Phoenix has been called by the National Golf Foundation, the golf capital of the world. Several world class championship tournaments take place in Phoenix. Playing golf in Phoenix is a delight because of the good weather throughout the year and the game is not disturbed by the vagaries of the weather. Most tee boxes and greens in the golf courses in Phoenix have breathtaking views of the wondrous natural formations of rock and mountain which the State of Arizona is well known for. Most courses are designed around the natural landscape presenting the golfer with exciting challenges. The length and yardage of each course differs. Some private golf courses have limited number of holes others are full courses. There are desert terrain courses and traditional link style courses. Accommodation for the golfer vacationer varies. There is a choice of hotels ranging from three star to five star and boutique hotels. There are bed and breakfasts, rustic dude ranch style accommodation and fully furnished condos. All types of lodgings in Phoenix have a reputation for excellent décor and service Phoenix offers a range of activities for the golfer's non golfing companion. The combination of Native American, Hispanic, African and Asian culture gives the city a uniquely blended ambience. Trendy and quaint boutiques abound in the town. Shops selling antiques are very popular. Cultural, art and music shows are conducted throughout the year.



Many hotels have their own golf courses. Most golf courses have a specific set of desert rules and dress codes. A golfer vacationer in Phoenix should enquirer with the travel agent early about the golf rules in the desert. Many hotel chains like, the Quality Inn, Comfort Inn, Hyatt and Radisson have their own golf courses within their property. Cars are hired and the golfer can avail of a package for rounds in five different reputed courses. Tee times can be booked in advance.

The myriad golfing opportunities in Phoenix are therefore for the golfer not merely a golfing vacation but a golfing festival.

Arizona Golf Vacations are hugely popular because golfers can play the game through the day and through the year. The climate round the year is pleasant and the hospitality of the locals is historic.

Arizona State has a variety of terrain ranging from canyons, rolling hills, unusually shaped rocks and winding rivers. It is the ideal location for golf courses because each golf course can give the golfer new challenges and makes the golfer overcome different and varying hazards. The choice of golf courses in Arizona is vast. Many golf courses are designed by famous golfers. The views in almost every golf course in Arizona are spectacular

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