KIAWAH ISLAND, S.C. - Perhaps no other golf resort in the country has grown more spectacular in the past five years, and done it more thoughtfully, than the Kiawah Island Golf Resort off the coast of South Carolina.

Omni Hotels & Resorts announced that the luxury hotel brand was the highest bidder for the renowned Amelia Island Plantation, located 29 miles north of Jacksonville, Fla.  The brand bid $67.1 million for the resort at an auction held on Aug. 23, which is contingent on the Amelia Island Company’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization plan obtaining approval at another court hearing on Aug. 26.  Omni Hotels & Resorts expects to take over full ownership and operation of the luxury resort sometime this fall.  The brand plans to expand the resort development with approximately 125 additional guest rooms and suites as well as a new 16,000 square foot ballroom to accommodate additional meetings and events.

For those in looking to get in some golf this summer , there is no better place to travel to than Delray Beach, home to The Seagate Hotel & Spa. With the new Sea To Shining Green Golf Package, the stylish luxury hotel and spa located steps from Atlantic sands has teamed with nearby Polo Trace Golf Club to offer a perfect little golf getaway for couples that really know how to swing.

There are three things a visitor to Louisiana should know before embarking on a golf vacation.

1.  Never, under any circumstances, try to hit a golf shot if your ball comes to rest near an alligator. You are going to see some of these guys in the lakes and bayous around some of the golf courses in Louisiana, but stay away from them. You get free relief and don’t even worry about trying to retrieve your original ball.

Dreaming of an ideal place to take your next golf vacation? Well, the Sandhills region of North Carolina centered around the village of Pinehurst definitely should not be overlooked. There is no doubt it is one of the crown jewels of golf here in the United States, deserving the name as Home of American Golf with 43 courses within a 15-mile radius. The tradition of golf lives here on these courses roamed by legends of golf like Ben Hogan, Byron Nelson and Sam Snead.

Fathers trying to make the choice between taking the kids somewhere they can enjoy their vacations and getting off to a luxury resort where they can play some golf and enjoy themselves need to look no more.

DORAL, Fla. – The forecaddie was running his legs off during a marathon dash around Doral Golf Resort & Spa’s (Marriott) TPC Blue Monster at Doral but paused to say, just a smidgen out of breath: “Heck this is nothing, try keeping up with Michael Jordan and Lawrence Taylor when they play here. I’m worn out by the end of 18.”

Birthplace Of America’s Music’ Offers Golfers A Lot More Than Just Great Courses And Gaming Action

Mississippi might not be the first place many of the nation’s golfers think of when they get a hankering for great golf and gaming. But savvy golfers have long known more golfers should put the Magnolia State on their radar.

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - In the Heart of Dixie state known for football, taking center stage in the Civil Rights movement, and The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, one of the most surprising golf courses you may ever experience is in the Appalachian foothills - a boondocks experience, where your feet and your eyes can imagine a story on every single hole.

(JACKSON, Mississippi) -- Visitors to Mississippi enjoy the Magnolia State's five distinct regions for their variety and unique experiences. The Delta, Hills, Pines, Capital/River and Coastal regions all offer a mix of parks, gaming, museums, fine cuisine, exciting nightlife, roster of world-class golf courses, and many other options.

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C - Picking the top golf courses in Hilton Head Island, S.C. is like declaring one's favorite flavor of ice cream. They're all good. So knowing there isn't a bad course on Hilton Head, here are five you won't regret choosing.

Want a break from the usual golf destinations like Scottsdale, Hilton Head or Palm Springs? Then head to the Alabama Gulf Shores for excellent golf courses such as Kiva Dunes.

Louisiana is a unique, dynamic and growing state comprised of exotic people and attractions, not the least of which is the variety and quality of its outdoor adventures and sports opportunities.

This certainly holds true for the Louisiana Audubon Golf Trail, a collection of 13 golf clubs in the state.

You approach the tee, casually glance over your shoulder and spy no one but the rest of your foursome — three of your best friends –– leaning against the cart, waiting to see what you will do to redeem your game after the last hole. All eyes are on you as you line up the ball, practice your swing.