Georgia Feature Stories
Tee up in Augusta at Forest Hills G.C. and others during Masters Week
While you're taking in all the action during Masters Week, you too can tee up in the heart of historic Augusta at Forest Hills Golf Club -- a subtle, challenging Donald Ross course. There are several other worthy courses to consider as well, including the River Club, Bartram Trail and Champions Retreat.
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For a quick golf fix, try these six near the Atlanta airport
So you're in Atlanta with a few hours to spare. Maybe your business meeting ended early or your flight got delayed for a day. Perhaps you're fleeing from a family reunion. Where can you go to play a quick nine? Most of the best public-access golf courses in Atlanta are in the suburbs. But there are courses in the city that are available to help you scratch that golfing itch. Stan Awtrey offers six suggestions.
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North, south, east and west: Good golf in any direction all over Atlanta
Like most large metropolitan area, it's not easy to get from one side of Atlanta to the other. Fortunately for golfers, there are good golf courses in each of Atlanta's major quadrants. You don't have to travel from one side of town to the other to find a good course. It's possible to stay in your own neck of the woods and still find a facility that will be challenging and enjoyable.
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For a quick golf fix, try these six near the Atlanta airport
So you're in Atlanta with a few hours to spare. Maybe your business meeting ended early or your flight got delayed for a day. Perhaps you're fleeing from a family reunion. Where can you go to play a quick nine? Most of the best public-access golf courses in Atlanta are in the suburbs. But there are courses in the city that are available to help you scratch that golfing itch. Stan Awtrey offers six suggestions.
... full article »North, south, east and west: Good golf in any direction all over Atlanta
Like most large metropolitan area, it's not easy to get from one side of Atlanta to the other. Fortunately for golfers, there are good golf courses in each of Atlanta's major quadrants. You don't have to travel from one side of town to the other to find a good course. It's possible to stay in your own neck of the woods and still find a facility that will be challenging and enjoyable.
... full article »Spa Prunifolia blooms like an azalea amid resort golf at Callaway Gardens
The facilities at Callaway Gardens' Spa Prunifolia exude those subtle touches that can make the difference between an average appointment and a truly relaxing experience. The spa performs its mission to the high standards set by Callaway Gardens has played a key role in rejuvenating the resort.
... full article »Reynolds Golf Academy in Greensboro shows how to make 'your' swing effective
By treating each student's swing like their fingerprint, instructors at Reynolds Golf Academy focus on an individualized approach. Presided over by PGA Professional Charlie King, the knowledgeable staff use everything at their disposal - including technology and patience - to make sure you improve your form, if not your whole game.
... full article »Big hits: Five must-play golf courses in Atlanta
With a rich tradition of golf in Atlanta, it's not easy to come up with a short list of recommendations. Because of the city's depth when it comes to golf, there's always a place to play, regardless of the area of town in which you live or happen to be visiting. The weather in Atlanta offers playable conditions at least 10 months out of the year, 11 months for the hardier souls and year-round for the transplants from the frozen tundra. Here are five courses worth playing in metro Atlanta ...
... full article »Mountain courses offer alternatives for big city golfers in need of a getaway
The Georgia Mountains are only a couple hours removed from the rat race of Atlanta. They serve as a safe harbor for city dwellers looking to exchange the fast pace of daily life for the chance to stop and slow down, at least for a weekend. There are also plenty of chances to enjoy golf while visiting the mountains. The courses aren't usually as crowded, even on the weekend, and the quality is very high, Stan Awtrey writes.
... full article »Forget tradition: 10 North Georgia golf courses for the non-purists
Sometimes they move hundreds of truckloads of dirt. Other times they redirect or dam creeks. Trees are often picked up and placed in other places. They use modern methods to alter the terrain they're given and produce a quality golf course. Here's a look at 10 such non-traditional golf courses in North Georgia. None are more than two hours away from downtown Atlanta and will provide a fun day of golf for anyone.
... full article »Ten North Georgia golf courses design traditionalists will love
The traditional approach to golf course design is on display at many courses in North Georgia, some of them that have been built over the last decade. Here are 10 courses - none more than two hours from Atlanta - that can take pride in their traditional designs.
... full article »For ultimate swamp golf, get yourself down south to Waycross, the gateway to the Okefenokee
Waycross, Georgia is a good starting point to explore the huge Okefenokee Swamp and to get in some golf at one of the area's golf courses, like the Lakes at Laura Walker State Park, Okefenokee Country Club and Lakeview Golf Club. You can also catch bowfin, bream and bass, or simply take a boat trip.
... full article »Georgia lands four golf courses in "Top-100 courses you can play" rankings
Georgia's top golf courses held steady in Golf Magazine's "Top-100 courses you can play list," the magazine's ode to public access courses, with four courses making the 2008 rankings.
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