The Frank Sinatra Celebrity Invitational

Frank Sinatra was, of course, one of the most famous singers in history. His name is also becoming synonymous with what is fast becoming one of the most prestigious celebrity golf tournaments in the world and it is the Frank Sinatra Celebrity Invitational held in late February of 2008. Now, while you may not be a celebrity this may very well be a great spectator event to add to your travel calendar. After all, you never know who you might see! Better yet, there are great volunteer opportunities for those who would like to take a more active role! The tournament is held in beautiful Indian Wells, CA which is close proximity to Beverly Hills , CA which makes it a great locale for the whole family.

A Great Golf Course Finder

It goes without saying that there are a tremendous number of golf courses in the United States and Canada. This creates a certain quandary: how can you effectively plan a golf vacation if you do not have access to a directory of all the golf courses in North America. Well, you do have access and all you need to do is head over to Golf.com’s course finder because it offers a comprehensive listing of golf courses including a special advanced search function so that you can narrow down your choices to a course that fits your particular specifications. If you live in Oregon and want to know what type of golf courses are located in the Arkansas area then this directory can provide all that information to you. It really is that good of a resource!

Proper Club Packing

It is pretty difficult to play golf if your clubs are damaged or broken. That's why people take great care of their clubs and make sure that they do not suffer from any neglect. However, many times people do not properly pack their clubs for air travel, which can lead to unfortunate damage. (Can you imagine the type of damage that can occur if the clubs are rustling around on a flight from New York to British Columbia ?) Go to Free Golf Info's forum if you want some solid golf club packing tips packing information. It could prove to be a very valuable resource page and one that will save your clubs from unseen calamities.

Deals on Golf Travel

When it comes to booking a golf vacation, there is no reason to spend more money than your have to. After all, would it not be better to put the money you save to better use such as spending it on more enjoyable activities during your actual vacation? Unfortunately, not many travel websites cater to golfers. Well, let’s amend that statement. The fine people over at Golf Vacation have a tone of great deals not only on travel packages in the United States, but also to Canada as well. So, if you are looking for a number of good deals on golf vacations this is definitely the site to check out!

Luxury Golf Vacations

While there is much written about budget vacations and great vacation deals, one should never ignore the benefits of a luxury vacation either. Now, this is not to say that there is anything wrong with a budget vacation, but if you are looking for a luxurious family vacation that is loaded with amenities such as what is offered by such venues as the Balboa Bay Club of Newport Beach, CA there is no reason why you shouldn’t take advantage of what these vacation packages are offering. These are expansive vacation destinations that meet not only your golfing needs, but also provide a host of entertainment and activities for the rest of the family. Needless to say, looking into to what they have to offer is highly recommended.

MSN’s Family Friendly Golf Vacation Tips

Yes, many vacation packages promise to be able to deliver on a "family friendly" vacation, but how do you know that for sure? Honestly, there is nothing more uncomfortable than discovering the hotel of your family vacation turns out to be located dead center in a red light district! So, three cheers for msn.com for providing a unique insight how to ascertain which golf resorts are truly kid friendly. Basically, msn.com points out ten tips on what to look for when selecting such a vacation package and this does wonders in making sure your select locations along the lines of Santa Fe, New Mexico’s Hilton Golf Academy. Seriously – read that article as it will steer you and your family in the right vacation direction.

Golfing in Maine

Stephen King has probably done more for drawing attention to the state of Maine than anyone else in the entertainment/media business. The problem is that he has basically put forth the notion that the state is haunted. What a shame he never wrote for a golf magazine because he could put forth a wealth of material on the little known fact that Maine is home to some of the absolute best golfing in New England as the Booth Bay Country Club proves. This is an excellent resort located in the very family friendly environment that also boasts a national collegiate golf tournament that is bound to draw large crowds. So, if you are considering a New England golfing excursion, Maine should definitely be a place to consider.