset as the old man will likely want to do 36 a day. Timeframe is
>probably the fall.
>
>Thanks
>
How about Houston, Texas?

Lots of nice courses at sensible prices and a day trip to the near Hill
Country is doable.

This from a Scot in Scotland, who gets an annual fix of Houston golf.

http://www.pbase.com/alancampbell/image/65212739
--
alan

Date: 05 Dec 2006 09:06:06
From: dugjustdug
Subject: Re: Golf trip suggestions

On Dec 4, 10:54 pm, "Birdie Bill" <bighorn_b...@hotmail.com > wrote:
> Timeframe is
> > probably the fall."No rain" probably rules out Bandon, Scotland, and Ireland.

Honestly, we went early October for 3 days of 36 holes/day to Bandon
and had a light rain for only three holes. It might surprise you.
They are "walking" courses with excellent caddies, so, carts will be an
issue. But, unforgettable golfing environment.

Hard to argue with Palm Springs/Dessert, though, you may find it rather
warm even in the fall.

Debbie and I were pleasantly surprised with the golf outside of Park
City, Utah. Not expensive - lodging more than reasonable and the
restaurants were exceptional. The two courses to seriously look into
there are Soldier Hollow and the Wasatch Mountain courses. Both
complexes have 36 holes. We played the Soldier Hollow complex and the
golf is just a cut under the Bandon's of the world in terms of quality.

Date: 05 Dec 2006 08:34:27
From: Dene
Subject: Re: Golf trip suggestions

Hackie wrote:
> My brother and I want to take my dad on a golf trip for his 75th
> birthday. He is an insanely avid golfer who typically plays his local
> muni. This is a money no object trip to fulfill his wildest golf
> dreams. Any suggestions with a couple of caveats - he is in good shape
> but carts are probably necessary vs walking; we are of grossly varied
> handicaps - 9; 16(dad); 25 (unfortunately, me) and want a challenging
> but not devastating experience for all; and NO RAIN (or the most
> minimal chance possible). Multiple courses in single location is an
> asset as the old man will likely want to do 36 a day. Timeframe is
> probably the fall.
>
> Thanks

Geezerville, Az. There are several locales. I love playing some
fabulous courses in and around Green Valley Az., just south of Tucson.
Here's what's great about them, aside from the dry climate. Nobody
plays in the afternoon! Even in the dead of winter, when the temps
are much more comfortatable. The geezers would rather bundle up than
upset their afternoon routine. Consequently, you have empty courses,
lower rates, and nicer temps.

Going next month, I hope. Can't wait!!!

-Greg

Date: 05 Dec 2006 09:11:59
From: Miss Anne Thrope
Subject: Re: Golf trip suggestions

Sorry to break it to ya, but your pop's "wildest golf dream" doesn't
include playing with the two biggest disappointments of his life.

Date: 05 Dec 2006 06:10:15
From: Dondo
Subject: Re: Golf trip suggestions

Hawaii is a good thought. The weather is awesome. The golf is
fantastic, with perfect turf, beautiful courses and easy living. I
have stayed at Kapalua on Maui in a rented villa several times with
unlimited golf packages. Any island has a lot of golf available
though.
On Dec 4, 7:33 pm, "Hackie" <daf999...@yahoo.com > wrote:
> My brother and I want to take my dad on a golf trip for his 75th
> birthday. He is an insanely avid golfer who typically plays his local
> muni. This is a money no object trip to fulfill his wildest golf
> dreams. Any suggestions with a couple of caveats - he is in good shape
> but carts are probably necessary vs walking; we are of grossly varied
> handicaps - 9; 16(dad); 25 (unfortunately, me) and want a challenging
> but not devastating experience for all; and NO RAIN (or the most
> minimal chance possible). Multiple courses in single location is an
> asset as the old man will likely want to do 36 a day. Timeframe is
> probably the fall.
>
> Thanks

Date: 05 Dec 2006 18:04:44
From: Scott M. Kozel
Subject: Re: Golf trip suggestions

Hackie wrote:
>
> My brother and I want to take my dad on a golf trip for his 75th
> birthday. He is an insanely avid golfer who typically plays his local
> muni. This is a money no object trip to fulfill his wildest golf
> dreams. Any suggestions with a couple of caveats - he is in good shape
> but carts are probably necessary vs walking; we are of grossly varied
> handicaps - 9; 16(dad); 25 (unfortunately, me) and want a challenging
> but not devastating experience for all; and NO RAIN (or the most
> minimal chance possible). Multiple courses in single location is an
> asset as the old man will likely want to do 36 a day. Timeframe is
> probably the fall.

Doral Golf Resort and Spa
http://doralresort.com/

Date: 05 Dec 2006 17:39:42
From: Issacs
Subject: Re: Golf trip suggestions

Date: 05 Dec 2006 18:51:53
From: joe
Subject: Re: Golf trip suggestions

Hackie wrote:
> My brother and I want to take my dad on a golf trip for his 75th
> birthday. He is an insanely avid golfer who typically plays his local
> muni. This is a money no object trip to fulfill his wildest golf
> dreams. Any suggestions with a couple of caveats - he is in good shape
> but carts are probably necessary vs walking; we are of grossly varied
> handicaps - 9; 16(dad); 25 (unfortunately, me) and want a challenging
> but not devastating experience for all; and NO RAIN (or the most
> minimal chance possible). Multiple courses in single location is an
> asset as the old man will likely want to do 36 a day. Timeframe is
> probably the fall.
>
> Thanks
>

Hackie,

You have gotten a lot of nice suggestions here but have you and your
brother talked to your Dad about what he thinks would be some great
courses that he would like to play if he had the opportunity? If he is
as avid a golfer as you say then it is very likely he could rattle off a
list without thinking too hard. You can do that without spoiling a
surprise or giving away your plans.

I know that if my kids wanted to do domething like this the odds of
dissapointment on my part would go up if they simply made assumptions.
What I like and you like are probably different. I hate, really
dislike, desert golf for example so a trip to the southwest would ot be
high on my list.

My kids don't play so this isn't going to happen but I finally had to
tell them to stop buying me "golf" gifts. Nicely of course, but I know
what balls I want to use, I have my clubs fit and made to my specs, what
style rain /windshirt works best for me, etc.

Just a thought.

Joe

Date: 06 Dec 2006 20:01:58
From: Tom Yost
Subject: Re: Golf trip suggestions

On 4 Dec 2006 19:33:32 -0800, "Hackie" <daf999999@yahoo.com > wrote:

>My brother and I want to take my dad on a golf trip for his 75th
>birthday. He is an insanely avid golfer who typically plays his local
>muni. This is a money no object trip to fulfill his wildest golf
>dreams. Any suggestions with a couple of caveats - he is in good shape
>but carts are probably necessary vs walking; we are of grossly varied
>handicaps - 9; 16(dad); 25 (unfortunately, me) and want a challenging
>but not devastating experience for all; and NO RAIN (or the most
>minimal chance possible). Multiple courses in single location is an
>asset as the old man will likely want to do 36 a day. Timeframe is
>probably the fall.
>
>Thanks

You didn't say where you live or how far you will travel, but just a
note about fall golf in the desert (Phoenix, Palm Springs...)

Desert golf courses overseed in October and it takes about 3 weeks for
the greens to get back to good condition. Prior to overseeding (Sept)
it is still hot, so I would recommend early Nov to have good
conditions and cooler weather.

Tom

Date: 07 Dec 2006 15:45:39
From: Vincent
Subject: Re: Golf trip suggestions

On 4 Dec 2006 19:33:32 -0800, "Hackie" <daf999999@yahoo.com > wrote:

>My brother and I want to take my dad on a golf trip for his 75th
>birthday. He is an insanely avid golfer who typically plays his
local
>muni. This is a money no object trip to fulfill his wildest golf
>dreams. Any suggestions with a couple of caveats - he is in good
shape
>but carts are probably necessary vs walking; we are of grossly varied
>handicaps - 9; 16(dad); 25 (unfortunately, me) and want a challenging
>but not devastating experience for all; and NO RAIN (or the most
>minimal chance possible). Multiple courses in single location is an
>asset as the old man will likely want to do 36 a day. Timeframe is
>probably the fall.
>
>Thanks

Money is no object huh? Come play in China!
I'll throw your dad a post-18 holes party that he shall remember for
the rest of his life!

I belong to the Chiang Ping Golf club in Dongguan, Guangdong province,
China. We have only 18 holes (carts mandarory) and hundreds of lovely
caddies to tend to your every golfing need (reasonable needs). We are
within one hour drive to the 108-holes Mission Hills GC; and 6 other
golf courses. We can arragne to get you guys a game.

After the game, I'll throw your dad a post-18 holes party that he
shall remember for the rest of his life! There are friendly Chinese
lilies who tend to your EVERY (reasoable or unresonable) needs.

albatrossgolfer@gmail.com

Vincent 'Seahawk' Chui
Hong Kong

Date: 11 Dec 2006 17:35:33
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Subject: Re: Golf trip suggestions