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DOWNLOAD: August 2010 Issue
We have a very special cover story this month. Ballyneal is not only one of the world's top golf courses, it is one of a growing number of private courses that has invited Golf Odyssey subscribers to make one non-member visit to their club. See why this Tom Doak-design in the Colorado chop hills is regularly ranked among the top-50 courses in the US. Traveling north of the border, we venture to Prince Edward Island. Canada's smallest province happens to be its most popular golf destination. We reveal the reason this Maritime island has so many fans . . .
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DOWNLOAD: July 2010 Issue
The first thing you will notice in this month's issue is a brand-new look for Golf Odyssey. As a result of reader feedback, we now have an expanded monthly format with more content, photos and stories than ever before. It also has been designed to be much easier to read, especially online. As for this month's features, we begin with what may well be one of America's best golf destinations for the money -- the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Highlighted by the magnificent Greywalls, one can stay two nights and
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DOWNLOAD: June 2010 Issue
Last month's Olympic journey took us to Lake Placid. This month we review the site of the most recent Olympiad, Whistler, British Columbia. See why Whistler is just as (if not more popular) in the Summer, than in the Winter. On the Eastern Seabord, we make our first trip in many years to Harbour Town and The Sea Pines Resort. This was our first visit since Pete Dye returned to add the Heron Point golf course, one of many changes underway at this family-oriented destination.
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DOWNLOAD: May 2010 Issue
The May 2010 issue kicks off with a look at the little-known private side of Kiawah. Kiawah is well-known for its high-profile Sanctuary Hotel and five golf courses (including the famed Ocean Course). It is also home to three excellent private courses, one of which is accessable to interested Golf Odyssey subscribers. In Lake Placid, New York, we explore several courses that were created during golf's golden age of architecture. Most known for hosting two Olympic Games, Lake Placid is a delightful summer/fall vacation community that was one home to many of America's most influential families. Next, we explore Sunriver, Oregon's premier family resort. It is home to Crosswater, one the top courses . . .
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DOWNLOAD: April 2010 Issue
This month you will discover one of North America's hidden gems, Bend, Oregon. In addition to being one of the Pacific Northwest's most desirable towns, it is also home to several top private courses that now permit selected non-member play. Our second feature takes you to Robert Trent Jones' favorite stop on his namesake Alabama golf trail. It is also a bargain-seeker's dream. See why he was so enthusiastic about the two championship-caliber eighteens (and the rousing short course) at Grand National. Join our candid conversation with reknown golf course architect and Bend, Oregon resident, David . . .
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DOWNLOAD: March 2010 Issue
Our March issue starts in oft overlooked Wales where this year's Ryder Cup will be held at the luxurious Celtic Manor Resort. See why we prefer other courses in South Wales for our readers. Stateside, we visit Biloxi, Mississippi where Fallen Oak proves to be a sure bet, while two nearby courses don't quite live up to their accolades. On idyllic Nantucket, we share the secret to playing the famously private, Sankaty Head Golf Club, a seaside jewel ranked among the top-100 classic courses in the United States. In Secrets From the World of Golf Travel, we will introduce you to the hottest new course in Los Cabos, update you on the Temenos saga (the Anguilla course will be open at least through June), and show you the latest . . .
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DOWNLOAD: February 2010 Issue
If you are looking for a break from the winter doldrums, the February 2010 issue is for you. Our opening feature takes you to the hottest golf destination in the Americas, the Dominican Republic. Having recently spent nearly two weeks on island, see why we can safely proclaim that Casa de Campo is still the most complete and satisfying golf resort in the entire Caribbean. Our second story focuses on one of the more surprising values we have uncovered recently -- The Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas. Nearby we profile the Cowboys Golf Club, yes owned by those Cowboys! . . .
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DOWNLOAD: January 2010 Issue
We open the decade with a return to Doral Golf Resort & Spa. We have long viewed Doral as one of the most overrated golf resorts in the country. See how recent on and off course changes have colored our opinion. Also in this issue is our first trip to one of the country's best Native American golf resorts, an exclusive interview with Bandon Dunes visionary owner Mike Keiser, the best . . .
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DOWNLOAD: December 2009 Issue
In addition to our year end features, this month's issue highlights two very exciting travel opportunities for the coming year. The first is an exclusive subscriber-only trip to Bandon Dunes and Chamber's Bay. Golf Odyssey subscribers will have the opportunity to play Bandon's new Old Macdonald Course three weeks before it opens to the public. Also . . .
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DOWNLOAD: November 2009 Issue
This month opens with a feature on Royal Dornoch and a number of nearby courses in its orbit, both of the worthy and "to-be-skipped" variety. If you haven't played Royal Dornoch, you will learn why it holds such a dear spot in the hearts of even the most experienced golf travelers. Golf is played year-round at Dornoch and virtually 24/7 in summer when it is almost always daylight. In Secrets from the World of Golf Travel, you will learn about a budding caddy war in Las Vegas with two courses trying to outdo one another by offering player-friendly female caddies. Only in Las Vegas! Perhaps less exciting, but also of interest, . . .
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DOWNLOAD: October 2009 Issue
For those looking for easy access to a Caribbean golf destination with multiple golf courses this winter, Jamaica should be on your short list. With non-stop jet service from no fewer than ten North American cities, getting to Montego Bay is a piece of cake. Literally fifteen minutes from the airport one finds two very worthy golf courses (and one less so) and one of the best family resorts anywhere. All the details are in the October issue of Golf Odyssey. Our second story takes us to The Big Easy . . .
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DOWNLOAD: September 2009 Issue
We begin this month with a trip down under to Adelaide, Australia. Not just the home of a number of worthy private golf courses that welcome non-member play (including Royal Adelaide), but also home to Australia's premier vineyards. A perfect add-on when visiting Sydney and/or Melbourne. While springtime may be coming to Australia, soon the fall season will be upon us. This provides a great opportunity to play some of Cape Cod's top private courses, free of the summertime crowds, at a time of the year when the weather is generally superb. Learn how to access a number of the top golf courses . . .
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DOWNLOAD: June 2009 Issue
In this issue: Sea Island: Where golf, decorum, and luxury peacefully coexist Spotlight on Vermont: Stowe's Private but accessible golf highlights . . .
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DOWNLOAD: May 2009 Issue
In this issue: Spotlight on Mesquite, Nevada: Surreal Golf Rules the Day Sand Hollow Resort: A Triumph, by (St.) George Moderately Wild About Wild Dunes . . .
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