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A journalist and golf nut, my philosophy has always been to work less, golf more. In fact, I've played on and written about nearly all of Florida's golf courses throughout my career. Come along and tee off with me.

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Burnt Pine at Sandestin Showcases Wide Choctawhatchee Bay
November 20, 2009
If you're a big fan of the Jones family of architects, you couldn't do much better than to head to Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, where courses designed by Rees and Robert Jr., sons ... more
West Palm Beach Municipal Golf Course Reopens
November 18, 2009
As you may know from reading my blogs, I'm a big fan of municipal courses. Munis are an affordable way for the public to have access to golf.

I'm especially a fan of historic ... more
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort: Nirvana for Golfers
November 16, 2009
In all the years I've played and written about golf in Florida, I'm ashamed to say I've never visited Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. Well, not really "ashamed." "Abashed" is more like it.

Until ... more
King and Bear Is a True Collaboration between Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus
November 13, 2009
Pairing big-name architects on a single golf course is not an uncommon marketing occurrence. But, too often, those courses are schizophrenic: nine holes of Famous Architect A and nine holes of Famous Architect B.

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Top Five Florida Island Golf Courses
November 10, 2009
Nature provides few gifts more alluring than islands, and sticking a golf course on one makes it even better, at least in the eyes of golfers. Here are my top five island golf courses in ... more
Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes Offers Fly-Fishing Excursions
November 09, 2009
Have you ever anguished over the most difficult decision a man can face in his life?

Fish or golf today?

Or maybe you've been playing a round and spent some time in and ... more
Slammer and Squire at World Golf Village Would Be Star Course at Many Resorts
November 07, 2009
The Slammer and Squire is always thought of as the lesser course at the World Golf Village, but it's a fun course to play because it's designed for shot-makers. At the same time, ... more
"Blue Monster" at Doral Resort Joins TPC Network
November 05, 2009
One of the most famous courses in the state, the Blue Monster at Doral, has a slight – but important – name change.

The Blue Monster joined the PGA Tour's TPC network through ... more
World Golf Hall of Fame Inducts Four New Members
November 03, 2009
ST. AUGUSTINE -- There were some emotional moments Monday night, as the World Golf Hall of Fame inducted four new members.

With a full, orange moon shining down on the outdoor stadium, just ... more
World Golf Hall of Fame to Induct Four New Members Monday in St. Augustine
October 30, 2009
Dwight Eisenhower in the World Golf Hall of Fame?

Yes, indeed. "Why?" you may ask. The former President rarely shot below 90. Well, golf's hall of fame honors the game's "greatest players and contributors," ... more
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Fort Myers Golf
Asked by ron st pierre on November 11, 2009
Q: names and prices to play public golf in ft myers area Jan2/2010-Mar31/2010
A: Ron, for complete information on golf in Fort Myers, click here. ...read more
Destin and Panama City Golf
Asked by Lisa on November 07, 2009
Q: We are going to be in the Destin, Panama City area next summer and I was wondering what golf courses you would recommend in the area. We would prefer to keep the cost at $80-100 a person.
A: Lisa, both Destin and Panama City have excellent golf courses with reasonable green fees, and rates are generally ...read more
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