Titleist and FootJoy parent The Acushnet Co., is planning a five-year, $120 million investment in its golf ball operations and what it calls “precision manufacturing capabilities.’’ Acushnet Co., CEO David Maher said the investment will enhance speed and efficiency of golf ball operations and stretching the company’s custom ball capabilities. The Acushnet Co., operates two […]
Month: February 2021
Titleist Boss Maher expecting strong first half for golf industry
Rounds of golf in U.S. in 2020 increased by as many as 75 million, according to golf industry reports, most of them in the back half of year as a result of pent-up demand following the post-COVID 19 lockdown. David Maher, CEO of Titleist and FootJoy parent The Acushnet Co., expects-played gains in the […]
Historic Ojai Valley Inn reopens after $5 million renovation
Ojai Valley Inn, the iconic luxury resort north of Los Angeles, has reopened after a months-long, $5 million renovation that includes the new Spa Penthouse Suites. Spa Ojai (31,000 square feet) is at the epicenter of Ojai Valley Inn’s renovation. Spa Ojai’s new look spans each of the 24 treatment rooms, public spaces and two penthouse guest suites. “The […]
III Forks Prime Steakhouse in PB Gardens adds to-go Craftsman Bowls to its menu
When it comes to takeout, a well-established steakhouse might not be the “go-to’’ choice for chef-made vegetable burgers, chicken wings, and healthful bowls of poke and sweet potato. But III Forks Prime Steakhouse in Palm Beach Gardens, Fl., is trying to change that. The popular eatery has opened three virtual kitchens -Craftsman Bowls, Craftsman Burgers, […]
Swing Align launches Goal Post training aid for putting instruction
Creators of the Swing Align training aid, which helps golfers improve and maintain alignment, rotation, swing plane and connection in the golf swing, have launched the company’s first training aid specifically for putting, the Goal Post. A simple and compact learning device, the Goal Post attaches easily to the head of most putters to supply instant feedback […]
Michigan’s Stoatin Brae Golf Course wins National Golf Course of the Year Award
The Stoatin Brae Golf Course at Gull Lake View Golf and Resort in Augusta, Mich., has been named the “National Golf Course of the Year” by the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA). Known officially as the Jemsek National Golf Course of the Year Award, the honor recognizes members demonstrating four criteria: exceptional quality of the course, exceptional quality of […]
Tom Weiskopf’s Desert Course at Cabo del Sol reopening March 1
The Desert Course at Cabo del Sol, an outstanding Tom Weiskopf creation that will celebrate its 20th anniversary later this year, will reopen for play March 1. The course, closed several months ago due to COVID-19 restrictions, fully partakes of the region’s ocean-mountain-desert ecosystem. Routed in mountain foothills high above the Cove Club – the […]
Moab Adventure Center Going Strong in 2021
The Civid-19 pandemic is slowing down the Moab (Utah) Adventure Center. During the pandemic – and moving forward to what hopefully will soon be post-pandemic – the tour operator in Moab, Utah, continues to “wow’’ clients who long for the experience of rafting on the Colorado River. Moab Adventure Center is a division of Western […]
Picnic in style with Kimpton Angler’s Hotel South Beach
As travelers once again feel comfortable exploring regional and location destinations, Kimpton Angler’s Hotel South Beach is rolling out it “Ride Like a Local’’ package, inviting guests to get back to nature at the beach or at any one of Miami’s many nearby parks. With the start of Spring just a few weeks away and a […]
Links at Silvies Valley Ranch will open 18-hole putting course in June
Silvies Valley Ranch will have a new addition in mid-June. The Links at Silvies Valley Ranch today announced the construction of an 18-hole, reversible putting course that will enhance the playing experience for golfers of all levels. The putting course, which is expected to open in mid-June of 2021, will be free to all […]