Island Resort & Casino, in Escanaba, on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, has opened its two outstanding golf courses – Sweetgrass and Sage Run. The resort also is showng off a $33 million renovation. The new hotel tower, which is connected to the south end of the resort’s Palm Tower, features 138 guest rooms and suites, including golf suites. […]
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Ben Cowan-Dewar Looks Ahead to Cabot Citrus Farms
Although he won’t get into specifics, Cabot golf brand CEO and co-founder Ben Cowan-Dewar said he plans later this month to name the golf course architect (or architects) for Cabot Citrus Farms in Brooksville, FL., “We’re so excited about the teams we are working with,’’ Cowan-Dewar told me. Cowan-Dewar, a Canadian businessman and partner […]
Matt Jennings’ Vision Coming to Life at Cherokee Vallley
While most people move to the foothills of upstate South Carolina’s mountains to settle down, Matt Jennngs can’t stop moving. Spending one afternoon with Jennings at Cherokee Valley will tell you that Jennings is one of the golf industry’s top young visionaries – and that Cherokee Valley is a “must visit’’ for golfers and […]
Scotland’s Dumbarnie Links Receives “World’s Best New Golf Course” Award for 2021
Dumbarnie Links, a daily-fee links course located on the east coast of Scotland near St Andrews, was recently honoured at the World Golf Awards as the “World’s Best New Golf Course 2021.” The World Golf Awards celebrate world-class golf courses and golf destinations, recognizing excellence within golf tourism and are voted for by professionals working […]
National Rum Day Favorites in South Florida
Looking for some good spots to celebrate National Rum Day on Aug. 16? Here are a few of of my favorites in South Florida. Barrio in West Palm Beach will toast the day with a Rum Punch that features spiced rum, fresh juices, and a dark rum topper. Partake in Happy Hour daily from 4-7 p.m., and take $2 off all drinks. barriowpb.com Barrio’s sister […]
Experience a “Night at The Museum” Inside Fort Lauderdale’s Fabled Bonnet House Musem & Gardens
Fort Lauderdale’s iconic Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, is pulling out all of the stops as it continues its 100th anniversary celebration with a new program that pampers as well as educates. The historic 35-acre subtropical estate, once home to artists Frederic and Evelyn Bartlett, will be offering an ultimate overnight, whereby for a gift of […]
Iconic Harder Hall Ladies Invitational Gets New Name and Rotation
The Harder Hall Ladies Invitational will have a new name and new home beginning this year. The event will be renamed the Citrus Golf Trail Ladies Invitational and be rotated among the golf clubs on the Citrus Golf Trail (CGT), starting with Sun ‘N Lake Golf Club on Dec. 28-31, 2021. “With the momentum behind the Citrus […]
Celebrate National Tequila Day in Palm Beach County
Looking for (another) reason to party in Palm Beach County? Here are five day-or-night drinking destinations to celebrate National Tequila Day on July 24. Barrio at Rosemary Square in West Palm Beach will be pouring drinks such as Spicy Pineapple Margarita, brimming with jalapeño tequila, blue curaçao, pineapple purée, and fresh lime. If you’re hungry, pass on the wagyu sliders. barriowpb.com […]
Myrtle Beach’s “Granddaddy” Reopens After Makeover
Pine Lakes Country Club, Myrtle Beach’s first golf course, has reopened to public play following a greens and bunker restoration project. Founders Group International, Pine Lakes’ parent company, partnered with Craig Schreiner to lead the effort at the “Granddaddy.’’ At the heart of the work was the installation of new Sunday bermudagrass greens, providing Myrtle […]
Japanese Fusion at its Finest: Ke-uH at Acqualina Resort & Residences in Sunny Isles Beach, Fl.
Acqualina Resort & Residences does not do anything halfway or without style. Ke-uH, the newest restaurant at the luxury destination in Sunny Isles Beach, Fl., is the latest example of the style and substance that has made Acqualina one of the more popular addresses in South Florida. Located inside the lobby with views of the […]