Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Las Vegas Golfing Vacations

Those who enjoy golf should make Las Vegas vacations a regular part of their lives. While Vegas is better known for its gaming and shows, there are literally dozens of top-notch golf courses surrounding the city. You can get a good idea of the amazing Las Vegas golf scene just by taking a quick glance at a few of the fantastic courses. Here are five Vegas courses that belong on your vacation itinerary.

Silverstone Golf Club
Silverstone is the heart of many Las Vegas vacation. Less than half an hour from the strip and with breathtaking views of Sheep Mountain, Silverstone and 'in possession of three fantastic nine courses of no less than Bob Cupp designed himself!

The golf course at Revere Golf Club Lexington
If you are looking for a challenge, you must call the Revere and book a starting time in Lexington. The course covers the amazing 7,100 meterswill test both your swing and your decision making skills. If you want to test yourself, you need to put a round at the Lexington on your Vegas to-do list.

The Bali Hai Golf Course
The Bali Hai's 7,000 yard course combines great play with an absolutely stunning environment. Designers Brian Curley and Lee Schmidt came up with course that plays well while engulfing clubbers in a tropical paradise. Seven acres of water, an unforgettable isle green and a hundred thousand tropical plants make the Bai Hai a great destination for duffers on Las Vegas vacations.

The Las Vegas National
Want to play one of the best-known courses in the country? Try the National on for size. This famed course has hosted the Las Vegas PGA event on multiple occasions. Previously known as the Sahara Country Club, the National is a traditional skill-tester with a professional-grade pedigree. You can walk the same path as golf legends at the National.

Aliante Golf Club
You can usually trust the locals to tell you where to play. Readers of Vegas Golfer Magazine named the Aliante Golf Club the best new course in Vegas. It's an 18-hole championship layout designed by Gary Planks. The Aliante is an absolute beauty, blending seamlessly with some of the most attractive scenery in Nevada.

Las Vegas vacations aren't just for craps, blackjack, shows and nightlife. You can spend your day preparing for the evening's festivities on some of the nation's greatest golf courses. If you're more interested in spending your vacation time in a golf cart than on a tour bus, book a flight and pack your clubs for Vegas! There are few, if any, American cities that offer so many great golfing options.

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